SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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88 / 100
HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
79%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900E

8,676 Benchmark Score
Top 21% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

54,209 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

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

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready
70-89

High-End

1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

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

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The combination of the Intel Core i9-13900E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is positioned for demanding high-refresh gaming workloads. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it sits well above the typical gaming GPU, and its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory provides ample capacity for modern game assets at elevated settings. The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4834 places it in a competitive position for feeding frames to the GPU, though the CPU's overall 65th percentile ranking suggests it may not be the primary enabler of extreme frame rates.

Streaming: The RTX 4080 SUPER's Ada Lovelace architecture includes 320 tensor cores, which are designed to accelerate AI-based workloads such as real-time encoding enhancements and DLSS frame generation. With 80 RT cores on the GPU, the system can handle ray-traced effects while simultaneously running stream encoding tasks. The CPU's 32 threads and 24 cores provide substantial parallel headroom for encoding, chat applications, and game logic concurrently, making this pairing suitable for a single-PC streaming setup.

Video editing: Video editing workloads benefit from both the multi-core CPU performance and GPU compute capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 34244 reflects strong rendering throughput for timeline previews and export tasks, while the GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 219065 indicates powerful acceleration for effects processing and color grading. The 16 GB VRAM on the RTX 4080 SUPER can accommodate large project files and multiple high-resolution video streams without exceeding memory limits.

3D rendering: The RTX 4080 SUPER's FP32 throughput of 52.22 TFLOPS and texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s make it a capable renderer for GPU-accelerated engines. The CPU's Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 14382 and R15 multi-core score of 3451 demonstrate that CPU-based rendering also benefits from the 24-core configuration. The combination of 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores allows for both ray-traced and AI-accelerated rendering workflows, though the GPU's 86th percentile position indicates it is not the absolute top-tier rendering solution.

Software development: For compilation tasks, the i9-13900E's 24 cores and 32 threads provide parallel build capabilities that reduce compile times. The Geekbench multi-core score of 8337 and single-core score of 1646 show balanced performance for both parallel builds and single-threaded tooling. The support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory offers flexibility in platform configuration, and the ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running development processes that cannot tolerate memory errors.

Student and office work: For everyday productivity, this system is substantially over-provisioned. The CPU's 65th percentile ranking means it outperforms a majority of CPUs, but office workloads rarely stress even a fraction of its 32 threads. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output if the discrete GPU is unavailable, though the RTX 4080 SUPER will handle all graphics tasks in normal operation. The 65 W TDP of the CPU suggests efficient idle and low-load operation, which is beneficial for quiet office environments, but the GPU's 320 W TDP and triple-slot cooler make this an unconventional choice for purely administrative tasks.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i9-13900E achieves an average benchmark score of 8676, placing it in the 65th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-8565U at 8665 with a delta of 0.1%, the Intel Core i5-8365U at 8708 with a delta of -0.4%, and the AMD EPYC 7601 at 8619 with a delta of 0.7%. These close margins indicate that the i9-13900E's average score is tightly clustered with these comparison points, despite the significant architectural differences. In multi-core workloads, the Cinebench R23 score of 34244 demonstrates substantial parallel throughput, while the single-core score of 4834 shows competent single-thread performance. The Geekbench multi-core score of 8337 and single-core score of 1646 provide additional context for general-purpose computing.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER achieves an average benchmark score of 54209, placing it in the 86th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 at 54247 with a delta of -0.1%, showing near-identical performance. Other rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X at 54828 with a delta of -1.1%, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB at 55698 with a delta of -2.7%, and the AMD Radeon 8060S at 55757 with a delta of -2.8%. In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, the GPU scores 6600, while Geekbench Vulkan returns 260075 and Geekbench OpenCL returns 219065. The Passmark G3D score is 34245, with a GPU compute score of 19822.

The combined percentile for this CPU-GPU pairing is 76, indicating that the system as a whole ranks above three-quarters of all possible configurations. The CPU sits at 65th percentile while the GPU sits at 86th, suggesting the GPU is the stronger component in this pairing. The deltaPct values among the CPU's rivals are all within 1.1%, meaning the i9-13900E's average score is not dramatically different from those nearby parts, but the architectural specifications tell a different story for specific workloads.

# GPU Analysis

The RTX 4080 SUPER is built on the AD103 chip using TSMC's 5 nm process with 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. The memory subsystem comprises 16 GB of GDDR6X across a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The base clock is 2295 MHz with a boost clock of 2550 MHz, while memory runs at 1438 MHz with 23 Gbps effective speed. The GPU has 10240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. For accelerated workloads, it includes 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores.

