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AMD Ryzen 5 8400F

25,005 Benchmark Score

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AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE

32,456 Benchmark Score

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The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE form a desktop pairing that lands in the 77th percentile of all combined CPU and GPU configurations. The data for this exact combination lacks any measured frame rate results, so all FPS discussions are estimated from the individual benchmark scores of the two components rather than direct testing.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for the Ryzen 5 8400F with the RX 7900 GRE is 77, placing it above the majority of all possible configurations in the benchmark database.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 8400F compare to its closest rival, the Ryzen 5 7500F?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25005, which is 0.2% higher than the Ryzen 5 7500F's average score of 24964. This makes the two processors effectively neck-and-neck in overall performance.

Q: What is the VRAM capacity and memory bandwidth of the RX 7900 GRE?

A: The RX 7900 GRE features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 576.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The memory clock is 2250 MHz, with 18 Gbps effective speed.

Q: What is the CPU's core and thread configuration?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, based on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename. It runs on a 4 nm process from TSMC with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: Does the RX 7900 GRE support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RX 7900 GRE is equipped with 80 ray tracing cores, along with 5120 shading units. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6.

Q: What power supply is suggested for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU for the RX 7900 GRE is 600 W. The GPU itself has a TDP of 260 W and uses dual 8-pin power connectors.

Q: What memory type does the Ryzen 5 8400F support?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, offering 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. It does not support ECC memory.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 5 8400F and RX 7900 GRE each hold a 77th percentile ranking among their respective component categories, and their combined configuration also sits at the 77th percentile. The CPU's average benchmark score of 25005 places it within a tight cluster of rivals: it is 0.2% ahead of the Ryzen 5 7500F (24964), 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i7-11850H (24935), and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13620H (24911). The only rival ahead is the AMD EPYC 9474F at 25103, which the 8400F trails by 0.4%.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 32456 similarly sits in a close pack. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD FirePro S10000 (32388) and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 570X (32176). Two rivals edge it out: the AMD FirePro S9300 X2 (32540) by 0.3% and the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME (32601) by 0.4%. This clustering suggests that both components are well-matched in their respective tiers, delivering consistent mid-to-high-range performance without dramatic outliers.

Looking at the CPU's specific benchmark results, the multi-threaded performance shows a clear scaling pattern. The 3DMark score rises from 1874 with 2 threads to 3563 with 4 threads, then to 5275 with 8 threads, and peaks at 6165 with maximum threads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20851 confirms strong multi-threaded capability, while the single-core score of 2943 indicates solid per-thread efficiency. The PassMark multithread score of 24389 and single-thread score of 3685 reinforce this balance.

The GPU's benchmark scores demonstrate its compute and graphics strengths. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 175758 and Vulkan score of 99850 show robust general-purpose compute performance. In PassMark tests, the G3D score of 27089 stands out as the primary graphics performance indicator, while the GPU compute score of 15016 covers computational workloads. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4814 provides a modern DirectX 12 gaming metric.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a well-balanced pairing where neither component dramatically overshadows the other. The CPU's 77th percentile and the GPU's 77th percentile align perfectly, suggesting that in most workloads, both components will reach their performance limits at similar times. This balance is unusual and beneficial, as it minimizes the wasted potential that occurs when one component is significantly stronger than the other.

Examining the CPU's thread scaling, the jump from 2 threads (1874) to 4 threads (3563) represents an 90% increase, while the jump from 4 to 8 threads (5275) is a 48% gain. The final step from 8 threads to maximum threads (6165) is only a 17% improvement, indicating that the 6-core, 12-thread configuration reaches diminishing returns beyond 8 threads. For gaming, this means the CPU can handle modern titles that use 6-8 threads effectively, but games that heavily utilize 12+ threads may see the GPU waiting on the CPU.

The GPU's raw specifications suggest it will be the limiting factor in GPU-bound scenarios. With 45.98 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and a pixel rate of 359.2 GPixel/s, the RX 7900 GRE is capable of high-resolution rendering. However, the CPU's single-thread score of 951 in 3DMark and 2943 in Cinebench R23 indicate that at lower resolutions where frame rates climb higher, the CPU's per-thread performance could constrain overall FPS. The 4.70 GHz boost clock helps mitigate this, but the architecture is not a top-tier single-thread performer.

