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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900KS + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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

4K 60+ FPSVR ReadyRay Tracing

System Balance Analysis

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

Intel Core i9-13900KS

64,051 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

54,209 Benchmark Score
Top 4% 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

The Intel Core i9-13900KS paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER represents a top-tier desktop configuration, ranking in the 90th percentile overall. This combination leverages Intel’s flagship 13th Gen Raptor Lake processor with NVIDIA’s high-end Ada Lovelace graphics card, creating a system designed for maximum performance across gaming, content creation, and compute-heavy tasks. The data confirms a balanced, high-caliber pairing where the CPU’s exceptional single-threaded and multi-threaded scores complement the GPU’s substantial rasterization and compute power. It is important to note that no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination; therefore, all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not direct gameplay measurements.

Gaming Performance

Because the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this specific CPU+GPU pairing, all frame rate expectations are estimated from the individual benchmark scores. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER’s Passmark G3D score of 34,245 and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,600 place it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, indicating excellent raw rasterization performance. This level of graphical capability suggests the card is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p and 4K resolutions with ultra settings. The GPU’s 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 736.3 GB/s bandwidth ensures that large texture packs and high-resolution assets will not cause memory bottlenecks, which is critical for modern AAA titles.

The Intel Core i9-13900KS further supports gaming performance with its 3DMark single-thread score of 1,226 and 2-thread score of 2,412. These scores indicate that the CPU has excellent per-core performance, which is a key factor in maintaining high frame rates in games that are not heavily multi-threaded. The 24-core, 32-thread configuration provides ample headroom for background tasks while gaming, but the single-thread performance is what drives the frame rate ceiling. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as open-world games or simulation titles, the 6.00 GHz boost clock of the 13900KS will help minimize frame dips and provide a smooth experience.

When estimating FPS, the data suggests that at 1080p and 1440p, the system will be limited by the GPU in most titles, as the CPU’s single-thread performance is strong enough to keep up with the RTX 4080 SUPER’s output. At 4K resolution, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck, and the system should deliver very high frame rates in less demanding titles, while more graphically intense games will still see playable, high settings. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 260,075 and OpenCL score of 219,065 further corroborate the GPU’s ability to handle modern graphics APIs efficiently, which is essential for DirectX 12 and Vulkan-based games. Overall, the estimated gaming performance is exceptional, targeting high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming and very capable 4K performance, with the caveat that these are estimates based on compute scores, not direct FPS measurements.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a well-balanced system where the CPU and GPU are closely matched in their respective performance percentiles. The Intel Core i9-13900KS holds a 93rd percentile position among all CPUs, while the RTX 4080 SUPER sits in the 86th percentile among GPUs. This narrow gap suggests that neither component will consistently bottleneck the other in most workloads. The CPU’s 3DMark max-threads score of 16,243 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 51,368 indicate that it can feed the GPU with data rapidly in multi-threaded scenarios, preventing the CPU from being a limiting factor in modern games that utilize multiple cores.

However, the balance shifts depending on the workload. In gaming, the GPU is typically the limiting component, especially at higher resolutions. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s Passmark G3D score of 34,245 is significantly higher than the CPU’s Passmark single-thread score of 4,712, which is the metric most relevant to frame pacing. This indicates that the GPU will be the primary driver of frame rates in graphically demanding titles. The CPU’s performance headroom is sufficient to prevent stuttering, but the frame rate ceiling will be determined by the GPU’s pixel rate of 285.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s.

