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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900KS + Intel Arc A770

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Top 3% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
96%
VS
GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900KS

64,051 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A770

68,809 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready
70-89

High-End

1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900KS is the flagship of the Raptor Lake desktop lineup, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a 257 mm² die. This is a 24-core, 32-thread processor that combines 8 performance cores with 16 efficiency cores, a configuration designed to deliver both high single-thread responsiveness and massive multi-threaded throughput. The base clock of 3.20 GHz is modest, but the boost clock of 6.00 GHz is the standout figure here, representing the highest factory boost frequency in the fact pack and a key reason this chip sits in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs.

The cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. For real workloads, this means the CPU can keep large working sets close to the cores, reducing the frequency of slower memory accesses. The memory controller supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, with a peak bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory support is present, which expands the potential use cases into reliability-sensitive workstation scenarios.

Benchmark scores paint a clear picture of a processor that dominates in heavily threaded tasks. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 51,368 is exceptional, while the single-core score of 7,252 shows that the 6.00 GHz boost clock translates directly into class-leading per-thread performance. The 3DMark thread scaling is equally telling: the max-threads score of 16,243 versus the 16-thread score of 11,616 shows that scaling continues beyond 16 threads, though with diminishing returns. The 8-thread score of 8,812 and the 4-thread score of 4,754 indicate strong performance in moderately threaded workloads like modern game engines.

Geekbench scores reinforce this: a multicore score of 23,607 and a single-core score of 2,771. The PassMark suite adds workload-specific context. Integer math at 211,027 and floating-point math at 154,805 are both very high, while data encryption at 47,772 and data compression at 814,838 show that the i9-13900KS handles security and storage-related tasks with ease. The extended instructions score of 48,217 indicates robust AVX and SIMD performance, which matters for scientific computing and media encoding.

The nearest rivals in the benchmark database are telling. The AMD EPYC 7343 scores 64,202 on average, which is only 0.2% higher than the i9-13900KS's 64,051 average. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 trails by 0.4%, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F and Intel Core Ultra 7 265 are 0.6% and 0.9% behind, respectively. This places the i9-13900KS in a tight pack where the differences are within noise territory, but it also means this chip is not the outright leader — it trades blows with enterprise and newer mainstream parts.

Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of the i9-13900KS with the Intel Arc A770 creates an interesting balance question. The CPU sits in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 90th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for this build is 92, which suggests a reasonably well-matched pairing where neither component is dramatically over- or under-powered relative to the other.

The CPU's benchmark data shows it is not the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios. The single-thread score of 1,226 in 3DMark and 7,252 in Cinebench R23 single-core indicate that even at high frame rates, the CPU can feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic updates. The 16-thread score of 11,616 and 8-thread score of 8,812 mean that modern games that use 8 to 16 threads will see strong performance, with headroom for background tasks like streaming or voice chat.

The GPU, with its 16 GB of VRAM and 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth, is the more likely bottleneck in graphics-intensive scenarios. The Arc A770's 19.66 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is respectable but not top-tier, and its 90th percentile ranking puts it below the very fastest GPUs. In games at high resolutions with ultra settings, the GPU will typically be the constraint, which is actually the healthier scenario — the CPU has enough headroom to handle frame pacing and physics while the GPU focuses on rasterization.

However, the lack of measured FPS data for this exact combination means the balance assessment must rely on benchmark scores alone. The CPU's ability to maintain high minimum frame rates in CPU-bound scenes is evidenced by its strong PassMark single-thread score of 4,712 and its 3DMark 2-thread score of 2,412. These figures suggest that in esports titles or lower-resolution gaming, the CPU will not hold back the GPU. Conversely, in GPU-bound scenarios at 4K with ultra settings, the GPU's 90th percentile position means it will be the primary limiter, which is typical for a mainstream-to-high-end pairing.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A770 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm process with 21,700 million transistors on a 406 mm² die. This is a substantial chip with a transistor density of 53.4 million per mm². The GPU features 4,096 shading units, 256 texture mapping units, and 128 raster operation units, giving it a pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 614.4 GTexel/s.

