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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 6800H + Intel Arc A350M

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
86%
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GPU
92%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 7 6800H

25,201 Benchmark Score
Top 14% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A350M

24,647 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H and Intel Arc A350M pairing represents a laptop configuration where the CPU is the dominant component, delivering strong multi-threaded performance that outclasses the entry-level discrete GPU. The data indicates a significant imbalance: the CPU sits at the 77th percentile among all processors, while the GPU sits at the 70th percentile among all GPUs, resulting in a combined percentile of 74. This configuration is best understood as a capable productivity platform with moderate gaming capabilities, where the CPU will rarely be the limiting factor in graphics-intensive workloads.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data clearly establishes the CPU as the stronger half of this pairing. The Ryzen 7 6800H achieves an average benchmark score of 25201, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, while the Arc A350M's average score of 24647 places it in the 70th percentile of all GPUs. This 554-point gap in raw average scores, combined with the nature of the workloads, points to the GPU as the primary bottleneck in gaming and graphics-heavy tasks.

The CPU's scaling behavior illustrates its multi-threaded strength. The 3DMark scores show a progression from 872 in single-thread to 1695 in 2-threads, 3214 in 4-threads, 5392 in 8-threads, and 6560 in 16-threads. This near-linear scaling up to 8 threads and continued gains at 16 threads indicates that the 8-core, 16-thread design is well-utilized across heavily threaded workloads. The 2-thread score of 1695 is roughly 1.94 times the single-thread score, showing excellent efficiency in lightly threaded tasks, while the 16-thread score of 6560 is approximately 7.5 times the single-thread score, demonstrating strong multi-core scaling.

The bottleneck dynamic shifts depending on the workload. In CPU-bound tasks like data compression (PassMark score of 293929), encryption (18260), and integer math (85397), the Ryzen 7 6800H will operate at its full potential. However, in gaming scenarios, the Arc A350M's 3.379 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 112.0 GB/s memory bandwidth will cap frame rates well below what the CPU could theoretically support. The GPU's 4 GB GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus is a clear constraint for modern game textures and resolutions, making the GPU the definitive bottleneck in most gaming scenarios.

The PassMark physics score of 1046 and floating-point math score of 47989 further reinforce the CPU's capability for simulation and scientific workloads. The physics score, in particular, suggests that the CPU can handle complex game physics calculations without becoming a limiting factor, but the GPU's modest rendering power means overall gaming performance will be constrained by the graphics subsystem.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the AMD Socket FP7, which is a mobile-specific socket design. The Ryzen 7 6800H supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. This memory bandwidth is adequate for the CPU's needs but will not bottleneck the Arc A350M, which has its own dedicated 4 GB GDDR6 memory with 112.0 GB/s bandwidth.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the GPU interfaces via PCIe 4.0 x8. This PCIe 4.0 x8 connection for the GPU is sufficient for the Arc A350M's bandwidth requirements, as the GPU's memory bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s is far below what PCIe 4.0 x8 can deliver. The platform does not support ECC memory, which is typical for a consumer mobile processor.

The CPU's TDP is 45 W, while the GPU's TDP is 25 W, indicating a combined thermal envelope of approximately 70 W for the core components. This is a modest power budget for a laptop, suggesting that the system can be cooled effectively. The GPU does not have a suggested PSU rating, and the display outputs are portable device dependent, meaning the laptop manufacturer determines the actual video outputs.

The upgrade path for this platform is limited by the mobile socket design. The Socket FP7 is not designed for user upgrades, and the laptop form factor restricts component swapping. The Radeon 680M integrated graphics in the CPU provides a fallback if the discrete GPU fails, but the system's performance is tied to both the CPU and GPU as shipped. A sensible next upgrade for users seeking better graphics performance would be a laptop with a higher-tier GPU, as the CPU's 77th percentile position suggests it has headroom to pair with a stronger graphics card. However, the data shows the CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS (0.2% faster), AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (0.3% faster), and Intel Core i5-13400F (0.4% faster), indicating the 6800H is well-positioned within its performance class.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is a mobile processor from the 6000 series, built on the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt codename. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU is manufactured on TSMC's 6 nm process node, with a die size of 208 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

The benchmark scores paint a clear picture of a strong multi-threaded performer. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 13094 in multicore and 1542 in single-core. The multicore score is approximately 8.5 times the single-core score, which is excellent scaling for an 8-core processor. Geekbench results show 9642 multicore and 1761 single-core, with a similar ratio. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6560 and max-thread score of 6532 are nearly identical, confirming that the CPU reaches its performance plateau at 16 threads.

