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86%
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AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT

29,879 Benchmark Score
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Intel Arc A380

8,558 Benchmark Score
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# AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + Intel Arc A380

This pairing combines AMD's 8-core Zen 3 desktop processor with Intel's entry-level Arc 3 discrete GPU, producing a system that lands in the 63rd percentile overall among all CPU+GPU combinations in the database. The CPU is a strong performer, sitting at the 81st percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is more modest, at the 44th percentile among all GPUs. The data shows a desktop-class build where processing headroom vastly exceeds graphics throughput, making the Arc A380 the clear performance boundary in most workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The Intel Arc A380's benchmark scores place it at the 44th percentile among all GPUs, with a PassMark G3D score of 6252 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808. These figures indicate that 1080p high-refresh gaming is largely out of reach for demanding titles; the GPU's FP32 throughput of 4.198 TFLOPS and 186.0 GB/s memory bandwidth are entry-level figures. The CPU, however, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 959 and 2-thread score of 1879, would not bottleneck a more capable GPU in this scenario.

Streaming: The Ryzen 7 5800XT's 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample headroom for encoding and broadcasting. Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23794 and PassMark multithread score of 28053 indicate strong parallel throughput for software encoding. However, the Arc A380's modest compute scores — Geekbench OpenCL 38224 and Vulkan 36736 — suggest hardware encoding capabilities exist but overall gaming-plus-streaming frames will be limited by the GPU's 44th-percentile standing.

Video editing: CPU-side, the 5800XT excels with a PassMark data compression score of 352002 and floating-point math score of 53808, which point to solid timeline scrubbing and export performance in multicore-friendly editors. The GPU's 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for light effects work but will struggle with complex 4K timelines. The PassMark GPU compute score of 2762 confirms limited acceleration for render-heavy tasks.

3D rendering: The 5800XT's Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9993 and R15 multicore score of 2398 show strong CPU-based rendering performance, competitive with the nearest rival AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (deltaPct 0%). The Arc A380's pixel rate of 65.60 GPixel/s and texture rate of 131.2 GTexel/s are entry-level figures; the 8 RT cores provide ray tracing support, but the 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 throughput caps overall render complexity.

Software development: Compilation and code analysis benefit from the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, with PassMark integer math score of 93942 and extended instructions score of 24270 indicating robust integer throughput. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7683 and max-thread score of 7680 show consistent scaling across core counts. The GPU is largely irrelevant for most development tasks, making this a sensible pairing for coding workflows.

Student and office work: The 5800XT's PassMark single-thread score of 3535 and 3DMark 2-thread score of 1879 ensure responsive application handling, while the 32 MB shared L3 cache aids in multitasking. The Arc A380's PassMark G2D score of 610 is adequate for desktop compositing and 2D applications. The 75 W TDP of the GPU and 105 W TDP of the CPU mean this build is energy-efficient for daily use.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 7 5800XT uses AMD Socket AM4, which supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. ECC memory support is present, which is notable for workstation-class stability. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Arc A380 uses PCIe 4.0 x8 — a compatible but not fully utilized interface. The platform's DDR4 support means memory upgrades are limited to that generation, but the AM4 socket has a long ecosystem of compatible boards.

The GPU has a 75 W TDP with a suggested PSU of 250 W, while the CPU has a 105 W TDP. This combined thermal and power footprint is modest — the suggested PSU figure for the GPU alone indicates that a sensible power supply headroom exists for the entire system without requiring high-wattage units. The 1x 8-pin power connector on the GPU is a standard requirement. The GPU is marked as end-of-life production status, with its successor listed as Battlemage, so future GPU upgrades within the same class would target newer generations.

A sensible next upgrade path would be a more powerful GPU, since the CPU has substantial headroom — the 5800XT's avg benchmark score of 29879 places it 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and essentially tied with the Ryzen 7 7840H (deltaPct 0%). The CPU's 81st percentile ranking means it can drive significantly faster graphics cards without becoming the limiting factor. Conversely, replacing the CPU while keeping the Arc A380 would yield minimal performance gains in graphics-bound workloads, as the GPU's 44th percentile is the constraint.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is a 5000-series desktop processor built on the Zen 3 architecture (codename Vermeer) using TSMC's 7 nm process node, with 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 memory across a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking.

Benchmark results indicate a well-rounded performer. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23794 and R20 multicore score of 9993 show strong multi-threaded capability, while the single-core scores of 3359 (R23) and 1410 (R20) confirm solid single-thread performance. The PassMark multithread score of 28053 and single-thread score of 3535 reinforce this profile. The 3DMark scaling from 2-thread (1879) to 16-thread (7683) shows near-linear gains, indicating efficient thread utilization. The max-thread score of 7680 is nearly identical to the 16-thread score, confirming that all 16 threads are fully engaged.

