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

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

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94%

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79%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900F

51,730 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

2,690 Benchmark Score

Top 21% Market Ranking

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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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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i9-13900F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER form a desktop pairing that presents a stark contrast in benchmark standing. The CPU is a high-end 24-core Raptor Lake part that sits in the 91st percentile of all processors, while the GPU, based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, currently benchmarks in the 18th percentile of all graphics cards, a position that places it near entry-level rivals despite its modern feature set. This analysis relies exclusively on the provided benchmark scores and specifications; no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, so all gaming performance discussions are estimated from the component benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900F is a 24-core, 32-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture using Intel’s 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 2000.00 MHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 36 MB L3 cache. It supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, includes ECC memory support, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The processor is not multiplier-unlocked, which limits overclocking headroom, but its high boost clock and substantial core count drive strong multi-threaded performance.

Benchmark data shows a processor that scales well with thread count. The 3DMark scores progress from 1145 in single-thread to 2265 in 2-thread, 4393 in 4-thread, 7426 in 8-thread, 9957 in 16-thread, and peak at 13985 in max-thread tests. This scaling indicates efficient use of its 24 cores and 32 threads for parallel workloads. Cinebench results reinforce this: the R15 multicore score of 4125 and single-core of 582, the R20 multicore score of 17189 and single-core of 2426, and the R23 multicore score of 40928 with a single-core of 5778 all point to a processor that excels in both lightly-threaded tasks and heavily parallel rendering workloads. The Geekbench scores of 2533 single-core and 19680 multi-core further confirm this dual strength.

The PassMark suite provides granular insight into specific workload types. The processor achieves 188022 in integer math and 131007 in floating-point math, indicating strong arithmetic capability. Data compression scores 635147, while data encryption hits 38214. Extended instructions score 36525, and random string sorting reaches 70441. The multithread score of 49693 and single-thread score of 4406 align with the other benchmarks. The physics score of 2766 suggests capable simulation performance. The average benchmark score of 51730 places it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, with nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X (average score 51947, delta -0.4%), Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX (52073, -0.7%), AMD EPYC 8124P (52121, -0.7%), and Intel Core Ultra 9 285T (51310, +0.8%). The data shows the i9-13900F is effectively within 1% of these competitors, making it a top-tier choice for multi-threaded productivity.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU benchmarks place the Intel Core i9-13900F firmly in the high-performance segment. Its average benchmark score of 51730 and 91st percentile rank mean it outperforms the vast majority of all processors. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 40928 is particularly notable, as it indicates the processor can sustain heavy all-core loads, which is critical for video rendering and 3D modeling. The single-core performance, with a Geekbench score of 2533 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5778, is also strong, ensuring responsiveness in everyday tasks and games that rely on fewer threads. The nearest rival data shows the i9-13900F is competitive with the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, trailing by only 0.4%, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX by 0.7%, while leading the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T by 0.8%.

The GPU benchmark picture is very different. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER has a single benchmark entry: a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2690. This score places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals for this score are the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M (2664, delta +1%), NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 (2662, delta +1.1%), Intel Arc Pro B50 (2660, delta +1.1%), and NVIDIA GeForce GT 440 (2645, delta +1.7%). The data shows the RTX 5070 SUPER is only 1% to 1.7% faster than these older or lower-tier cards in this specific test, which is a surprising result for a modern GPU. The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 55, reflecting the vast discrepancy between the CPU’s high standing and the GPU’s low benchmark position.

The combined picture is one of imbalance. The CPU is capable of feeding any modern GPU, but the RTX 5070 SUPER’s benchmark score suggests it may be the limiting factor in graphics-intensive tasks. The CPU’s strong multi-threaded scores (e.g., PassMark multithread 49693) and high single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread 4406) suggest it can handle game logic and physics, but the GPU’s low 3DMark score indicates it may struggle with high-resolution or high-detail rendering compared to other GPUs in its class.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC’s 5 nm process. The chip, designated GB205, contains 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 118.3M per mm². It has 6400 shading units, 200 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation pipelines. The GPU includes 50 ray tracing cores and 200 tensor cores, which are designed to accelerate ray-traced lighting and AI-based features like DLSS. The base clock is 2325 MHz with a boost clock of 2512 MHz. The memory subsystem consists of 18 GB of GDDR7 on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. The pixel rate is 201.0 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 502.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 and FP16 performance are both rated at 32.15 TFLOPS, indicating a 1:1 ratio for these compute tasks. The GPU has a TDP of 275 W and requires a single 16-pin power connector. It is a dual-slot card measuring 245 mm in length, 115 mm in height, and 40 mm in width, with display outputs including one HDMI 2.1b and three DisplayPort 2.1b connectors. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The benchmark score of 2690 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is the sole performance data point. This score, when compared to its nearest rivals, places it just 1% ahead of the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M and 1.1% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030 and Intel Arc Pro B50. These rival GPUs are from significantly older generations or lower performance tiers, which makes the RTX 5070 SUPER’s score appear anomalously low for a card with its specifications. The 18th percentile ranking confirms this is a low score relative to all GPUs in the database. For rendering workloads, this score suggests that while the GPU has the hardware for modern features like ray tracing and tensor operations, its raw rasterization performance in this benchmark is not competitive with higher-tier cards. The 672.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth and 18 GB of VRAM are ample for large textures and datasets, but the low benchmark score indicates that the GPU may not translate those resources into high frame rates in demanding scenarios.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i9-13900F compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X?

