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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + AMD Radeon RX 6700

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Top 9% 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
89%
VS
GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT

29,879 Benchmark Score
Top 11% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 6700

30,433 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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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

# AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + AMD Radeon RX 6700 — Desktop Build Analysis

This pairing combines an 8-core Zen 3 desktop processor with a RDNA 2.0 mid-range graphics card, targeting a 75th-percentile GPU and an 81st-percentile CPU experience. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, so all frame-rate expectations below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and percentile positions, clearly marked as such.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this CPU+GPU combination, so all gaming figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores and percentile rankings. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 18,931 places it at the 75th percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU’s 3DMark multi-threaded score of 7,683 and single-thread score of 959 suggest a balanced pairing for most titles.

For 1080p ultra settings, the RX 6700’s 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 320.0 GB/s memory bandwidth should deliver high frame rates in esports and competitive titles, likely exceeding 144 FPS in lighter games given the CPU’s 4.80 GHz boost clock and strong single-thread performance. The PassMark single-thread score of 3,535 indicates the Ryzen 7 5800XT can feed the GPU adequately at this resolution, avoiding significant CPU-bound bottlenecks in most scenarios.

At 1440p ultra, the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The 10 GB GDDR6 frame buffer and 160-bit bus width will handle most titles, but the 75th percentile GPU ranking suggests settings may need adjustment in demanding AAA games to maintain smooth frame rates. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,014 indicates modern DirectX 12 titles will run well, though not at maximum settings in the most demanding releases.

For 4K ultra, this pairing sits firmly in playable-but-not-ideal territory. The GPU’s 156.8 GPixel/s pixel rate and 352.8 GTexel/s texture rate provide the raw throughput for 4K, but the 10 GB VRAM capacity may become a limiting factor in texture-heavy titles. The CPU’s 32 MB shared L3 cache helps maintain consistent frame pacing in CPU-intensive scenes, but users should expect to rely on upscaling technologies or moderate settings for a smooth 4K experience.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The combination of the CPU’s 959 single-thread 3DMark score and the GPU’s 75th percentile ranking supports 1080p high-refresh gaming. The 4.80 GHz boost clock ensures the processor can drive high FPS in CPU-bound titles, while the GPU’s 11.29 TFLOPS provide sufficient raw power for most competitive games at 1080p.

Streaming: With 8 cores and 16 threads, the Ryzen 7 5800XT has ample headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,683 (nearly identical to the max-thread score of 7,680) shows consistent scaling across all cores, which is critical for maintaining stream quality while gaming. The PassMark multithread score of 28,053 reinforces this capability.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23,794 and PassMark integer math score of 93,942 indicate strong performance for video encoding and editing workflows. The GPU’s 8,240 PassMark compute score adds hardware acceleration for effects and rendering, though the 10 GB VRAM may limit very large projects.

3D rendering: The 7 nm TSMC process and 4,150 million transistors deliver robust rendering performance. Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9,993 and R15 multicore score of 2,398 show the CPU can handle complex scenes, while the GPU’s 22.58 TFLOPS FP16 performance (2:1 ratio) supports half-precision compute workloads common in rendering.

Software development: The 8-core/16-thread configuration with 51.2 GB/s dual-channel DDR4 memory bandwidth provides solid compilation times. The PassMark data encryption score of 21,461 and extended instructions score of 24,270 indicate good performance for security-sensitive development tasks and modern instruction set usage.

Student and office work: This pairing is overkill for basic productivity but handles multitasking effortlessly. The CPU’s 28,053 PassMark multithread score and the GPU’s 936 G2D score ensure smooth desktop compositing and rapid application switching, making it a capable workstation for demanding academic workloads like CAD or statistical analysis.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, using TSMC’s 7 nm process node. It operates on the AMD Socket AM4 platform with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, featuring an unlocked multiplier for enthusiast overclocking. The 105W TDP reflects its positioning as a mainstream high-performance part.

The cache hierarchy comprises 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and a shared 32 MB L3 cache — a configuration that delivers strong performance in both latency-sensitive and bandwidth-intensive workloads. The CPU supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel configuration and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, along with ECC memory support, making it suitable for entry-level workstations. PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only) provides fast connectivity for modern GPUs and NVMe storage.

