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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106

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Top 23% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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79%

GPU

74%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900E

8,676 Benchmark Score

Top 21% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106

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60-85

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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready

70-89

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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Intel Core i9-13900E pairs with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 in a desktop build that sits at the 58th combined percentile among all configurations. The CPU carries a 65-watt TDP while the GPU draws 115 watts, and the system’s suggested PSU is 300 watts. The data for this pairing is estimated rather than measured, as no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900E is a 24-core, 32-thread processor built on Intel’s Raptor Lake architecture and manufactured on a 10 nm process. It belongs to the Core 13th Gen series and uses Intel Socket 1700. The chip has a base clock of 1800 MHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, with a 65-watt TDP that is notably low for a 24-core part. The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. This processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it includes ECC memory support. Integrated graphics are provided by UHD Graphics 770, and the CPU offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the processor itself.

Benchmark results show a processor that scales strongly with multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 34244 points in multi-core and 4834 points in single-core tests. The R20 results show 14382 multi-core and 2030 single-core, while the older R15 test yields 3451 multi-core and 487 single-core. Geekbench scores are 8337 multi-core and 1646 single-core. The multi-core scores are roughly seven times higher than the single-core scores in Cinebench tests, which reflects the 24-core design and indicates heavy parallel workloads benefit enormously. The single-core performance, however, is more modest, with the R23 single-core score of 4834 suggesting capable but not class-leading per-thread speed.

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 8676, placing it at the 65th percentile against all CPUs tracked. Its nearest rivals in the database are notably lower-power mobile and enterprise parts: the Intel Core i7-8565U (average score 8665, deltaPct 0.1), the Intel Core i5-8365U (average score 8708, deltaPct -0.4), the AMD EPYC 7601 (average score 8619, deltaPct 0.7), and the Intel Core i7-10510U (average score 8580, deltaPct 1.1). The 13900E sits within 1.1 percent of all four rivals, which is striking given the architectural differences. The EPYC 7601 is a server part, while the others are low-power laptop chips, yet the average scores converge near 8600-8700. This suggests the 13900E’s raw multi-core power is balanced by its lower clock speeds in sustained workloads, pulling its average down relative to what the R23 multi-core score alone would imply.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built on Intel Socket 1700, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which is adequate for a modern GPU and NVMe storage, though the GPU in this build uses PCIe 4.0 x8. The 65-watt CPU TDP and 115-watt GPU TDP together suggest a system that does not require excessive power delivery hardware. The suggested PSU for the GPU is 300 watts, leaving headroom for the rest of the system components. The memory controller supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving builders flexibility, though the exact bandwidth figures are not provided in the data. ECC memory support is listed as available, which is unusual for a consumer desktop chip and could appeal to workstation users who need error correction.

A sensible next upgrade on this platform would involve adding more memory capacity or switching between DDR4 and DDR5, depending on the motherboard. The CPU’s 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes mean that a faster GPU could be installed without bottlenecking the interface, though the current GPU’s PCIe 4.0 x8 interface would limit throughput on a Gen 5 slot. The 65-watt TDP is modest, so cooling requirements are low, and the 300-watt suggested PSU leaves room for additional drives or peripherals. The production status for the CPU is active, so replacements and upgrades are available. The GPU, however, is marked end-of-life, which could affect long-term availability.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and manufactured by TSMC on a 5 nm process. The chip contains 22,900 million transistors on a 188 mm² die, yielding a transistor density of 121.8 million per square millimeter. The GPU has 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 raster operation units. Ray tracing is handled by 24 dedicated RT cores, and AI workloads are accelerated by 96 tensor cores. The base clock is 1830 MHz with a boost clock of 2460 MHz, while memory runs at 2125 MHz with 17 Gbps effective speed. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory sits on a 128-bit bus, providing 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Pixel rate is 118.1 GPixel/s, texture rate is 236.2 GTexel/s, and FP32 performance is 15.11 TFLOPS with FP16 at the same 15.11 TFLOPS figure (1:1 ratio).

The GPU’s benchmark score is listed as zero, and it has no nearest rivals in the database, so direct comparative numbers are unavailable. The GPU does have a percentile placement at the 50th percentile against all GPUs, which puts it in the middle of the field. The lack of benchmark data means the GPU’s real-world performance must be inferred from its specifications. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for 1080p and some 1440p gaming, but the 128-bit memory bus limits bandwidth to 272 GB/s, which could constrain performance in bandwidth-heavy scenarios. The RT cores and tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing and DLSS-style features, which are not directly measured but are supported by the Ada Lovelace architecture. The boost clock of 2460 MHz is high, and the 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 figure indicates solid raw compute capability for a mid-range part.

The GPU uses a 1x 12-pin power connector and is dual-slot in width. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4a connectors. API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The GPU’s predecessor is the GeForce 30 series, and its successor is the GeForce 50 series, but no specific performance comparisons are given.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU’s 65th percentile against all CPUs and the GPU’s 50th percentile against all GPUs indicate that the processor is the stronger component in this pairing. The combined percentile is 58, which is closer to the GPU’s position than the CPU’s, suggesting the GPU is the limiting factor in most workloads. The CPU’s multi-core scores are exceptional, with R23 multi-core at 34244, which would not bottleneck modern games or productivity applications. The GPU’s mid-tier position, combined with only 8 GB of VRAM and a 128-bit memory bus, means that gaming performance will be capped by the graphics card rather than the processor.

