SYSTEM ANALYZER

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

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87 / 100
HIGH-END

Power Build

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

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
77%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900TE

5,342 Benchmark Score
Top 23% 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

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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

Balance and Bottleneck

The Intel Core i9-13900TE pairs with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER in a configuration where the CPU sits below the GPU in relative performance standing. The processor holds a 60th percentile position against all CPUs, while the graphics card reaches the 86th percentile against all GPUs. This 26-point gap indicates the CPU is the more limiting component in most workloads, though the margin is not extreme enough to create a severe bottleneck in GPU-bound scenarios.

The CPU’s average benchmark score of 5342 places it just 0.5% above the Intel Core i9-10900KF and 0.5% above the AMD EPYC 7281, with a 0.7% edge over the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X and 0.8% over the Intel Core i9-9900X. These near-identical scores suggest the i9-13900TE is a capable mid-tier performer rather than a top-end part, despite carrying the Core i9 branding. The GPU, by contrast, sits within 0.1% of the RTX 4080 (its closest rival) and trails the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X by 1.1%, the RX 6750 GRE 12 GB by 2.7%, and the Radeon 8060S by 2.8%. The GPU is clearly the stronger half of this pairing.

FPS scaling evidence is absent from the data — no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination. However, the percentile disparity implies that at lower resolutions and less demanding settings, the CPU’s 60th percentile standing will cap frame rates sooner than the GPU’s 86th percentile would allow. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the primary throughput driver, and the CPU’s limitation recedes. The 35W TDP of the CPU (notably low for a 24-core part) further suggests power-constrained operation, which may reduce sustained multi-core performance in prolonged workloads compared to higher-TDP rivals.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18472 and a single-core score of 2607. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7758 multi-core and 1094 single-core, while in Cinebench R15 it achieves 1861 multi-core and 262 single-core. These figures place the processor in the 60th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 5342. The nearest rivals — the Core i9-10900KF at 5316, EPYC 7281 at 5315, Threadripper 1920X at 5306, and Core i9-9900X at 5301 — all fall within a 0.8% band, indicating the i9-13900TE performs essentially on par with these older high-core-count parts.

The GPU posts a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 219065, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 260075. PassMark results show 34245 in G3D, 19822 in GPU compute, 1270 in G2D, and legacy DirectX scores of 381 (DX9), 301 (DX11), 193 (DX10), and 134 (DX12). The average benchmark score of 54209 places the RTX 4080 SUPER in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival, the RTX 4080, scores 54247 (0.1% higher), while the Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828 (1.1% higher), the RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698 (2.7% higher), and the Radeon 8060S scores 55757 (2.8% higher). Notably, the GPU’s average score is higher than all four listed rivals, yet its percentile is lower — indicating the comparison set includes parts that outperform it in specific tests.

The combined picture shows a desktop build with a combined percentile of 73. The CPU contributes a solid but unremarkable multi-threaded showing, while the GPU delivers near-flagship graphics performance. The pair is well-matched for GPU-heavy workloads, but the CPU’s 60th percentile position suggests it will lag behind in CPU-bound tasks such as high-FPS esports titles or heavily threaded productivity software.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s percentile ranking against all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i9-13900TE sits in the 60th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 5342.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, which is 0.1% lower than the RTX 4080’s 54247. The two are effectively performance equals in the aggregate.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The i9-13900TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it also supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the i9-13900TE includes Intel UHD Graphics 770 as its integrated GPU.

Q: What PCIe version does the CPU support?

A: The CPU provides Gen 5 connectivity with 16 lanes (CPU only). The GPU, meanwhile, uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface.

Q: What is the GPU’s launch MSRP?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER had a launch MSRP of 999 USD.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-13900TE uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, offering high-bandwidth connectivity for storage and expansion cards. ECC memory support is present, which is unusual for a consumer desktop part and may appeal to workstation users seeking data integrity. The CPU’s 35W TDP is remarkably low for a 24-core processor, suggesting it is designed for thermally constrained or power-efficient systems rather than maximum sustained performance.