The pixel rate of 285.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s support high-resolution rendering with complex textures. FP32 performance is 52.22 TFLOPS, with FP16 matching at 52.22 TFLOPS on a 1:1 ratio. In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark, the GPU scores 6600, which is a strong result for modern DirectX 12 titles. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 260075 exceeds the OpenCL score of 219065, suggesting that Vulkan-based applications may extract more performance from the hardware. Passmark scores include DirectX 9 at 381, DirectX 10 at 193, DirectX 11 at 301, and DirectX 12 at 134; these lower scores reflect the legacy API tests and are not representative of modern workload performance. The G3D score of 34245 and GPU compute score of 19822 round out the picture.

For rendering workloads, the 80 RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, while the 320 tensor cores provide AI acceleration for features like DLSS and denoising. The 16 GB VRAM is substantial for 4K texture sets and complex scenes, though it is not the maximum available in the market. The 736.3 GB/s bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and geometry data transfer do not become bottlenecks in most scenarios. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking confirms it outperforms the vast majority of installed GPUs, but the nearest rival data shows that the non-SUPER RTX 4080 is within 0.1% in average score, meaning the performance gap is minimal in aggregate benchmarks.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-13900E uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is the platform for 12th and 13th generation Core processors. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing flexibility for builders who may have existing DDR4 modules or prefer the higher bandwidth of DDR5. The platform supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, which allows for high-bandwidth peripherals such as NVMe SSDs and future expansion cards. The CPU is not multiplier-unlocked, so overclocking via clock multiplier adjustment is not available; however, the boost clock of 5.20 GHz provides high single-thread performance out of the box.

The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 slots, though the GPU will operate at PCIe 4.0 speeds. The RTX 4080 SUPER has a TDP of 320 W and requires a 700 W suggested PSU. The power connector is a single 16-pin, which is the modern standard for high-power GPUs. The CPU's TDP is 65 W, which is notably low for a 24-core part, suggesting efficient power delivery in the base configuration. The total system power draw will be dominated by the GPU, so the PSU headroom of 700 W accounts for the GPU plus the rest of the system.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the GPU, since the CPU's 65th percentile ranking is the weaker link in this pairing. The GPU's end-of-life production status and successor in the GeForce 50 series indicate that newer options exist, but the 86th percentile performance remains competitive. For the CPU, the locked multiplier limits tuning, so an upgrade would require a new motherboard and potentially new memory if switching to a different socket. The platform's support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means that memory can be carried forward if staying on Socket 1700, but a new CPU would need to be another LGA1700 part.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900E is a Raptor Lake desktop processor with 24 cores and 32 threads. The architecture is Raptor Lake-S, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². The base clock is 1800.00 MHz, which boosts to 5.20 GHz under load. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support for reliability-critical workloads. Integrated graphics are provided by UHD Graphics 770, which serves as a basic display output.

In multi-core benchmarks, the Cinebench R23 score of 34244 demonstrates strong parallel performance, while the R20 score of 14382 and R15 score of 3451 show consistent scaling across different test versions. Single-core performance is represented by Cinebench R23 at 4834, R20 at 2030, and R15 at 487, indicating that the 5.20 GHz boost clock delivers competitive single-thread throughput. The Geekbench multi-core score of 8337 and single-core score of 1646 provide additional context for general workloads.

The CPU's 65th percentile ranking places it in the upper two-thirds of all CPUs, but the nearest rival data shows that its average score of 8676 is within 1.1% of parts like the Intel Core i7-8565U and AMD EPYC 7601. This suggests that the average benchmark score does not fully capture the CPU's multi-core advantage in specific tests like Cinebench R23, where the 24-core configuration shines. The 65 W TDP is remarkably low for a 24-core part, which may indicate power management that limits sustained multi-core performance under certain conditions, but the boost clock of 5.20 GHz ensures high single-thread responsiveness.

For real workloads, the 24 cores and 32 threads handle heavily threaded applications such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation with ease. The 36 MB of L3 cache reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data, while the 2 MB L2 per core provides fast on-die storage. The ECC memory support is a differentiator for workstation use cases where data integrity is paramount. The CPU's release date of January 2023 and active production status mean it remains a current product, though the locked multiplier limits enthusiast tuning.

