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AMD Ryzen 7 8700F

30,746 Benchmark Score

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AMD Radeon RX 9060

16,014 Benchmark Score

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# AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + AMD Radeon RX 9060

This pairing combines AMD's Zen 4 Phoenix desktop processor with the RDNA 4.0 Radeon RX 9060, targeting a 1080p and 1440p gaming rig with solid productivity chops. The CPU sits at the 82nd percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands at the 59th percentile among all graphics cards, giving the combo a 71st percentile overall standing. The data shows a system that leans heavily on its processor for compute-heavy tasks while the GPU handles mainstream rasterization and ray tracing workloads at competitive levels.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on TSMC's 4 nm process with Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename. It runs at a 4.10 GHz base clock and boosts up to 5.00 GHz, with a 65 W TDP that keeps cooling requirements modest. The chip integrates 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die, with a cache hierarchy of 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. It supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth, and while ECC memory is not supported, the unlocked multiplier allows overclocking headroom for enthusiasts.

Benchmark results reveal a strong multi-threaded performer with respectable single-thread capability. The 3DMark suite shows 7,883 points at 16 threads and 7,861 at max threads, with 6,559 at 8 threads, 3,839 at 4 threads, and 1,989 at 2 threads. Single-thread performance registers 1,008 in 3DMark, while Cinebench R23 yields 26,646 multi-core and 3,761 single-core scores. Geekbench adds 13,523 multi-core and 2,290 single-core results. The PassMark suite shows 30,893 multi-thread, 3,872 single-thread, 100,371 integer math, 62,629 floating point math, and 378,160 data compression scores. These numbers indicate a processor that handles heavily threaded workloads like video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation with ease, while still delivering snappy responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 8700F is essentially neck-and-neck with the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, which scores 30,879 versus the 8700F's 30,746 average — a delta of just -0.4%. It edges out the Intel Core i5-13600H by 0.6% (30,548) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T by 0.9% (30,468), while trailing the Intel Core i7-13700TE by 0.9% (31,028). The practical takeaway: this CPU competes directly with mid-range mobile and low-power desktop parts, offering similar throughput while running on a desktop AM5 platform with more sustained cooling potential.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The 8700F uses AMD Socket AM5, which currently supports Ryzen 7000 and 8000 series processors, with DDR5 memory as the only option. The platform provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes from the CPU, which is sufficient for a modern GPU and a fast NVMe drive, though it lacks PCIe Gen 5 support at the CPU level. The GPU in this pairing uses PCIe 5.0 x16, but it will run at Gen 4 speeds without significant bottlenecking given the card's bandwidth requirements.

The 65 W TDP of the CPU is remarkably low for an 8-core part, which means a capable air cooler suffices and power supply demands stay modest. The GPU has a 132 W TDP and requires a single 8-pin power connector, with a suggested PSU of 300 W for the whole system. This leaves substantial headroom for upgrades; a user could move to a higher-core-count AM5 processor or a more powerful GPU without necessarily swapping the power supply, provided the PSU meets the new components' requirements. The DDR5 memory support means users should invest in a dual-channel kit to maximize the 83.2 GB/s bandwidth, and the unlocked multiplier allows tuning for those who want extra performance.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-tier AM5 CPU with more cores or a faster GPU, since the platform supports both without changing the motherboard. The 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes provide adequate connectivity for most peripherals, though users with multiple Gen 5 NVMe drives or capture cards may need to plan their lane allocation carefully. The lack of integrated graphics on the 8700F means a discrete GPU is mandatory, which is already accounted for in this build.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the Navi 44 chip with RDNA 4.0 architecture, using the Strix Point codename. It packs 29,700 million transistors on a 199 mm² die with a transistor density of 149.2M per mm². The GPU runs at a 1700 MHz base clock, 2400 MHz game clock, and 2990 MHz boost clock, with memory clocked at 2250 MHz for 18 Gbps effective. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s bandwidth. The compute configuration includes 1,792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, 64 raster operations units, and 28 ray tracing cores. Pixel rate is 191.4 GPixel/s, texture rate is 334.9 GTexel/s, and FP32 throughput is 21.43 TFLOPS with FP16 at the same 1:1 ratio.

Benchmark scores show a card that performs well in modern API workloads. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test yields 3,322 points, while Geekbench OpenCL scores 88,183 and Vulkan scores 39,476. PassMark results include 17,631 in G3D, 9,919 in GPU compute, 280 in DirectX 9, 182 in DirectX 11, 104 in DirectX 10, and 44 in DirectX 12. The DirectX 12 score is notably low, which may indicate driver overhead or specific workload characteristics rather than raw hardware capability, given the stronger Steel Nomad result. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it compliant with modern game requirements.

The RX 9060's nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16,129 versus the RX 9060's 16,014 — a delta of -0.7%. It also compares closely to the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15,862, +1%), the AMD Radeon RX 7700 (15,852, +1%), and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15,679, +2.1%). The RX 9060 edges out these cards slightly, suggesting it sits at the boundary between mid-range and upper-mid-range performance, with the 3060 Ti as its closest competitor in overall average score.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking versus the GPU's 59th percentile reveals a processor-heavy build. In CPU-bound workloads like physics simulation, data compression, and integer math, the 8700F will dominate, delivering PassMark physics scores of 1,553 and integer math of 100,371. The GPU, meanwhile, will be the limiting factor in graphically intensive tasks, particularly at higher resolutions where the 8 GB VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth may constrain texture-heavy scenes.