The RTX 4080 SUPER draws a 320W TDP and requires a 700W suggested PSU. The combined power draw of the CPU and GPU — 35W plus 320W — leaves substantial headroom within a 700W unit for other components such as drives, fans, and peripherals. The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector and occupies a triple-slot width, measuring 310 mm in length, 140 mm in height, and 61 mm in width. The card is marked as end-of-life, with the GeForce 50 series as its successor, so buyers should consider whether future driver support matters for their use case.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the CPU, given the 26-point percentile gap between the two components. Moving to a higher-percentile Socket 1700 part — or transitioning to a newer platform — would better balance the system for CPU-bound workloads. However, the GPU’s 86th percentile position means it remains relevant for several more generations, so a CPU-first upgrade path is the more logical choice. The platform’s DDR4 and DDR5 support allows memory upgrades without a full rebuild, though moving to DDR5 would require a new motherboard. The 700W PSU leaves room for a more power-hungry CPU in the future, as most high-end Socket 1700 parts draw well above 35W.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is built on the AD103 chip using TSMC’s 5 nm process, with 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. The chip packs 10,240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. Ray tracing is handled by 80 dedicated RT cores, while 320 tensor cores accelerate AI and DLSS workloads. The base clock runs at 2295 MHz with a boost clock of 2550 MHz, and memory operates at 1438 MHz (23 Gbps effective). The 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus delivers 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth, with a pixel rate of 285.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s. FP32 compute reaches 52.22 TFLOPS, matching FP16 at a 1:1 ratio.

Benchmark results show the GPU performing at a high level across different APIs. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600 indicates strong DirectX 12 performance, while Geekbench scores of 219065 (OpenCL) and 260075 (Vulkan) reflect solid compute and graphics throughput. PassMark G3D score of 34245 and GPU compute score of 19822 reinforce the card’s capability in both rasterization and general-purpose compute. The legacy DirectX scores — 381 in DX9, 301 in DX11, 193 in DX10, and 134 in DX12 — are lower in absolute terms but represent older workloads where the card’s modern architecture does not optimize for legacy paths.

The 86th percentile ranking places this GPU among the top tier of available graphics cards. Its nearest rival, the RTX 4080, scores nearly identically (0.1% higher), meaning the SUPER variant offers essentially the same performance as the non-SUPER model in aggregate benchmarks. The Radeon Pro W5700X, RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, and Radeon 8060S all score slightly higher in average terms, though by margins of 1.1% to 2.8% — small enough to be within run-to-run variance. For rendering workloads, the combination of 16 GB VRAM, high bandwidth, and 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute makes this card well-suited for 3D rendering, video encoding, and GPU-accelerated effects.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps entries. All FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from benchmark scores and percentile positions. The GPU’s 86th percentile ranking and its near-parity with the RTX 4080 (0.1% delta) suggest frame rates typical of a high-end 40-series card. The CPU’s 60th percentile position indicates it will not fully saturate the GPU in lightly threaded games, particularly at lower resolutions.

At 1080p, the CPU is likely to be the limiting factor in competitive titles where high frame rates depend on single-core performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2607 places the CPU in a moderate position — capable of solid frame rates but not top-tier esports numbers. At 1440p, the GPU’s higher workload utilization narrows the CPU gap, and the RTX 4080 SUPER should deliver excellent frame rates in most titles. At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint, and the CPU’s limitations largely disappear. The 16 GB VRAM and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for high-resolution textures and ray tracing.

Ray tracing performance benefits from the 80 RT cores, while DLSS (via the 320 tensor cores) can boost frame rates in supported titles. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6600 indicates strong DirectX 12 performance, which translates to good frame rates in modern games that use DX12. Older DirectX titles may run well but could show lower relative performance due to the card’s focus on modern APIs. Overall, the pairing is best suited for 1440p and 4K gaming where the GPU’s strengths are fully utilized, rather than 1080p high-refresh scenarios where the CPU holds back the system.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900TE is a 24-core, 32-thread processor based on Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². It operates at a base clock of 1000 MHz and boosts to 5.00 GHz, with a 35W TDP that is exceptionally low for a 24-core part. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support. Integrated graphics are provided via UHD Graphics 770, and the socket is Intel Socket 1700.

Benchmark results show the CPU performing at a level consistent with its 60th percentile ranking. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18472 indicates solid multi-threaded performance, while the single-core score of 2607 is moderate. The R20 scores of 7758 (multi-core) and 1094 (single-core) follow a similar pattern, as do the R15 scores of 1861 and 262. The average benchmark score of 5342 places the CPU in a tight cluster with the Core i9-10900KF (5316), EPYC 7281 (5315), Threadripper 1920X (5306), and Core i9-9900X (5301) — all within 0.8% of each other.

