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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 5 8400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

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92 / 100
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Apex Performer

Top 8% 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
86%
VS
GPU
98%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 5 8400F

25,005 Benchmark Score
Top 14% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

79,842 Benchmark Score
Top 2% 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

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a desktop build that combines a 6-core Zen 4 processor with NVIDIA’s flagship Blackwell 2.0 GPU. The data shows a combined percentile of 85 across all benchmarked pairs, placing this configuration in the upper tier of systems. The CPU, a 65-watt part with a 4.20 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost clock, delivers strong single-threaded performance, while the GPU, with its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, provides exceptional graphics throughput. Measured frame rates across dozens of titles indicate that this pairing is capable of high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p, with playable results at 4K in most scenarios.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename, manufactured on TSMC’s 4 nm process. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and it connects to the platform via PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier make it a flexible choice for various system configurations.

Benchmark results place the 8400F in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25,005. In Cinebench R23, the processor scores 20,851 points in multi-core and 2,943 points in single-core tests. The single-thread performance is particularly notable, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3,685. These figures indicate that the CPU handles lightly-threaded tasks efficiently, which is relevant for gaming and everyday applications. The multi-threaded scores, including a Passmark multithread score of 24,389 and a Cinebench R20 multicore score of 8,757, show that the 6-core/12-thread configuration provides solid throughput for moderately parallel workloads, though it is not a high-core-count workstation part.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 8400F sits within a tight performance band. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has an average score of 24,964, which is 0.2% lower, while the Intel Core i7-11850H scores 24,935, 0.3% lower. The Intel Core i7-13620H is 0.4% behind at 24,911, and the AMD EPYC 9474F is 0.4% ahead at 25,103. These deltas are minimal, suggesting that the 8400F’s performance is comparable to these other processors in aggregate benchmarks, though its specific strengths in single-threaded tasks and power efficiency are distinguishing characteristics.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data, based on ultra settings across a wide range of games, shows how this CPU+GPU pairing performs at three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers high frame rates in most titles. For example, Counter-Strike 2 runs at 368 FPS, Valorant at 462.6 FPS, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege at 437 FPS. Esports and lighter titles exceed 300 FPS, including Roblox at 479.1 FPS and To The Core at 369 FPS. Even demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 achieve 93.6 FPS at 1080p, and Red Dead Redemption 2 hits 99 FPS. The lowest 1080p result is The Medium at 76.8 FPS, which remains above typical playability thresholds.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows expected scaling. Valorant stays very high at 437.1 FPS, while Counter-Strike 2 drops to 243 FPS and Rainbow Six Siege to 286 FPS. Heavier titles like Cyberpunk 2077 run at 83.9 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 74 FPS. Microsoft Flight Simulator, a known stress test, reaches 107.1 FPS at this resolution. The most demanding game in the dataset, Ark: Survival Ascended, drops to 36.7 FPS at 1440p, indicating that some titles will require settings adjustments for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the system still provides playable frame rates in most games, though the gap between light and heavy titles widens. Valorant remains at 408.7 FPS, and Counter-Strike 2 at 136 FPS. Roblox runs at 181.8 FPS, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege at 158 FPS. Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 54.2 FPS, Call of Duty: Warzone to 108.1 FPS, and Microsoft Flight Simulator to 76.1 FPS. Ark: Survival Ascended falls to 20.8 FPS at 4K, which is below comfortable playability. The data shows that this combo is capable of 4K gaming in most titles, but the most demanding games may need reduced settings or upscaling.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p is the strongest use case for this build. The measured FPS at 1080p exceeds 300 in several titles and stays above 140 in nearly all tested games, making it suitable for 144Hz or 240Hz monitors. At 1440p, most games still exceed 100 FPS, with esports titles pushing past 240 FPS.

Streaming while gaming is feasible given the CPU’s 12 threads and the GPU’s encoding capabilities, though the CPU’s 77th percentile ranking suggests it is not a top-tier streaming CPU. The 3DMark max-threads score of 6,165 and Passmark multithread score of 24,389 indicate enough headroom for game capture and encoding alongside gameplay.

Video editing and 3D rendering workloads will rely on the GPU’s compute power more than the CPU. The RTX 5090’s Geekbench OpenCL score of 334,370 and Passmark GPU compute score of 26,756 provide substantial acceleration for rendering tasks. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,851 is adequate for basic editing timelines, but heavy multi-threaded rendering will be GPU-bound.

Software development benefits from the CPU’s strong single-thread performance, with Passmark single-thread score of 3,685 and Cinebench R23 single-core of 2,943. Compilation tasks that scale across cores will see moderate performance from the 6-core design. The 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth supports faster data movement in development environments.

Student and office work is well-served by this build, though it is overkill for most productivity tasks. The CPU’s single-thread scores ensure snappy response in word processing and spreadsheets, while the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 18,355 has no impact on such workloads. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps power consumption modest for daily use.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets gamers who prioritize high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. The data shows 1080p FPS above 300 in esports titles and above 140 in most AAA games, making it ideal for competitive and high-refresh gameplay. At 1440p, the system still delivers over 100 FPS in most games, supporting high-refresh monitors at that resolution.

Content creators working with video or 3D graphics will benefit from the GPU’s compute capabilities. The 32 GB of VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth handle large textures and complex scenes, while the Geekbench Vulkan score of 376,728 indicates strong API performance for creative applications. The CPU’s 12 threads provide adequate support for concurrent tasks.