# Who Should Build It

The target user for this CPU-GPU pairing is a gamer who wants high refresh rates at high resolutions without compromising on visual quality. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking and 16 GB of VRAM support modern game settings, while the CPU's single-core performance of 4834 in Cinebench R23 ensures that frame pacing remains consistent. The 65th percentile CPU ranking is adequate for gaming, but users who prioritize maximum frame rates in CPU-bound titles may find the CPU to be the limiting factor.

Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, and motion graphics will benefit from the combination of 24 CPU cores and the GPU's compute capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 34244 accelerates export times, while the GPU's 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance speeds up GPU-accelerated effects. The 16 GB VRAM accommodates large project files and complex scenes without swapping to system memory.

Software developers who compile large codebases will appreciate the 32 threads for parallel builds, while the ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running processes. The support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows builders to choose based on budget and availability, though the locked multiplier limits tuning for those who want to squeeze out extra performance.

Students and professionals in engineering or scientific fields who run simulation or analysis software will find the multi-core performance useful, but the system is over-provisioned for typical office tasks. Small business workstations that run virtual machines or database workloads could use the 24 cores effectively, but the GPU's gaming-oriented design may be underutilized in such environments.

# FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 76, placing the system above three-quarters of all configurations, with the CPU at 65th percentile and GPU at 86th percentile.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, while the RTX 4080 scores 54247, a delta of -0.1%, indicating near-identical aggregate performance.

Q: Does the Core i9-13900E support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is beneficial for workstation and reliability-critical applications.

Q: What is the power consumption of the CPU and what PSU is suggested for the GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 320 W and a suggested PSU of 700 W.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What socket does the i9-13900E use and what memory types are supported?

A: The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700 and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: Does the i9-13900E have an unlocked multiplier for overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is locked, so overclocking via clock multiplier adjustment is not available.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i9-13900E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread Raptor Lake part in the 65th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is an Ada Lovelace architecture part in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile of 76 indicates that this system sits above most configurations in overall performance.

The GPU is the stronger component in this pairing, with a higher percentile ranking and a substantial specification sheet that includes 16 GB of GDDR6X memory, 80 RT cores, and 320 tensor cores. The CPU provides competent multi-core performance for productivity tasks but is not the top-tier part in its segment, as evidenced by its 65th percentile position and the close margins to its nearest rivals. The system is a desktop-class build, and the data indicates it is well-suited for high-resolution gaming and content creation, though the CPU may limit performance in certain CPU-bound scenarios.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The performance balance between the i9-13900E and RTX 4080 SUPER is skewed toward the GPU. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking versus the CPU's 65th percentile means that in most graphics-intensive workloads, the GPU will be the primary performance driver, and the CPU will be able to feed it without becoming a significant bottleneck in GPU-bound scenarios. However, in CPU-bound workloads such as competitive gaming at lower resolutions or physics-heavy simulations, the CPU's lower percentile position may limit overall frame rates.

The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 34244 indicates that the CPU can handle heavy multi-threaded tasks, but its single-core score of 4834 is less impressive relative to top-tier CPUs. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6600 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 260075 show strong graphics performance that will scale well with resolution increases, meaning that at higher resolutions like 4K, the GPU remains the limiting factor while the CPU has headroom. At lower resolutions, the CPU may become the bottleneck in high-refresh-rate scenarios, as the GPU can produce frames faster than the CPU can process game logic.

The 65 W TDP of the CPU suggests that power delivery is not a bottleneck, and the 700 W suggested PSU for the GPU provides ample headroom for the entire system. The GPU's end-of-life production status and the CPU's active status mean that future upgrades would likely focus on the GPU, but the current balance is acceptable for most workloads where GPU performance is the priority.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination, as the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows. The following FPS discussion is estimated from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than measured results.

Based on the GPU's 86th percentile ranking and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600, the RTX 4080 SUPER is positioned to deliver high frame rates in modern games at ultra settings. The 16 GB of VRAM and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth provide sufficient memory capacity and throughput for 4K textures and high-detail environments. The GPU's Geekbench Vulkan score of 260075 suggests strong performance in Vulkan-based titles, which often include popular esports and AAA games.

The CPU's single-core performance, as indicated by the Cinebench R23 score of 4834 and Geekbench single-core score of 1646, is adequate to support high-refresh-rate gaming, though it may not reach the absolute highest frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The multi-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 34244, ensures that background tasks and game logic threads are handled without stuttering. For 1080p and 1440p gaming, the GPU is likely to be the primary driver of frame rates, while at 4K, the GPU's performance will be the deciding factor, with the CPU providing sufficient support. Users should expect playable to high frame rates at ultra settings across most titles, with the GPU being the stronger component in this pairing.