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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

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96%

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89%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900K

61,766 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

15,199 Benchmark Score

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90-100

Ultimate

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70-89

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50-69

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The pairing of the Intel Core i9-13900K with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM represents a significant imbalance in a desktop build, where a top-tier 24-core processor is coupled with an entry-level 8 GB graphics card. The data in this analysis is drawn entirely from synthetic benchmark scores, as no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK. Consequently, all gaming performance discussions are framed as estimates derived from the comparative CPU and GPU benchmark scores, not from direct frame-rate measurements.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900K is a 24-core, 32-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It features a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz, with a TDP of 125 W. The cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and includes ECC memory support. The processor also integrates UHD Graphics 770, providing a fallback display output.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 61766. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-13900T, scores 61723, a delta of just 0.1%, indicating that the 13900K is statistically tied with its lower-power counterpart in aggregate performance. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus and the Intel Core i9-13900KF are also extremely close, with deltas of -0.1% and -0.1% respectively, reinforcing that this chip sits at the top of a very tight performance cluster.

Looking at specific workloads, the multi-threaded performance is exceptional. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 38271.5 in multi-core, while the single-core score is 2238.5. The Geekbench multi-core score of 22820 and single-core score of 2628 further confirm this trend. PassMark tests show a multithread score of 58589 and a single-thread score of 4608. The 3DMark results show scaling from 1187 in single-thread to 15509 in max-threads, demonstrating strong scaling across core counts. For real workloads, this means the CPU excels in heavily parallel tasks like video rendering, 3D modeling, and software compilation, where the 32 threads can be fully utilized. The high single-thread score also ensures responsiveness in everyday tasks and lightly-threaded applications.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is an Ampere-architecture GPU based on the GA106 chip, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process. It houses 2304 shading units, 72 texture mapping units, and 32 ROPs. The card operates at a base clock of 1515 MHz and a boost clock of 1755 MHz. Memory is 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, providing 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. It includes 18 RT cores and 72 tensor cores, supporting hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS. The FP32 compute performance is rated at 8.087 TFLOPS, with a texture rate of 126.4 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 56.16 GPixel/s.

In benchmark standings, this GPU sits in the 57th percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 15199. This places it in the mid-range tier. Its nearest rival by average score is the AMD Radeon RX 7600 at 15171, a delta of 0.2%, meaning the RTX 3050 OEM is essentially on par with that card in aggregate. The AMD Radeon 680M integrated graphics and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 are also within 0.5% delta, showing that this GPU's performance is comparable to older flagship cards and modern mid-range parts.

Specific benchmark scores reveal a mixed picture. The PassMark G3D score is 11857, while the G2D score is 973. In DirectX tests, the card scores 137 in DX9, 86 in DX11, and 58 in DX12, indicating that its performance does not scale well with newer API workloads in synthetic tests. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 60740 and Vulkan score of 57103 show moderate compute capability. For rendering, the 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p gaming with medium-to-high settings, but the 128-bit bus limits performance at higher resolutions. The RT and tensor cores are present, but their performance is constrained by the overall low compute throughput relative to higher-tier cards.

FAQ

Q: How does the Core i9-13900K compare to its closest rival, the Core i9-13900T?

A: The Core i9-13900K has an average benchmark score of 61766, which is 0.1% higher than the Core i9-13900T's score of 61723. This difference is negligible, indicating that the two processors perform nearly identically in aggregate benchmarks, despite the 13900T likely having a lower TDP.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is in the 57th percentile among all GPUs. This means it performs better than 57% of all GPUs in the benchmark database, placing it in the mid-range tier of graphics cards.

Q: Does the RTX 3050 OEM support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RTX 3050 OEM includes 18 RT cores. These cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced workloads, as supported by its DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2) API compatibility.

Q: What memory types does the Core i9-13900K support?

A: The Core i9-13900K supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The specific memory bandwidth is not listed, but the dual-channel bus width is confirmed.

