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89%
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94%
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AMD Ryzen 7 8700F

30,746 Benchmark Score
Top 11% Market Ranking
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30,095 Benchmark Score
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# AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + AMD Radeon RX 6800

This pairing combines AMD's Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 8700F desktop processor with the Radeon RX 6800 graphics card, representing a mainstream high-performance desktop build. The CPU sits at the 82nd percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks at the 75th percentile among all graphics cards, with the combined configuration achieving a 79th percentile ranking. This analysis draws exclusively from the benchmark data and specifications provided, with no measured frame rate data available for this exact combination.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is built on the AMD Socket AM5 platform, which represents AMD's current desktop socket design. The processor uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename, manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process node. The platform supports DDR5 memory exclusively through a dual-channel memory bus, providing 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This DDR5 requirement means builders must use newer memory modules rather than the older DDR4 standard.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 connectivity with 20 lanes available from the processor itself. This PCIe implementation supports modern graphics cards and NVMe storage devices at Gen 4 speeds, though it does not offer Gen 5 connectivity. For the Radeon RX 6800, the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 bus interface, which aligns perfectly with the CPU's available lanes and bandwidth capabilities.

The Radeon RX 6800 has a thermal design power of 250 W, and the manufacturer recommends a 600 W power supply for systems using this graphics card. The CPU's 65 W TDP is modest by desktop standards, meaning the combined power draw of this configuration remains manageable. The GPU requires two 8-pin power connectors and occupies a dual-slot form factor, measuring 267 mm in length, 120 mm in height, and 40 mm in width. Builders should verify their cases accommodate this length and that their power supplies include the necessary connectors.

The CPU supports ECC memory? No, ECC memory is not supported on this processor. The integrated graphics are listed as N/A, meaning this CPU requires a discrete graphics card for display output, which the RX 6800 readily provides. The processor has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking for users seeking additional performance beyond stock settings.

A sensible next upgrade path from this configuration would involve moving to a higher-tier AM5 processor within the same socket, as the motherboard and memory infrastructure would carry over. The GPU, being end-of-life in production status, could eventually be replaced with a newer generation card, though the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface remains current and compatible with future graphics solutions.

Benchmark Performance

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F delivers strong benchmark results across multiple testing methodologies. In 3DMark testing, the CPU scores 7,883 with 16 threads, 1,989 with 2 threads, 3,839 with 4 threads, 6,559 with 8 threads, 7,861 with maximum threads, and 1,008 in single-thread. The near-identical scores between 16-thread (7,883) and maximum-thread (7,861) testing indicate the processor's 8-core/16-thread configuration is fully utilized.

Cinebench results reinforce this performance profile. The R15 test shows 2,685 multi-core and 378 single-core scores. R20 delivers 11,191 multi-core and 1,579 single-core. R23, a more demanding workload, produces 26,646 multi-core and 3,761 single-core scores. Geekbench testing yields 13,523 multi-core and 2,290 single-core results.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 30,746 places it at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals show remarkably close competition: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS scores 30,879 (0.4% higher), the Intel Core i5-13600H scores 30,548 (0.6% lower), the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 30,468 (0.9% lower), and the Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31,028 (0.9% higher). This tight clustering indicates the 8700F performs essentially on par with these competing processors, with all four rivals within 1% of its average score.

The Radeon RX 6800 delivers an average benchmark score of 30,095, placing it at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 testing, it scores 3,188. Geekbench results show 153,635 in Metal, 24,508 in OpenCL, and 115,107 in Vulkan. Passmark testing produces 22,067 in G3D and 10,864 in GPU compute.

The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti with a score of 29,945 (0.5% lower), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile at 29,928 (0.6% lower), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti at 29,783 (1% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 6700 at 30,433 (1.1% higher). This positions the RX 6800 as competitive with high-end previous-generation NVIDIA cards and slightly behind a newer AMD offering.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F features 8 cores and 16 threads, operating with a base clock of 4.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This 8000 series processor uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename, built on TSMC's 4 nm process with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

The 65 W TDP is notably efficient for an 8-core desktop processor, suggesting the 4 nm manufacturing process delivers strong performance-per-watt characteristics. The CPU's benchmark scores reflect this efficiency, with Cinebench R23 multi-core performance of 26,646 representing substantial throughput for rendering and compute workloads. The single-core R23 score of 3,761 indicates strong single-threaded responsiveness for everyday tasks.

