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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070

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87 / 100

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Top 13% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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79%

GPU

95%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900E

8,676 Benchmark Score

Top 21% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070

40,377 Benchmark Score

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30-60

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60-85

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85-100

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90-100

Ultimate

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

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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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The Intel Core i9-13900E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 form a desktop pairing that places in the 74th percentile overall, a figure that reflects a strong but not absolute top-tier combination. The CPU, a Raptor Lake-S part on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, delivers 24 cores and 32 threads, a configuration that excels in heavily threaded workloads. Its base clock of 1800 MHz and boost clock of 5.20 GHz show a wide dynamic range, allowing the chip to remain efficient at idle while scaling to high frequencies under load. The processor is built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm², and it supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, along with ECC memory for stability-sensitive applications. The cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 36 MB L3 pool. The 65 W TDP is notably modest for a 24-core part, suggesting power management is a design priority, though the platform includes PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes for high-bandwidth devices.

Benchmark data for the i9-13900E reveals a nuanced performance profile. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score reaches 34244, while the single-core score is 4834, indicating a multicore advantage of roughly 7x over single-threaded performance. This gap is typical for a chip with this many cores and confirms its suitability for rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. The Geekbench scores are lower, at 8337 multicore and 1646 single-core, which reflects a different workload mix that may not fully utilize the CPU's architecture. The average benchmark score across all tests is 8676, placing the CPU in the 65th percentile against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database are notably lower-tier mobile and server parts: the Intel Core i7-8565U is 0.1% ahead, the Intel Core i5-8365U is 0.4% behind, the AMD EPYC 7601 is 0.7% behind, and the Intel Core i7-10510U is 1.1% behind. These deltas are all within a narrow band, meaning the i9-13900E's average performance is statistically indistinguishable from these older, lower-core-count chips in aggregate, even though its peak multicore scores are far higher. This discrepancy suggests that the average score is dragged down by tests that do not scale well with core counts.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU-GPU combination, and the `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty. As a result, all frame rate discussions here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not direct measurements. The data clearly indicates that no empirical gaming tests were run for this pairing, so the following figures should be treated as projections based on the component's theoretical capabilities.

For gaming at high resolutions, the RTX 5070's raw compute and memory bandwidth are the primary drivers. The GPU scores 5077 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, a modern test that correlates with DirectX 12 gaming performance. The Geekbench Vulkan score is 178923, and the OpenCL score is 172660, both indicating strong API-specific performance. In Passmark, the G3D score is 29137, while the DirectX 11 score is 277 and DirectX 12 is 108, the latter figures being synthetic and not directly comparable to real-world FPS. The GPU's 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 672.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for 1440p ultra textures and sufficient for most 4K scenarios. The pixel rate of 201.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 482.3 GTexel/s suggest the card can handle high fill rates, which benefits games with heavy post-processing or volumetric effects.

Given the CPU's single-core performance, estimated frame rates at 1080p would be limited by the processor in CPU-bound scenarios. The i9-13900E's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4834 is respectable but not top-tier, meaning it can feed the GPU at high FPS in most titles but may fall short in esports titles at extreme refresh rates. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, and the estimated FPS would scale primarily with the RTX 5070's compute power. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5077 positions the GPU in the 82nd percentile, suggesting it can deliver high frame rates at 1440p ultra and playable frame rates at 4K ultra in most titles, though specific numbers cannot be stated without measured data.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data points to a workload-dependent bottleneck profile. The CPU's 65th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 82nd percentile ranking indicates the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. In lightly threaded tasks, such as gaming at high FPS or general desktop use, the CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 4834, Geekbench single-core 1646) will be the limiting factor. The CPU's nearest rivals in average score are all mobile or enterprise parts with far fewer cores, which suggests that in the aggregate, the i9-13900E does not dominate its own weight class despite its high multicore counts.

In contrast, the GPU's compute resources are substantial. The RTX 5070 has 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output pipelines, with a FP32 throughput of 30.87 TFLOPS. This makes the GPU the clear leader in parallel floating-point workloads, such as 3D rendering or compute shaders. The memory bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s is nearly double what many previous-generation cards offered, ensuring that the GPU is not starved for data in memory-intensive scenarios. The deltaPct values in the GPU's nearest rivals are similarly tight, with the AMD Radeon Pro 580 being 0.1% ahead and the NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile being 2% ahead, indicating that the RTX 5070's average score of 40377 is on par with these professional and mobile parts, despite being a consumer desktop card.