The data compression score of 352002 and integer math score of 93942 highlight strengths in file operations and general computing. The floating-point math score of 53808 and extended instructions score of 24270 indicate solid FPU performance for scientific and engineering workloads. The find prime numbers score of 119 is notably low, suggesting this CPU is not optimized for single-threaded integer algorithms of that type. The physics score of 1355 and random string sorting score of 35911 round out a profile that is competitive with the nearest rivals — the Ryzen 7 7840H (deltaPct 0%) and Ryzen 5 9600X (deltaPct 0.6%).

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a pronounced imbalance between CPU and GPU capabilities. The CPU sits at the 81st percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 44th percentile among all GPUs — a 37-percentile gap. In graphics-bound workloads, the Arc A380 will be the limiting factor. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 6252, for instance, is only marginally above its nearest rival AMD Radeon 880M (deltaPct 1.4%), while the CPU's avg benchmark score of 29879 is competitive with much newer processors.

In CPU-bound workloads, the Arc A380 is more than sufficient — the GPU's PassMark DirectX scores (10: 37, 11: 38, 12: 35) are all low, but these are legacy API tests. For productivity tasks like data compression (352002) and encryption (21461), the GPU is largely idle, and the CPU's performance is the sole determinant. The 3DMark 8-thread score of 6141 indicates that the CPU can feed the GPU adequately in lighter titles, but the GPU's 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 throughput will cap frame rates in heavier games.

The FPS scaling evidence is absent (no measured FPS data exists for this pairing), but the percentile gap alone suggests that any game that stresses the GPU will see the Arc A380 maxed out while the 5800XT idles. Conversely, in games that are CPU-limited — typically lower-resolution esports titles — the 5800XT's 3DMark single-thread score of 959 and 2-thread score of 1879 will deliver high frame generation, but the GPU's 186.0 GB/s bandwidth may still limit final output. The combined percentile of 63 reflects this mixed balance, where the CPU's strength pulls the overall score up but the GPU holds it back from higher tiers.

FAQ

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 5800XT support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is a feature beneficial for workstation stability and data integrity.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Arc A380?

A: The Intel Arc A380 had a launch MSRP of 149 USD.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800XT compare to the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H?

A: The 5800XT has an average benchmark score of 29879, which is essentially identical to the Ryzen 7 7840H's 29868, showing a deltaPct of 0%.

Q: Is the Intel Arc A380 still in production?

A: No, the Arc A380 is marked as end-of-life in production status, with its successor listed as Battlemage.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Arc A380?

A: The GPU has 186.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, based on a 96-bit bus with GDDR6 memory at 15.5 Gbps effective.

Q: What socket does the Ryzen 7 5800XT use?

A: The CPU uses AMD Socket AM4 and supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration.

Q: How does the Arc A380's PassMark G3D score compare to the AMD Radeon 880M?

A: The Arc A380 scores 6252 in PassMark G3D, which is 1.4% higher than the AMD Radeon 880M's score of 8436 (the deltaPct is 1.4% from the GPU's perspective).

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU-heavy workloads over graphics performance. Content creators working with data compression (352002 score) or encryption (21461 score) will find the 5800XT's 8 cores and 16 threads well-suited. Software developers engaged in compilation — where integer math (93942) and extended instructions (24270) matter — will benefit from the CPU's 81st-percentile standing. Students and office workers running typical productivity suites will experience responsive single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread 3535) without needing the GPU's full capabilities.

Gamers at 1080p who play esports titles or older games may find the Arc A380 adequate, given its 6 GB VRAM and 44th-percentile rank. However, this is not a build for high-refresh gaming at demanding settings — the GPU's 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 65.60 GPixel/s pixel rate are entry-level figures. Small business workstations that need reliable multitasking and data handling, but only light graphics, would be well-served by this pairing. The CPU's ECC memory support and 32 MB L3 cache make it suitable for spreadsheet-heavy financial work or database operations.

