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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900HX + Intel Arc A570M

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93%

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97%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900HX

46,098 Benchmark Score

Top 7% Market Ranking

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Intel Arc A570M

58,239 Benchmark Score

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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 i9-13900HX and Intel Arc A570M pairing represents a high-tier mobile configuration, landing in the 89th percentile overall. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread Raptor Lake-HX part built on Intel's 10 nm process, with a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. This processor sits at the top of Intel's mobile stack, and its benchmark scores reflect that positioning. The data shows a substantial gap between single-threaded and multi-threaded performance, which is the defining characteristic of this chip. For real workloads, the 3dmark_max_threads score of 11738 compared to the 3dmark_single_thread score of 1102 indicates that the processor scales exceptionally well with parallel tasks, but also retains strong per-core efficiency. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27900 versus the single-core score of 2056 further corroborates this, suggesting that applications capable of utilizing all 32 threads will see massive gains, while lighter workloads still benefit from the high 5.40 GHz boost clock. The 36 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache provide a robust foundation for data-heavy tasks, reducing latency and improving throughput in scenarios where data sets exceed what smaller cache pools can hold.

CPU Analysis

The architecture here is Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX variant, which is a 10 nm Intel design. The 24 cores are divided into performance and efficiency groups, though the FACT PACK does not specify the exact allocation. The processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it includes ECC memory support, which is notable for a mobile part. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 is present, providing a fallback display output and basic acceleration when the discrete GPU is not engaged. The CPU's 55 W TDP is the base figure, and in a laptop chassis, this can scale upward depending on thermal headroom, though the FACT PACK does not provide a max turbo power figure. Benchmark results from PassMark show a multi-thread score of 43062, which places the chip in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235, has an average score of 46062, a delta of 0.1 percent, meaning the i9-13900HX is essentially tied with that part in overall average benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 also sits within 0.1 percent, with a score of 46030. This indicates that despite being a previous-generation part, the i9-13900HX still competes directly with newer mid-range and upper-mid-range options.

Diving into specific workloads, the PassMark data compression score of 531224 is exceptionally high, indicating strong performance in file archiving and compression tools. Data encryption scores 32130, and extended instructions score 30550, both of which are strong for cryptography and SIMD-heavy applications. Floating point math at 110470 and integer math at 156175 are both robust, suggesting solid performance in scientific computing and general productivity. The find prime numbers score of 190 is a more niche metric, but it still reflects the integer throughput capability. The 3dmark 16-thread score of 8929 is a good indicator of gaming-related multi-threading, while the 8-thread score of 6857 and 4-thread score of 4012 show that scaling remains consistent down to fewer threads. The 2-thread score of 2143 and single-thread score of 1102 demonstrate that even lightly threaded applications, such as legacy games or simple office tasks, will run smoothly. For software development, the combination of high multi-thread scores for compilation and high single-thread scores for code editing and IDE responsiveness makes this CPU versatile. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 14836 and single-core score of 2094 reinforce the same conclusion: this is a processor that never feels like a bottleneck in mobile workloads.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, the CPU provides a strong foundation. The 3dmark 2-thread score of 2143 and single-thread score of 1102 indicate that the processor can feed frames quickly to the GPU in titles that rely on a few fast cores. The 89th percentile CPU ranking ensures that frame pacing will be consistent in most scenarios, though the GPU will often be the limiting factor.

Streaming benefits from the high multi-thread count. The 3dmark max threads score of 11738 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27900 mean that encoding video while gaming will not starve the game of CPU resources. The PassMark multi-thread score of 43062 further confirms that the processor has ample headroom for simultaneous encoding and rendering tasks.

Video editing in applications like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve will leverage the 24 cores and 32 threads. The PassMark floating point math score of 110470 and data compression score of 531224 are relevant here, as video codecs rely heavily on both integer and floating-point operations. The L3 cache of 36 MB helps with random access to large media files.

3D rendering is a primary strength. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27900 places this CPU in a high tier for mobile workstations. Rendering scenes in Blender or similar software will see near-desktop-class performance, with the 32 threads scaling well across multiple frames or tiles. The extended instructions score of 30550 also aids in ray tracing acceleration on the CPU side.

