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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 8400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

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89 Score

Top 11% Ranking

89 / 100

HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 11% 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

92%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 5 8400F

25,005 Benchmark Score

Top 14% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

23,172 Benchmark Score

Top 8% 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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Game Performance Benchmarks

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Performance Insights

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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 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 pairing is a desktop build that targets high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming while retaining enough compute muscle for content creation. The data shows this combination sits at the 73rd percentile overall, with the CPU at the 77th percentile and the GPU at the 68th percentile, indicating a balanced system where neither component drastically outsizes the other. Measured frame rates across a wide range of titles confirm that this is not a theoretical pairing but a practical one, delivering competitive performance in esports and AAA games alike.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data, which is based on actual testing, shows a clear picture of what this system can do at ultra settings. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally strong for competitive titles. Counter-Strike 2 delivers 243 FPS, Valorant reaches 463 FPS, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege hits 289 FPS. These numbers are far beyond the 144Hz refresh rate that most high-refresh monitors use, meaning the CPU is not holding the GPU back in these scenarios. Even the more demanding Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 143.9 FPS, which is right at the threshold for a smooth 144Hz experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the system remains highly capable. Valorant still pushes 439 FPS, and Counter-Strike 2 manages 161 FPS. For AAA titles, the results are more varied but generally playable. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 55.1 FPS, which is a bit below the 60 FPS target, but Red Dead Redemption 2 hits 49 FPS. By contrast, Control runs at 77 FPS and Call of Duty: Warzone at 125.8 FPS, showing that the system excels at fast-paced shooters even at this resolution. The average FPS across all games tested at 1440p is 155.2, which is a strong figure.

At 3840x2160, the system starts to show its limits with the RTX 3080's 10 GB memory buffer. Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 32.8 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 falls to 32 FPS. However, less demanding titles like Valorant still produce 380 FPS, and Counter-Strike 2 manages 90 FPS. Ark: Survival Ascended is the outlier, dropping to 11.7 FPS at 4K, which indicates a title that is extremely demanding on both CPU and GPU. For most gamers, this resolution is not the target, and the data suggests that 1080p and 1440p are the sweet spots.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark results indicate a well-balanced pairing where the bottleneck shifts based on resolution and workload. At 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance is crucial for high FPS in esports titles. The Ryzen 5 8400F scores 951 in 3dmark_single_thread and 3685 in passmark_single_thread, which are strong figures that allow the RTX 3080 to stretch its legs. The data shows that in Counter-Strike 2 and Valorant, the system achieves over 240 FPS, suggesting the CPU can feed the GPU enough frames to avoid a CPU bottleneck.

As resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor. The RTX 3080's 29.77 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 760.3 GB/s of memory bandwidth are substantial, but the frame rates in Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 4K show that the GPU is working hard to maintain playable numbers. The CPU's multi-threaded scores, such as 20851 in cinebench_r23_multicore, are sufficient for most gaming workloads, but the GPU is the component that dictates performance in these scenarios.

The pairRankByFps data places this system at rank 1066 out of 3732 pairs, with an average FPS of 155.2 across all games. This percentile position suggests that while the system is not in the top tier of all combinations, it outperforms a significant majority of them. The bottleneck analysis shows that the CPU is rarely the limiting factor in gaming, as its 77th percentile ranking is higher than the GPU's 68th percentile, meaning the GPU is more likely to be the constraint in demanding titles.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built on AMD Socket AM5, which is a current-generation socket that provides a clear upgrade path. The Ryzen 5 8400F is a Zen 4 architecture chip on a 4 nm process, and the socket supports future AMD processors, meaning users can swap in a more powerful CPU without changing the motherboard. The system supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, which is the current standard for high-performance builds. PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU is available, and the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is fully compatible.

The CPU has a TDP of 65W, which is low for a desktop processor, while the GPU has a TDP of 320W. The suggested PSU for this combination is 700W, which provides headroom for the entire system. This means users do not need to upgrade their power supply if they move to a similar-tier CPU, as the 65W CPU draws minimal power. The RTX 3080 is an end-of-life product, but its successor, the GeForce 40 series, is available for those who want a newer GPU, though the data does not suggest an immediate need for that upgrade given the current performance.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count CPU on the AM5 socket, as the platform supports it. The data shows that the current CPU is not the bottleneck in most gaming scenarios, so users should first consider upgrading the GPU if they want better 4K performance. However, for 1080p and 1440p gaming, the current pairing is strong, and the platform's longevity means users can wait for a more significant generational leap before upgrading.

Who Should Build It

This build is suited for gamers who prioritize high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p. The measured FPS in esports titles like Valorant (463 FPS at 1080p) and Counter-Strike 2 (243 FPS at 1080p) is ideal for competitive play. Gamers who play AAA titles at 1440p will also find this system adequate, with most games running above 60 FPS, as seen in Control (77 FPS) and Call of Duty: Warzone (125.8 FPS). For 4K gaming, the system is less suitable, with many titles falling below 60 FPS, so users targeting 4K should consider this a limitation.

Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's multi-threaded performance. The cinebench_r23_multicore score of 20851 and passmark_multithread score of 24389 indicate strong rendering capabilities. The GPU's compute performance, with a passmark_gpu_compute score of 14397, supports GPU-accelerated tasks. Software developers will appreciate the 6 cores and 12 threads, which handle compilation and testing workloads effectively. Students and small business workstations can rely on this system for office applications and multitasking, as the data shows solid single-thread performance for everyday tasks.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename. It has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65W TDP. The CPU is built on TSMC's 4 nm process with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. It features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The multiplier is unlocked, allowing overclocking, though the data does not include overclocked benchmarks.

The benchmark scores reveal a processor that excels in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The 3dmark_single_thread score of 951 and cinebench_r23_singlecore score of 2943 are strong for gaming, as most game engines rely on single-thread performance. The multi-threaded scores, such as 3dmark_max_threads at 6165 and cinebench_r23_multicore at 20851, show that the CPU can handle content creation tasks. The passmark data compression score of 288158 and data encryption score of 16646 indicate efficient handling of these specific workloads.

The CPU's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which has an average score of 24964, a delta of 0.2% higher than the 8400F's 25005. This means the 8400F is nearly identical in performance to the 7500F. Other rivals include the Intel Core i7-11850H and i7-13620H, which are both within 0.4% of the 8400F's performance. The AMD EPYC 9474F is 0.4% slower, despite being a server-class chip, which shows the 8400F's competitive multi-threaded performance for its class.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's socket and does it support DDR5 memory?

A: The CPU uses AMD Socket AM5 and supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel configuration and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the GPU's memory size and type?

A: The GPU has 10 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 320-bit bus and 760.3 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the average FPS across all games for this pairing?

A: The pairRankByFps data shows an average FPS of 155.2 across all games tested.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD 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 score of 24964.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 3080 is at the 68th percentile, meaning it performs better than 68% of all GPUs.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and the suggested PSU for the system?

A: The CPU has a 65W TDP, and the suggested PSU for the GPU is 700W.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: No, the CPU has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, this system is exceptional. The measured FPS in Valorant (463), Counter-Strike 2 (243), and Rainbow Six Siege (289) easily exceeds 240Hz displays, and even the demanding Call of Duty: Warzone hits 143.9 FPS. At 1440p, the system still delivers over 100 FPS in many titles, such as Assetto Corsa at 104.1 FPS and Doom at 116.3 FPS, making it a strong choice for competitive shooters.

For streaming, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads handle encoding tasks, but the GPU's NVENC (not specified in the data) is a common alternative. The passmark_multithread score of 24389 suggests the CPU can handle streaming and gaming simultaneously, though the data does not provide specific streaming benchmarks. Video editing is supported by the cinebench_r23_multicore score of 20851, which indicates the system can render 4K footage, though the 10 GB GPU memory might be a limitation for very large projects.

3D rendering workloads benefit from the CPU's multi-threaded performance and the GPU's 29.77 TFLOPS FP32 compute. The passmark_gpu_compute score of 14397 shows the GPU can accelerate rendering tasks. Software development is well-served by the CPU's fast single-thread performance for compilation, and the passmark_integer_math score of 74021 supports this. For student and office work, the system is overkill, but the passmark_single_thread score of 3685 ensures responsive application usage and web browsing.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that pairs a mid-range, current-generation CPU with a high-end, previous-generation GPU. The Ryzen 5 8400F is an active production part from AMD's 8000 series, while the RTX 3080 is an end-of-life product from NVIDIA's GeForce 30-series. The combined percentile of 73 indicates that this system outperforms 73% of all tested CPU and GPU combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier of desktop performance.

The CPU's 77th percentile ranking is higher than the GPU's 68th percentile, which means the CPU is relatively stronger compared to the GPU. This suggests that the system is balanced, but the GPU is the component that will limit performance in the most demanding scenarios. The pairRankByFps rank of 1066 out of 3732 pairs confirms that this combination is above average, making it a solid choice for a gaming-focused desktop that can also handle productivity tasks.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 25005, placing it at the 77th percentile. Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24964, a 0.2% difference. The CPU's best scores include a cinebench_r23_multicore result of 20851 and a passmark_multithread score of 24389. The single-thread performance is also strong, with a passmark_single_thread score of 3685.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 23172, placing it at the 68th percentile. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA P106-100, which scores 23249, a 0.3% difference. The GPU's strongest results include a passmark_g3d score of 25086 and a geekbench_opencl score of 152423. The 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 4407 reflects its DirectX 12 performance.

The combined picture is a system where the CPU slightly outperforms the GPU in relative terms. The CPU's percentile is 9 points higher than the GPU's, indicating that the CPU has more headroom for future GPU upgrades. The measured FPS data supports this, as the system is consistently GPU-bound at higher resolutions. Overall, the benchmarks indicate a well-matched pairing that delivers strong 1080p and 1440p gaming performance, with the CPU providing a solid foundation for future upgrades.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 8400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

Power Build

System Balance Analysis

AMD Ryzen 5 8400F

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

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High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

Gaming Performance

Balance and Bottleneck

Upgrade Path and Platform

Who Should Build It

CPU Analysis

FAQ

Usage Scenarios

Build Overview

Benchmark Performance

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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