A: The i9-13900F has an average benchmark score of 51730, which is 0.4% lower than the Ryzen 9 5950X’s score of 51947. This indicates they are effectively tied in overall CPU performance.

Q: What is the GPU’s benchmark position relative to all other graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2690 places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs, meaning 82% of GPUs in the database score higher.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-13900F has ECC memory support enabled, which is a feature often sought after for workstation stability.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 5070 SUPER?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s, provided by 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the Intel Core i9-13900F has a locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked: false), so it does not support traditional overclocking.

Q: What is the difference in 3DMark scores between the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU’s best 3DMark score is 13985 in the max-thread test, while the GPU’s only 3DMark score is 2690 in the Steel Nomad DX12 test. These are different tests, but they highlight the CPU’s relative strength in multi-threaded tasks.

Q: What process node is the GPU manufactured on?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a significant bottleneck imbalance in this pairing. The CPU is in the 91st percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 51730, while the GPU is in the 18th percentile with an average score of 2690. In CPU-bound workloads, such as data compression (PassMark score 635147) or extended instruction processing (36525), the i9-13900F will dominate, and the GPU will have little impact. Conversely, in GPU-bound workloads like 3D rendering or high-resolution gaming, the RTX 5070 SUPER’s low 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 will likely be the limiting factor. The CPU has the single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread 1145, PassMark single-thread 4406) to handle game logic and physics calculations, but the GPU’s 18th percentile ranking suggests it will struggle to keep up with the CPU’s output in graphics-heavy tasks. The estimated FPS in games, derived from the GPU’s benchmark score, would likely be low compared to systems with higher-performing GPUs, meaning the RTX 5070 SUPER is the primary constraint in this configuration.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU-intensive tasks but have modest graphics requirements. The Intel Core i9-13900F’s 91st percentile ranking and strong multi-threaded scores (Cinebench R23 multicore 40928, PassMark multithread 49693) make it ideal for software developers compiling code, students running simulations, and small business workstations handling data analysis or virtualization. Content creators working with video editing or 3D modeling will find the CPU’s performance excellent for rendering, but they should be aware that the GPU’s 18th percentile ranking may slow down GPU-accelerated effects or previews. Gamers at 1080p or 1440p with lower graphical settings may find the CPU’s high single-thread performance (Geekbench single-core 2533) sufficient for high frame rates, but the GPU’s low 3DMark score suggests it will not handle ultra settings at high resolutions well. The build is less suitable for users who need top-tier graphics performance, as the GPU’s benchmark position is near entry-level cards like the GeForce GT 1030.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU’s strong single-thread score (3DMark single-thread 1145, PassMark single-thread 4406) can drive high frame rates in esports titles, but the GPU’s low 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 will likely cap performance in more demanding games, making high-refresh gaming at high settings unrealistic.

Streaming: The i9-13900F’s 24 cores and 32 threads, evidenced by its 3DMark max-thread score of 13985, can handle game encoding and streaming simultaneously, but the GPU’s 18th percentile ranking may struggle with the rendering load, potentially reducing game quality or stream resolution.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 40928 and PassMark data compression score of 635147 indicate fast export times and timeline scrubbing, but the GPU’s low score may slow down effects rendering or color grading that relies on GPU acceleration.

3D rendering: The CPU is a powerhouse for CPU-based rendering, with Cinebench R20 multicore 17189 and PassMark floating-point math 131007, but the GPU’s 3DMark score of 2690 suggests it will not accelerate ray-traced renders effectively, making it a poor choice for GPU-accelerated renderers.

Software development: The CPU’s PassMark integer math score of 188022 and extended instructions score of 36525 make it excellent for compiling large codebases and running multiple virtual machines or containers, while the GPU is sufficient for basic display output and UI rendering.

Student and office work: This build is overkill for word processing and spreadsheets, but the CPU’s high performance ensures smooth multitasking with many applications open, and the GPU’s 18 GB of VRAM could be useful for data visualization or machine learning coursework, despite its low gaming benchmark score.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-13900F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The CPU has a 65 W TDP, while the GPU has a 275 W TDP. The GPU requires a single 16-pin power connector. The most sensible next upgrade for this system would be to replace the GPU with a higher-performing model, as the current GPU’s 18th percentile ranking is the clear bottleneck. The CPU’s 91st percentile ranking and active production status suggest it has a long usable life, so upgrading the GPU would provide the most significant performance gain for gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads. The platform’s support for PCIe Gen 5 ensures compatibility with future high-bandwidth GPUs. The 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on the current GPU is a solid foundation, but the low benchmark score indicates that a GPU with a higher 3DMark score would better utilize the CPU’s capabilities.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing a high-end 24-core Intel Core i9-13900F processor with a modern NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER graphics card. The CPU is a top-tier performer, sitting in the 91st percentile of all CPUs and matching the performance of rivals like the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X within 0.4%. The GPU, however, benchmarks in the 18th percentile of all GPUs, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 that is only 1% higher than the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M. The combined percentile for this pairing is 55, reflecting the CPU’s strength and the GPU’s relative weakness. The build is best classified as a high-performance workstation CPU paired with an entry-level to mid-range GPU, making it suitable for CPU-heavy tasks but not for high-end gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering. The data shows a clear imbalance where the CPU will rarely be the limiting factor, while the GPU will constrain graphics performance in most scenarios.

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

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