For CPU-bound workloads like software compilation or data processing, the 13900E will dominate, and the GPU’s lower percentile will not matter. For GPU-bound workloads like 3D rendering or gaming at high resolutions, the RTX 4060 will be the constraining factor. The estimated FPS scaling, based on the benchmark scores rather than measured data, would show the GPU limiting frame rates in graphically intensive titles, while the CPU handles physics, AI, and draw calls without issue. The 65-watt CPU TDP and 115-watt GPU TDP mean that neither component generates excessive heat, so thermal throttling is unlikely to shift the balance. The GPU’s 50th percentile placement relative to the CPU’s 65th percentile is the clearest evidence of where the bottleneck lies.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s exact benchmark scores are as follows: Cinebench R15 multi-core 3451 and single-core 487, Cinebench R20 multi-core 14382 and single-core 2030, Cinebench R23 multi-core 34244 and single-core 4834, Geekbench multi-core 8337 and single-core 1646. The average CPU benchmark score is 8676, with a percentile placement at 65. The CPU’s nearest rivals are all within 1.1 percent of its average score, with the AMD EPYC 7601 at 8619 (0.7 percent higher) and the Intel Core i7-10510U at 8580 (1.1 percent higher). The GPU has no benchmark scores, no average score, and no nearest rivals, but it holds a 50th percentile position against all GPUs. The combined percentile for the pair is 58.

The CPU’s single-core performance in R23 is 4834, which is about 14 percent of its multi-core score of 34244. This ratio indicates a processor that is heavily optimized for parallel tasks. The Geekbench scores tell a similar story, with multi-core at 8337 being roughly five times the single-core 1646. The CPU’s percentile of 65 against all CPUs places it above the median, while the GPU’s percentile of 50 puts it exactly at the median. The combined picture is a system where the CPU is the stronger partner, and the GPU pulls the overall percentile down to 58. Since no measured FPS data exists, these benchmark scores are the only quantitative basis for performance estimates, and any frame rate discussion must be framed as estimated from these scores.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need strong multi-core CPU performance without a top-tier GPU. Gamers playing at 1080p will benefit from the CPU’s high multi-core scores, which handle modern game engines well, while the GPU’s mid-range position is sufficient for 1080p high-refresh gaming, though the 8 GB VRAM could limit texture quality in some titles. Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will see the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 34244 shine in export and render tasks, while the GPU’s 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 performance provides respectable acceleration for GPU-accelerated effects. Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the 24 cores and 32 threads, which dramatically speed up parallel build times. Students and small business users who run office applications, web browsing, and light productivity will find the system overkill, but the 65-watt CPU TDP and 300-watt suggested PSU mean it operates quietly and efficiently. The GPU’s 50th percentile placement means it is not suited for 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing, but it handles mainstream workloads competently.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: Estimated FPS at 1080p will be strong, driven by the CPU’s high single-core score of 4834 in R23, which avoids bottlenecks in most titles. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 272 GB/s bandwidth support high frame rates at medium-to-high settings, but the 50th percentile placement suggests it will not sustain ultra settings at maximum refresh rates.

Streaming: The CPU’s 24 cores handle encoding and streaming overhead without impacting game performance, and the GPU’s NVENC hardware is not directly measured but its tensor cores support AI-based encoding features. The 65-watt CPU TDP keeps power draw low during prolonged streams.

Video editing: The CPU’s R23 multi-core score of 34244 accelerates timeline rendering and export, while the GPU’s 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 provides GPU-accelerated effects processing. The 8 GB VRAM may limit working with very high-resolution footage.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering will be fast, with the 34244 R23 multi-core score putting the processor ahead of most rivals. GPU-based rendering will be slower relative to the CPU, given the GPU’s 50th percentile and 15.11 TFLOPS, making this a CPU-first rendering workstation.

Software development: The 24 cores and 32 threads excel at parallel compilation, and the Geekbench multi-core score of 8337 indicates strong performance in build servers or local dev environments. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running builds.

Student and office work: This system is far more powerful than needed for word processing and spreadsheets, but the 65-watt CPU TDP and 300-watt suggested PSU mean it runs cool and quiet, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback if the discrete GPU fails.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build combining the Intel Core i9-13900E, a 24-core Raptor Lake processor with a 65-watt TDP, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106, an Ada Lovelace GPU with 8 GB of VRAM and a 115-watt TDP. The CPU is the standout component, with a 65th percentile placement against all CPUs and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 34244. The GPU is a mid-range part at the 50th percentile, with no benchmark scores available but specifications that suggest solid 1080p performance. The combined percentile is 58, indicating an above-average system overall. The CPU’s active production status contrasts with the GPU’s end-of-life status, which could affect future upgrades. The pairing is well-balanced for CPU-intensive tasks and mainstream gaming, but the GPU’s lower percentile means it is the limiting factor in graphics-heavy workloads.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s strongest benchmark result?

A: The CPU scores 34244 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is its highest recorded benchmark score, reflecting its 24-core design.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score is 8676, which is 0.1 percent higher than the Intel Core i7-8565U (8665), 0.7 percent higher than the AMD EPYC 7601 (8619), and 1.1 percent higher than the Intel Core i7-10510U (8580), but 0.4 percent lower than the Intel Core i5-8365U (8708).

Q: What memory types does this build support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and ECC memory is also supported.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth and capacity?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the stronger component?

A: The CPU is at the 65th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU is at the 50th percentile against all GPUs, making the CPU the stronger component in this pairing.

Q: What power supply is suggested for this build?

A: The GPU’s suggested PSU is 300 watts, with the CPU drawing 65 watts and the GPU drawing 115 watts.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the GPU has 24 dedicated RT cores, and the Ada Lovelace architecture supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which includes ray tracing features.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106

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