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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

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Intel Core i9-13900F

51,730 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

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# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900F is a 24-core, 32-thread desktop processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture and manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. Its configuration pairs 8 performance cores with 16 efficiency cores, allowing the chip to reach a boost clock of 5.60 GHz from a 2000.00 MHz base clock. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 36 MB L3 cache, which helps feed the high core count in both lightly-threaded and heavily-threaded workloads.

Benchmark results place this CPU at the 91st percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 51,730. The nearest rival comparisons show a tightly contested field: the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X scores 51,947, which is just 0.4% higher, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52,073, a 0.7% advantage. The AMD EPYC 8124P also edges ahead at 52,121, again by 0.7%. Conversely, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T trails by 0.8% with a score of 51,310. These margins are remarkably small, indicating that the i9-13900F sits in a performance cluster where differences are within noise for many applications.

Looking at the threading scaling, the 3DMark results show a clear progression: single-thread scores 1,145, while 2-thread jumps to 2,265, 4-thread reaches 4,393, and 8-thread hits 7,426. The 16-thread test scores 9,957, and max-threads achieves 13,985. This scaling suggests that the processor gains substantial performance as more threads are utilized, though the gains diminish beyond 16 threads, indicating that the efficiency cores contribute meaningfully but the performance cores carry the bulk of the load.

Cinebench results reinforce this picture. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score of 40,928 dwarfs the single-core score of 5,778, a ratio of roughly 7:1. The R20 results show 17,189 multi-core versus 2,426 single-core, and R15 shows 4,125 multi-core versus 582 single-core. Geekbench reports 19,680 multi-core and 2,533 single-core. For real workloads, this means the i9-13900F excels in video rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks, while still delivering strong single-thread performance for everyday responsiveness and lightly-threaded applications.

The PassMark suite provides additional insight into specific workload types. Integer math scores 188,022, floating-point math scores 131,007, and extended instructions score 36,525. Data compression scores 635,147 and data encryption scores 38,214. Random string sorting scores 70,441, while finding prime numbers scores 204. The multithread score is 49,693 and single-thread is 4,406. These numbers indicate strong integer and floating-point throughput, with encryption and compression tasks benefiting substantially from the 32 threads.

The 65 W TDP is notably low for a 24-core processor, which suggests that the F-variant (no integrated graphics) is designed for users who pair it with a discrete GPU and value power efficiency. The unlocked multiplier is not available, so overclocking is limited, but the high boost clock of 5.60 GHz provides out-of-box performance that rivals many unlocked parts.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process node, packing 76,300 million transistors into a 609 mm² die. The GPU features 16,384 shading units, 512 texture mapping units, and 176 raster output units, along with 128 ray tracing cores and 512 tensor cores. Clock speeds are set at 2235 MHz base and 2520 MHz boost, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective).

Memory configuration is substantial: 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit bus delivers 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth. This is critical for high-resolution textures and large datasets in rendering workloads. The pixel rate is 443.5 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 1,290.2 GTexel/s, while FP32 performance reaches 82.58 TFLOPS with FP16 at the same 82.58 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio). These specifications position the RTX 4090 as a compute powerhouse, not just a gaming card.

Benchmark results place the RTX 4090 at the 88th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 60,347. The nearest rival comparisons are unusual, listing professional and workstation cards rather than gaming competitors. The Intel Arc Pro A60 matches the score at 60,326 (0% delta), the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 scores 60,140 (0.3% higher), the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61,896 (2.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58,657 (2.9% lower). These deltas are all within a few percent, which is surprising given the RTX 4090's reputation as a top-tier gaming card — the data suggests that in aggregate benchmark scores, professional GPUs hold their own.

In specific tests, 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 scores 9,223, Geekbench OpenCL scores 255,416, and Geekbench Vulkan scores 271,631. PassMark G3D scores 38,194, with GPU compute at 26,613. The DirectX tests show 224 for DX10, 326 for DX11, 150 for DX12, and 397 for DX9, while G2D scores 1,299. The API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

For rendering and ray tracing, the 128 RT cores and 512 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for both ray-traced effects and AI-based features like DLSS. The 24 GB VRAM is generous for 4K textures and complex scenes. The 450 W TDP requires an 850 W suggested PSU and a 16-pin power connector. The card is triple-slot wide, 304 mm long, 137 mm tall, and 61 mm wide, making it a physically large component that requires ample case space.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. Therefore, all FPS discussion is estimated from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than measured results.

