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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

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89%

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93%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 7 8700F

30,746 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

27,425 Benchmark Score

Top 7% Market Ranking

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90-100

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70-89

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The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT form a desktop pairing that sits at the 77th combined percentile, indicating a system that is well above the median for both productivity and gaming tasks. The data shows a CPU that is a strong all-rounder with a high multithreaded ceiling, paired with a GPU that is a generation old but still holds a respectable position in the performance hierarchy. This analysis will examine the balance between these components, their individual strengths, and the types of workloads where this combination excels or shows its limits.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Ryzen 7 8700F and the RX 6700 XT is a study in complementary strengths. The CPU's average benchmark score of 30,746 places it at the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU's average score of 27,425 places it at the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. This 10-point gap in percentiles suggests the processor has a slight edge in overall compute capability relative to the graphics card, making the GPU the more likely performance ceiling in heavily graphics-bound scenarios.

Looking at the CPU's thread scaling provides a clear picture of its behavior. The 3DMark score scales from 1,989 with 2 threads to 7,883 with 16 threads, showing excellent scaling up to 8 threads (6,559) and only marginal gains beyond that point (7,861 at max threads). This indicates that the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are fully utilized by multithreaded applications, but the architecture is not one that sees massive returns from additional threads beyond the physical core count. The single-thread score of 1,008 is strong, suggesting the CPU can feed the GPU adequately in most gaming scenarios without becoming a primary bottleneck.

The data implies a system where the GPU will be the limiting factor in most gaming workloads, particularly at higher resolutions where pixel throughput becomes more demanding. The RX 6700 XT's PassMark G3D score of 19,786 is substantial, but the CPU's high single-core performance and 16 threads ensure it is unlikely to hold back the GPU in most titles. However, in CPU-intensive simulations or heavily threaded productivity tasks, the CPU's 82nd percentile ranking means it will be the component that dictates overall system performance, while the GPU handles graphics-specific tasks with its 72nd percentile standing.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with the Navi 22 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. The GPU is equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s. This configuration is substantial for a card of its class, providing enough memory capacity and bandwidth for high-resolution textures and demanding rendering tasks. The memory operates at an effective speed of 16 Gbps, with a base clock of 2321 MHz and a boost clock of 2581 MHz.

The card's compute capabilities are defined by its 2,560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation processors. It also includes 40 ray tracing cores, which are essential for hardware-accelerated ray tracing effects in modern games. The rendering rates are notable: a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 413.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is rated at 13.21 TFLOPS, with FP16 performance at 26.43 TFLOPS (2:1), indicating strong general-purpose compute for a mid-range to upper-mid-range GPU.

Benchmark results show a GPU that performs well in API-agnostic tests. The PassMark G3D score of 19,786 places it at the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile, which has an average score of 27,435, a delta of 0.0%. Interestingly, the RX 6700 XT is also within 0.5% of the desktop NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, which has an average score of 27,565. This suggests the RX 6700 XT offers desktop-class performance that is competitive with a previous generation's flagship, at least in these aggregate benchmarks.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark results paint a picture of a versatile processor. In Cinebench R23, it scores 26,646 in multi-core and 3,761 in single-core. The multi-core score is particularly strong, reflecting the benefit of 8 cores and 16 threads. The Geekbench scores are 13,523 in multi-core and 2,290 in single-core. In PassMark, the CPU scores 30,893 in multithreaded tests and 3,872 in single-thread tests. The 3DMark tests show a progression from 1,008 in single-thread to 7,883 in 16-thread, confirming efficient scaling. Its average benchmark score of 30,746 places it at the 82nd percentile, and its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, is only 0.4% behind, while the Intel Core i5-13600H is 0.6% behind.

The GPU's benchmark results are equally informative. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 2,435. Its Geekbench scores are 130,896 in Metal, 44,152 in OpenCL, and 93,500 in Vulkan. The PassMark G3D score is 19,786, and the GPU compute score is 9,336. The average benchmark score for the GPU is 27,425, which places it at the 72nd percentile. The data indicates that while the GPU is not a top-tier part, it is a solid performer that can handle modern gaming and compute tasks. The combined picture is a system where the CPU is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU, but both are well above average, resulting in a balanced 77th combined percentile.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for this desktop build is 77, indicating it performs better than 77% of all tested CPU and GPU combinations.

Q: How does the CPU's multithreaded performance compare to its single-threaded performance?

A: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 26,646, while its single-core score is 3,761. This shows strong multithreading capability, with the 8-core/16-thread configuration providing significant scaling from single-threaded workloads.

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

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s.

Q: Which component is likely to be the performance bottleneck in this system?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the more likely bottleneck in graphics-heavy tasks, as its 72nd percentile ranking is lower than the CPU's 82nd percentile ranking.

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

A: The CPU uses the AMD Socket AM5 and supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.

Q: Does the GPU support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, the GPU is based on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and includes 40 ray tracing cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

Q: What is the suggested power supply requirement for this GPU?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 230 W and a suggested power supply of 550 W.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The base clock is 4.10 GHz, and the boost clock is 5.00 GHz. The CPU has a 65 W TDP, making it an efficient part for a desktop. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports dual-channel DDR5 memory and has 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes (CPU only). This is a desktop part with an unlocked multiplier, allowing for overclocking.