In compute-heavy tasks like 3D rendering or video encoding, the CPU’s multi-threaded power becomes the dominant factor. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 51,368 and Passmark multithread score of 60,644 show that the 13900KS can handle intensive parallel workloads, but the RTX 4080 SUPER’s compute capabilities, evidenced by its Passmark GPU compute score of 19,822, can offload some of these tasks via CUDA acceleration. The data suggests that for pure gaming, the GPU is the bottleneck; for multi-threaded productivity, the CPU is the limiting factor; and for mixed workloads, the system achieves a good balance where both components operate near their peak potential.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i9-13900KS demonstrates leading-edge CPU performance across all benchmark suites. Its Geekbench multi-core score of 23,607 and single-core score of 2,771 place it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7343, scores 64,202 on average, which is -0.2% lower than the 13900KS’s average benchmark score of 64,051. This puts the 13900KS in a tie with a server-class EPYC processor, underscoring its exceptional multi-threaded capability for a desktop chip. The Cinebench R23 results are particularly strong: a multi-core score of 51,368 and a single-core score of 7,252, the latter of which is crucial for responsiveness and lightly-threaded tasks.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER’s benchmark scores are equally impressive. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,600 and Passmark G3D score of 34,245 contribute to an average benchmark score of 54,209, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The closest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, has a deltaPct of -0.1%, meaning the SUPER variant is essentially tied with its predecessor, offering a marginal performance improvement. The GPU’s Geekbench Vulkan score of 260,075 is particularly high, indicating excellent performance in modern graphics APIs. The combined percentile of 90 for this pairing confirms that the system as a whole is in the top 10% of all desktop configurations.

The combined picture is one of a high-performance workstation-grade system. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 64,051 is slightly below the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F’s 64,438 (-0.6% delta), but the 13900KS’s 150 W TDP is significantly higher, indicating that the older chip achieves its performance through higher power draw. The GPU’s average score of 54,209 is closely matched with the RTX 4080, but the SUPER variant offers a modest uplift in raw compute. Together, the CPU and GPU scores suggest a system that excels in both latency-sensitive gaming and throughput-oriented productivity tasks.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The RTX 4080 SUPER’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6,600 and the CPU’s high single-thread score of 1,226 in 3DMark indicate that this system is built for 1440p and 4K high-refresh-rate gaming. The GPU’s 16 GB memory buffer and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the highest texture quality settings, and the CPU’s 6.00 GHz boost clock ensures that frame times remain consistent.

Streaming: The CPU’s 24 cores and 32 threads, evidenced by a 3DMark max-threads score of 16,243, provide ample headroom for encoding video while gaming. The Passmark data encryption score of 47,772 and data compression score of 814,838 suggest that the CPU can handle real-time encoding workloads without sacrificing gaming performance, making it a capable streaming platform.

Video Editing: The combination of the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 51,368 and the GPU’s Passmark GPU compute score of 19,822 makes this system ideal for video editing. Timeline scrubbing and effect rendering will be accelerated by the GPU, while the CPU’s multi-threaded power handles export encoding efficiently.

3D Rendering: The CPU’s Passmark floating-point math score of 154,805 and the GPU’s FP32 performance of 52.22 TFLOPS indicate strong performance in 3D rendering applications. The system can handle complex scenes with ray tracing, as the GPU has 80 RT cores, and the CPU’s 36 MB of shared L3 cache helps with scene data management.

Software Development: The CPU’s Passmark integer math score of 211,027 and single-thread performance are well-suited for code compilation and running virtual machines. The 32 threads allow for parallel builds, while the 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth ensures that data-heavy development tasks, such as database queries, are not bottlenecked.

Student and Office Work: While this system is overkill for basic tasks, the CPU’s Geekbench single-core score of 2,771 ensures snappy application launches and spreadsheet calculations. The UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU provides a fallback for office tasks, but the discrete RTX 4080 SUPER is vastly more powerful than needed for word processing, making this a future-proof investment for students entering demanding fields.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-13900KS is built for the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The dual-channel memory bus provides a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, which is sufficient for the CPU’s 24 cores. The platform supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, allowing for the fastest NVMe SSDs and future expansion cards. The CPU’s 150 W TDP, combined with the GPU’s 320 W TDP, suggests a total system power draw that requires a robust power supply. The GPU’s suggested PSU is 700 W, which provides headroom for the CPU and other components.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be to ensure the system has a PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSD to take advantage of the CPU’s 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. For memory, moving to faster DDR5 modules would improve memory bandwidth-sensitive workloads, although the current 89.6 GB/s is already high. The socket is end-of-life for Intel’s 14th Gen, but the 13900KS is already near the top of the 13th Gen lineup, so a CPU upgrade would not yield significant gains. The GPU, however, could be upgraded in the future, as the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface of the RTX 4080 SUPER is compatible with newer PCIe 5.0 slots, ensuring forward compatibility.

