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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 8400F + AMD Radeon RX 9060

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88 Score

Top 12% Ranking

88 / 100

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Power Build

Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

86%

GPU

89%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 5 8400F

25,005 Benchmark Score

Top 14% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 9060

16,014 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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Market Position

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Budget

0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

60-85

Enthusiast

85-100

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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 pairing represents a desktop build targeting the 68th percentile of combined performance, with the CPU landing in the 77th percentile and the GPU in the 59th percentile. This configuration is anchored by a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 processor and a 8 GB RDNA 4 graphics card, producing a balanced system that excels at 1080p and 1440p gaming while handling productivity tasks with solid efficiency.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 44 chip, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The GPU contains 1,792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. The rendering hardware includes 28 ray tracing cores, providing dedicated RT acceleration. The card operates at a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2990 MHz, with memory running at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective). The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory sits on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Pixel fill rate is 191.4 GPixel/s, and texture fill rate is 334.9 GTexel/s. The FP32 compute throughput is 21.43 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 21.43 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

Benchmark scores show the GPU achieving a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3322, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 88183, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 39476. In PassMark tests, the G3D score is 17631, while GPU compute reaches 9919. The DirectX 11 score of 182 and DirectX 12 score of 44 indicate the card handles modern APIs more efficiently than legacy ones. The GPU's percentile ranking against all GPUs is 59, placing it in the upper-mid range of the database. Comparing to nearest rivals, the RX 9060 sits 0.7% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (avg score 16129), 1% above the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15862), 1% above the AMD Radeon RX 7700 (15852), and 2.1% above the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15679). The average benchmark score is 16014, which is close to the RTX 3060 Ti's 16129, suggesting near-parity with that popular card in overall compute. For rendering workloads, the 21.43 TFLOPS FP32 performance translates to solid rasterization throughput, while the 28 RT cores enable ray-traced effects without requiring a separate tensor core array, as the tensorCores field is null.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 25005, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, scores 24964, which is only 0.2% lower, making these two processors virtually identical in performance. The Intel Core i7-11850H sits 0.3% higher at 24935, while the Intel Core i7-13620H is 0.4% higher at 24911. The AMD EPYC 9474F leads slightly at 25103, which is 0.4% above the 8400F. The GPU's average benchmark score is 16014, in the 59th percentile. The combined system percentile is 68, reflecting that the CPU outperforms the GPU in relative standings. The pair ranks 2245 out of 3732 pairs by average FPS across games, with an average of 110.2 FPS.

In CPU-specific tests, the 3DMark multi-thread score is 6165 at max threads, with 6091 at 16 threads, 5275 at 8 threads, 3563 at 4 threads, 1874 at 2 threads, and 951 single-thread. Cinebench R23 scores are 20851 multicore and 2943 singlecore, while R20 shows 8757 multicore and 1236 singlecore, and R15 shows 2101 multicore and 296 singlecore. PassMark multi-thread score is 24389, with single-thread at 3685. The data compression score of 288158 and encryption score of 16646 indicate strong integer performance. The combined picture shows a CPU that is roughly 0.2% ahead of the Ryzen 5 7500F in average score, but the GPU trails the RTX 3060 Ti by 0.7%, suggesting the CPU has slightly more headroom relative to its peers than the GPU does.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 8000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The base clock is 4.20 GHz, boosting to 4.70 GHz. The TDP is 65 W, making it an efficient part. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Memory support is DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, providing 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory is not supported. The CPU uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). There is no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is mandatory. The multiplier is unlocked, allowing overclocking. The launch MSRP was $170, though pricing details are not further discussed here.

Benchmark results show the 8400F performing well in both single and multi-threaded tasks. The 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and PassMark single-thread of 3685 indicate strong per-core performance, which benefits gaming and lightly-threaded applications. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20851 demonstrates capable multi-threaded throughput for a 6-core part, while the R23 single-core of 2943 shows it can hold its own against higher-core-count rivals in single-thread workloads. The PassMark integer math score of 74021 and floating-point math of 46217 highlight the CPU's arithmetic capability. Data encryption at 16646 and extended instructions at 22175 suggest decent performance for security-related tasks. The average benchmark score of 25005 is nearly identical to the Ryzen 5 7500F at 24964 (0.2% delta), meaning users would see no practical difference between these two CPUs in everyday use. The 8400F also edges out the Intel Core i7-13620H by 0.4%, which is notable for a desktop part against a mobile processor.

Balance and Bottleneck

The system's combined percentile of 68, with the CPU at 77 and GPU at 59, indicates the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. This means in CPU-bound scenarios, such as high-FPS esports titles at lower resolutions, the Ryzen 5 8400F will not be the limiting factor. The GPU's lower percentile suggests it will be the bottleneck in graphically intense games, especially at higher resolutions. For example, in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, the system achieves 377 FPS at 1080p but drops to 153 FPS at 4K, showing the GPU becoming more constrained as resolution increases. The average FPS across all tested games is 110.2, with the pair ranking 2245 out of 3732 pairs, which is slightly above the median. The CPU's single-thread score of 3685 in PassMark ensures it can feed the GPU in most scenarios, but the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth may limit texture-heavy workloads at 4K, where Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 25 FPS. In CPU-heavy tasks like data compression (288158 PassMark score), the CPU clearly leads, while GPU compute (9919 PassMark) shows the graphics card's limits. The balance is such that users should expect GPU-bound performance in most modern games at 1440p and above, with the CPU providing headroom for background tasks and streaming.