Memory configuration is a strong point: 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a generous amount of VRAM for the GPU's class, which matters for high-resolution textures and increasingly for AI-assisted rendering features. The memory clock runs at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective data rate. The base clock of 2100 MHz and boost clock of 2400 MHz are reasonable for the architecture.

Ray tracing is handled by 32 dedicated RT cores, and the GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The FP32 compute of 19.66 TFLOPS and FP16 of 39.32 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio) indicate that the GPU is capable at both traditional rasterization and compute-heavy workloads. However, the fact pack notes that tensor cores are null, meaning there are no dedicated AI acceleration units listed — this is relevant for workloads that rely on tensor core acceleration.

In the benchmark database, the Arc A770 achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,969, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 109,175, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 94,284. The average benchmark score is 68,809, placing it in the 90th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA CMP 90HX at 69,000 (0.3% higher), the AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 at 68,562 (0.4% lower), the AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 at 69,870 (1.5% higher), and the NVIDIA Quadro P6000 at 69,986 (1.7% higher). This indicates the Arc A770 performs in the same band as several prosumer and workstation cards from the previous generation.

For rendering workloads, the 16 GB VRAM is a significant asset, allowing larger scenes and higher-resolution textures to fit in memory. The 512.0 GB/s bandwidth supports this capacity effectively. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 2.0, which accommodates multi-monitor setups. The GPU's power requirement is 225 W TDP with a suggested PSU of 550 W, and it requires a 1x 6-pin plus 1x 8-pin power connector.

Who Should Build It

The i9-13900KS paired with the Arc A770 targets users who need the CPU's extreme multi-threading for productivity but do not require the absolute fastest GPU. The CPU's 93rd percentile ranking and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 51,368 make this a compelling platform for content creators who work with video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The 24 cores and 32 threads handle parallel workloads with ease, and the 6.00 GHz boost clock ensures responsive single-threaded interactions in applications like Photoshop or browser-based tools.

Gamers at 1440p or 4K resolution who prioritize image quality over maximum frame rates will find the Arc A770's 16 GB VRAM sufficient for modern titles with high-resolution texture packs. The GPU's 90th percentile position and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,969 indicate it can deliver playable frame rates at these resolutions, though not at the extreme high end. Esports enthusiasts who play at 1080p with lower settings may actually find the GPU sufficient, as the CPU's strong single-thread performance will push high frame rates in titles that are CPU-bound.

Software developers will benefit from the CPU's PassMark data encryption score of 47,772 and extended instructions score of 48,217, which indicate strong performance in compilation and cryptographic workloads. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running build processes. Students and small business users who run office applications, web browsing, and light content creation will find this configuration far more powerful than needed, but the headroom ensures long-term usability.

The build class is desktop, and the combined percentile of 92 places this system in the top tier of the database. This is not an entry-level or mid-range machine — it is a high-end workstation-class pairing with a GPU that, while not top-of-the-line, is well above average.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 64,051, with the 3DMark single-thread score at 1,226, 2-thread at 2,412, 4-thread at 4,754, 8-thread at 8,812, 16-thread at 11,616, and max-threads at 16,243. Cinebench results show R15 multicore at 5,177 and single-core at 730, R20 multicore at 21,574 and single-core at 3,045, and R23 multicore at 51,368 and single-core at 7,252. Geekbench multicore is 23,607 and single-core is 2,771.

The PassMark suite shows data compression at 814,838, data encryption at 47,772, extended instructions at 48,217, find prime numbers at 257, floating-point math at 154,805, integer math at 211,027, multithread at 60,644, physics at 3,441, random string sorting at 90,257, and single-thread at 4,712.

The GPU's benchmark scores are 2,969 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 109,175 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 94,284 in Geekbench Vulkan, with an average of 68,809.

The combined picture is that of a system where the CPU is the standout performer relative to its peers, while the GPU is solidly above average but not exceptional. The CPU's 93rd percentile versus the GPU's 90th percentile means the system is slightly CPU-favored, which is a good position for productivity workloads that scale with cores and threads. For gaming, the balance is acceptable, but the GPU will be the first component to show its limits at higher resolutions and settings.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The fact pack contains no measuredFps rows, so all frame rate figures here are estimates based on the benchmark scores of each component. The CPU's strong single-thread and multi-thread performance suggests it will not be the bottleneck in most games, while the GPU's 90th percentile ranking and 16 GB VRAM support high-resolution gaming with texture-heavy assets.