In compute-heavy workloads like 3D rendering or video encoding, the balance shifts toward the GPU. The RX 7900 GRE's FP16 performance of 91.96 TFLOPS and 15016 PassMark GPU compute score demonstrate substantial parallel processing capability. Meanwhile, the CPU's PassMark integer math score of 74021 and floating point math score of 46217 show respectable but not exceptional processing power. The data suggests that for pure compute tasks, the GPU will be the primary workhorse, while the CPU handles orchestration and single-threaded tasks.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS results exist for this exact CPU-GPU combination in the FACT PACK, so all gaming performance figures are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 27089 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4814 indicate strong DirectX 12 gaming capability, while the CPU's 3DMark scores show it can feed the GPU adequately in most scenarios.

For 1080p gaming, the combination should deliver high frame rates in esports and less demanding titles, given the CPU's single-thread score of 3685 in PassMark and the GPU's high pixel rate of 359.2 GPixel/s. The 6-core, 12-thread CPU with a 4.70 GHz boost clock provides enough headroom for modern game engines that scale across multiple threads.

At 1440p, the GPU becomes the more significant factor, and its 16 GB VRAM with 576.0 GB/s bandwidth provides ample memory for high-resolution textures. The FP32 throughput of 45.98 TFLOPS suggests strong rasterization performance, though the 80 ray tracing cores indicate that ray-traced workloads will be more modest. The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support enables hardware-accelerated ray tracing and mesh shaders, but the performance level will depend on the specific game implementation.

For 4K gaming, the data implies playable frame rates in many titles but not maximum refresh rates. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 576.0 GB/s is sufficient for high-resolution textures, and the 16 GB VRAM capacity prevents memory overflow in most current titles. However, the CPU's performance at extreme resolutions becomes less relevant, as the GPU will almost certainly be the bottleneck. The texture rate of 718.4 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 359.2 GPixel/s provide the raw throughput needed for 4K rendering.

Who Should Build It

The 77th percentile ranking for both CPU and GPU makes this pairing suitable for gamers targeting 1440p high-refresh-rate displays or 4K at more conservative settings. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 576.0 GB/s bandwidth handle high-resolution textures without compromise, while the CPU's 12 threads and 4.70 GHz boost clock prevent bottlenecking in most gaming scenarios.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will find the GPU's compute capabilities valuable. The 15016 PassMark GPU compute score and 91.96 TFLOPS FP16 performance accelerate rendering tasks, while the CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20851 handles timeline operations and encoding workflows. The combination supports simultaneous gaming and streaming, as the CPU has enough headroom for encoding while the GPU focuses on rendering frames.

Software developers benefit from the CPU's balanced multi-threaded performance, with PassMark data compression score of 288158 and encryption score of 16646 indicating solid compilation and cryptographic workload handling. The 12 threads allow for parallel builds, and the single-thread performance of 3685 ensures responsive IDE interactions. Students and small business users get a system that handles office productivity, web browsing, and light content creation without stuttering, though the GPU is overkill for basic tasks.

GPU Analysis

The RX 7900 GRE is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 31 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It contains 57,700 million transistors on a 529 mm² die, with a transistor density of 109.1M per mm². The GPU operates with a base clock of 1287 MHz, a game clock of 1880 MHz, and a boost clock of 2245 MHz.

The 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth, clocked at 2250 MHz with 18 Gbps effective speed. This memory configuration supports high-resolution gaming and large compute workloads without capacity constraints. The 5120 shading units, 320 TMUs, and 160 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 359.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 718.4 GTexel/s.

For compute performance, the GPU achieves 45.98 TFLOPS FP32 and 91.96 TFLOPS FP16 with a 2:1 ratio. The 80 ray tracing cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though the architecture relies on compute units for this task rather than dedicated tensor cores. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 175758 and Vulkan score of 99850 demonstrate strong general-purpose compute capability, while the PassMark G3D score of 27089 indicates solid traditional graphics performance.