The FPS scaling between resolutions would be uneven. At 1080p, the CPU's single-core limits would cap FPS in many games, leading to a CPU bottleneck. At 4K, the GPU's fill rate and bandwidth become the constraint, shifting the bottleneck to the GPU. The combined percentile of 74 reflects this balance: neither component is weak, but the GPU is the stronger half of the pairing.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who need a desktop that can handle both high-refresh gaming and serious productivity. The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads make it suitable for content creators who edit video, render 3D scenes, or compile large codebases, tasks where the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34244 indicates strong parallel throughput. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth support large textures and high-resolution displays, making it a fit for gamers at 1440p who want ultra settings and for 4K gamers willing to adjust settings for high frame rates.

Software developers would benefit from the CPU's thread count for build parallelization and the ECC memory support, which can prevent corruption in long-running computation jobs. Students and small business workstations would find the 65 W TDP attractive for thermal management, though the performance is far beyond typical office needs. The UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU provides a fallback for troubleshooting or basic display output when the discrete GPU is not needed. The lack of a launch MSRP for the CPU means pricing cannot be discussed, but the GPU's launch MSRP of 549 USD is noted once.

The percentile data suggests this is not an extreme enthusiast build (74th combined percentile), but rather a high-midrange system that exceeds the average while not reaching the top 10%. It is for users who want dual-purpose performance without chasing the absolute fastest components.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core i9-13900E has 24 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 1800 MHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5070 have, and what type?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this build?

A: The combined percentile for this desktop pairing is 74, indicating it outperforms 74% of all recorded builds.

Q: Are there measured FPS data for this specific combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU-GPU pairing, so all FPS figures are estimates from benchmark scores.

Q: What socket does the CPU use, and what memory does it support?

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

Q: What is the GPU's FP32 performance?

A: The RTX 5070 delivers 30.87 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, with a base clock of 2325 MHz and a boost clock of 2512 MHz.

Q: What is the suggested PSU for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU is 600 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 250 W with a single 16-pin power connector.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is a desktop GPU built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. The chip, designated GB205, contains 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die, yielding a transistor density of 118.3M per mm². The GPU has 6144 shading units, 192 TMUs, and 80 ROPs, with 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores. The base clock is 2325 MHz, boosting to 2512 MHz, while the memory clock runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective. The 12 GB GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus achieves a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s, a figure that exceeds many previous-generation higher-tier cards.

Rendering performance is quantified by several benchmark scores. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5077 places the GPU in the 82nd percentile against all GPUs. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 178923 and OpenCL score of 172660 indicate strong compute capabilities for both graphics and general-purpose tasks. Passmark G3D score of 29137 is a high mark, though the individual DirectX scores (9: 320, 11: 277, 12: 108) are legacy tests that do not reflect modern rendering paths. The average benchmark score is 40377, and the nearest rivals are all professional or mobile GPUs: the AMD Radeon Pro 580 is 0.1% ahead, the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 is 0.8% ahead, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 is 1.2% behind, and the NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile is 2% ahead. This indicates the RTX 5070's average performance is comparable to these workstation-oriented cards, which is notable for a consumer part.

The pixel rate of 201.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 482.3 GTexel/s are high, supporting heavy use of high-resolution textures and anti-aliasing. The FP16 performance is identical to FP32 at 30.87 TFLOPS, which is unusual and suggests a design optimized for compute tasks that do not benefit from reduced precision. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with the latest graphics APIs. With 192 tensor cores, the GPU is well-equipped for AI-accelerated features like DLSS, though specific frame generation numbers are not in the data.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark results are led by its Cinebench scores. In Cinebench R15, it scores 3451 multicore and 487 single-core. In R20, the scores are 14382 multicore and 2030 single-core. The R23 scores are 34244 multicore and 4834 single-core, showing consistent scaling across versions. Geekbench scores are 8337 multicore and 1646 single-core. The average benchmark score is 8676, placing the CPU in the 65th percentile. The nearest rivals are all within 1.1% in average score, which means the CPU's overall standing is not exceptional despite its high core count.