The PassMark results reveal workload-specific strengths. The data compression score of 293929 is exceptionally high, indicating strong performance in file archiving and compression tasks. Integer math scores 85397, floating-point math scores 47989, and extended instructions score 20114, showing balanced performance across different computational types. The random string sorting score of 30668 suggests good memory subsystem performance. The data encryption score of 18260 and find prime numbers score of 57 are more moderate, indicating that the CPU is not specialized in these specific workloads.

The CPU's 77th percentile ranking places it ahead of 77% of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, is only 0.2% faster, making the 6800H effectively performance-equivalent to its closest competitor. The Intel Core i5-13400F is 0.4% faster, while the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS is 0.3% faster, but the AMD EPYC 9474F is 0.4% slower. This clustering of rivals within a 0.8% performance band indicates that the 6800H is competitive with a range of desktop and mobile processors, making it a versatile choice for productivity workloads.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows for the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H with the Intel Arc A350M, so all frame rate discussions are estimated from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than measured results.

The gaming performance of this pairing is fundamentally limited by the Arc A350M. The GPU's 3.379 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 112.0 GB/s memory bandwidth position it at the 70th percentile of all GPUs, which is a moderate level. The GPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 590 (0.4% faster), NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (0.5% faster), AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (0.8% slower), and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 (1.5% slower). This places the Arc A350M in the performance class of older desktop GPUs and entry-level mobile GPUs.

For gaming at 1080p, the Arc A350M's 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit memory bus will be the primary constraints. The GPU can likely handle esports titles and older games at medium settings, but modern AAA titles will require reduced settings and may struggle with high-resolution textures. The CPU's strong gaming physics score of 1046 in PassMark suggests that the Ryzen 7 6800H will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios, but the GPU's modest rasterization capabilities will cap frame rates.

The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, providing access to modern graphics APIs. The 6 ray tracing cores enable some ray tracing functionality, but the limited FP32 throughput means ray tracing performance will be modest. For users prioritizing gaming, this configuration is best suited for 1080p gaming at medium settings or esports titles at high refresh rates, with the understanding that the GPU is the limiting factor.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who need strong CPU performance for productivity tasks but have modest GPU requirements. The Ryzen 7 6800H's 77th percentile CPU ranking and robust multi-threaded scores make it well-suited for content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13094 and Geekbench multicore score of 9642 indicate that the CPU can handle demanding creative workloads efficiently.

The CPU's strong data compression score of 293929 and integer math score of 85397 make it valuable for developers, data analysts, and researchers who work with large datasets or compile code frequently. The 16 threads provide ample parallelism for modern development tools and scientific computing applications. Students in engineering, computer science, or data science fields would benefit from the CPU's performance for simulations and analysis work.

Small business workstations that require reliable multi-threaded performance for office productivity, database management, and financial modeling would also benefit from this CPU. The 45 W TDP is manageable for laptop cooling solutions, allowing for a portable workstation form factor. However, users who prioritize gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering should consider this configuration carefully, as the Arc A350M's 70th percentile GPU ranking is the weaker component. The GPU's 4 GB VRAM limits its suitability for professional 3D work or AI training, where larger memory pools are typically required.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A350M is a mobile graphics processor based on the Xe-HPG architecture, with the Alchemist generation and DG2-128 chip. It is manufactured on TSMC's 6 nm process node with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die, giving a transistor density of 45.9 million per mm². The GPU has 768 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 raster output units, along with 6 ray tracing cores.

