Intel Core i5-13600KF + NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super Bottleneck Analysis
The NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super is the limiting component with the Intel Core i5-13600KF (roughly 29-41% at 1440p) - that is the healthy direction for gaming, and the CPU has headroom for a future GPU upgrade.
Balance across resolutions
1080p
GPU 18-29%
1440p
GPU 29-41%
4K
GPU 41-50%
Benchmark data updated July 2026 · prices sync daily from retail feeds · how we score
Component scores below are out of 100 on our gaming-performance scale, weighted by how much each resolution leans on the CPU vs the GPU - the closer the two weighted scores, the more balanced the pairing.
1080p (Full HD)
Moderate GPU Bottleneck (18-29%)Limiting factor at this resolution
Estimated AAA Game FPS
Based on gaming scores. Actual FPS varies by title.perfperformance
101
FPS
balancedbalanced
79
FPS
ultraultra
60
FPS
At 1080p (Full HD), the NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super will hold back the Intel Core i5-13600KF by roughly 18-29% depending on the game. Even though these settings lean more on the CPU, your graphics card is still the weaker link in this pairing. Upgrading your GPU would provide the biggest performance improvement at this resolution.
1440p (Quad HD)
Significant GPU Bottleneck (29-41%)Limiting factor at this resolution
Estimated AAA Game FPS
Based on gaming scores. Actual FPS varies by title.perfperformance
79
FPS
balancedbalanced
58
FPS
ultraultra
40
FPS
At 1440p (Quad HD), the NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super will hold back the Intel Core i5-13600KF by roughly 29-41% depending on the game. At 1440p the GPU carries most of the workload, and your graphics card is the limiting factor. Upgrading your GPU would provide the biggest performance improvement at this resolution.
4K (Ultra HD)
Significant GPU Bottleneck (41-50%)Limiting factor at this resolution
Estimated AAA Game FPS
Based on gaming scores. Actual FPS varies by title.perfperformance
50
FPS
balancedbalanced
35
FPS
ultraultra
25
FPS
At 4K (Ultra HD), the NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super will hold back the Intel Core i5-13600KF by roughly 41-50% depending on the game. At 4K the GPU carries most of the workload, and your graphics card is the limiting factor. Upgrading your GPU would provide the biggest performance improvement at this resolution.
Will it run the games you play?
Pick your games for an estimated FPS at 1440p, high settings.
Valorant
318-430FPS
High-refresh
Counter-Strike 2
245-331FPS
High-refresh
Fortnite
Balanced settings, no Lumen
137-185FPS
High-refresh
Marvel Rivals
133-179FPS
High-refresh
Call of Duty: Warzone
73-99FPS
Smooth
These are estimates, not benchmarks. Your actual frame rate depends on your exact settings, resolution scaling, drivers, and the scene on screen - treat these as a realistic ballpark at high settings, not a guarantee. Lower settings or upscaling (DLSS/FSR) push them higher; maxed-out ray tracing pushes them lower.
Intel Core i5-13600KF + NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super
We do not recommend buying every part in this pairing today - the ones worth buying link out to retailers, and the rest point to current alternatives instead:
GPU · Score 48/100
NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super
8GB VRAM · 215W TDP · used / remaining stock
The NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super is discontinued - its price is an estimate of the used / remaining-stock market, not current new-retail.
Recommended Upgrades
Cost per frame uses today's prices and the estimated AAA FPS gain at 1440p - lower is better value.
★ Best Value · GPU Upgrade · +~36 FPS · ~$13/frame
NVIDIA RTX 3080 TiScore: 78/100 · 12GB VRAM · 350W TDP
Specs Comparison
| Spec | Intel Core i5-13600KF | NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming Score | 87/100 | 48/100 |
| Benchmark Score | 80 | 44 |
| TDP | 181W | 215W |
| Price | $300 | Not recommended |
| Socket / VRAM | LGA1700 | 8GB |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Intel Core i5-13600KF a bottleneck for the NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super?
The NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super is the limiting factor at 1440p (a bottleneck of roughly 29-41% depending on the game). The Intel Core i5-13600KF has more headroom than the GPU can use.
What resolution is best for the Intel Core i5-13600KF + NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super?
The Intel Core i5-13600KF and NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super are most balanced at 1080p with only a 23% bottleneck. At 1080p, bottleneck is 23%. At 1440p, it's 35%. At 4K, it's 47%.
Should I upgrade from the Intel Core i5-13600KF or NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super?
Upgrade the GPU. The NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super is the bottleneck. A faster GPU will give you the biggest performance improvement.
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