Software development benefits from the balance of single and multi-thread performance. Compilation tasks will use all available threads, as evidenced by the max threads score of 11738, while the single-thread score of 2056 in Cinebench R23 ensures that the IDE and build tools remain responsive. The ECC memory support is a plus for long-running build servers.

Student and office work is almost trivial for this hardware. The single-thread PassMark score of 4081 handles document processing and web browsing with ease. The 2-thread and 4-thread 3dmark scores of 2143 and 4012, respectively, indicate that even poorly optimized office suites will run without lag. The 55 W TDP is modest for a chip of this capability, which is good for battery life in a laptop.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A570M is a mobile GPU based on the Xe-HPG architecture, specifically the DG2-256 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 6 nm process. It contains 11,500 million transistors on a 269 mm² die, with a transistor density of 42.8 million per square millimeter. The GPU has 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. It also includes 16 ray tracing cores, which are dedicated to hardware-accelerated ray tracing. The base clock is 900 MHz, with a boost clock of 1300 MHz. Memory is 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, running at an effective speed of 14 Gbps, yielding a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The pixel rate is 83.20 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 166.4 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is 5.325 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 10.65 TFLOPS using a 2:1 ratio.

The GPU's benchmark score is 58239 in Geekbench OpenCL, which places it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, which scores 58392, a delta of -0.3 percent. This means the Arc A570M is within a rounding error of a desktop-class flagship GPU from the previous generation in raw compute benchmarks. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM scores 58085, a delta of 0.3 percent, and the NVIDIA P102-100 scores 58528, a delta of -0.5 percent. The AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58657, a delta of -0.7 percent. These deltas are all sub-1 percent, indicating that the Arc A570M delivers compute performance comparable to these desktop parts, though the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus will limit it in high-resolution texture-heavy workloads.

The 16 ray tracing cores provide hardware support for DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is a requirement for modern ray-traced games. However, the 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 figure suggests that rasterization performance is the primary strength, with ray tracing available but likely at lower frame rates. The memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s is adequate for 1080p gaming but may be a constraint at 1440p with high-resolution textures. The TDP is 75 W, which is typical for a mid-range mobile GPU. The bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x8, which is sufficient for most laptop implementations. The display outputs are portable device dependent, meaning the actual ports vary by laptop model. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern APIs.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a soldered mobile platform. This means the CPU cannot be upgraded in a traditional sense; it is permanently attached to the motherboard. The same applies to the GPU, which is also integrated into the laptop chassis. Therefore, any upgrade path is limited to memory and storage. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The FACT PACK does not specify the maximum capacity, but the dual-channel bus is standard. The PCIe support is Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, which allows for fast NVMe storage. The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which is separate from the CPU lanes.

The TDP for the CPU is 55 W, and the GPU TDP is 75 W, for a combined 130 W of base power draw. The suggested PSU field is null, which is typical for laptops as they use external power bricks. A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be increasing memory to the maximum supported capacity and installing a Gen 5 NVMe SSD to take advantage of the CPU's PCIe lanes. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives laptop manufacturers flexibility, but for users, the upgrade path is closed for the processor and graphics. The production status for both components is Active, meaning they are still in production, but the platform itself is not designed for user-level upgrades beyond RAM and storage.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 46098, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The GPU's average benchmark score is 58239, placing it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile for the build is 89. The CPU's nearest rival is the Intel Core Ultra 5 235, with an average score of 46062, which is a 0.1 percent delta. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 46030, also a 0.1 percent delta. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 46187, a -0.2 percent delta, meaning the i9-13900HX is slightly behind it. The AMD EPYC 4364P scores 45970, a 0.3 percent delta. These rivals span consumer and server segments, showing that the i9-13900HX is competitive across the board.

The GPU's nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, with a score of 58392, a -0.3 percent delta. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM scores 58085, a 0.3 percent delta. The NVIDIA P102-100 scores 58528, a -0.5 percent delta. The AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58657, a -0.7 percent delta. The GPU is essentially tied with these parts in raw compute, but the mobile form factor and 8 GB VRAM differentiate it. The data shows that this pairing delivers top-tier performance for a laptop, with both components sitting in the upper echelon of their respective categories. The combined picture is a system that can handle demanding workloads without significant compromise.

