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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D

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Apex Performer

Top 7% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

4K 60+ FPSVR ReadyRay Tracing

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
87%
VS
GPU
99%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D

25,365 Benchmark Score
Top 13% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D

178,050 Benchmark Score
Top 1% 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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Optimal Performance

Your system is in the top tier. You can run any modern game at maximum settings.

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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 six-core, 96 MB L3 cache gaming processor from AMD’s 5000 series, matched with NVIDIA’s flagship 40-series GPU, the RTX 4090 D. The data shows a desktop build where the GPU operates in an entirely different performance tier than the CPU, yet the specific strengths of the Ryzen 5 5600X3D—namely its large cache—may mitigate the imbalance in certain scenarios. The benchmark scores paint a clear picture of a system capable of immense graphical throughput, but the CPU’s percentile ranking suggests it may be the limiting factor in highly threaded or physics-heavy workloads.

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D is a data center-adjacent consumer card built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, fabricated on a 5 nm process at TSMC. The die is substantial, with 76,300 million transistors packed into a 609 mm² area, yielding a transistor density of 125.3M / mm². The GPU operates at a base clock of 2280 MHz and a boost clock of 2520 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz, translating to 21 Gbps effective. This configuration delivers a memory bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s across a 384-bit bus, which is a critical specification for high-resolution texture streaming and compute tasks.

The memory subsystem is a defining feature: 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit interface. This capacity and bandwidth position the card for 4K gaming and professional rendering workloads where VRAM limits are common. The data shows a pixel rate of 443.5 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 1,149.1 GTexel/s, indicating the rasterization throughput is immense. For compute, the FP32 performance is rated at 73.54 TFLOPS, with FP16 running at the same 73.54 TFLOPS (1:1), a characteristic that suggests the card does not rely on shader-based FP16 acceleration for consumer workloads but still offers balanced compute.

The RT and tensor hardware is equally robust: 114 RT cores and 456 tensor cores. These are dedicated units for ray tracing and AI-accelerated features like DLSS. The benchmark scores reflect this raw power. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the GPU scores 8587, placing it at the 98th percentile of all GPUs. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 278621 and Vulkan score of 246941 further corroborate its top-tier status. The nearest rivals are professional or data center cards: the NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is 2.2% ahead, the A100 SXM4 80 GB is 3.1% ahead, and the RTX 5000 Ada Generation is 3.6% ahead. The deltaPct values are negative for the 4090 D, meaning it trails those cards by those margins. In practical terms, the 4090 D is nearly on par with a professional Blackwell workstation card, but it is slightly behind, which is notable given the consumer focus of the 40-series. The average benchmark score of 178050 places it in the top 2% of all GPUs, confirming that this is a rendering and gaming powerhouse.

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

The combined system percentile is 88, indicating that this build outperforms 88% of all documented configurations. This is driven almost entirely by the GPU’s 98th percentile ranking, while the CPU sits at the 77th percentile. The disparity is stark: the GPU is in the top 2% of all GPUs, while the CPU is in the top 23% of all CPUs. This is a classic high-end GPU pairing with a mid-range CPU, and the data suggests the GPU will dominate the performance narrative.

The CPU’s benchmark scores include a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18603 and a single-core score of 2626. In Geekbench, it achieves 9386 multi-core and 2086 single-core. The avgBenchmarkScore for the CPU is 25365, which is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362 (a 0% delta), the Intel Core i7-11700KF scores 25423 (a -0.2% delta, meaning the 5600X3D is 0.2% slower), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U scores 25432 (a -0.3% delta). The Intel Core i5-13400F scores 25292, with a +0.3% delta, meaning the 5600X3D is 0.3% faster. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, indicating that the 5600X3D sits in a performance cluster where architectural differences are minimal.

The GPU’s avgBenchmarkScore is 178050, and its nearest rivals are all within a 5% delta. The A100 SXM4 40 GB is 4.9% ahead, while the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is only 2.2% ahead. This means the 4090 D is not the absolute fastest GPU on the database, but it is within striking distance of professional-grade accelerators. The combined picture is one of a system that excels at GPU-bound tasks—high-resolution gaming, 3D rendering, and AI inference—while the CPU’s performance is adequate but not exceptional for its class.