Who Should Build It

This build targets gamers who primarily play at 1080p and 1440p resolutions, where the RX 9060 delivers playable frame rates in most titles. Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 6-core/12-thread configuration, which achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20851. Software developers will find the CPU's 74021 integer math score and 22175 extended instructions score useful for compilation and code execution. Students and small business users needing a desktop for office work, web browsing, and light productivity will find the combination efficient, with the CPU's 65 W TDP keeping power demands low. The lack of integrated graphics means a dedicated GPU is required, which is already present here. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming with high settings, but users targeting 4K gaming should note the significant FPS drops, such as Red Dead Redemption 2 falling from 46 FPS at 1080p to 23 FPS at 4K.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, this system excels, delivering 171 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, 203 FPS in Rainbow Six Siege, and 391 FPS in Valorant. At 1440p, these figures drop to 113, 133, and 334 FPS respectively, still well above 60 FPS. Streaming while gaming is feasible given the CPU's multi-threaded score of 6165 in 3DMark max threads, which provides enough headroom for encoding. Video editing workflows benefit from the CPU's 20851 Cinebench R23 multicore score, while the GPU's 88183 OpenCL score accelerates effects and rendering. 3D rendering tasks see moderate performance, with the GPU's 21.43 TFLOPS FP32 throughput handling basic scenes, but the 8 GB VRAM may limit large textures. Software development is well-served by the CPU's integer math score of 74021 and data compression score of 288158, which speed up builds and package management. Student and office work, including document creation and spreadsheets, runs smoothly given the single-thread score of 3685 in PassMark. For esports titles, the system is overkill at 1080p, but for AAA games like Cyberpunk 2077, users should expect 50 FPS at 1080p and 38 FPS at 1440p, which is playable but not high-refresh.

Gaming Performance

Measured FPS data at ultra settings shows this system is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. At 1080p, the system achieves over 60 FPS in most titles, with esports games easily exceeding 100 FPS: Valorant hits 391, CS:GO hits 377, and Rainbow Six Siege hits 203. At 1440p, performance remains strong, with Valorant at 334, CS:GO at 260, and Rainbow Six Siege at 133. However, demanding AAA games show strain: Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 50 FPS at 1080p and 38 FPS at 1440p, while Red Dead Redemption 2 runs at 46 FPS at 1080p and 34 FPS at 1440p. At 4K, the system struggles with modern titles, with Cyberpunk 2077 at 25 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 23 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended at 8 FPS. Older or lighter games fare better at 4K, such as Valorant at 267 FPS and Roblox at 83 FPS. The data shows a clear pattern: the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus limit high-resolution performance, but at 1080p and 1440p, the system provides a smooth experience for most games. The pair's average FPS across all games is 110.2, with the ranking at 2245 out of 3732 pairs indicating it sits above the median in overall gaming performance.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The system is built on the AMD Socket AM5 platform, which supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, while the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, ensuring future compatibility. The CPU's 65 W TDP and GPU's 132 W TDP suggest a total system draw that is manageable with a 300 W PSU, as suggested by the GPU's suggestedPsu field. The power connector is a single 8-pin for the GPU. For upgrades, the most sensible next step would be a GPU with more VRAM, as the current 8 GB is a limiting factor at 4K. The CPU has headroom, with its 77th percentile ranking indicating it could support a more powerful GPU without bottlenecking. The AM5 socket supports newer Ryzen processors, and the DDR5 memory support ensures compatibility with future memory kits. The PCIe 5.0 x16 slot on the GPU side is forward-looking, though the CPU's Gen 4 lanes may limit some future expansion. Given the CPU's unlocked multiplier, overclocking could extract additional performance, though the 65 W TDP limits thermal headroom. Overall, the platform is modern and upgradable, with the primary bottleneck being the GPU's memory capacity.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 68, with the CPU at 77 and the GPU at 59.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 8400F compare to the Ryzen 5 7500F?

A: The 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25005, which is 0.2% higher than the 7500F's 24964.

Q: What is the GPU's VRAM capacity and memory bandwidth?

A: The Radeon RX 9060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the maximum FPS achieved in Valorant at 1080p?

A: At 1080p ultra settings, Valorant runs at 391 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: No, the integrated graphics field is listed as "N/A", so a discrete GPU is required.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and socket type?

A: The CPU has a 65 W TDP and uses AMD Socket AM5.

Q: What is the GPU's suggested power supply wattage?

A: The suggested PSU is 300 W, with a single 8-pin power connector.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 CPU) with the AMD Radeon RX 9060 (RDNA 4 GPU with 8 GB VRAM). The CPU ranks in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 59th percentile of all GPUs, resulting in a combined percentile of 68. The system is designed for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with an average FPS of 110.2 across all tested games. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (PassMark 3685) and multi-thread capability (Cinebench R23 20851) make it a capable productivity tool, while the GPU's 21.43 TFLOPS FP32 performance handles modern game rendering. The overall tier is upper-midrange, with the CPU being the stronger component relative to its peers. The platform uses the modern AM5 socket with DDR5 memory support, providing a clear upgrade path. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but 4K gaming is limited, as shown by the significant FPS drops in demanding titles. This build is best suited for users prioritizing high-refresh esports gaming and mainstream productivity, with the understanding that 4K gaming would require a more powerful GPU.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 8400F + AMD Radeon RX 9060

Power Build

System Balance Analysis

AMD Ryzen 5 8400F

AMD Radeon RX 9060

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Valorant

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

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High-End

Mid-Range

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Legacy

GPU Analysis

Benchmark Performance

CPU Analysis

Balance and Bottleneck

Who Should Build It

Usage Scenarios

Gaming Performance

Upgrade Path and Platform

FAQ

Build Overview

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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