For 1080p gaming, the Arc A770's 19.66 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,969 indicate it can handle most titles at high settings, with the CPU pushing high frame rates in esports and competitive games. The 6.00 GHz boost clock and PassMark single-thread score of 4,712 mean CPU-bound scenes will be handled with ease.

At 1440p, the GPU's 512.0 GB/s bandwidth and 16 GB memory capacity will allow for high or ultra settings in most titles, though the expected frame rates will be lower than at 1080p. The GPU's 128 ROPs and 307.2 GPixel/s pixel rate support this resolution well.

At 4K, the Arc A770 will struggle with the most demanding titles at ultra settings, but the 16 GB VRAM prevents texture streaming issues. The GPU's 90th percentile position suggests it performs better than roughly 9 out of 10 GPUs in the database, so it should deliver playable frame rates in many titles at 4K with adjusted settings. The CPU's performance ensures that frame time variance will be low, reducing stutter.

These are estimates, not measured results. The actual gaming experience may differ based on driver maturity, game optimization, and specific title requirements.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's 3DMark 8-thread score of 8,812 and single-thread score of 1,226 ensure high frame rates in CPU-bound titles at 1080p. The GPU, however, is the limiting factor — its 90th percentile position means it can push high refresh rates in esports but will not sustain 240+ FPS in demanding AAA titles without reduced settings.

Streaming: The 24-core, 32-thread configuration provides ample headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 51,368 indicates that even with a game running, there are enough cores for software encoding, though hardware encoding on the GPU is also an option given its Xe-HPG architecture.

Video editing: The PassMark data compression score of 814,838 and floating-point math score of 154,805 support fast timeline scrubbing and effect rendering. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM allows for larger preview buffers and GPU-accelerated effects.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23 multicore at 51,368 is the key metric here, providing excellent CPU-based rendering performance. The GPU's 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 compute can accelerate viewport rendering and certain render engines that support the Xe-HPG architecture.

Software development: The extended instructions score of 48,217 and integer math score of 211,027 indicate fast compilation times. The ECC memory support adds stability for long builds.

Student and office work: This configuration is overkill for word processing and web browsing, but the 36 MB L3 cache and high boost clock ensure instant responsiveness. The 16 GB VRAM on the GPU is irrelevant for these tasks but does not hurt.

FAQ

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

A: The boost clock is 6.00 GHz, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz.

Q: How much VRAM does the Intel Arc A770 have?

A: The Arc A770 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, with 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the combined percentile of this build?

A: The combined percentile is 92, with the CPU at 93 and the GPU at 90.

Q: Does the i9-13900KS support ECC memory?

A: Yes, ECC memory support is listed as true.

Q: What is the TDP of the Intel Arc A770?

A: The GPU TDP is 225 W, and the suggested PSU is 550 W.

Q: What is the Cinebench R23 multicore score of the i9-13900KS?

A: The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 51,368, with a single-core score of 7,252.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination?

A: No, there is no measured FPS data for this exact pairing, so all gaming frame rate figures are estimates based on benchmark scores.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i9-13900KS with the Intel Arc A770. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread Raptor Lake-S processor with a 6.00 GHz boost clock, 36 MB of L3 cache, and a 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs. The GPU is an Xe-HPG architecture card with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, 4,096 shading units, and a 90th percentile ranking among all GPUs.

The combined percentile of 92 places this system in the upper echelon of the benchmark database. The CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, while the GPU is solidly above average. This pairing is best suited for users who need extreme multi-threaded CPU performance for productivity workloads, with gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks as secondary considerations. The i9-13900KS has a launch MSRP of $699, and the Arc A770 has a launch MSRP of 329 USD. The system sits in the high-end desktop tier, with the CPU providing the bulk of the performance headroom and the GPU offering a balanced, if not top-tier, visual experience.