The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40,928 and single-core score of 5,778 indicate strong gaming performance, as modern titles benefit from both high single-thread performance and multi-core scaling. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 9,957 and max-threads score of 13,985 suggest the processor can handle game logic, physics, and streaming simultaneously without bottlenecking.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 9,223 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 271,631 indicate excellent DirectX 12 and Vulkan performance. With 82.58 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 1.01 TB/s of memory bandwidth, the RTX 4090 is well-positioned for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p and 4K resolutions. The 24 GB VRAM provides ample headroom for texture-heavy titles at ultra settings.

In CPU-bound scenarios, such as competitive shooters at 1080p with lower graphics settings, the i9-13900F's single-thread score of 4,406 in PassMark and 1,145 in 3DMark single-thread suggest high frame rates, likely exceeding 200 FPS in many titles. In GPU-bound scenarios at 4K ultra, the RTX 4090's pixel rate of 443.5 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,290.2 GTexel/s indicate it can sustain high frame rates even with demanding settings, though exact figures depend on the title.

Ray tracing performance benefits from the 128 RT cores, and tensor cores enable DLSS frame generation and upscaling, which can boost frame rates further. The combination of a strong CPU and flagship GPU suggests a system capable of 100+ FPS at 4K ultra in most titles, and 200+ FPS at 1440p, though these are estimates based on component capabilities rather than measured data.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU sits at the 91st percentile and the GPU at the 88th percentile, with a combined percentile of 90. This near-match in percentile rankings indicates a well-balanced pairing where neither component dramatically outclasses the other in aggregate performance.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 51,730 versus the GPU's 60,347 shows that the GPU carries slightly more weight in the combined score, but the difference is not extreme. In gaming workloads, the balance depends on resolution and settings. At 1080p with low settings, the CPU's single-thread performance and the GPU's raw power mean the CPU could become the limiting factor in high-refresh scenarios, as the GPU can render frames faster than the CPU can submit draw calls. At 4K ultra, the GPU's rendering load increases, and the CPU's 24 cores provide ample headroom to feed the GPU.

For productivity workloads, the balance shifts. The CPU's 32 threads and strong multi-core scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core of 40,928) excel in CPU-bound tasks like video encoding and 3D rendering, while the GPU's 82.58 TFLOPS FP32 and 512 tensor cores accelerate GPU-accelerated workloads like ray tracing and AI inference. The 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth on the GPU is crucial for large datasets, while the CPU's dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support provides adequate bandwidth for general computing.

The FPS scaling evidence, though estimated, suggests that at lower resolutions the CPU's single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 1,145) could bottleneck in extreme high-refresh scenarios, while at higher resolutions the GPU's rendering throughput becomes the primary determinant. The 65 W CPU TDP paired with the 450 W GPU TDP means the power delivery system must prioritize GPU headroom, and the 850 W suggested PSU provides sufficient margin for both components under load.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 51,730, placing it at the 91st percentile among all processors. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, scores 51,947, which is 0.4% higher — a negligible difference. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52,073 (0.7% higher), and the AMD EPYC 8124P scores 52,121 (0.7% higher). The Intel Core Ultra 9 285T scores 51,310, which is 0.8% lower. These margins indicate the i9-13900F is competitive with top-tier CPUs across different manufacturers and generations.

The GPU achieves an average benchmark score of 60,347, placing it at the 88th percentile. Its nearest rivals are predominantly workstation cards: the Intel Arc Pro A60 scores 60,326 (0% delta), the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 scores 60,140 (0.3% higher), the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61,896 (2.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58,657 (2.9% lower). The fact that the RTX 4090's closest rivals are professional cards rather than gaming GPUs is notable, suggesting that its aggregate benchmark performance is comparable to workstation-class hardware.

Combined, the CPU and GPU produce a system at the 90th percentile. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40,928 and the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 9,223 provide a picture of a system that excels in both compute-heavy and gaming workloads. The CPU's PassMark multithread score of 49,693 and the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 38,194 reinforce this dual strength.

# Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing targets users who demand top-tier performance across both productivity and gaming. Gamers at 4K resolution will benefit from the RTX 4090's 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth, which handle high-resolution textures and ray tracing without compromise. The CPU's high single-thread score of 5,778 in Cinebench R23 ensures that even CPU-bound titles at lower resolutions maintain high frame rates.

Content creators working with video editing software will leverage the CPU's 32 threads and 36 MB L3 cache for timeline scrubbing and export rendering, while the GPU's 512 tensor cores accelerate AI-based effects and encoding. 3D rendering artists can use the CPU's multi-core performance for CPU-based renders and the GPU's 82.58 TFLOPS FP32 for GPU-accelerated renders, giving flexibility across render engines.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's strong integer math score of 188,022 and data compression score of 635,147 for compilation and build tasks. The 24 cores handle parallel builds efficiently, and the 65 W TDP keeps power draw reasonable during long compile sessions. Students and small business workstations may find the system overkill, but the data shows it excels in any workload that can utilize its resources.

# FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-13900F sits at the 91st percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 51,730.

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

A: The RTX 4090 scores 60,347 on average, placing it at the 88th percentile. Its closest rival, the Intel Arc Pro A60, scores 60,326, a 0% delta, while the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61,896, which is 2.5% higher.

Q: Does this system support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is notable for workstation use where data integrity is critical.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The RTX 4090 features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not supported. However, the boost clock of 5.60 GHz provides high performance out of the box.

Q: What is the combined percentile ranking of this system?

A: The combined percentile is 90, indicating the CPU and GPU are well-matched in overall performance.

Q: Are there measured FPS data for this combination?

A: No, there are no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU pairing. All FPS figures are estimates based on benchmark scores.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, enabling fast NVMe storage and future GPU connectivity. The CPU's 65 W TDP means a modest cooling solution suffices, though the GPU's 450 W TDP requires robust power delivery.

The suggested PSU is 850 W, which provides headroom for the CPU and GPU under full load. The GPU uses a 16-pin power connector and occupies a triple-slot width, so case compatibility is a consideration. The system supports ECC memory, which is rare for consumer platforms and adds value for workstation users.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the GPU, as the RTX 4090 is end-of-life with a successor in the GeForce 50 series. However, the current GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth remain competitive. The CPU's platform is also nearing end-of-life, so a future upgrade would likely require a new motherboard and memory. For users on DDR4, upgrading to DDR5 would require new memory sticks, while those already on DDR5 have a clearer path.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing Intel's Core i9-13900F with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4090. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread Raptor Lake part with a 5.60 GHz boost clock and 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an Ada Lovelace flagship with 24 GB GDDR6X and 82.58 TFLOPS FP32. The combined percentile of 90 places this system in the upper echelon of desktop configurations.

The CPU's 91st percentile ranking and the GPU's 88th percentile ranking indicate that both components are top-tier, though not absolute leaders. The GPU's nearest rivals being professional cards suggests this system is as capable in workstation tasks as in gaming. The 65 W CPU TDP paired with the 450 W GPU TDP creates an interesting power profile: the CPU is efficient, while the GPU dominates power draw, requiring the 850 W suggested PSU.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 4,406 in PassMark and the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 9,223 support high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. The 24 GB VRAM allows ultra textures without compromise, and the 128 RT cores enable ray tracing at playable frame rates.

Streaming: The CPU's 32 threads handle game encoding and streaming simultaneously, with the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40,928 indicating ample headroom for x264 encoding while gaming. The GPU's NVENC-capable tensor cores can offload encoding tasks to the GPU.

Video editing: The CPU's PassMark data compression score of 635,147 and the GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 255,416 accelerate timeline operations and effect rendering. The 24 GB VRAM holds large projects in GPU memory.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40,928 handles CPU-based renders, while the GPU's 82.58 TFLOPS FP32 powers GPU-accelerated render engines. The 512 tensor cores accelerate AI denoising.

Software development: The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads compile code quickly, with PassMark integer math scoring 188,022. The 65 W TDP keeps power draw manageable during long builds.

Student and office work: This system is overkill for basic tasks, but the CPU's single-thread score of 5,778 in Cinebench R23 ensures snappy responsiveness in office applications, and the GPU's compute power is available for any academic or research workloads that require acceleration.

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