The GPU's benchmark performance is more varied. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5077 is a strong modern result. Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores are 172660 and 178923 respectively. Passmark scores include G2D 1305, G3D 29137, and GPU Compute 15787. The average benchmark score is 40377, placing the GPU in the 82nd percentile. The nearest rivals are all professional GPUs, with the RTX 5070 sitting between them in average score.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU is the stronger component. The CPU's 65th percentile is below the GPU's 82nd percentile, and the combined percentile of 74 reflects a blend that is closer to the GPU's standing. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU's multicore scores are high, but its average is dragged down by lower single-core and Geekbench results. The GPU's scores are consistently strong across 3DMark and Geekbench, with only the legacy Passmark DX tests appearing low. This suggests the pairing is well-suited for tasks that leverage the GPU's compute power, while the CPU may be the limiting factor in latency-sensitive single-threaded workloads.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build class pairing, combining the Intel Core i9-13900E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070. The CPU is a 13th-generation Raptor Lake part with 24 cores and 32 threads, a 65 W TDP, and support for DDR4/DDR5 memory. The GPU is a GeForce 50-series Blackwell 2.0 card with 12 GB GDDR7 memory and a 250 W TDP. The combined percentile is 74, placing this build in the upper-midrange tier. It is not a top-tier enthusiast configuration, as the CPU's 65th percentile and GPU's 82nd percentile are both below the 90th percentile mark. However, the combination offers a balance of high core counts and strong graphics compute that exceeds the majority of systems in the database.

The CPU's release date is January 3, 2023, and it remains in active production. The GPU's release date is March 3, 2025, with a launch MSRP of 549 USD. The GPU's successor is the GeForce 60 series, and its predecessor is the GeForce 40 series. The build is designed for users who need a single machine for both gaming and productivity, without the cost or power requirements of a flagship CPU.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU's 82nd percentile and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5077 suggest it can drive high frame rates at 1440p. The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4834 is adequate for most games, though it may limit FPS in CPU-bound titles at 1080p with very high refresh rates. Estimated performance is strong but not the absolute fastest.

Streaming: The GPU's 192 tensor cores and 48 RT cores can handle encoding and broadcast effects. The CPU's 24 cores provide ample headroom for simultaneous game and stream encoding, with the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34244 indicating no lack of processing power for overlay and chat applications.

Video editing: The CPU's multicore performance is a clear asset, with Cinebench R23 multicore at 34244. The GPU's 12 GB VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth can accelerate timeline rendering and effect previews. The combined 74th percentile build is well-suited for 4K video editing, though the CPU's 65th percentile average score suggests it may not lead in all codecs.

3D rendering: The GPU's FP32 throughput of 30.87 TFLOPS and the CPU's 32 threads make this a capable rendering workstation. The GPU's OpenCL score of 172660 indicates strong compute for GPU-accelerated renderers, while the CPU can handle CPU-based renderers with its high core count.

Software development: The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads are excellent for parallel compilation, and the ECC memory support is a plus for long builds. The GPU's compute power can accelerate machine learning workloads, with its 192 tensor cores providing a foundation for AI development.

Student and office work: This build is overkill for basic tasks, but the 65 W CPU TDP and integrated UHD Graphics 770 offer efficiency and a fallback display option. The GPU's presence is unnecessary for word processing or spreadsheets, but the system would handle any academic workload, including CAD or data analysis, without issue.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU is on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The platform includes PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, allowing for high-speed NVMe SSDs or other Gen 5 devices. The CPU has a 65 W TDP, which is low for a 24-core part, meaning the existing power delivery is likely sufficient. The GPU has a TDP of 250 W and a suggested PSU of 600 W, with a single 16-pin power connector. The combined power draw of the CPU and GPU, while not explicitly stated, would fit within the 600 W suggested PSU, though headroom for overclocking is limited since the CPU multiplier is locked.

A sensible next upgrade would be to increase memory bandwidth by using DDR5 instead of DDR4, as the memory bus supports both but DDR5 offers higher speeds. The GPU could be upgraded to a successor from the GeForce 60 series, as the RTX 5070's successor is already listed. However, the current GPU's 82nd percentile suggests it is not the primary bottleneck in most tasks. The CPU's socket is a potential limitation, as future Intel generations may use a different socket, but the Socket 1700 platform is mature and stable. The lack of a launch MSRP for the CPU means no pricing context, but the platform's longevity is a consideration for future upgrades.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070

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