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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 5560U + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile

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82 Score

Top 18% Ranking

82 / 100

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Top 18% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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72%

GPU

92%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 5 5560U

3,162 Benchmark Score

Top 28% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile

22,729 Benchmark Score

Top 8% Market Ranking

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30-60

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60-85

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90-100

Ultimate

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

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready

70-89

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

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50-69

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

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports

0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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# FAQ

Q: What CPU and GPU are paired in this build?

A: This build pairs the AMD Ryzen 5 5560U mobile processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile GPU. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread part from the 5000 series based on Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne-U), while the GPU is an Ada Lovelace-based part from the GeForce 40-series.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 5 5560U has an average benchmark score of 3162, placing it at the 53rd percentile among all CPUs. Its closest rival, the Intel Xeon E5-2676 v3, scores 3163 (0% delta), while the AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE scores 3160 (0.1% ahead of the 5560U). The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U scores 3159 (0.1% ahead), and the Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4 scores 3154 (0.3% ahead).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking and how does it compare to desktop cards?

A: The RTX 4060 Mobile sits at the 67th percentile among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 22729 is within 0.7% of the desktop RTX 2080 (22895), 0.8% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (22549), 1.3% behind the Intel Arc B580 (23021), and 1.3% ahead of the RTX 5060 Mobile (22435).

Q: What are the key specifications of the Ryzen 5 5560U?

A: The CPU features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. It has a 15 W TDP, uses the AMD Socket FP6, and is built on TSMC's 7 nm process with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. Cache includes 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3.

Q: What memory and PCIe support does the CPU offer?

A: The Ryzen 5 5560U supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 3 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 6.

Q: What are the RTX 4060 Mobile's memory and compute specifications?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth. It features 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, 48 ROPs, 24 RT cores, and 96 tensor cores. The base clock is 1545 MHz with a boost of 1890 MHz. Compute performance is 11.61 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1).

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

A: No, there are no measured FPS rows for this exact combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for this pairing, so all frame rate discussion must be framed as estimates derived from the benchmark scores.

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Benchmark Performance

The combined benchmark picture for this laptop build shows a system at the 60th percentile overall, meaning it outperforms roughly 60% of all tested CPU+GPU pairings. Individually, the CPU sits at the 53rd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU performs at the 67th percentile among all GPUs. This gap suggests the graphics subsystem is the stronger half of the pairing.

Looking at the CPU benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 5560U delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 7667 and a single-core score of 1260. In Cinebench R15, it achieves 1280 multi-core and 202 single-core. Geekbench results show 6922 multi-core and 1642 single-core. The average benchmark score of 3162 places it in a tight cluster with its nearest rivals — the Intel Xeon E5-2676 v3 (3163), AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE (3160), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U (3159), and Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4 (3154). The deltas are all within 0.3%, indicating that this CPU trades blows with a range of server and desktop parts from previous generations.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060 Mobile produces an average benchmark score of 22729. Its Geekbench OpenCL score is 89420, and its Vulkan score is 89569. In Passmark tests, the GPU scores 17469 in G3D, 6816 in GPU compute, and lower scores in older DirectX APIs: 216 in DirectX 9, 157 in DirectX 11, 107 in DirectX 10, and 73 in DirectX 12. The 2D score is 730. The nearest rival comparison is striking: the RTX 4060 Mobile is essentially on par with the desktop RTX 2080 (22895, 0.7% behind), slightly ahead of the RX 7700 XT (22549, 0.8% ahead), and within 1.3% of both the Intel Arc B580 (23021) and the RTX 5060 Mobile (22435).

The combined picture is one of a balanced mid-range laptop platform. The CPU is modest by modern standards — its 53rd percentile ranking reflects a 6-core part that was already mid-range at its 2021 release. The GPU, however, punches well above its mobile-class designation, matching desktop GPUs from just a generation ago. This creates an interesting dynamic: the GPU is clearly the star of the show, while the CPU provides adequate but not exceptional support.

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CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 5 5560U is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 5000 series, built on Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne-U codename. It is manufactured by TSMC on a 7 nm process, packing 10,700 million transistors into a 180 mm² die. The base clock of 2.30 GHz can boost up to 4.00 GHz, which is respectable for a 15 W TDP mobile part. The socket is AMD FP6, and the memory support is DDR4 in dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory support is included, which is unusual for a mobile chip and could appeal to users who need data integrity.

The benchmark results paint a picture of a CPU that performs solidly for its class but is not a standout. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 7667 is reasonable for 6 cores, while the single-core score of 1260 indicates decent per-thread performance. The Geekbench multi-core score of 6922 and single-core score of 1642 follow a similar pattern. The average benchmark score of 3162 places it at the 53rd percentile, which means it sits right in the middle of all CPUs tested.

