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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 5825U + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile

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AMD Ryzen 7 5825U

25,446 Benchmark Score

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This analysis examines a laptop configuration pairing AMD’s Ryzen 7 5825U processor with NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile GPU. The data shows an extreme imbalance between the low-power CPU and the flagship mobile graphics processor. The following sections interpret the benchmark results, platform constraints, and usage scenarios based exclusively on the provided fact pack.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, which uses the AMD Socket FP6. This is a mobile BGA package, meaning the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and is not upgradeable in any conventional sense. The memory support is limited to DDR4, running on a dual-channel bus. The CPU’s memory bandwidth is listed at 51.2 GB/s, which is a significant constraint when paired with a GPU that has a memory bandwidth of 576.0 GB/s. The system uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the GPU itself operates on a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface. This creates a situation where the CPU’s older PCIe generation may limit data transfer speeds between the processor and the graphics card, though the practical impact depends on the workload.

The CPU has a TDP of 15 W, which is typical for a low-power ultraportable processor. The GPU, on the other hand, has a TDP of 120 W. The fact pack does not provide a suggested PSU wattage for this configuration, but the combined thermal envelope of the CPU and GPU (15 W + 120 W) suggests that the laptop requires a robust cooling solution and a substantial power adapter. The GPU uses no external power connectors, indicating it draws power solely from the motherboard, which is a design choice for mobile implementations.

For a sensible next upgrade, the data suggests that the CPU is the limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 5825U is an older 5000-series part, while the GPU is from the newer GeForce 40-series. A user looking to improve system balance would need to consider a platform change to a newer CPU socket that supports faster memory and newer PCIe standards. However, since this is a laptop, the entire system would need replacement. The fact pack shows the CPU’s nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U with an average score of 25432, which is only 0.1% different, indicating that a newer CPU with the same core count would not offer a substantial performance uplift in general benchmarks.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data reveals a stark contrast between the CPU and GPU scores. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 25446, placing it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. In contrast, the GPU’s average benchmark score is 43667, placing it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs. This indicates that the GPU is significantly stronger relative to its market segment than the CPU is relative to its segment.

Looking at specific CPU results, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 10152, while the single-core score is 1452. The Geekbench multi-core score is 7288, and the single-core score is 1618. These numbers show a processor that is adequate for general productivity but not exceptional for heavy multi-threaded workloads. The CPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U (deltaPct 0.1) and the Intel Core i7-11700KF (deltaPct 0.1), which means the 5825U performs almost identically to these parts in aggregate. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is slightly ahead at 25517, showing a -0.3% delta, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U is also slightly ahead at 25485.

For the GPU, the results are more impressive. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 180831, and the Vulkan score is 170774. The Passmark G3D score is 27212, which is a strong result. The GPU’s nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 (deltaPct 0.8), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile (deltaPct 0.9), and the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (deltaPct -0.9). The RTX 4090 Mobile sits between these professional and consumer cards, indicating it is a high-end mobile part. However, the CPU’s 15 W TDP and modest scores mean that the combined system percentile is 81, which is lower than the GPU’s individual percentile of 84.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is built on the AD103 chip using the Ada Lovelace architecture on a 5 nm process node. It contains 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. The GPU features 9728 shading units, 304 texture mapping units, and 112 raster operation units. For ray tracing and AI acceleration, it has 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores.

The memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 576.0 GB/s. The memory clock runs at 2250 MHz, with an effective data rate of 18 Gbps. The GPU’s base clock is 1335 MHz, and the boost clock is 1695 MHz. The pixel rate is 189.8 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 515.3 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 32.98 TFLOPS, with FP16 performance also at 32.98 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

The benchmark scores reflect this hardware. The Passmark G3D score of 27212 places the GPU in the 84th percentile. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 180831 suggests strong compute performance for tasks like rendering and scientific simulation. The Vulkan score of 170774 indicates good gaming API performance. For rendering workloads, the combination of 16 GB VRAM and 576.0 GB/s bandwidth means that large textures and complex scenes can be handled without running out of memory. The 76 RT cores should provide solid ray tracing performance, though the fact pack does not include specific RT benchmark scores to quantify this.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4090 Mobile is capable of driving high frame rates at modern resolutions. With a Passmark G3D score of 27212 and a percentile of 84, the GPU is one of the stronger mobile parts. However, the CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1452 may be a bottleneck in CPU-bound titles, preventing the system from achieving maximum frame rates in all scenarios.