Passmark testing reveals specific workload characteristics. The processor scores 378,160 in data compression, 22,117 in data encryption, 28,474 in extended instructions, 98 in find prime numbers, 62,629 in floating point math, 100,371 in integer math, 30,893 in multithread, 1,553 in physics, 45,425 in random string sorting, and 3,872 in single-thread testing. These varied scores show particular strength in integer math and data compression, while the low prime number score suggests weaker performance in that specific mathematical workload.

The 3DMark thread scaling data provides insight into the CPU's multi-threading efficiency. The 16-thread score of 7,883 is nearly identical to the 8-thread score of 6,559 scaled appropriately, indicating good thread utilization. The single-thread score of 1,008 combined with the 2-thread score of 1,989 shows near-perfect scaling at low thread counts, demonstrating the architecture's efficiency in lightly-threaded workloads.

FAQ

Q: What socket does the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F use?

A: The processor uses AMD Socket AM5, which is AMD's current desktop platform supporting DDR5 memory.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 8700F have integrated graphics?

A: No, the integrated graphics are listed as N/A, meaning a discrete graphics card is required for display output.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of this CPU?

A: The dual-channel DDR5 memory bus provides 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: How does the RX 6800 compare to the RTX 3070 Ti?

A: The RX 6800 scores 30,095 on average, while the RTX 3070 Ti scores 29,945, making the RX 6800 0.5% faster in average benchmark performance.

Q: What power supply is recommended for the RX 6800?

A: The suggested PSU rating is 600 W, and the GPU requires two 8-pin power connectors.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 8700F unlocked for overclocking?

A: Yes, the multiplier is unlocked, allowing users to adjust clock speeds beyond stock settings.

Q: What PCIe version does the CPU support?

A: The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, and the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measured frame rate results, so all gaming performance discussion here is estimated from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximate rather than definitive.

The Radeon RX 6800's benchmark results suggest strong gaming capability. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3,188, combined with the 75th percentile GPU ranking, indicates this card handles modern games well at high settings. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory provides ample capacity for high-resolution textures and modern game assets. The Vulkan score of 115,107 and DirectX 12 Passmark score of 89 suggest solid API support for contemporary game engines.

The Ryzen 7 8700F's single-thread performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,761 and 3DMark single-thread score of 1,008, indicates the CPU can keep pace with the GPU in most gaming scenarios. The 82nd CPU percentile versus 75th GPU percentile suggests the processor has sufficient headroom to feed the graphics card without becoming a limiting factor in most titles.

For competitive esports titles that favor high frame rates, the CPU's strong single-thread performance and the GPU's high pixel rate of 202.1 GPixel/s suggest this combination could deliver high refresh rate experiences at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. For demanding AAA titles, the 16 GB VRAM capacity and 512.0 GB/s memory bandwidth position this GPU to handle ultra settings at 1440p, with 4K gaming possible at reduced settings or with upscaling technologies.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using the Navi 21 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process with 26,800 million transistors on a 520 mm² die. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 1815 MHz, and a boost clock of 2105 MHz. Memory runs at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed.

The memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This large memory capacity and high bandwidth make the card suitable for high-resolution gaming and memory-intensive workloads like large texture packs or GPU compute tasks. The 3840 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 96 render output units deliver substantial raw processing power.

The GPU includes 60 ray tracing cores, supporting hardware-accelerated ray tracing in compatible games. The FP32 performance of 16.17 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 32.33 TFLOPS (at 2:1 ratio) provide strong compute capability for both gaming and content creation workloads. The pixel rate of 202.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 505.2 GTexel/s indicate the card can handle high resolutions and detailed textures simultaneously.

The RX 6800 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern game APIs. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, and 1x USB Type-C, providing flexible monitor connectivity options. The card's 250 W TDP and dual-slot design require adequate case airflow but remain manageable for most desktop builds.

The benchmark data shows the GPU performing competitively with its nearest rivals. The 0.5% advantage over the RTX 3070 Ti and the 1% advantage over the RTX 2080 Ti demonstrate that this last-generation AMD card still competes effectively with NVIDIA's previous high-end offerings. The 1.1% deficit to the RX 6700 represents a minimal performance gap, though the RX 6800's larger memory capacity provides an advantage in memory-intensive scenarios.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets desktop users seeking strong all-around performance for gaming and productivity. The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking and the GPU's 75th percentile ranking combine for a 79th overall percentile, placing this build in the upper tier of desktop systems. Gamers at 1440p resolution will find this pairing well-suited for high-settings gaming, given the GPU's 16 GB VRAM and the CPU's strong single-thread performance.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering software will benefit from the CPU's 8-core/16-thread configuration, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646. The GPU's 16.17 TFLOPS FP32 performance supports GPU-accelerated rendering and effects. Developers compiling code or running virtual machines will appreciate the 16 threads and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth.