Comparing to its nearest rivals, the 5560U is essentially tied with the Intel Xeon E5-2676 v3 (3163) — a 12-core server chip from a much older generation — and the AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE (3160), a lower-core-count desktop part. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U (3159) is also within 0.1%, despite having 8 cores. This suggests that the 5560U's 6-core/12-thread configuration hits a sweet spot for its power envelope, but it cannot leverage additional cores that rivals might have.

For real workloads, the data implies that the 5560U is well-suited for everyday multitasking, office productivity, and light content creation. The single-core performance of 1260 in Cinebench R23 and 1642 in Geekbench suggests responsive application launches and smooth web browsing. The multi-core scores indicate that video encoding, photo batch processing, and moderate compile tasks will complete in reasonable time, though users with heavy rendering workloads will likely feel the CPU's limits. The 8 MB shared L3 cache is modest, which could impact workloads that rely on large working sets.

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Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a notable imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The CPU sits at the 53rd percentile, while the GPU ranks at the 67th percentile. This 14-point gap suggests that the GPU has more headroom relative to its peers than the CPU does. In practical terms, the CPU is likely to become the limiting factor in GPU-intensive workloads such as gaming at high frame rates or GPU-accelerated rendering.

However, the picture is nuanced. The CPU's average benchmark score of 3162 and the GPU's 22729 are not directly comparable, but the percentile positions tell the story of relative standing. For gaming, the GPU's 67th percentile means it can push high frame rates at 1080p and likely 1440p in many titles, but the CPU's 53rd percentile may struggle to feed the GPU in CPU-bound scenarios like esports titles at low settings where frame rates exceed 200 FPS. The CPU's 6 cores and 4.00 GHz boost clock are adequate, but they are not in the top tier for single-threaded performance.

The FPS scaling evidence, while not measured for this exact pairing, can be inferred from the component benchmarks. The GPU's closest rival is the desktop RTX 2080 (0.7% difference), which is known to be a strong 1440p performer. The CPU's rivals include server and desktop parts that span a wide range of capabilities, but the 5560U's scores are consistent with a chip that can maintain 60+ FPS in most games, though it may dip in heavily threaded titles. The 15 W TDP of the CPU and the 115 W TDP of the GPU mean that thermal and power constraints could further influence which component becomes the bottleneck in a laptop chassis.

The balance is best described as GPU-favored. The RTX 4060 Mobile is the more capable component relative to its peers, and it will be the primary driver of performance in graphics-intensive workloads. The CPU is sufficient for most tasks but will cap performance in scenarios that demand high single-thread throughput or more than 6 cores.

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Gaming Performance

There are no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate figures presented here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The dataIsMeasured flag is false for this pairing, and the measuredFpsUltraByGame object is empty. Therefore, the following should be treated as analytical projections, not verified results.

Based on the GPU's average benchmark score of 22729 and its proximity to the desktop RTX 2080 (0.7% difference), the RTX 4060 Mobile is expected to deliver strong 1080p ultra settings performance in most modern titles. The 67th percentile ranking suggests that it can handle high-refresh gaming at 1080p, with frame rates likely exceeding 100 FPS in less demanding titles. At 1440p, the GPU should still provide playable frame rates above 60 FPS in many games, though ultra settings may push it to its limits. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for 1080p and 1440p textures, but may be a constraint at higher resolutions or with heavy texture mods.

The CPU's role in gaming is harder to estimate. With a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1260 and a multi-core score of 7667, the 5560U is likely to support 60-100 FPS gameplay in most titles, but it may bottleneck in CPU-intensive games or at very high frame rates. The 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for modern game engines, which typically utilize 4-8 threads, but the 4.00 GHz boost clock is not exceptional. In esports titles like Counter-Strike or Valorant, where frame rates can exceed 200 FPS, the CPU may prevent the GPU from reaching its full potential.

The combined estimate is that this laptop will handle 1080p ultra gaming well, with 1440p being a viable option at high settings. Users seeking 4K gaming or maximum frame rates in competitive titles will likely find the CPU and GPU limits showing.

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Who Should Build It

This laptop build targets users who want a strong GPU for gaming and creative work without the need for top-tier CPU performance. The RTX 4060 Mobile's 67th percentile ranking makes it suitable for gamers at 1080p and 1440p resolutions who want high or ultra settings in modern titles. The GPU's 11.61 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 24 RT cores also make it a capable choice for entry-level 3D rendering and ray-traced workloads.

Content creators who work primarily with GPU-accelerated applications will find value here. The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 89420 and Passmark GPU compute score of 6816 indicate strong performance for video encoding, image processing, and machine learning inference. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for light video editing and photo batch processing, though heavy multi-core workloads will show its 53rd percentile limits.

Students and small business workstation users will appreciate the balance of portability and performance. The 15 W CPU TDP means efficient battery life for office tasks, while the GPU accelerates tasks like CAD, 3D modeling, and data visualization. The ECC memory support on the CPU is a bonus for users who require data integrity. However, software developers who compile large codebases or researchers who run CPU-bound simulations may find the 6-core CPU limiting.