Benchmark results for the CPU are consistently strong across various tests. In Cinebench R20, it scores 11,191 in multi-core and 1,579 in single-core. The PassMark data shows a high integer math score of 100,371 and a floating-point math score of 62,629. The data encryption score is 22,117, and the extended instructions score is 28,474. These scores indicate a CPU that is well-suited for a wide range of tasks, from general productivity to complex scientific computations. The single-thread score of 3,872 in PassMark is high, ensuring snappy responsiveness in everyday applications and games.

The CPU's percentile ranking of 82 places it ahead of many other processors. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, has an average score of 30,879, a delta of -0.4%, meaning the 8700F is slightly ahead. The Intel Core i5-13600H has a delta of 0.6%, meaning the 8700F is slightly behind. This shows the 8700F is in a competitive performance tier, trading blows with high-end laptop and low-power desktop parts. The CPU's real-world strength lies in its balanced combination of high single-thread speed and robust multithreading, making it a versatile choice for a desktop build.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's high single-thread score of 3,872 in PassMark ensures it can handle the frame pacing required for high-refresh-rate monitors. The GPU's 72nd percentile ranking and 12 GB of VRAM suggest it can push high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p in most titles, though it may struggle to maintain maximum refresh rates at 4K in demanding games.

Streaming: With 8 cores and 16 threads, the CPU has ample headroom to handle game encoding and streaming simultaneously. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646 indicates that the CPU can handle the extra load of x264 encoding without severely impacting game performance, making it a capable streaming platform.

Video editing: The CPU's strong multithreaded performance is a boon for video editing. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score and PassMark multithread score of 30,893 suggest that tasks like rendering and exporting will be handled efficiently. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM and compute scores (e.g., 93,500 in Vulkan) also help with GPU-accelerated effects and rendering.

3D rendering: The CPU's high core count and strong scores in extended instructions (28,474) and floating-point math (62,629) make it a solid choice for CPU-based rendering. The GPU, with its 13.21 TFLOPS FP32 performance, can also accelerate rendering in applications that support OpenCL or Vulkan.

Software development: The CPU's balance of single-thread and multithread performance is ideal for compilation and running development tools. The high integer math score of 100,371 indicates strong performance in tasks that involve heavy arithmetic, and the 16 threads allow for parallel builds.

Student and office work: For general productivity, this system is overpowered. The CPU's single-thread score of 3,872 ensures snappy performance in web browsers and office suites. The GPU is more than sufficient for any 2D or light 3D tasks a student might encounter, and the 12 GB of VRAM is ample for any future needs.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate figures here are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (3,761 in Cinebench R23) suggests it will not be a limiting factor in most games. The GPU, with a PassMark G3D score of 19,786 and a 72nd percentile ranking, is positioned to deliver high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

For esports titles and less demanding games, the RX 6700 XT should easily achieve high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, likely exceeding 144 FPS in many competitive shooters. For AAA games, the 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for 1440p with high textures, and the GPU's 384.0 GB/s memory bandwidth helps maintain smooth performance. At 4K, the GPU's 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 performance may struggle to maintain high frame rates in the most demanding titles, and users would likely need to lower settings to achieve playable performance. The CPU's 16 threads and high clock speeds will support the GPU well, ensuring consistent frame delivery.

Build Overview

This build is a desktop class system that pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT. The CPU is a modern 8-core, 16-thread part from the 8000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture, and is currently an active production part. The GPU is from the Radeon RX 6000 series, based on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, and is now end-of-life. The combined percentile for this pairing is 77, indicating a system that outperforms the vast majority of other builds.

The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking means it is a high-performing processor, while the GPU's 72nd percentile ranking is also above average. This creates a system that is well-balanced for a desktop, with the CPU having a slight edge in raw compute power. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM and 384.0 GB/s bandwidth are modern enough to handle current game requirements, and the CPU's DDR5 memory support ensures a fast platform. This pairing is best described as a high-mid-range desktop configuration, capable of handling demanding workloads and modern gaming.

Who Should Build It

This system is ideal for gamers who play at 1080p or 1440p resolution. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM and strong benchmark scores ensure it can handle the latest games at high settings, while the CPU's high single-thread performance ensures high and consistent frame rates. Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will also benefit from the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, which provide strong multithreaded performance for rendering tasks, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's strong integer and floating-point math scores, which are useful for compilation and running complex algorithms. Students and office workers will find this system to be extremely responsive and capable of handling any task they throw at it, though it is more powerful than strictly necessary for basic productivity. Small business workstations that need to run demanding applications, such as CAD software or data analysis tools, would also benefit from the combination of the CPU's compute power and the GPU's acceleration capabilities. The CPU's 65 W TDP makes it an efficient choice for a workstation that runs for long periods.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built on the AMD Socket AM5, which is a current and active platform. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and the platform uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes available from the CPU. The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is fully compatible and provides sufficient bandwidth for the card. The CPU has an unlocked multiplier, allowing for overclocking to extract additional performance.

The GPU has a TDP of 230 W and a suggested power supply of 550 W, meaning most modern power supplies will have enough headroom for this system. A sensible next upgrade path for this build would be to focus on the GPU, as it is the component with the lower percentile ranking and is end-of-life. Upgrading to a newer, more powerful GPU would be the most direct way to increase gaming performance. The CPU, on the other hand, is a recent release with a high percentile ranking, so it has more longevity. The AM5 socket also provides a clear path for future CPU upgrades within the same platform, allowing users to keep their motherboard and memory while swapping in a newer processor. The 65 W TDP of the CPU also means that a future CPU upgrade would likely not require a new power supply.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

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