The memory subsystem consists of 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 1750 MHz, with 14 Gbps effective transfer rate. The GPU's base clock is 1150 MHz with a boost clock of 2200 MHz, yielding a pixel rate of 52.80 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 105.6 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 3.379 TFLOPS, with FP16 performance of 6.758 TFLOPS at a 2:1 ratio.

In Geekbench, the GPU scores 24546 in OpenCL and 24747 in Vulkan. These scores are nearly identical, indicating consistent performance across different compute APIs. The average benchmark score of 24647 places the GPU in the 70th percentile of all GPUs, which is a mid-range position. The nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 590, is 0.4% faster, while the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile is 0.5% faster, the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is 0.8% slower, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 is 1.5% slower. This tight clustering of rivals means the Arc A350M competes with older desktop GPUs and entry-level mobile offerings.

The GPU's 25 W TDP is very low, making it suitable for thin and light laptops. The PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface provides adequate bandwidth for the GPU's memory subsystem. The ray tracing cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, but the modest FP32 performance means ray tracing will be limited to lower resolutions and settings. For rendering workloads, the GPU's 3.379 TFLOPS is sufficient for basic 3D rendering and video encoding but will not match dedicated workstation GPUs with higher compute capabilities.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 74, with the CPU at the 77th percentile and the GPU at the 70th percentile.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 6800H compare to its nearest rival, the Ryzen 7 7735HS?

A: The Ryzen 7 7735HS has an average score of 25147, which is 0.2% faster than the Ryzen 7 6800H's average score of 25201.

Q: What is the memory configuration of the Intel Arc A350M?

A: The GPU has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus with a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 6800H support ECC memory?

A: No, the CPU does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the thermal design power of both components?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 45 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 25 W.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The CPU scores 1542 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Q: What graphics APIs does the Arc A350M support?

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

Build Overview

This build pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H mobile processor with the Intel Arc A350M mobile GPU in a laptop form factor. The CPU is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 6000 series based on Zen 3+ architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm TSMC process. The GPU is an entry-level discrete graphics card from Intel's Alchemist generation, based on the Xe-HPG architecture with 4 GB of GDDR6 memory.

The overall tier of this configuration is defined by the combined percentile of 74, which places it in the upper-middle range of all CPU and GPU combinations. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking is notably stronger than the GPU's 70th percentile, making this a CPU-forward build. The CPU's average benchmark score of 25201 is nearly identical to the GPU's average of 24647, but the nature of the workloads means the CPU will dominate in productivity tasks while the GPU limits gaming performance.

This is a laptop-class build with a 45 W CPU and 25 W GPU, totaling a modest power envelope. The system is designed for users who need strong multi-threaded CPU performance for productivity, content creation, and development work, with moderate gaming capabilities. The Arc A350M is an end-of-life product with production status marked as end-of-life, having been released on 2022-03-29.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 25201, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its key scores include a Cinebench R23 multicore of 13094 and single-core of 1542, a Geekbench multicore of 9642 and single-core of 1761, and a 3DMark 16-thread score of 6560. The PassMark multithread score is 23060, with a single-thread score of 3212.

The GPU achieves an average benchmark score of 24647, placing it in the 70th percentile of all GPUs. Its Geekbench OpenCL score is 24546, and its Vulkan score is 24747. The GPU's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 590, is 0.4% faster, while the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile is 0.5% faster and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is 0.8% slower.

The combined picture shows a configuration where the CPU is the stronger component. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking is seven points higher than the GPU's 70th percentile, and the CPU's nearest rivals are all within 0.4% of its performance, indicating a highly competitive processor. The GPU's nearest rivals span a 2.3% performance range, showing more variance in its performance class. The combined percentile of 74 reflects a balanced but CPU-leaning build, where the Ryzen 7 6800H provides ample processing power for demanding workloads, while the Arc A350M offers moderate graphics performance suitable for entry-level gaming and general GPU-accelerated tasks.