Q: What is the power supply requirement for the RTX 3050 OEM?

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 3050 OEM is 300 W. The GPU itself has a TDP of 130 W and requires a single 8-pin power connector.

Q: How does the GPU's DirectX 12 performance compare to its DirectX 9 performance?

A: In PassMark tests, the GPU scores 137 in DirectX 9 and 58 in DirectX 12. This indicates that the GPU performs significantly better on legacy DirectX 9 workloads than on modern DirectX 12 workloads in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: What is the combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i9-13900K and RTX 3050 OEM build is 75. This places the overall system in the 75th percentile of all CPU-GPU combinations in the database.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFpsUltraByGame entries, and the dataIsMeasured field is false. Therefore, all gaming performance figures presented here are estimates based on the synthetic benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU, and should be treated as approximations rather than empirical results.

Based on the GPU's 57th percentile ranking and its PassMark G3D score of 11857, this system is best suited for 1080p gaming. In modern AAA titles, the RTX 3050 OEM is likely to deliver playable frame rates at medium to high settings, but may struggle with ultra settings or high refresh rates. The GPU's DirectX 12 score of 58 is notably low, suggesting that newer titles using DX12 may see reduced performance compared to older DX11 titles. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p textures, but the 224.0 GB/s bandwidth may limit performance in texture-heavy scenes.

For esports titles, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (a PassMark single-thread score of 4608) will help maintain high frame rates, but the GPU will be the limiting factor. The CPU's 92nd percentile ranking ensures that it will not bottleneck the GPU at 1080p, but at higher resolutions like 1440p, the GPU's 128-bit memory bus and lower compute throughput will cause frame rates to drop significantly. The combined percentile of 75 suggests that while the CPU is top-tier, the GPU drags the overall gaming potential down to a mid-range level.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data clearly indicates a severe bottleneck in this pairing. The CPU is in the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 57th percentile among all GPUs. This 35-point gap means that the processor is capable of far more work than the graphics card can feed or utilize.

In gaming workloads, the GPU is the primary limiting factor. The CPU's 3DMark max-threads score of 15509 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38271.5 are far beyond what the RTX 3050 OEM can pair with in frame generation. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 11857 and DirectX 12 score of 58 indicate that it will saturate before the CPU is fully utilized. For example, in a CPU-intensive game with high physics simulation, the 13900K's PassMark physics score of 3140 might be underutilized because the GPU cannot output frames quickly enough to demand more CPU work.

Conversely, in non-gaming workloads like video editing or 3D rendering that are primarily GPU-accelerated, the bottleneck persists. The GPU's 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 5779 PassMark GPU compute score will limit render times, even though the CPU's 32 threads are ready to handle other tasks. In CPU-only workloads, such as software compilation, the bottleneck is reversed: the GPU idles while the CPU's 58589 PassMark multithread score does the heavy lifting. Overall, the system is balanced only for productivity tasks that are purely CPU-bound, while gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks are heavily constrained by the RTX 3050 OEM.

Who Should Build It

This build is suited for users who prioritize CPU performance but have modest graphics requirements. Content creators who work with video encoding or 3D scene preparation that is CPU-intensive, such as using the 13900K's 32 threads for rendering, might find value here, especially if GPU acceleration is not critical. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38271.5 makes it ideal for such workloads.

Software developers compiling large codebases will benefit from the CPU's 207792 PassMark integer math score and 58589 multithread score. This build can handle heavy parallel compilation tasks efficiently. Students and small business workstations that run office applications, spreadsheets, and web development environments will find the CPU's single-thread performance of 4608 ample for their needs.

