SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 5800 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060

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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
88%
VS
GPU
90%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 7 5800

27,535 Benchmark Score
Top 12% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060

17,639 Benchmark Score
Top 10% 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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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

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800 is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on the Zen 3 architecture (Vermeer codename) using TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, all within a 65 W TDP. The chip integrates 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die, and its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 32 MB L3 cache. Memory support covers dual-channel DDR4 with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, and ECC memory is supported. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the processor itself.

Benchmark results place this CPU at the 79th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 27,535. The multi-threaded performance is strong: Cinebench R23 multicore scores 21,953, while the single-core score is 3,099. In 3DMark tests, the processor scales from 916 points in single-thread to 7,181 in 16-thread workloads, with intermediate scores of 1,795 (2-thread), 3,443 (4-thread), and 5,692 (8-thread). The near-linear scaling from 4 to 8 threads (3,443 to 5,692) and then to 16 threads (7,181) indicates that the 8-core/16-thread configuration is being well utilized in threaded workloads.

The nearest rivals show a tightly packed competitive field. The Intel Core Ultra 5 125H scores 27,507 (0.1% higher), while the Intel Core i5-12600K and AMD Ryzen 7 5700X both score 27,578 (0.2% higher). The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X leads slightly at 27,636 (0.4% higher). These deltas are negligible in real-world terms; the Ryzen 7 5800 is effectively performance-equivalent to these four alternatives, differing by less than half a percent in aggregate benchmark scores. This suggests that any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical multi-threaded throughput in productivity and rendering workloads.

For real workloads, the Cinebench R20 numbers (9,220 multicore, 1,301 single-core) and R15 numbers (2,212 multicore, 312 single-core) indicate a processor that handles both lightly threaded tasks (like web browsing, office applications, and legacy software) and heavily threaded tasks (like video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation) with equal competence. The PassMark suite reinforces this: integer math scores 92,843, floating-point math scores 51,588, and multithread score is 25,823. Data compression scores 316,429, while encryption scores 20,021. The single-thread PassMark score of 3,393 shows strong per-core performance, which matters for responsiveness in everyday use.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The combination of the Ryzen 7 5800's single-thread performance (3,099 in Cinebench R23 single-core) and the RTX 4060's capabilities suggests strong 1080p and 1440p gaming. The CPU's 79th percentile standing ensures it will not bottleneck the GPU in most titles. Estimated frame rates at 1080p ultra settings would be high, though no measured data exists for this exact pairing.

Streaming: The 8-core/16-thread configuration provides ample headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding. The CPU's multi-threaded score of 21,953 in Cinebench R23 indicates that background encoding tasks would have minimal impact on game performance. The GPU's NVENC hardware (via Ada Lovelace architecture) further offloads encoding work.

Video editing: Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21,953 and PassMark multithread score of 25,823 indicate capable performance for timeline editing, color grading, and export tasks. The 32 MB L3 cache helps with large media files. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth support real-time previews and effects processing.

3D rendering: The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 79th percentile ranking, deliver solid performance in CPU-based renderers. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9,220 places it in a competitive position against the Intel Core i5-12600K (0.2% difference). GPU rendering benefits from the RTX 4060's 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 and 24 RT cores.

Software development: The 16-thread configuration accelerates compilation and build tasks. PassMark integer math score of 92,843 and data compression score of 316,429 are directly relevant to code parsing, linking, and source control operations. Single-thread score of 3,393 ensures responsive IDE performance.

Student and office work: The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 115 W TDP create an efficient system suitable for long-duration use. Single-thread performance (3,099 Cinebench R23 single-core) handles document processing, spreadsheet calculations, and web applications effortlessly. The data shows this is overkill for basic office tasks, but the headroom means no slowdowns even with many applications open.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 7 5800 uses the AMD Socket AM4 platform, which supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration. The memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s is typical for DDR4-3200-class operation. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, enabling fast NVMe storage and modern GPUs.

The socket has been a long-running platform in AMD's lineup, meaning there is a wide range of compatible motherboards available. However, the AM4 platform is not forward-compatible with newer AMD generations that use different sockets. A sensible next upgrade for users seeking more CPU performance would be to move to a platform with more cores or newer architecture, though the Ryzen 7 5800 itself sits in a competitive position against the Intel Core i5-12600K and AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (all within 0.4% in average benchmark scores).