The platform’s support for ECC memory is a notable feature for workstation use, adding stability for long-running compute tasks. The triple-slot GPU and its 1x 16-pin power connector require a case with good airflow and a PSU with the appropriate cable. The 700 W suggested PSU leaves room for overclocking the CPU, which has an unlocked multiplier, allowing users to push the 6.00 GHz boost clock even higher if cooling permits.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance percentile of this CPU+GPU combination?

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i9-13900KS and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is 90, placing it in the top 10% of all desktop configurations.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7343?

A: The 13900KS has an average benchmark score of 64,051, which is -0.2% lower than the AMD EPYC 7343’s score of 64,202, indicating they are statistically tied in performance.

Q: Does the RTX 4080 SUPER offer a significant performance boost over the RTX 4080?

A: No. The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average score of 54,209, which is -0.1% lower than the RTX 4080’s score of 54,247, meaning the performance difference is negligible.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i9-13900KS has a boost clock of 6.00 GHz, which is the highest in the 13th Gen lineup.

Q: What type of memory does this platform support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with a dual-channel memory bus providing a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory capacity and bandwidth?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 256-bit bus width and a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s.

Q: Is the CPU’s integrated graphics usable for additional displays?

A: Yes, the CPU includes UHD Graphics 770, which can drive displays independently, though the discrete RTX 4080 SUPER is the primary graphics solution.

Who Should Build It

This system is ideal for gamers targeting high-refresh-rate 1440p or smooth 4K gaming. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6,600 and the CPU’s strong single-thread performance ensure that the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates, with the CPU providing consistent frame pacing. Content creators, particularly video editors and 3D renderers, will benefit from the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 51,368 and the GPU’s FP32 performance of 52.22 TFLOPS, which accelerate export times and viewport rendering.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU’s Passmark integer math score of 211,027 and 32 threads, which enable parallel builds. Students in engineering, data science, or media programs will find the system overqualified for coursework but well-suited for demanding simulations or AI projects, as the GPU’s 320 tensor cores support machine learning workloads. Small business workstations that require reliable ECC memory support and high-throughput data processing, such as financial modeling or database management, will also benefit from this configuration. The system’s 90th combined percentile ensures it will handle any current software without compromise, making it a future-proof investment for professionals who rely on their PC for income.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build featuring the Intel Core i9-13900KS and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread processor from the Core 13th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node. The GPU is an Ada Lovelace-based card with 10,240 shading units and 16 GB of GDDR6X memory. The combined performance percentile of 90 places this system in the top 10% of all desktop builds, indicating a high-end configuration suitable for demanding applications.

The system’s overall tier is high-end, driven by the CPU’s 93rd percentile ranking and the GPU’s 86th percentile ranking. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 64,051 is comparable to server-class processors like the AMD EPYC 7343, while the GPU’s average score of 54,209 is competitive with the previous RTX 4080. This pairing is designed for users who require the best possible performance in both gaming and productivity, with no significant compromises in either area. The build class is desktop, meaning it is intended for stationary use with a dedicated power supply and cooling solution.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900KS is a 24-core, 32-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process node. It has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 6.00 GHz, which is the highest boost clock in the 13th Gen lineup. The CPU features a cache hierarchy of 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache, totaling a substantial amount of fast memory for frequently accessed data. The die size is 257 mm², and the CPU has a TDP of 150 W, requiring robust cooling to maintain peak performance.

Benchmark results show that the 13900KS excels in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Its 3DMark single-thread score of 1,226 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 7,252 are among the highest recorded, indicating exceptional responsiveness in everyday tasks and gaming. The multi-threaded performance is equally strong, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 23,607 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 51,368. The Passmark multithread score of 60,644 and floating-point math score of 154,805 further demonstrate its capability in scientific and financial computing. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 64,051 places it in the 93rd percentile, with nearest rivals including the AMD EPYC 7343 and Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, showing that it remains competitive with newer and server-class chips. The 13900KS supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with a dual-channel bus providing 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth, and it offers 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes for high-speed storage and expansion. With an unlocked multiplier, this CPU is designed for enthusiasts who want to push performance beyond stock settings.