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread count of the Intel Core i9-13900HX?

A: The CPU has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the Intel Core i9-13900HX?

A: The boost clock is 5.40 GHz.

Q: How much VRAM does the Intel Arc A570M have, and what is its bus width?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Intel Arc A570M?

A: The memory bandwidth is 224.0 GB/s.

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

A: Yes, it supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the process node for the Intel Arc A570M?

A: The GPU is manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC.

Q: What is the combined percentile ranking for this CPU and GPU build?

A: The combined percentile is 89.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU is in the 89th percentile, and the GPU is in the 88th percentile. This near parity suggests a balanced pairing, where neither component is overwhelmingly stronger than the other. In CPU-intensive workloads like 3D rendering or software compilation, the CPU will be the primary driver, with its multi-core scores leading the way. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27900 indicates that the CPU can sustain heavy loads, and the GPU's compute score of 58239 will assist in GPU-accelerated rendering tasks. In gaming, the balance shifts. The GPU's 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 8 GB VRAM will be the limiting factor at higher resolutions or with demanding textures. The CPU's single-thread score of 1102 in 3dmark ensures that it will not hold back the GPU in most titles, but the GPU's 224.0 GB/s bandwidth might bottleneck performance in games that require high memory throughput.

The FPS scaling is not measured for this combination, so the analysis is based on benchmark scores. The GPU's percentile rank of 88 suggests that it can push high frame rates at 1080p, but the 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB capacity are lower than what desktop flagships offer. The CPU's 89th percentile rank means it can handle high-refresh gaming, but the GPU will likely cap frame rates in demanding titles. For productivity, the CPU is the star, with the GPU providing acceleration for video encoding and rendering. The balance is such that a user upgrading this system would benefit more from a GPU upgrade than a CPU upgrade, but since both are soldered, that is not an option. The data indicates that this is a well-matched pair for high-end mobile use.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build combining the Intel Core i9-13900HX processor and the Intel Arc A570M GPU. The build class is explicitly listed as laptop. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread mobile processor from the Core 13th Gen series, and the GPU is an Arc 5 Mobile part from the Alchemist generation. The combined percentile is 89, which places this configuration in the upper tier of all systems. The CPU's avgBenchmarkScore is 46098, and the GPU's avgBenchmarkScore is 58239. The CPU has a launch MSRP of $668, which is a single data point and does not reflect the total system cost. The GPU has no launch MSRP listed. The production status for both components is Active, meaning they are current products. The overall tier from the percentiles is high-end mobile, suitable for demanding applications and gaming.

Who Should Build It

Gamers at 1080p and 1440p resolutions will find this configuration capable, given the GPU's 88th percentile rank. The CPU's high single-thread score of 1102 in 3dmark ensures smooth frame pacing in esports titles. Content creators working with video and 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 27900 Cinebench R23 multi-core score and the GPU's 58239 OpenCL score. Software developers will appreciate the 32 threads for compilation and the ECC memory support for stability. Students and small business users will find the performance excessive but sufficient for any task, from research to office productivity. The 55 W CPU TDP and 75 W GPU TDP are modest for a laptop, suggesting reasonable battery life for a high-performance machine.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination, as the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All FPS discussion is therefore estimated from the benchmark scores. The CPU's 3dmark single-thread score of 1102 and 2-thread score of 2143 indicate that the processor will not bottleneck the GPU in most games. The GPU's 58239 OpenCL score and 88th percentile rank suggest that at 1080p with ultra settings, this system should deliver high frame rates in most titles, likely exceeding 60 FPS in demanding games and reaching 100+ FPS in less demanding ones. At 1440p, the 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth may become limiting factors, potentially requiring lower texture quality or reduced settings in some games. The 16 ray tracing cores provide hardware support for ray-traced effects, but the 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 performance suggests that enabling ray tracing will significantly reduce frame rates, possibly to below 60 FPS in heavy titles. The combined percentile of 89 aligns with a system that is capable of a high-refresh gaming experience at 1080p, with 1440p being playable but with compromises. These figures are estimates based on the benchmark data, not measured results.

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