For the GPU side, the RTX 4060 uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, which is adequate for its performance class. The power requirements are modest: the GPU has a 115 W TDP with a suggested PSU of 300 W. This means existing systems with quality 300 W or higher power supplies can likely accommodate this GPU without needing an upgrade. The CPU's 65 W TDP adds minimal load, so a combined system draw is well within typical mid-range PSU capabilities.

The platform supports ECC memory, which is a feature valuable for workstation use cases where data integrity is critical. The unlocked multiplier allows overclocking, though the 65 W TDP suggests the chip is designed for efficiency rather than extreme overclocking headroom. The next logical upgrade path within the AM4 ecosystem would be a higher-core-count CPU, though the performance differences among the nearest rivals are so small (all within 0.4%) that such an upgrade may yield minimal real-world gains.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who need balanced CPU and GPU performance for gaming and productivity. Gamers at 1080p and 1440p resolutions will find the combination well-suited, with the CPU's 79th percentile ranking and the GPU's 61st percentile ranking providing a balanced pairing. The estimated FPS at ultra settings would be competitive, though no measured data exists for this exact combination.

Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, and graphic design will benefit from the 8-core/16-thread CPU (Cinebench R23 multicore: 21,953) and the GPU's 8 GB VRAM with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth. The GPU's 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI features in creative applications.

Developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the multi-threaded performance, with PassMark integer math scoring 92,843 and data compression at 316,429. The 16 threads help parallelize build processes, while the single-thread score of 3,393 keeps the IDE responsive.

Students building a first desktop system will find the efficiency appealing: the CPU runs at 65 W TDP and the GPU at 115 W, making for a system that is quiet and energy-conscious. The performance headroom means the system will remain relevant for several years of coursework.

Small business workstations that run office productivity suites, accounting software, and light content creation will find this configuration more than sufficient. The ECC memory support adds reliability for data-sensitive workloads. The combined percentile of 70 indicates a well-matched pairing where neither component dramatically outclasses the other.

Balance and Bottleneck

The combined percentile for this pairing is 70, indicating a reasonably balanced system. The CPU sits at the 79th percentile, while the GPU sits at the 61st percentile. This suggests the CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU when compared to their respective peer groups.

In CPU-intensive workloads — such as 3D rendering in Cinebench, software compilation, or data processing — the GPU is unlikely to be the limiting factor. The CPU's multi-threaded score of 21,953 in Cinebench R23 will drive these tasks effectively, and the GPU's compute capabilities (15.11 TFLOPS FP32) are secondary.

In GPU-intensive workloads — such as gaming at high resolutions or GPU-accelerated rendering — the GPU is more likely to be the bottleneck. A 61st percentile GPU paired with a 79th percentile CPU means the CPU will typically be waiting on the GPU in graphics-heavy applications. For gaming at 1080p, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (3,099 Cinebench R23) helps maintain high frame rates, but at 1440p or 4K, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become the primary constraints.

The FPS scaling across resolutions would show the typical pattern: highest frame rates at 1080p, decreasing at higher resolutions as the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The CPU's 16 threads are rarely fully utilized in gaming, so the single-thread score of 3,099 is more relevant for frame pacing and minimum FPS. In mixed workloads — such as gaming while streaming or rendering while gaming — the 16 threads provide headroom for background tasks without starving the game of CPU resources.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5800 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data, so all frame rate expectations below are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU.

Based on the CPU's 79th percentile ranking and the GPU's 61st percentile ranking, this system should deliver smooth gaming performance at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. The GPU's 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for modern titles at these resolutions with high settings. The 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores enable ray tracing and DLSS features, which can significantly boost frame rates in supported games.

At 1080p ultra settings, the CPU's single-thread performance (3,099 Cinebench R23) and the GPU's 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 should produce high frame rates in most games, likely well above 60 FPS in esports titles and competitive in AAA games. At 1440p, the GPU becomes more of a limiting factor, and frame rates will be lower but still playable in most titles. At 4K, the 8 GB VRAM may be insufficient for the highest texture settings in some modern games, and frame rates would be more modest.

