Core i5-13400F + RTX 2070 Super: bottleneck check
GPU-limited at 1440p. GPU-bound (normal).
The RTX 2070 Super is the part working hardest at 1440p, which is what you want. The Core i5-13400F keeps about 21% in reserve.
By resolution
| Resolution | Limiting part | Severity | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | GPU | 14% | balanced |
| 1440p | GPU | 21% | GPU-bound (normal) |
| 4K | GPU | 39% | GPU-bound (normal) |
The RTX 2070 Super is the limiting part at every resolution, which is the healthy direction, and the gap is small enough that neither part is wasted. Upgrade the GPU first when you want more frames.
Specifications
| Cores / threads | 10 / 16 |
|---|---|
| Max boost | 4.6 GHz |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Maximum turbo power (MTP) | 148 W Intel's published maximum sustained turbo power, above its base power; the PSU estimate uses it, so it errs high · Intel ARK |
| Released | 2023 |
| Gaming index | 70 / 100 |
| Multi-core index | 58 / 100 |
| VRAM | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Board power | 215 W |
| Released | 2019 |
| 1080p index | 30.8 / 100 |
| 1440p index | 25 / 100 |
| 4K index | 20.3 / 100 |
Power supply
The RTX 2070 Super measured 211 W average while gaming (220 W peak, TechPowerUp). With the Core i5-13400F at its maximum turbo power of 148 W and about 75 W for the rest of the system, the sustained load is about 434 W. A 650 W unit is the safe choice. Details on the RTX 2070 Super PSU page or try other pairs in the PSU calculator.
Upgrade paths
CPUs that remove the bottleneck
LGA1700Cards that use the Core i5-13400F fully
Best CPU for the RTX 2070 Super Best GPU for the Core i5-13400F RTX 2070 Super PSU requirements
Same CPU, other cards
AllSame card, other CPUs
AllIndexes are relative estimates aggregated from published reviews; real results vary by game, settings, memory speed and drivers. Methodology.