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, on a 7 nm TSMC process. The base clock is 3.30 GHz with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and includes ECC support, a feature more common in workstation chips. The TDP is 105 W, and it uses the AMD Socket AM4. The processor is end-of-life, with a launch MSRP of $229.

The defining feature is the cache hierarchy: 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a massive 96 MB of shared L3 cache. This L3 cache is the "3D" part of the name, referring to the stacked cache die that AMD used for this generation. The data does not specify the vCache3d size, but the 96 MB L3 is the key differentiator. This large cache is designed to reduce memory latency, which is critical for gaming performance.

The benchmark scores reflect the cache advantage in single-threaded and gaming-like workloads. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2626 is strong, and the Geekbench single-core score of 2086 is competitive. The PassMark single-thread score of 3187 confirms solid per-core performance. However, the multi-core scores are more modest: Cinebench R23 multi-core is 18603, and PassMark multi-thread is 21888. The PassMark physics score is 2453, which is a gaming physics simulation test, and it shows the CPU’s capability in that specific workload.

The nearest rival data shows the 5600X3D is essentially tied with the Intel Core 5 120 and the Intel Core i7-11700KF. The deltaPct values are all within 0.3%, meaning that for general multi-threaded tasks, these CPUs are interchangeable. The real-world implication is that the 5600X3D is a strong gaming CPU due to its cache, but it does not offer the multi-core throughput of a higher-core-count rival. For workloads like video encoding or software compilation, the 6-core/12-thread configuration will be a bottleneck compared to 8-core or 16-core processors, but it is not a slouch.

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

The balance analysis is straightforward: the GPU is in the 98th percentile, and the CPU is in the 77th percentile. This 21-percentile point gap indicates that the CPU is the limiting factor in most scenarios where the GPU is not fully utilized. In gaming at lower resolutions or with less demanding graphics settings, the CPU will likely be the bottleneck, as the GPU can render frames faster than the CPU can issue draw calls. The 5600X3D’s 96 MB L3 cache helps mitigate this in games that benefit from cache locality, but the single-core performance is not top-tier compared to newer processors.

There is no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all FPS discussion is estimated from the benchmark scores. The dataIsMeasured field is false, meaning the following is an interpretation: the GPU’s 98th percentile score suggests that at 4K resolution, the GPU will be the primary driver of frame rates, and the CPU’s 77th percentile may be sufficient to keep up in most titles. At 1080p, the CPU’s lower percentile will be more evident, potentially limiting maximum FPS in esports titles or CPU-bound games.

The PassMark physics score of 2453 is a specific indicator of CPU performance in physics simulations, which often affect in-game physics and AI. This score is modest, suggesting that in games with heavy physics calculations, the CPU could cause frame rate dips even if the GPU is idle. Conversely, the GPU’s texture rate of 1,149.1 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 443.5 GPixel/s are so high that they will saturate any display output, meaning the GPU will not be the bottleneck until the CPU has delivered the frame data.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this build?

A: The combined system percentile is 88, meaning it outperforms 88% of all documented builds.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival, the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell?

A: The RTX 4090 D has an average benchmark score of 178050, which is 2.2% lower than the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell’s score of 182109.

Q: What is the L3 cache size of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D?

A: The CPU has 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is designed to reduce memory latency.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck in this system?

A: The GPU is in the 98th percentile, while the CPU is in the 77th percentile, indicating the CPU is the limiting factor in most workloads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4090 D?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s across a 384-bit bus.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and the suggested PSU for the GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 105 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 425 W; the suggested PSU for the GPU is 800 W.

Q: What is the process node for the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU is on a 7 nm process, and the GPU is on a 5 nm process, both from TSMC.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize graphical fidelity and high-resolution rendering over multi-threaded CPU tasks. Gamers playing at 4K resolution will benefit the most, as the GPU’s 98th percentile performance ensures high frame rates in demanding titles, while the CPU’s 96 MB L3 cache helps maintain minimum frame rates in games sensitive to cache size. The 24 GB of VRAM is suited for modded games or texture packs that exceed 12 GB or 16 GB capacities.