Benchmark results reveal a well-balanced processor. The 3DMark scores scale nearly linearly from 2 threads (1,879) to 16 threads (7,683), with the max-thread score of 7,680 nearly matching the 16-thread result, indicating efficient thread scheduling and no significant thermal throttling under load. The single-thread score of 959 is competitive for gaming and lightly-threaded applications. Cinebench R23 scores of 3,359 single-core and 23,794 multi-core place this chip solidly in the upper mid-range for desktop processors.

The PassMark results show a processor that excels at varied tasks: integer math at 93,942, floating point at 53,808, and data compression at 352,002. The extended instructions score of 24,270 confirms modern ISA support, while the physics score of 1,355 and random string sorting at 35,911 round out a versatile profile. The 81st percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29,879, puts it in the top quintile of processors available today.

Who Should Build It

1440p gamers will find this pairing well-suited for high-detail gaming, as the GPU’s 75th percentile ranking and the CPU’s strong single-thread performance create a balanced platform for this resolution. The 10 GB VRAM handles most modern titles at 1440p without exceeding capacity.

1080p high-refresh enthusiasts benefit from the CPU’s 4.80 GHz boost clock and 959 single-thread 3DMark score, which minimize frame drops in CPU-bound scenes. The GPU’s 11.29 TFLOPS provide ample headroom for competitive gaming at high frame rates.

Content creators working in 1080p or light 1440p will appreciate the 8-core/16-thread CPU with a 23,794 Cinebench R23 multicore score, which handles video rendering and multitasking. The GPU’s compute score of 8,240 accelerates effects and previews.

Software developers who need fast compilation and the ability to run multiple VMs or containers will benefit from the CPU’s 28,053 PassMark multithread score and 16 threads. The ECC memory support adds reliability for critical development environments.

Small business workstations requiring dependable performance across office applications, light design work, and data analysis will find this build capable. The CPU’s 81st percentile ranking and the GPU’s 75th percentile ranking ensure smooth operation across varied workloads.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s core and thread count?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has 8 cores and 16 threads, based on the Zen 3 architecture codenamed Vermeer.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have and what type?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6700 features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock speed?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800XT boosts up to 4.80 GHz, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a 105W TDP.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 7 5800XT supports ECC memory, using dual-channel DDR4 with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

Q: What PCIe generation does the CPU support?

A: The CPU provides 20 lanes of PCIe Gen 4 (CPU only), while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score of 29,879 is within 0.6% of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X (29,713), and essentially tied with the Ryzen 7 7840H (29,868), while 0.3% behind the Ryzen 7 8845HS and 7840HS (both 29,955).

Q: What is the GPU’s ray tracing capability?

A: The RX 6700 includes 36 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, with a boost clock of 2450 MHz.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using the Navi 22 chip, manufactured on TSMC’s 7 nm process with 17,200 million transistors on a 335 mm² die. The GPU has 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units, with 36 dedicated ray tracing cores. It operates with a base clock of 1941 MHz, a game clock of 2174 MHz, and a boost clock of 2450 MHz.

Memory configuration consists of 10 GB of GDDR6 on a 160-bit bus, running at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed, delivering 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This configuration provides adequate bandwidth for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with the 10 GB capacity serving as a reasonable buffer for high-resolution textures. The GPU’s pixel rate of 156.8 GPixel/s and texture rate of 352.8 GTexel/s indicate solid fill-rate performance for its class.

Compute performance is rated at 11.29 TFLOPS for FP32 and 22.58 TFLOPS for FP16 (at a 2:1 ratio), which supports both gaming and compute workloads. The 175W TDP is moderate, requiring a single 8-pin power connector and a suggested 450W PSU. The dual-slot card measures 267 mm in length, 110 mm in height, and 40 mm in width, with display outputs including 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a.

Benchmark results show a GPU that performs best in DirectX 11 and legacy APIs. The PassMark scores reveal 250 in DirectX 9, 166 in DirectX 11, and 71 in DirectX 12, with a G3D score of 18,931 and G2D score of 936. The Geekbench results are notably strong: 122,223 in Metal, 97,841 in OpenCL, and 83,974 in Vulkan. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,014 provides a modern benchmark reference, while the PassMark compute score of 8,240 indicates moderate compute capability. The GPU sits at the 75th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30,433, placing it just 0.1% behind the NVIDIA CMP 70HX (30,476) and 1.6% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (29,945).