Streaming: The GPU’s 304 tensor cores and 76 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for encoding and AI features. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 170774 suggests that the GPU can handle the graphics load of gaming while leaving headroom for encoding tasks. However, the CPU’s modest 8 cores and 16 threads may limit the ability to run a game, encode a stream, and handle chat simultaneously without impacting performance.

Video editing: The Passmark GPU Compute score of 12347 indicates strong parallel processing capability for effects and color grading. The 16 GB VRAM is ample for 4K timelines and multi-layer compositions. The CPU’s Passmark multi-thread score of 18131 suggests that it can handle 4K video encoding, though not at the speed of a higher-end desktop processor.

3D rendering: The GPU’s FP32 performance of 32.98 TFLOPS and the high Geekbench OpenCL score of 180831 make this system well-suited for GPU-accelerated rendering in applications like Blender or Octane. The 16 GB VRAM is sufficient for complex scenes with high-resolution textures. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10152 is adequate for scene preparation and physics calculations, but it is not a top-tier CPU rendering part.

Software development: The CPU’s Geekbench single-core score of 1618 and multi-core score of 7288 are sufficient for compiling code and running virtual machines. The 8 cores and 16 threads provide good parallel compilation performance. The GPU’s compute capabilities can accelerate certain workloads like machine learning inference, though the CPU’s 15 W TDP limits sustained heavy computational tasks.

Student and office work: The CPU’s Passmark single-thread score of 3053 is more than enough for everyday productivity tasks like web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheets. The integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics can handle basic display output, but the discrete GPU is overkill for this use case. The 15 W TDP of the CPU suggests long battery life potential, but the 120 W GPU would need to be disabled or heavily throttled to achieve that.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 5825U is a mobile processor from the 5000 series, based on the Zen 3 architecture with the codename Barcelo. It is manufactured on a 7 nm process node by TSMC, containing 10,700 million transistors on a die size of 180 mm². The CPU has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2000 MHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The TDP is rated at 15 W, which is low for sustained performance but typical for ultrathin laptops.

The cache hierarchy consists of 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a consumer mobile part. The PCIe support is Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The benchmark scores show a processor that is competitive with other mid-range mobile and desktop parts. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10152 places it behind many desktop CPUs but ahead of most low-power mobile chips. The single-core score of 1452 is respectable for a 15 W part. The Passmark scores show strong integer math performance (72577) and floating-point math (38482), but the find prime numbers score of 48 is notably low, indicating weak single-threaded integer performance in that specific test. The CPU’s percentile of 78 means it outperforms 78% of all CPUs in the database.

The nearest rival analysis shows that the 5825U is nearly identical in average score to the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U (deltaPct 0.1) and the Intel Core i7-11700KF (deltaPct 0.1). This is surprising given that the 7840U is a newer part, but the architecture improvements may be offset by the lower TDP of the 5825U in the benchmark environment. The data suggests that for general computing tasks, this CPU is a solid but not outstanding performer.

Gaming Performance

The fact pack explicitly states that there are no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU and GPU combination. Therefore, all frame rate discussions are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The dataIsMeasured field is false, meaning the measuredFpsUltraByGame object is empty.

Based on the GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 27212 and its 84th percentile ranking, this system is estimated to deliver high frame rates at 1440p and 4K resolutions in most modern games when settings are set to ultra. The 16 GB of VRAM is sufficient for high-resolution textures, and the 576.0 GB/s bandwidth prevents memory bottlenecks in most titles. The GPU’s DirectX 12 score of 107 and DirectX 11 score of 262 from Passmark are difficult to interpret directly, but the overall G3D score indicates strong rasterization performance.