However, gamers targeting high refresh rates at 1080p will be disappointed by the GPU's limitations. The 57th percentile GPU ranking means that only mid-range frame rates are achievable. This build is not recommended for gamers who want to play modern AAA titles at ultra settings, as the GPU will be the bottleneck. Instead, it is more appropriate for users who occasionally game but primarily need a high-performance workstation CPU.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 61766, placing it in the 92nd percentile. Its top scores include 38271.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 22820 in Geekbench multi-core, and 15509 in 3DMark max-threads. The GPU's average benchmark score is 15199, placing it in the 57th percentile. Its notable scores include 60740 in Geekbench OpenCL and 11857 in PassMark G3D.

The combined percentile for this pairing is 75, indicating that the system as a whole outperforms 75% of all CPU-GPU combinations. However, this combined score is dragged down by the GPU. The CPU's nearest rivals, the Core i9-13900T and Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus, are within 0.1% in average score, showing that the 13900K is at the top of its class. The GPU's nearest rivals, the RX 7600 and RTX 2060, are within 0.6% in average score, showing that the 3050 OEM is at the bottom of its performance tier. The picture is clear: a flagship processor paired with an entry-level graphics card, resulting in a system that is exceptional for CPU-bound tasks but average for GPU-bound ones.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that combines the flagship Intel Core i9-13900K processor with the entry-level NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM graphics card. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread Raptor Lake part with a boost clock of 5.80 GHz, while the GPU is an 8 GB Ampere card with 2304 shading units. The combined percentile of 75 places this system in the upper three-quarters of all builds, but the massive gap between the CPU's 92nd percentile and the GPU's 57th percentile defines its character.

This pairing is unconventional. It is not a typical gaming rig, nor is it a balanced workstation. Instead, it is a CPU-centric system where the processor is the star and the GPU is merely sufficient for basic display output and light graphics tasks. The 125 W TDP of the CPU and 130 W TDP of the GPU suggest a system that can be cooled with standard desktop components, but the processor's performance potential is largely untapped in graphics-intensive scenarios.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-13900K uses the Intel Socket 1700 and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. This provides flexibility in memory choice, though the dual-channel bus width means that either memory type will be limited to two channels. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, allowing for future high-bandwidth storage or graphics cards. The socket is compatible with other 13th-generation and 12th-generation processors, but the 13900K is already near the top of that platform.

The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 slots, though it will run at PCIe 4.0 speeds. The suggested PSU of 300 W is the minimum for this GPU, but the 125 W TDP of the CPU means a higher wattage PSU is recommended for system stability. A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU has significant headroom. The 92nd percentile CPU can easily drive a GPU that is in the 80th percentile or higher, making a graphics card upgrade the most logical step to balance this system. Alternatively, adding more memory or faster NVMe storage would complement the CPU's capabilities.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This scenario is severely limited. The GPU's 57th percentile and low DirectX 12 score of 58 mean that high frame rates at 1080p are not guaranteed in modern titles. The CPU's single-thread score of 4608 helps, but the GPU will cap frame rates well below what the CPU can support.

Streaming: The CPU's 32 threads and 15509 3DMark max-threads score provide ample headroom for encoding and streaming software. The GPU's NVENC encoder, implied by the tensor and RT cores, can handle encoding, but the overall frame rates in games will be modest, limiting the quality of the streamed content.

Video editing: The CPU excels here, with 38271.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core handling timeline processing and effects. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p editing, but the 224.0 GB/s bandwidth may slow down previews with heavy effects. The 60740 Geekbench OpenCL score provides some acceleration.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering will be very fast due to the 58589 PassMark multithread score. GPU-based rendering will be slower, as the 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 performance is modest. For hybrid rendering, the CPU will take most of the load.

Software development: This is a strong use case. The 207792 PassMark integer math score and 793645 data compression score speed up compilation and build times. The CPU's 92nd percentile ranking ensures it can handle large codebases efficiently.

Student and office work: This is overkill. The CPU's 4608 single-thread score makes everyday tasks instant, but the GPU is more than sufficient for document editing and web browsing. The system will be highly responsive, though the power draw is unnecessary for these tasks.

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