The 5800XT's 105 W TDP and the GPU's 75 W TDP, with a suggested PSU of 250 W for the GPU alone, indicate a low-power build suitable for compact or energy-conscious systems. The production status is active for the CPU, ensuring ongoing availability, while the GPU is end-of-life, which may affect long-term replacement options. Users who anticipate upgrading the GPU later — to a model that better matches the CPU's 81st percentile — will find this a sensible starting point.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A380 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture (generation Alchemist, Arc 3) using TSMC's 6 nm process, with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die at a transistor density of 45.9M per mm². It has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus, delivering 186.0 GB/s bandwidth. The GPU features 1024 shading units, 64 TMUs, 32 ROPs, and 8 RT cores, with base and boost clocks of 2000 MHz and 2050 MHz respectively. The memory clock runs at 1937 MHz (15.5 Gbps effective).

Compute throughput is rated at 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 and 8.397 TFLOPS FP16 (2:1 ratio). Pixel rate is 65.60 GPixel/s and texture rate is 131.2 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 2.0. The card is dual-slot with a 222 mm length, 114 mm height, and 42 mm width, requiring a single 8-pin power connector.

Benchmark results show a mixed picture. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 is modest, while Geekbench OpenCL (38224) and Vulkan (36736) indicate moderate compute performance. PassMark scores are inconsistent: G3D is 6252, but DirectX 12 (35) and DirectX 11 (38) are very low, while DirectX 9 (73) is higher — suggesting driver or API-level challenges on modern workloads. The GPU compute score of 2762 is low relative to G3D, indicating that raw compute is not this card's strength. The nearest rival, AMD FirePro W5170M, has a score of 8595 (deltaPct -0.4%), placing the A380 essentially at parity with a mobile workstation GPU from an older generation.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT (8 cores, 16 threads, Zen 3 architecture) with the Intel Arc A380 (Xe-HPG, 6 GB GDDR6). The CPU is a 5000-series desktop processor released with an active production status, while the GPU is an end-of-life entry-level discrete card. The combined percentile of 63 places this system above the majority of builds in the database, but the gap between the CPU's 81st percentile and the GPU's 44th percentile defines its character.

The CPU's avg benchmark score of 29879 and the GPU's avg benchmark score of 8558 illustrate the performance disparity. In the overall tier structure, this build is a CPU-first configuration where the processor does the heavy lifting across most workloads, and the GPU provides basic graphics output and light acceleration. The pairing is sensible for users who need strong computational performance without the cost or power draw of a high-end GPU. The 5800XT's launch MSRP was $249, and the A380's was 149 USD, indicating a mid-range CPU with an entry-level GPU.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 7 5800XT delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23794 and single-core of 3359, with a PassMark multithread score of 28053 and single-thread of 3535. The 3DMark scores scale from 959 (single-thread) to 7683 (16-thread), showing strong multi-threading efficiency. The CPU's percentile rank of 81 among all CPUs confirms it outperforms the majority of processors in the database, with its avg score of 29879 nearly matching the Ryzen 7 7840H (29868, deltaPct 0%) and slightly trailing the Ryzen 7 8845HS (29955, deltaPct -0.3%).

The Intel Arc A380 achieves a PassMark G3D score of 6252 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808, with Geekbench OpenCL of 38224 and Vulkan of 36736. Its percentile rank of 44 among all GPUs places it below average, with an avg benchmark score of 8558. The combined picture is a system where the CPU's 81st-percentile performance pulls the overall ranking to the 63rd percentile, but the GPU's 44th percentile is a clear limiting factor for graphics-intensive workloads. The PassMark DirectX scores (10: 37, 11: 38, 12: 35) are notably low, suggesting that the GPU's performance is inconsistent across API generations.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows, and the dataIsMeasured flag is false. Therefore, all frame rate discussions below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the individual components.

In 1080p gaming, the Arc A380's 6 GB VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for moderate settings in most titles. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 suggests it can handle DirectX 12 games at low-to-medium settings, but the low PassMark DirectX 12 score of 35 indicates potential driver-level inefficiencies. Esports titles like CS:GO or Valorant, which are CPU-bound, may see higher frame rates — the 5800XT's 3DMark 2-thread score of 1879 and single-thread of 959 provide strong CPU-side frame generation, but the GPU's 65.60 GPixel/s pixel rate will cap output at roughly 1080p60 in many cases.

At 1440p, the A380's 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 96-bit memory bus become significant constraints. Frame rates would likely drop below 60 FPS in most modern titles at even medium settings. At 4K, the GPU is largely unsuitable for gaming, with the 186.0 GB/s bandwidth and 6 GB VRAM proving inadequate. The CPU, however, would not be the bottleneck at any resolution — its 81st-percentile ranking ensures it can support a much faster GPU if the user upgrades. For users considering this build primarily for gaming, the estimates suggest focusing on 1080p with modest settings, or prioritizing CPU-heavy workloads instead.