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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

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Top 9% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
85%
VS
GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 5 5600G

21,088 Benchmark Score
Top 15% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

60,347 Benchmark Score
Top 3% 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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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

This pairing is a study in extremes: a 65W, six-core APU from AMD’s 5000 series mated with NVIDIA’s flagship Ada Lovelace GPU. The data shows a system where the CPU is the definitive bottleneck at lower resolutions, while the GPU’s raw power dominates at 4K. The combined percentile of 81 and an average FPS across all tested games of 195.5 at 1080p indicate a machine that is exceptionally fast, but the benchmark results clearly show that the Ryzen 5 5600G leaves a significant amount of the RTX 4090’s performance untapped.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a stark imbalance in this configuration. The CPU’s performance ceiling is the primary limiting factor in most gaming scenarios, particularly at 1080p and 1440p. The Ryzen 5 5600G, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, achieves a 3DMark single-thread score of 872 and a multi-thread score of 5455. In contrast, the RTX 4090 is a compute monster, with an OpenCL score of 255416. When a CPU cannot feed data to the GPU fast enough, frame rates plateau regardless of the GPU’s capability.

This bottleneck is most evident in the FPS scaling across resolutions. For example, in Cyberpunk 2077, the system delivers 82 FPS at 1080p, 73.1 FPS at 1440p, and 53.2 FPS at 4K. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is only 28.8 FPS, which is relatively small. This suggests that even at 1080p, the CPU is holding the system back; otherwise, the GPU would be able to push much higher frame rates. A more balanced system would show a much larger gap between 1080p and 4K performance, as the GPU would be the limiting factor at the higher resolution.

The trend continues in Call of Duty: Warzone, where the system hits 126.6 FPS at 1080p and only drops to 107.7 FPS at 1440p. This mere 19 FPS difference indicates that the CPU is the primary constraint in both scenarios, as the RTX 4090 is capable of far more at 1440p. Even in a heavily CPU-bound title like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, where the system achieves 791.8 FPS at 1080p, the scaling to 544.8 FPS at 1440p and 325.6 FPS at 4K shows that while the CPU is strong enough for esports, it still limits the overall headroom the GPU could theoretically provide.

The CPU’s bottleneck is not a constant; it varies with the game’s engine and thread utilization. In Ark: Survival Ascended, a notoriously demanding title, the system only manages 52.1 FPS at 1080p and 34.2 FPS at 1440p, with a sharp drop to 14.8 FPS at 4K. This indicates that the game is so demanding that both the CPU and GPU are heavily taxed, but the 1080p result is still below what a top-tier GPU should achieve, reinforcing the CPU’s limiting role. The data shows that the RTX 4090 is waiting on the Ryzen 5 5600G in most gaming workloads.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data from the FACT PACK provides a comprehensive look at this pairing’s gaming capabilities. At 1920x1080, the system is capable of extremely high frame rates in competitive and lighter titles. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive leads the pack with 791.8 FPS, followed by Roblox at 463.5 FPS and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege X at 426.4 FPS. These numbers show that for esports and less demanding games, the combination is more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate monitors.

However, the CPU bottleneck becomes apparent in AAA titles. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 82 FPS at 1080p, and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 98.4 FPS. While these are playable, they are not the 150+ FPS numbers one would expect from an RTX 4090 in these titles at 1080p. The system’s performance in The Medium is particularly telling, with only 75.5 FPS at 1080p and 49.6 FPS at 4K, suggesting the CPU is severely limiting the GPU’s potential.

Moving to 2560x1440, the bottleneck remains but is slightly less pronounced. Assetto Corsa reaches 150.9 FPS, and Call of Duty: Warzone maintains a solid 107.7 FPS. The 4K (3840x2160) results are where the RTX 4090’s power starts to show, as the GPU becomes more of a limiting factor. Cyberpunk 2077 manages 53.2 FPS at 4K, and Call of Duty: Warzone achieves 95.2 FPS. The system’s average FPS across all games at 1080p is 195.5, which is high, but the data shows that this average is inflated by the excellent performance in lighter titles. For a true flagship experience, the CPU must be upgraded to remove the bottleneck.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 7nm Cezanne-based processor built on the Zen 3 architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The processor has a 65W TDP, making it a highly efficient part. Its cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 16 MB L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 memory on a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

In terms of raw compute, the Ryzen 5 5600G scores 1409 points in Cinebench R23 single-core and 10551 points in multi-core. These scores place it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21088. This places it in close competition with the Intel Core i3-1220P, which scores 21066 (a 0.1% difference), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U, which scores 21133 (a -0.2% difference). The data shows it is a mid-range processor that is competitive with other six-core parts.

For real-world workloads, the 5600G’s performance is a mixed bag. The Passmark multi-thread score of 19717 and the Geekbench multi-core score of 8428 indicate that it can handle multi-threaded tasks like video editing and 3D rendering, but it is not a top-tier creator CPU. Its Passmark integer math score of 67344 and floating-point math score of 37830 show it has solid compute capabilities, but its single-thread performance, as evidenced by the 3DMark single-thread score of 872 and Passmark single-thread score of 3177, is where it falls behind more modern parts. In gaming, this means it can handle most titles, but it will struggle to maintain high frame rates in CPU-intensive simulations or when paired with a GPU as powerful as the RTX 4090.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile for this desktop build is 81, indicating it outperforms 81% of all tested system configurations.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G has an average benchmark score of 21088, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i3-1220P’s score of 21066.

Q: What is the average FPS across all tested games at 1080p?

A: The data shows an average FPS across all games at 1920x1080 is 195.5.