The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, ensuring compatibility with current and upcoming game APIs. The bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x16, and display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1a, 2x DisplayPort 2.1, and 1x USB Type-C. The dual-slot cooler requires 2x 8-pin power connectors, with a suggested PSU of 600 W.

CPU Analysis

The Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC, containing 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The base clock is 4.20 GHz with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, and the TDP is 65 W.

The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3 cache. Memory support is limited to DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, providing 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The CPU does not support ECC memory, and there is no integrated graphics. PCIe support is Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU.

Benchmark results show strong single-thread performance with a 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2943. Multi-threaded performance scales well, with PassMark multithread score of 24389 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20851. The PassMark single-thread score of 3685 confirms that per-core efficiency is competitive.

The 65 W TDP makes this an efficient processor for its performance level, and the unlocked multiplier allows for overclocking. The socket is AMD Socket AM5, which provides a modern platform with DDR5 support. The CPU was released on 2024-03-31 with a launch MSRP of $170, positioned as an accessible entry point into the AM5 ecosystem.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The AMD Socket AM5 platform provides a clear upgrade path for the Ryzen 5 8400F. The socket supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and the CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes. The system uses PCIe 4.0 for both the GPU and storage, which is current but not state-of-the-art compared to newer Gen 5 platforms.

The RX 7900 GRE uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which matches the CPU's PCIe Gen 4 support. The GPU's 260 W TDP with a suggested 600 W PSU leaves headroom for additional components, though the dual 8-pin power connectors require a PSU with sufficient connectors. The GPU dimensions of 276 mm length, 110 mm height, and 51 mm width require a case with adequate clearance.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count CPU on the same AM5 socket, as the platform supports newer Zen 4 and potentially future architectures. The 65 W TDP of the current CPU means the motherboard's VRM capacity is unlikely to be a limiting factor. The GPU upgrade path is less certain, as the RX 7900 GRE already sits at the 77th percentile, and future GPU upgrades would require checking PSU capacity and case dimensions.

Build Overview

This build pairs the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE in a desktop configuration. Both components are from AMD, creating a cohesive ecosystem. The CPU is from the 8000 series with Zen 4 architecture, while the GPU is from the Radeon RX 7000 series with RDNA 3.0 architecture.

The combined percentile of 77 indicates this system outperforms the majority of configurations in the database. The CPU's average benchmark score of 25005 and GPU's average of 32456 show that both components deliver solid performance in their respective categories. The build class is desktop, meaning it is designed for stationary use with full-size components.

The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads provide adequate multi-tasking capability, while the GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 5120 shading units handle graphics-intensive workloads. The system is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p, content creation, and general productivity. The 65 W CPU TDP and 260 W GPU TDP result in a total system power draw that is manageable with a 600 W PSU.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU's 45.98 TFLOPS FP32 and 359.2 GPixel/s pixel rate support high frame rates at 1440p, while the CPU's 4.70 GHz boost clock and 12 threads prevent frame drops in CPU-intensive scenes. The 77th percentile combined ranking indicates this system can handle competitive titles at high refresh rates.

Streaming: The CPU's 12 threads provide headroom for software encoding, while the GPU's 80 ray tracing cores and 16 GB VRAM handle both game rendering and capture. The PassMark multithread score of 24389 suggests the CPU can manage encoding overhead without significant impact on gaming performance.

Video editing: The GPU's 91.96 TFLOPS FP16 performance accelerates effects and color grading, while the CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20851 handles timeline operations. The 16 GB VRAM allows for large project files and multiple video layers without memory overflow.

3D rendering: The GPU's PassMark GPU compute score of 15016 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 175758 provide substantial parallel rendering capability. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads handle scene management and physics calculations, though rendering throughput is dominated by the GPU.

Software development: The CPU's PassMark integer math score of 74021 and data compression score of 288158 accelerate compilation and build processes. The 12 threads allow for parallel builds, and the single-thread score of 3685 ensures responsive code editing and IDE interactions.

Student and office work: The system handles document processing, spreadsheet analysis, and web browsing with ease. The CPU's efficiency at 65 W TDP keeps operating costs low, while the GPU's capability is more than sufficient for presentation graphics and light photo editing. The 16 GB VRAM and 5120 shading units provide headroom for future software demands.

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