The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 19,545 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,302 indicate solid DirectX 12 performance. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 48,643 suggests good cross-API compatibility. For esports titles that are CPU-bound, the Ryzen 7 5800's strong single-thread performance will help maintain high frame rates even in crowded scenes.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, with 18,900 million transistors on a 159 mm² die. The GPU features 3,072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units. It includes 24 RT cores for ray tracing and 96 tensor cores for AI acceleration. The memory subsystem consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, delivering 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 2,125 MHz (17 Gbps effective). The GPU operates at a base clock of 1,830 MHz and a boost clock of 2,460 MHz.

Compute performance is rated at 15.11 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1 ratio). The pixel rate is 118.1 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 236.2 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4a connectors. The card is dual-slot, 240 mm long, 111 mm tall, and 40 mm wide. It requires a single 12-pin power connector and has a TDP of 115 W, with a suggested PSU of 300 W.

Benchmark results place the GPU at the 61st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17,639. The PassMark G3D score is 19,545, while the GPU compute score is 9,213. Geekbench OpenCL scores 95,057, and Vulkan scores 48,643. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 2,302.

The nearest rivals show interesting comparisons. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17,666 (0.2% higher), while the AMD Radeon 780M scores 17,588 (0.3% lower). The AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17,551 (0.5% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 460 scores 17,509 (0.7% lower). These deltas are all within 1%, indicating that the RTX 4060 is performance-equivalent to these competitors in aggregate benchmark scores. However, the RTX 4060's feature set — including ray tracing hardware, tensor cores, and modern API support — provides capabilities that older or integrated GPUs lack.

For rendering workloads, the 24 RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing for realistic lighting and reflections. The 96 tensor cores support DLSS and AI-based rendering features. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p and 1440p rendering, though 4K textures may exceed capacity in some scenarios. The 272.0 GB/s bandwidth supports high-resolution texture streaming and complex scenes.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's socket and does it support PCIe Gen 4?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800 uses the AMD Socket AM4 and provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800 compare to the Intel Core i5-12600K?

A: The two processors are nearly identical in performance, with the Intel Core i5-12600K scoring 27,578 compared to the Ryzen 7 5800's 27,535, a difference of 0.2%.

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

A: The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 272.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: Does the RTX 4060 support ray tracing and AI features?

A: Yes, the GPU includes 24 RT cores for ray tracing and 96 tensor cores for AI acceleration, enabling DLSS and ray-traced rendering.

Q: What power supply is recommended for the RTX 4060?

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 4060 is 300 W, and the GPU itself has a TDP of 115 W.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and memory support?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800 has a TDP of 65 W, supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and supports ECC memory.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800 perform in single-threaded workloads?

A: The CPU scores 3,099 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 3,393 in PassMark single-thread, indicating strong per-core performance for everyday tasks and gaming.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 27,535, placing it at the 79th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are all within 0.4% in average score: the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H (27,507, +0.1%), Intel Core i5-12600K (27,578, -0.2%), AMD Ryzen 7 5700X (27,578, -0.2%), and AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (27,636, -0.4%). The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21,953 and single-core score of 3,099 demonstrate the CPU's balanced capability across thread counts. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,181 shows strong scaling from the 2-thread score of 1,795.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 17,639, placing it at the 61st percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are all within 1%: the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17,666, -0.2%), AMD Radeon 780M (17,588, +0.3%), AMD Radeon Pro 560 (17,551, +0.5%), and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (17,509, +0.7%). The PassMark G3D score of 19,545 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,302 indicate solid DirectX 12 performance. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 95,057 shows strong compute capability.

The combined percentile for this pairing is 70, indicating a well-matched system where the CPU is relatively stronger (79th percentile) than the GPU (61st percentile). This means the CPU will not bottleneck the GPU in most workloads, but the GPU will be the limiting factor in graphics-intensive applications. The Cinebench R20 scores (9,220 multicore, 1,301 single-core) and PassMark multithread score of 25,823 provide additional context for productivity performance. The overall picture is a balanced desktop system suitable for gaming, content creation, and general productivity, with the CPU providing a slight performance advantage over the GPU relative to their respective peer groups.