The low 35W TDP is the defining characteristic of this CPU. It explains the moderate benchmark scores despite the high core count — the power envelope limits sustained clocks under all-core loads. The 5.00 GHz boost clock applies to single-core scenarios, but multi-core workloads will likely see reduced clocks as the processor manages power. This makes the CPU better suited for bursty workloads or thermally constrained builds rather than sustained heavy computation. The 10 nm process node is one generation behind the GPU’s 5 nm node, further contributing to the performance gap between the two components.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i9-13900TE with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. The combined percentile of 73 places the system in the upper-mid tier of all builds. The CPU sits at the 60th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU reaches the 86th percentile of all GPUs, creating a configuration where the graphics card is clearly the dominant component. The build is best described as a GPU-centric system — one where the RTX 4080 SUPER delivers near-flagship graphics performance, while the CPU provides adequate but not exceptional processing power.

The CPU’s 24 cores and 32 threads offer substantial multi-threading capability, but the 35W TDP constrains its sustained performance. The GPU’s 16 GB VRAM, 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute, and 86th percentile ranking make it the standout feature of this build. The 700W suggested PSU provides adequate headroom for the combined 355W TDP of both components. This is a system designed for graphics-intensive work — gaming, rendering, and GPU-accelerated computing — rather than CPU-bound productivity tasks where the processor’s power limits would become apparent.

The build’s overall tier, reflected by the 73rd combined percentile, is solidly mid-to-high end. It outperforms the majority of systems in the database, though it does not reach the top tier occupied by flagship CPU and GPU pairings. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s end-of-life status and the CPU’s 2023 release date suggest this is a mature platform with established driver support and known performance characteristics.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1440p or 4K resolution with high or ultra settings are the primary audience for this build. The GPU’s 86th percentile ranking and 16 GB VRAM handle demanding titles at high resolutions, while the CPU’s 60th percentile position is sufficient for GPU-bound scenarios. At 1080p with high refresh rates, the CPU may become a limiting factor, so competitive esports players seeking maximum frame rates should look elsewhere.

Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, or GPU-accelerated effects will benefit from the RTX 4080 SUPER’s compute performance — the 219065 OpenCL score and 19822 PassMark GPU compute score indicate strong acceleration for these tasks. Software developers building or testing GPU-intensive applications (CUDA, machine learning, graphics programming) will find the 320 tensor cores and 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute valuable. Students and small business users requiring a capable workstation for moderate workloads — office productivity, light 3D modeling, or data analysis — will find the system more than adequate, though the CPU’s low TDP limits sustained heavy computation.

The ECC memory support on the CPU adds reliability for workstation use cases where data integrity is critical. However, the build’s GPU-centric nature means it is less ideal for users whose primary workloads are CPU-bound — heavily threaded compilation, large-scale simulation, or multi-VM hosting — where the 35W TDP will throttle performance.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the CPU’s 60th percentile position will cap frame rates in lighter titles, while the GPU’s 86th percentile has ample headroom. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary driver, and the system delivers excellent frame rates in graphically demanding games. Ray tracing performance is strong thanks to 80 RT cores, and DLSS via 320 tensor cores can boost frame rates further.

Streaming: The GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and high compute throughput handle encoding and rendering simultaneously without significant impact on gaming frame rates. The CPU’s 24 cores provide sufficient background processing for streaming software, though the low TDP may limit sustained multi-threaded workloads during extended broadcasts.

Video editing: The RTX 4080 SUPER’s 219065 OpenCL score and 19822 GPU compute score accelerate timeline rendering, effects, and exports. The 16 GB VRAM handles 4K and 8K footage with room for multiple effects layers. The CPU’s moderate multi-core score of 18472 in R23 provides adequate but not exceptional processing for codec-heavy workflows.

3D rendering: The GPU’s 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 320 tensor cores accelerate both rasterization and ray-traced rendering. The 736.3 GB/s memory bandwidth supports large textures and complex scenes. The CPU’s 24 cores assist with scene preparation and physics, though the 35W TDP limits sustained all-core rendering.

Software development: Compilation tasks benefit from the CPU’s 24 cores and 32 threads, though the low TDP means long builds may throttle. The GPU accelerates shader compilation, CUDA development, and machine learning training. The 16 GB VRAM is sufficient for most local model training, and ECC memory support improves stability for long-running processes.

Student and office work: The system is overpowered for typical productivity tasks like document editing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback if the discrete GPU is unavailable. The 35W CPU TDP keeps idle and light-load power consumption low, making the system efficient for daily office use despite the GPU’s 320W TDP under load.