Content creators working with GPU-accelerated renderers, such as those using CUDA or OptiX, will find the 4090 D’s 456 tensor cores and 73.54 TFLOPS FP32 performance sufficient for 3D rendering and AI-based denoising. Video editors using software that leverages the GPU for encoding or effects will see significant acceleration, though the CPU’s 6-core/12-thread configuration may slow down timeline previews in CPU-bound codecs. Software developers compiling large codebases will find the CPU’s 77th percentile ranking limiting, but the system is still viable for smaller projects or for developers who offload heavy tasks to the GPU.

Students and small business workstations that run office applications, web browsing, and light coding will be vastly over-provisioned, but the system offers headroom for future GPU-demanding tasks. The build is not ideal for users who need high multi-core performance for scientific computing or heavy virtualization, as the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18603 is modest compared to higher-core-count alternatives.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the AMD Socket AM4, which is an end-of-life platform. The Ryzen 5 5600X3D is the last generation of processors for this socket, meaning any upgrade to a newer CPU would require a new motherboard and likely new DDR5 memory, as the 5600X3D supports only DDR4. The memory support is dual-channel DDR4 with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and ECC support. The PCIe interface for the CPU is Gen 4 with 20 lanes, which is sufficient for the GPU’s PCIe 4.0 x16 bus interface.

The GPU uses a 1x 16-pin power connector and has a TDP of 425 W. The suggested PSU is 800 W, which provides headroom for the CPU’s 105 W TDP and other system components. A sensible next upgrade would be to replace the motherboard and CPU with a newer platform that supports DDR5 and PCIe Gen 5, allowing the RTX 4090 D to run at its full potential if future GPUs require more bandwidth. However, given the GPU’s end-of-life status and the CPU’s end-of-life status, the most practical upgrade path is a full platform change rather than incremental component swaps.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build featuring the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 3 processor with a 96 MB L3 cache, and the GPU is a 24 GB GDDR6X Ada Lovelace card. The combined percentile is 88, placing it in the top 12% of all builds. The GPU’s 98th percentile ranking is the standout feature, while the CPU’s 77th percentile is adequate but not exceptional. The build is a high-end gaming and rendering machine with a potential CPU bottleneck in multi-threaded tasks.

Gaming Performance

There are no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the FACT PACK. The dataIsMeasured field is false, so all frame rate figures are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 8587 and its 98th percentile ranking suggest it can handle the most demanding titles at 4K with high settings. The CPU’s single-thread score of 2626 in Cinebench R23 and its 96 MB L3 cache are favorable for gaming, but its 77th percentile ranking implies it may not deliver the highest possible frame rates at 1080p.

In GPU-bound scenarios, such as 4K gaming with ultra settings, the RTX 4090 D is expected to provide high frame rates, likely exceeding 60 FPS in most titles. At 1440p, the GPU will still be the primary driver, but the CPU’s performance will become more relevant. At 1080p, the CPU could limit frame rates in esports titles to a level below what the GPU is capable of, though the exact figures are unknown. The lack of measured FPS data means these are qualitative expectations, not precise numbers.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU’s 98th percentile performance supports high frame rates at 1440p and 4K, but the CPU’s 77th percentile may cap frame rates at 1080p in CPU-bound titles. The 96 MB L3 cache helps with gaming-specific workloads.

Streaming: The GPU’s NVENC encoder (implied by the Ada Lovelace architecture) offloads encoding from the CPU, allowing the 5600X3D to focus on the game. The 24 GB VRAM ensures no memory constraints when running game and encoder simultaneously.

Video editing: GPU-accelerated effects and exports will be extremely fast due to the 73.54 TFLOPS FP32 performance. CPU-based timeline scrubbing may be slower due to the 6-core configuration.

3D rendering: The GPU’s 456 tensor cores and 24 GB VRAM are ideal for GPU rendering engines. The CPU’s multi-core score of 18603 in Cinebench R23 is adequate for scene preparation but not for CPU-based rendering.

Software development: Compilation times will be moderate due to the CPU’s 12 threads, but the system is responsive for code editing, and the GPU can accelerate testing or machine learning workloads.

Student and office work: This build is far more powerful than needed for document editing, web browsing, or spreadsheets. The high TDP and power requirements make it inefficient for such tasks, but it handles them effortlessly.