Developers building software or running virtualized environments will find the CPU’s single-thread performance and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth useful. The 16 MB L3 cache supports moderate multitasking within development tools. The AM5 socket allows for future CPU upgrades without changing the motherboard.

Small business workstations requiring reliable multi-tasking and occasional GPU acceleration can use this build, though the RTX 5090’s capabilities exceed typical office needs. The 65 W CPU TDP enables efficient operation in professional environments, and the GPU’s 575 W TDP requires robust cooling and power delivery.

Balance and Bottleneck

The analysis reveals a significant performance imbalance between the CPU and GPU. The RTX 5090 sits in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 5 8400F is in the 77th percentile of CPUs. This gap suggests that the CPU will be the limiting factor in many workloads, particularly at lower resolutions where frame rates are high.

At 1080p, the CPU’s single-thread performance becomes the primary constraint in esports titles. For example, Valorant reaches 462.6 FPS at 1080p, but the CPU’s 3DMark single-thread score of 951 limits how much higher frame rates can go. The GPU has ample headroom, as evidenced by its Passmark G3D score of 39,650. At 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU, with frame rates scaling down as resolution increases. At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant factor, with the CPU’s influence diminishing.

The pair’s average FPS across games is 217.9, ranking 107th out of 3,732 pairs, which places it in the 97th percentile of all pairings. This indicates that despite the CPU’s lower percentile, the overall system performs exceptionally well. The bottleneck appears most pronounced in CPU-bound scenarios like high-refresh 1080p gaming, where the GPU waits for the CPU to feed it frames.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s multi-core performance relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F scores 20,851 in Cinebench R23 multi-core. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i7-11850H, and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13620H in average benchmark score. The AMD EPYC 9474F is 0.4% ahead of the 8400F.

Q: How does the GPU perform in 3DMark Steel Nomad?

A: The RTX 5090 scores 18,355 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test. This places the GPU in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79,842.

Q: What is the measured frame rate in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440 with ultra settings, Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 83.9 FPS. At 1920x1080 it runs at 93.6 FPS, and at 3840x2160 it drops to 54.2 FPS.

Q: What memory type and bandwidth does the CPU support?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. It does not support ECC memory.

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

A: The RTX 5090 has 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The memory clock is 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed.

Q: How does this system perform in Ark: Survival Ascended at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160 with ultra settings, Ark: Survival Ascended runs at 20.8 FPS. At 1920x1080 it runs at 54.4 FPS, and at 2560x1440 it runs at 36.7 FPS.

Q: What is the CPU’s single-thread performance score?

A: The CPU scores 951 in 3DMark single-thread, 2,943 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 3,685 in Passmark single-thread tests.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 25,005, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its best results include a Passmark multithread score of 24,389 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,851. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 79,842, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. Its strongest results include a Geekbench Vulkan score of 376,728 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 334,370.

The combined system percentile is 85, indicating that this pairing outperforms 85% of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database. The pair ranks 107th out of 3,732 pairs by average FPS, with an average FPS of 217.9 across all tested games. This places the system in the top 3% of all measured pairs, confirming that the overall performance is exceptional despite the CPU’s lower individual percentile.

The data shows that the GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 39,650 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 18,355 drive the system’s high average FPS. The CPU’s scores, while lower, are sufficient to support the GPU’s output in most scenarios. The combined picture is a system that excels in GPU-bound workloads and performs adequately in CPU-bound tasks.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build combining the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 processor on the AM5 socket, while the GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture chip with 21,760 shading units and 170 RT cores. The system’s combined percentile of 85 places it in the upper tier of all builds, with an average FPS of 217.9 across a wide range of games.

The RTX 5090 is the dominant component, with a 92nd percentile ranking versus the CPU’s 77th percentile. This makes the build GPU-heavy, which is appropriate for gaming at high resolutions and for GPU-accelerated workloads. The CPU’s 65 W TDP and the GPU’s 575 W TDP indicate a system that requires substantial power delivery, with a suggested PSU of 950 W.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with the GB202 chip, manufactured on TSMC’s 5 nm process. It features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The GPU has 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 raster operation units. It includes 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores for ray tracing and AI acceleration.

The GPU’s clock speeds are 2017 MHz base and 2407 MHz boost, with a memory clock of 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 104.8 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1). The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Benchmark results show the GPU in the 92nd percentile, with an average score of 79,842. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 18,355, while Passmark G3D is 39,650 and Passmark GPU compute is 26,756. Geekbench scores are 334,370 for OpenCL and 376,728 for Vulkan. These figures indicate strong performance for both rasterization and compute workloads, making the GPU suitable for rendering, AI tasks, and high-resolution gaming.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 5 8400F uses the AMD Socket AM5, which supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes for expansion. The platform allows for memory upgrades to higher-capacity DDR5 modules, and the 65 W TDP leaves thermal headroom for more powerful CPUs in the same socket.

The RTX 5090 uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface and requires a 950 W power supply according to the suggested PSU. The GPU has a 575 W TDP and uses a single 16-pin power connector. The dual-slot design measures 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 40 mm in width, requiring a case with sufficient clearance.

A sensible next upgrade would be to replace the CPU with a higher-core-count AM5 processor, as the motherboard and memory would remain compatible. The GPU’s performance is already at the top of the current generation, so upgrading the CPU would better balance the system for CPU-bound workloads. The 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth could be improved by selecting faster DDR5 modules, though the current configuration already provides adequate bandwidth for most tasks. The PCIe Gen 4 lanes from the CPU may limit future high-bandwidth devices, but the RTX 5090’s PCIe 5.0 interface operates at full capacity.