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Intel Core i9-13900E

8,676 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

79,842 Benchmark Score

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# Intel Core i9-13900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090: Database Analysis

This pairing combines a 24-core Intel Raptor Lake desktop processor with NVIDIA's flagship Blackwell 2.0 GPU. The data shows a desktop build with a combined percentile of 79, meaning it outperforms roughly four out of five other CPU+GPU combinations in the database. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all frame rate discussion below is estimated from the benchmark scores.

FAQ

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

A: The build has a combinedPercentile of 79, placing it in the top quarter of all CPU+GPU pairings tracked in the database.

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

A: The Core i9-13900E has an average benchmark score of 8676, sitting within 1.1% of four rivals: the Intel Core i7-8565U (8665, +0.1% delta), Intel Core i5-8365U (8708, -0.4%), AMD EPYC 7601 (8619, +0.7%), and Intel Core i7-10510U (8580, +1.1%). The spread is remarkably tight, all within a 1.5% band.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 5090 sits at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79842. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, scores 79605 — a delta of just 0.3%.

Q: Does this CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Core i9-13900E supports ECC memory. It also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What PCIe generation does each component use?

A: The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface. Both are aligned on the same generation.

Q: What is the GPU's memory capacity and type?

A: The RTX 5090 comes with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, delivering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 1750 MHz, running at 28 Gbps effective.

Q: What is the production status of both components?

A: Both the CPU and GPU are listed as "Active" in production. The CPU was released on 2023-01-03, and the GPU on 2025-01-29.

Gaming Performance

Since no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, all gaming performance figures are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The RTX 5090's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18355 and PassMark G3D score of 39650 indicate extremely high rasterization throughput. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34244 and single-core score of 4834 suggest it can feed the GPU without becoming a limiting factor in most scenarios.

At 1080p, the estimated FPS should be very high across most titles, given the GPU's 92nd percentile standing and the CPU's strong single-core performance. The 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 compute rate and 423.6 GPixel/s pixel fill rate point to headroom that exceeds typical 1080p demands. However, the CPU's 65 W TDP — unusually low for a 24-core part — may cause power-limited boost behavior in sustained gaming sessions, potentially capping frame rates below what the raw scores suggest.

At 1440p, the balance shifts slightly toward the GPU, which is where the RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth become significant assets. The 680 texture mapping units and 176 ROPs provide ample geometry and pixel throughput for high-detail rendering. Estimated frame rates should remain consistently high, with the GPU handling the increased resolution load without taxing the CPU excessively.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant factor, and the RTX 5090's specifications — 92,200 million transistors, 21760 shading units, and 170 RT cores — position it strongly for native 4K rendering. The CPU's Cinebench R20 single-core score of 2030 and Geekbench single-core score of 1646 suggest it can maintain adequate frame pacing at this resolution, though the data shows the GPU is clearly the performance driver here.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU delivers a Cinebench R15 multicore score of 3451 and single-core score of 487. In R20, it scores 14382 multicore and 2030 single-core. The R23 results show 34244 multicore and 4834 single-core. Geekbench results are 8337 multicore and 1646 single-core. The average benchmark score of 8676 places the CPU at the 65th percentile among all CPUs, which is respectable but not elite.

The GPU's benchmark suite is more extensive. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 18355. Geekbench OpenCL yields 334370, and Vulkan scores 376728. PassMark results include DirectX 10 at 226, DirectX 11 at 341, DirectX 12 at 185, DirectX 9 at 395, G2D at 1413, G3D at 39650, and GPU Compute at 26756. The average benchmark score of 79842 places the GPU at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, a much stronger relative position than the CPU.

The combined picture shows a significant imbalance: the GPU is 27 percentile points higher than the CPU. This means the CPU sits at a lower relative tier, and benchmark results indicate the GPU is the clear performance leader in this pairing. The CPU's average score of 8676 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, all of which are laptop or server parts, suggesting the 13900E's 65 W TDP constrains its performance to a level comparable to much lower-core-count processors.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a clear bottleneck structure. The GPU's 92nd percentile versus the CPU's 65th percentile creates a 27-point gap. In gaming workloads, the GPU is far more likely to be the performance ceiling, provided the CPU can keep up with frame generation. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34244 is solid, but its nearest rivals include the 4-core Intel Core i7-8565U and the 6-core Core i5-8365U, indicating that the 13900E's real-world performance is closer to those parts than to higher-tier desktop CPUs.

In CPU-bound workloads — such as physics simulation, game logic, or AI pathfinding — the processor will be the limiting factor. The 65th percentile ranking means roughly one-third of CPUs outperform it, and the tight rival deltas (all within 1.1%) suggest a performance plateau. Conversely, in GPU-bound workloads — high-resolution rendering, ray tracing, or texture-heavy scenes — the RTX 5090 will dominate, and the CPU's influence on frame rates diminishes.

The FPS scaling evidence, though estimated, supports this analysis: at lower resolutions where CPU overhead matters more, the 65th percentile CPU may cap frame rates below what the GPU could theoretically deliver. At higher resolutions, the GPU's 92nd percentile performance becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU's lower relative standing matters less.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The memory bus is dual-channel, and ECC memory is supported. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, and the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, so the bus is fully matched.