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

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G includes integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics, making it an APU.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile position among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 4090 is in the 88th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 60347.

Q: Is the system’s FPS data measured or estimated?

A: The data is measured, as indicated by the `dataIsMeasured` field being true in the fact pack.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark scores for this pairing highlight a significant disparity. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 21088, placing it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. This is a respectable score, but it is not exceptional. The GPU, on the other hand, has an average benchmark score of 60347, placing it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. This is a top-tier score.

In specific tests, the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 10551, and its Geekbench multi-core score is 8428. The GPU’s Geekbench OpenCL score is 255416, and its Vulkan score is 271631. These numbers show that the GPU’s compute capability is orders of magnitude higher than the CPU’s. For example, the GPU’s Passmark G3D score is 38194, which is nearly double the CPU’s entire average benchmark score of 21088.

The combined picture is one of a system where the GPU is the dominant component. The RTX 4090 is a flagship part, while the Ryzen 5 5600G is a mid-range APU. This is reflected in their respective percentiles: 88 vs 74. The system’s combined percentile of 81 is pulled down by the CPU, which cannot match the GPU’s performance. In a pairing where both components were of similar tier, the combined percentile would be higher. The data clearly shows that the CPU is the weak link in this configuration.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is a behemoth of a graphics card, built on the 5nm Ada Lovelace architecture. It features the AD102 chip with 76,300 million transistors on a 609 mm² die. The GPU has 16384 shading units, 512 TMUs, and 176 ROPs. It is equipped with 128 RT cores and 512 Tensor cores, making it exceptionally powerful for real-time ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads.

The card’s memory subsystem is equally impressive. It has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. This is more than enough for high-resolution textures and complex scenes. The GPU’s clocks are a base of 2235 MHz and a boost of 2520 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). This hardware allows for a peak FP32 performance of 82.58 TFLOPS, which is a staggering number for a consumer card.

In benchmark tests, the RTX 4090 achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 9223 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 271631. Its Passmark G3D score is 38194, and its GPU compute score is 26613. These scores confirm its dominance in all forms of rendering, from rasterization to ray tracing. The GPU’s 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth also makes it ideal for 4K and 8K gaming, as well as professional applications like video editing and 3D rendering. However, in this specific build, the CPU’s limitations prevent the GPU from reaching its full potential in many gaming scenarios.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets a very specific user: someone who wants the ultimate GPU performance but is constrained by a CPU that is several generations old. The data shows that at 4K, the system is capable of delivering playable frame rates in most AAA titles. For example, Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 53.2 FPS, and Call of Duty: Warzone at 95.2 FPS. Gamers with a 4K display will benefit most from this pairing, as the GPU becomes the primary driver of performance.

Content creators who rely on GPU-accelerated rendering will also find this build compelling. The RTX 4090’s 82.58 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 24 GB of VRAM make it a powerhouse for video editing, 3D rendering, and AI workloads. The CPU will be less of a bottleneck in these tasks, especially if the workload is GPU-bound. However, creators who work with CPU-heavy tasks like code compilation or physics simulations will find the Ryzen 5 5600G limiting.

For developers and researchers, the RTX 4090’s 512 Tensor cores provide a massive boost for machine learning and data processing tasks. The GPU’s performance in compute benchmarks, such as its Passmark GPU compute score of 26613, indicates it can handle complex calculations. This build is not for budget-conscious users or those building a general-purpose workstation. It is for a niche user who prioritizes GPU performance above all else and is willing to accept the CPU bottleneck. Students and small business owners looking for a balanced machine should look elsewhere.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is built on the AM4 socket, which is a mature platform. It supports DDR4 memory on a dual-channel bus, which is a limitation compared to newer platforms that support DDR5. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, which is a significant bottleneck for the RTX 4090, a PCIe 4.0 x16 card. This means the GPU is running at reduced bandwidth, which can impact performance in certain workloads that are sensitive to PCIe bandwidth.

The RTX 4090 itself has a TDP of 450 W and requires a suggested PSU of 850 W. The system’s power draw is significant, and the 65W TDP of the CPU does little to offset the GPU’s demands. The GPU is a triple-slot card, requiring a large case with good airflow. It uses a single 16-pin power connector.

A sensible next upgrade would be to replace the Ryzen 5 5600G with a more powerful AM4 CPU, such as a Ryzen 5000 series part with more cores and higher clocks. This would help alleviate the CPU bottleneck and allow the RTX 4090 to perform closer to its potential. However, even with a better CPU, the platform’s PCIe Gen 3 limitation would remain. A more comprehensive upgrade would involve moving to a newer platform with PCIe Gen 4 or Gen 5 support and DDR5 memory. The data shows that the current CPU is the primary constraint, so any upgrade path should focus on that first.

Build Overview

This build is a desktop-class system that pairs the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread APU from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture. The GPU is NVIDIA’s flagship Ada Lovelace card, featuring 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and a massive 16384 shading units.

The overall tier of this build, based on its 81st combined percentile, is high. It is a system that can play any game and handle any GPU-accelerated workload. However, the data shows that it is an unbalanced pairing. The CPU is in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. This means the CPU is holding back the GPU’s performance in many scenarios, particularly at lower resolutions.

In summary, this is a system for a user who wants the best GPU available and is building a system around it, rather than a balanced build. It is a powerful machine that will deliver exceptional performance in GPU-bound tasks and at 4K resolution, but it is not the optimal pairing for maximum frame rates at 1080p or 1440p. The RTX 4090’s 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth and 82.58 TFLOPS of compute power are the stars of the show, but the Ryzen 5 5600G’s 16 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth limit its ability to feed the GPU with data.