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Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4060 Mobile's 67th percentile and proximity to the desktop RTX 2080 (0.7% difference) suggest it can drive 1080p displays at high refresh rates, likely exceeding 100 FPS in many titles. The CPU's 4.00 GHz boost clock helps, but the 53rd percentile ranking means it may cap frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios.

Streaming: The GPU's NVENC encoder (implied by Ada Lovelace architecture) and 11.61 TFLOPS compute should handle 1080p streaming while gaming. The 6-core CPU can manage encoding overhead, but the 8 MB L3 cache and modest multi-core score (7667 in Cinebench R23) may require using the GPU encoder for best results.

Video editing: The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 89420 and 8 GB GDDR6 memory accelerate timeline rendering and effects. The CPU's 12 threads handle proxy generation and export, though the 180 mm² die and 7 nm process suggest efficient operation. Expect smooth 1080p editing and reasonable 4K performance with proxies.

3D rendering: The GPU's 3072 shading units, 24 RT cores, and 11.61 TFLOPS FP32 provide solid performance for GPU-based renderers. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 7667 means CPU-only rendering will be slower, but hybrid workflows will benefit from the balance.

Software development: The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads with a 4.00 GHz boost clock handle compilation and IDE tasks adequately. The 53rd percentile ranking indicates it is mid-pack, so large builds will take longer. ECC memory support is a plus for long-running test suites.

Student and office work: The 15 W TDP CPU and integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics (for light tasks) make this laptop efficient for everyday productivity. The GPU is overkill for this scenario, but it future-proofs the system for occasional creative work or light gaming.

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Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 5 5560U uses the AMD Socket FP6, which is a mobile-specific socket. This means the CPU is typically soldered to the motherboard, so a CPU upgrade is not feasible in most laptops. The memory support is DDR4 in dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and ECC is supported. Upgrading RAM from lower to higher capacity or speed is possible if the laptop has accessible SODIMM slots, but the 51.2 GB/s bandwidth is the platform limit.

The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface, which is faster than the CPU's PCIe Gen 3 with 8 lanes. This mismatch means the GPU may not achieve full bandwidth in some workloads, though the practical impact on gaming is usually minimal. The GPU is also a mobile part, so it is not upgradeable. The 115 W TDP of the GPU and 15 W TDP of the CPU suggest that the laptop's power delivery and cooling are designed for a specific thermal envelope.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be increasing memory capacity to 32 GB if the laptop supports it, as the 8 GB GPU memory and 6-core CPU can be supplemented by more system RAM for multitasking. Storage upgrades to faster NVMe drives are also possible, as the PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU can support modern SSDs. However, users should consider that the platform is locked to its original CPU and GPU, so the upgrade path is limited to peripheral components.

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Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build (buildClass is "laptop") that pairs the AMD Ryzen 5 5560U with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile. The combined percentile is 60, meaning this system performs better than 60% of tested CPU+GPU pairings. This places it in the upper-mid range of laptop configurations, with the GPU being the stronger component at the 67th percentile versus the CPU's 53rd percentile.

The pairing represents a deliberate choice to prioritize graphics performance. The RTX 4060 Mobile is an Ada Lovelace part with 8 GB GDDR6, 3072 shading units, and 24 RT cores, making it a capable 1080p and 1440p gaming and creative GPU. The Ryzen 5 5560U is a 6-core Zen 3 part with 12 threads, a 4.00 GHz boost clock, and a 15 W TDP, providing efficient but not exceptional CPU performance. The overall tier is solidly mid-range, suitable for gamers and creative users who want a single laptop for both work and play.

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GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile is based on the AD107 chip using Ada Lovelace architecture, manufactured by TSMC on a 5 nm process. It packs 18,900 million transistors into a 159 mm² die, giving a transistor density of 118.9M per mm². The GPU has 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, along with 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores. The base clock is 1545 MHz with a boost clock of 1890 MHz, and the memory runs at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

The benchmark results are strong for a mobile GPU. The average benchmark score of 22729 places it at the 67th percentile, and it is within 1.3% of several desktop GPUs including the RTX 2080 (22895, 0.7% behind), RX 7700 XT (22549, 0.8% ahead), and Intel Arc B580 (23021, 1.3% behind). The Geekbench OpenCL score of 89420 and Vulkan score of 89569 indicate excellent compute performance. The Passmark G3D score of 17469 confirms its gaming capability, while the G2D score of 730 shows moderate 2D performance.

The GPU's pixel rate is 90.72 GPixel/s and texture rate is 181.4 GTexel/s, which translate to strong fill rates for high-resolution textures. The FP32 compute of 11.61 TFLOPS (with 1:1 FP16) supports both gaming and compute workloads. The 24 RT cores enable hardware ray tracing, and the 96 tensor cores accelerate DLSS and AI workloads. The 115 W TDP is typical for a mobile GPU, and the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface provides adequate bandwidth. The DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4 API support ensure compatibility with modern titles and applications.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 5560U + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile

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Market Position

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Microsoft Flight Simulator

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