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score of 29,879 places it at the 81st percentile of all CPUs, indicating top-quintile performance. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, scores 29,868 (0% delta), while the Ryzen 7 8845HS and 7840HS both score 29,955 (-0.3% delta), and the Ryzen 5 9600X scores 29,713 (0.6% delta). This places the 5800XT in a tightly competitive cluster where performance differences are within measurement error.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 30,433 places it at the 75th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA CMP 70HX, scores 30,476 (-0.1% delta), with the Tesla M60 at 30,490 (-0.2% delta), the Radeon RX 6800 at 30,095 (1.1% delta), and the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti at 29,945 (1.6% delta). The RX 6700 holds a slight edge over the RTX 3070 Ti in aggregate benchmark scores.

In specific CPU tests, the 3DMark suite shows strong scaling: 1,879 for 2 threads, 3,603 for 4 threads, 6,141 for 8 threads, and 7,683 for 16 threads. Cinebench results are robust, with R23 multicore at 23,794 and single-core at 3,359. The PassMark multithread score of 28,053 and single-thread score of 3,535 round out a comprehensive performance picture. For the GPU, the 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,014 and PassMark G3D score of 18,931 represent the key modern gaming metrics.

The combined percentile for this pairing is 78, reflecting a well-matched system where both components sit in the upper quartile of their respective categories. The CPU’s 81st percentile slightly outpaces the GPU’s 75th percentile, suggesting a mild CPU advantage in balanced workloads.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT processor with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 graphics card. The CPU, released on 2024-07-30 with a launch MSRP of $249, is an active production part, while the GPU, released on 2021-06-08, is end-of-life. Both components come from AMD, sharing the same 7 nm TSMC process node and a common architectural philosophy, which facilitates driver optimization and system stability.

The CPU represents the mature Zen 3 architecture on the AM4 platform, offering a proven and stable foundation with DDR4 memory support. The GPU represents the RDNA 2.0 generation, which introduced hardware ray tracing to AMD’s discrete graphics lineup. Together, they form a cohesive pairing where the CPU’s 81st percentile ranking and the GPU’s 75th percentile ranking create a system in the upper-midrange tier of desktop builds.

The combined percentile of 78 places this build in the top quarter of all systems, suitable for 1080p high-refresh gaming, 1440p high-detail gaming, and productive workloads. The 16 threads of the CPU complement the GPU’s 2,304 shading units well, providing balanced performance across gaming and content creation tasks. The build’s desktop classification means it is intended for stationary use with full-size components, offering upgradeability through the AM4 socket and PCIe 4.0 interface.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance balance between the CPU and GPU is close, with the CPU at the 81st percentile and the GPU at the 75th percentile — a 6-point gap that favors the processor. This suggests the GPU will be the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU’s 10 GB VRAM and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth become more critical.

In CPU-bound workloads such as physics simulation, data compression, and software compilation, the Ryzen 7 5800XT’s 8-core/16-thread configuration with a 23,794 Cinebench R23 multicore score will dominate. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,683 shows near-linear scaling, indicating the CPU can sustain heavy multi-threaded loads without bottlenecking. However, the GPU’s compute score of 8,240 means it will lag the CPU in pure compute tasks.

For gaming at 1080p, the CPU’s strong single-thread performance (959 3DMark single-thread, 3,359 Cinebench R23 single-core) likely prevents CPU-bound frame drops, but the GPU’s 75th percentile ranking means frame rates will be limited by graphics processing. At 1440p and above, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck, with the 10 GB VRAM capacity potentially limiting texture quality in the most demanding titles.

The 3DMark scores illustrate this dynamic: the CPU’s max-thread score of 7,680 nearly matches its 16-thread score, showing no thermal or power throttling, while the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,014 is modest compared to higher-tier cards. The PassMark results reinforce this, with the CPU’s multithread score of 28,053 far exceeding the GPU’s compute score of 8,240. Overall, this build is CPU-bottlenecked in productivity and compute workloads, and GPU-bottlenecked in gaming at 1440p and above, with a near-balanced profile at 1080p.