The GPU has a TDP of 575 W and a suggested PSU of 950 W. The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, which is notably low for a 24-core processor. The combined power draw of roughly 640 W leaves substantial headroom with the suggested 950 W power supply, allowing for additional components or future upgrades without necessarily requiring a PSU change.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-TDP CPU on the same socket, though the 65 W TDP of the current chip suggests the platform may be power-limited. The GPU's PCIe 5.0 x16 interface is current-generation, so no bus upgrade is needed. Memory could be upgraded from DDR4 to DDR5 if the motherboard supports it, since the CPU supports both types. The 32 GB GDDR7 VRAM on the GPU is unlikely to need upgrading for years, making the GPU a long-term component.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 4K resolution will benefit most from this build, as the GPU's 92nd percentile performance and 32 GB VRAM are well-suited to high-resolution texture loading and rendering. The estimated frame rates at 4K should be high, and the CPU's single-core performance — a Geekbench score of 1646 — is sufficient for most game engines at that resolution.

Content creators working with large video files or 3D scenes will find the GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 26756 PassMark GPU Compute score valuable for rendering and encoding. The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads, despite the 65th percentile ranking, provide parallel processing capability for multi-threaded creative applications.

Software developers compiling large codebases will benefit from the CPU's 24 cores, though the 65th percentile ranking means other CPUs offer better compilation throughput. Students and small business workstations would find this build overkill for typical office tasks, but the GPU's compute power could handle occasional rendering or simulation work without issue.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900E is a 24-core, 32-thread processor built on Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². The base clock is 1800 MHz with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. 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 dual-channel mode, with ECC support.

The 65 W TDP is the most striking specification, as it is unusually low for a 24-core part. This likely explains the 65th percentile ranking: the power constraint prevents the CPU from sustaining high clocks across all cores. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34244 is strong in absolute terms, but the nearest rivals — including the quad-core Core i7-8565U with a delta of just 0.1% — indicate that the 13900E's average benchmark score of 8676 is comparable to much smaller processors.

The boost clock of 5.20 GHz provides strong single-threaded performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4834 and Geekbench single-core score of 1646. The multiplier is locked, meaning overclocking is not possible. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides basic display output, though the discrete RTX 5090 makes it largely irrelevant for this build.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining a 24-core Intel Raptor Lake processor with NVIDIA's flagship Blackwell 2.0 GPU. The combined percentile of 79 places it in the upper quintile of all tracked CPU+GPU pairings, indicating strong overall performance. However, the composition is asymmetrical: the GPU at the 92nd percentile is the standout component, while the CPU at the 65th percentile is more mid-pack.

The build's tier is defined by the GPU's dominance. In GPU-bound workloads, this pairing performs at near the top of the database; in CPU-bound workloads, it performs moderately well but not exceptionally. The 79 combined percentile reflects this averaging, with the GPU pulling the overall score up from what the CPU alone would achieve.

The desktop class designation means this is a stationary system, and the GPU's dual-slot width and 304 mm length require a case with adequate clearance. The 1x 16-pin power connector and 950 W suggested PSU indicate a high-power system, though the 65 W CPU TDP tempers total system draw.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, with 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die — a transistor density of 122.9M per mm². The GPU has 21760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 ROPs. It includes 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores, providing dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI workloads.

The memory subsystem is substantial: 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus, delivering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 1750 MHz, running at 28 Gbps effective. The base clock is 2017 MHz with a boost clock of 2407 MHz. The pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. FP32 compute is 104.8 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

The benchmark scores reflect this hardware. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18355 and PassMark G3D score of 39650 indicate strong rasterization performance. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 334370 and Vulkan score of 376728 show robust compute capability. The GPU's average benchmark score of 79842 places it at the 92nd percentile, with its nearest rival — the Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB — only 0.3% behind.

For rendering workloads, the 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are particularly important, allowing large scenes and high-resolution textures to reside entirely in GPU memory. The 170 RT cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and the 680 tensor cores support DLSS and other AI-based rendering techniques. The PassMark DirectX scores — 226 for DX10, 341 for DX11, 185 for DX12, and 395 for DX9 — show varying API efficiency, with DX11 being the strongest.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU's 92nd percentile and the CPU's 5.20 GHz boost clock suggest high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, potentially exceeding 144 Hz in many titles. The 32 GB VRAM ensures textures load without stutter, though the CPU's 65th percentile ranking may cap frame rates in CPU-limited scenarios.

Streaming: The GPU's NVENC capabilities — implied by the 680 tensor cores — can handle encoding alongside rendering. The CPU's 24 cores provide ample headroom for stream encoding via x264 if desired, though the 65 W TDP may limit sustained multi-core load during simultaneous gaming and streaming.

Video editing: The GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 26756 PassMark GPU Compute score accelerate effects, transitions, and color grading. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34244 handles timeline scrubbing and export encoding, though the 65th percentile ranking suggests faster options exist.

3D rendering: The GPU's 1.79 TB/s bandwidth and 32 GB VRAM allow complex scenes to render entirely on the GPU. The 170 RT cores accelerate ray-traced rendering, and the 92nd percentile performance ensures competitive render times. The CPU's 24 cores assist with scene preparation and geometry processing.

Software development: The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads compile code efficiently, with the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34244 indicating solid parallel build performance. The GPU is largely idle during development, but the 65 W CPU TDP keeps power draw modest during long compile sessions.

Student and office work: This build is massively overprovisioned for typical productivity tasks. The CPU's single-core Geekbench score of 1646 handles everyday applications smoothly, but the GPU's 575 W TDP and 950 W suggested PSU make this an expensive system to run for basic workloads. The 32 GB VRAM and 92nd percentile GPU are wasted on spreadsheets and web browsing.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

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