However, the CPU may limit performance in games that rely heavily on single-threaded performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1452 and the Passmark single-thread score of 3053 suggest that the CPU can keep up with most modern game engines, but it may fall behind in esports titles that require very high frame rates at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU could become a bottleneck in CPU-bound scenarios, while at 4K, the GPU is more likely to be the limiting factor.

The estimate is that this system would provide a smooth gaming experience at 1440p and 4K with high settings, but users seeking 240 Hz or higher refresh rates at 1080p may find the CPU holding back the GPU.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who prioritize GPU performance for creative and gaming workloads but do not require top-tier CPU performance. The target audience includes gamers who play at 1440p or 4K resolutions, where the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates. The 16 GB VRAM and 576.0 GB/s bandwidth make it suitable for content creators working with large video files, 3D scenes, or high-resolution textures.

For software developers, the 8-core/16-thread CPU with a Geekbench multi-core score of 7288 is adequate for compilation and testing, while the GPU’s compute capabilities can accelerate certain tasks like image processing or data visualization. The system is also suitable for students and office workers who need a capable machine for everyday tasks, though the high-end GPU is underutilized in these scenarios.

Small business workstations that require GPU acceleration for specific applications, such as CAD or video editing, would benefit from this configuration. The CPU’s Passmark data encryption score of 14088 and data compression score of 221938 indicate solid performance for file operations and security tasks. The ECC memory support is an added benefit for professionals who require data integrity.

The system is not well-suited for users who need sustained multi-threaded CPU performance, such as software renderers or heavy server workloads, given the 15 W TDP and moderate Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10152.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU and GPU pair?

A: The combined percentile for this configuration is 81, which is lower than the GPU’s individual percentile of 84 but higher than the CPU’s percentile of 78.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5825U has an average benchmark score of 25446, which is 0.1% higher than the Ryzen 7 7840U’s score of 25432.

Q: How much memory bandwidth does the GPU have?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 576.0 GB/s, provided by 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus.

Q: Does this system support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is a feature not commonly found in consumer mobile processors.

Q: What is the GPU’s TDP and does it require external power connectors?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 120 W and does not use any external power connectors, drawing power solely from the motherboard.

Q: What API versions does the GPU support?

A: The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: How does the GPU’s average score compare to the NVIDIA RTX A6000?

A: The RTX 4090 Mobile has an average score of 43667, which is 0.9% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A6000’s score of 44075.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data clearly indicates that the CPU is the limiting factor in this configuration. The CPU’s percentile of 78 is lower than the GPU’s percentile of 84, and the combined percentile of 81 reflects this imbalance. In GPU-intensive workloads like gaming at 4K or GPU rendering, the RTX 4090 Mobile will perform near its maximum potential. The Passmark G3D score of 27212 and the Geekbench OpenCL score of 180831 suggest that the GPU can handle heavy parallel workloads without being constrained by the CPU.

In CPU-bound scenarios, such as physics calculations or single-threaded game logic, the Ryzen 7 5825U’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1452 will limit performance. The CPU’s low TDP of 15 W means that it may not sustain boost clocks of 4.50 GHz for extended periods, further constraining performance in long-duration workloads. The memory bandwidth mismatch is also notable: the CPU has a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the GPU has 576.0 GB/s. This means that data transfers between the CPU and GPU over the PCIe Gen 3 interface could become a bottleneck in scenarios where the CPU needs to feed the GPU large amounts of data.

The FPS scaling evidence is not available in the fact pack, but based on the benchmark scores, the system is expected to show diminishing returns at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU is more likely to be the bottleneck, while at 4K, the GPU becomes the primary driver. Users should expect the GPU to be underutilized in lightweight tasks like office work or web browsing, where the CPU’s integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics could handle the load if the discrete GPU were not present. The system is balanced for heavy graphics workloads but unbalanced for general productivity, where the high-end GPU provides no benefit.

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