Students and small business users building workstations will find this configuration capable of handling demanding applications while remaining energy-efficient, with the CPU's 65 W TDP and the system's 600 W suggested PSU requirement. The AM5 platform provides a modern foundation with DDR5 memory support and PCIe Gen 4 connectivity for fast storage and peripherals. The GPU's end-of-life production status means buyers should consider this a current-generation purchase rather than a future-proof investment.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F processor with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 graphics card. The CPU represents AMD's 8000 series on the Zen 4 architecture, while the GPU comes from the Radeon RX 6000 series using RDNA 2.0. Both components come from AMD, ensuring driver and software compatibility within the same ecosystem.

The combined configuration achieves a 79th percentile ranking, indicating this system outperforms roughly four-fifths of all tracked desktop builds. The CPU's 82nd percentile position is slightly higher than the GPU's 75th percentile, suggesting the processor has a marginal performance advantage within this pairing. The average benchmark scores of 30,746 for the CPU and 30,095 for the GPU show balanced performance across both components.

This build class is desktop, confirming it is a stationary system intended for home or office use rather than a portable laptop configuration. The platform uses the current AM5 socket, providing a modern foundation with DDR5 memory support. The GPU's 250 W TDP and the CPU's 65 W TDP create a power profile that is substantial but not extreme, requiring a 600 W power supply according to manufacturer recommendations.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance balance between the Ryzen 7 8700F and Radeon RX 6800 shows a slight CPU advantage in percentile terms. The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking versus the GPU's 75th percentile suggests the processor has more headroom relative to other CPUs than the graphics card has relative to other GPUs. In gaming workloads, this implies the GPU is more likely to become the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions where graphics demand increases.

The CPU's strong single-thread performance, demonstrated by the 3DMark single-thread score of 1,008 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,761, ensures it can feed the GPU effectively in most gaming scenarios. The 2-thread score of 1,989 and 4-thread score of 3,839 show good scaling for games that use fewer cores, while the 16-thread score of 7,883 confirms capability in multi-threaded workloads.

In productivity applications, the CPU's 82nd percentile becomes the more relevant metric. Rendering, video encoding, and compilation tasks that scale with core count will benefit from the 8-core/16-thread configuration, potentially making the GPU less of a factor in these workloads. The GPU's compute performance of 10,864 in Passmark GPU compute still provides acceleration for compatible applications.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3,188 indicates the GPU handles modern graphics APIs well, but the 75th percentile position means some newer or more demanding GPUs outperform it. For users targeting maximum settings at 4K resolution, the GPU may present a bottleneck compared to higher-tier cards. At 1440p and below, the pairing appears well-balanced, with neither component dramatically limiting the other.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This build supports high-refresh gaming at 1440p, with the CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 1,008 and the GPU's 202.1 GPixel/s pixel rate providing sufficient performance for fast-paced titles. The 16 GB VRAM ensures texture quality settings can remain high without memory pressure.

Streaming: The 8-core/16-thread CPU configuration, evidenced by the 16-thread 3DMark score of 7,883, allows simultaneous gaming and encoding workloads. The GPU's 75th percentile position provides adequate graphics performance for the game while CPU cores handle the stream encoding.

Video Editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646 accelerates timeline rendering and export operations. The GPU's 16.17 TFLOPS FP32 performance supports GPU-accelerated effects and color grading, while 16 GB VRAM handles large project files and preview buffers.

3D Rendering: CPU-based renders benefit from the 8-core/16-thread configuration, with Passmark multithread score of 30,893 indicating strong throughput. GPU-based renders using the RX 6800's 60 ray tracing cores and 32.33 TFLOPS FP16 performance can accelerate ray-traced workloads, though the 75th GPU percentile suggests higher-tier cards offer more render speed.

Software Development: The CPU's high integer math score of 100,371 supports rapid compilation, while the 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth reduces data movement bottlenecks. The 16 threads handle parallel build processes effectively, and the AM5 platform's DDR5 support enables fast memory access for development tools.

Student and Office Work: This configuration exceeds requirements for typical productivity applications, with the CPU's 82nd percentile providing responsive performance for document editing, spreadsheet analysis, and web browsing. The GPU's capabilities are underutilized in this scenario, but the system's 65 W CPU TDP keeps power consumption reasonable for daily use.