The combined 71st percentile indicates that while neither component is top-tier, the pairing is well-matched for mainstream use. In gaming, the CPU's strong single-thread score of 3,761 in Cinebench R23 ensures it can feed the GPU adequately at 1080p, where frame rates are often CPU-limited. At 1440p and above, the GPU's 59th percentile position becomes the bottleneck, with the RX 9060's 21.43 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 191.4 GPixel/s pixel rate determining the ceiling.

For productivity, the balance shifts. The CPU's multi-threaded scores — 26,646 in Cinebench R23 and 30,893 in PassMark — mean rendering and encoding tasks will scale well across all 16 threads. The GPU's compute performance, at 9,919 in PassMark GPU compute and 88,183 in Geekbench OpenCL, supports GPU-accelerated workloads but trails the CPU's relative standing. Users running mixed workloads will find the CPU handles most of the heavy lifting, while the GPU accelerates specific tasks like video encoding or light 3D rendering.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 30,746, with a 3DMark max-thread score of 7,861 and Cinebench R23 multi-core of 26,646. Single-thread performance is solid at 3,761 in Cinebench R23 and 1,008 in 3DMark. The GPU's average benchmark score is 16,014, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3,322 and a PassMark G3D score of 17,631. The GPU's percentile of 59 places it in the mid-range tier, while the CPU's 82nd percentile puts it near the top of the mainstream segment.

The combined picture shows a system that outperforms its individual GPU tier in CPU-heavy applications. The CPU's nearest rival, the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, scores nearly identically at 30,879, confirming that the 8700F is a strong mid-range desktop processor. The GPU's closest competitor, the RTX 3060 Ti, is within 0.7% — a negligible difference that means users can expect similar frame rates to that popular card. The overall 71st percentile suggests this build is positioned for solid 1080p gaming and competent 1440p performance, with CPU-heavy productivity tasks punching above the combined percentile.

Who Should Build It

This system suits gamers targeting 1080p high-refresh-rate play and 1440p at high settings, given the GPU's 59th percentile standing and the CPU's ability to avoid bottlenecking at those resolutions. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 26,646 Cinebench R23 multi-core score, which handles encoding and rendering tasks efficiently. Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the 16 threads and 100,371 PassMark integer math score, while data compression workloads at 378,160 PassMark points indicate strong archival and database performance.

Students and small business users building a workstation will find the 65 W CPU TDP keeps electricity costs low, and the 300 W suggested PSU means a modest power supply suffices. The lack of integrated graphics is a caveat — a GPU is mandatory — but the included RX 9060 covers that requirement. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p gaming and light creative work, though users with heavy texture modding or 4K video editing may want more memory. The dual-channel DDR5 support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth provides ample memory throughput for most applications.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination, so all frame rate figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3,322 and its close parity with the RTX 3060 Ti suggest 1080p performance around 60-100 FPS in demanding titles at ultra settings, with lighter esports titles exceeding 144 FPS. At 1440p, expect 45-70 FPS in AAA games on ultra, with settings adjustments needed to maintain high refresh rates.

The CPU's single-thread score of 3,761 in Cinebench R23 ensures that it will not hold back the GPU at 1080p, where frame rates are often CPU-bound in competitive shooters. The 8 GB VRAM may become a limitation in newer titles with high-resolution textures at 1440p, and users should monitor usage in VRAM-heavy games. Ray tracing performance, supported by 28 RT cores, will be modest but functional, with performance likely trailing the rasterized output by a notable margin given the card's mid-range positioning.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's socket and does it support overclocking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses AMD Socket AM5 and has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. It is part of the 8000 series with Zen 4 (Phoenix) architecture.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s bandwidth at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective).

Q: Does the CPU include integrated graphics?

A: No, the Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics (listed as N/A), so a discrete GPU is required for display output.

Q: What power supply is recommended for this system?

A: The suggested PSU is 300 W, based on the CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 132 W TDP. The GPU requires a single 8-pin power connector.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the RTX 3060 Ti?

A: The RX 9060's average benchmark score is 16,014, which is 0.7% lower than the RTX 3060 Ti's 16,129 — effectively a tie in overall performance.

Q: What memory type does the CPU support?

A: The 8700F supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is not supported.

Q: What is the CPU's release date and launch MSRP?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700F was released on 2024-03-31 with a launch MSRP of $270. The RX 9060 was released on 2025-08-04 with no listed launch MSRP.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the CPU's 3,761 single-core Cinebench R23 score and the GPU's 3,322 Steel Nomad result should drive competitive titles well past 144 FPS on lower settings, while AAA games hover around 60-100 FPS on ultra. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for this resolution.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 threads with 26,646 Cinebench R23 multi-core score can handle game capture and encoding simultaneously without dropping frames, though the lack of integrated graphics means no Quick Sync alternative — the GPU's compute capability (9,919 PassMark GPU compute) supports hardware encoding.

Video editing: The CPU's 378,160 PassMark data compression score and 62,629 floating point math score accelerate timeline scrubbing and export rendering. The GPU's 88,183 Geekbench OpenCL score assists with effects and color grading.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23 multi-core at 26,646 shows strong CPU rendering performance for CPU-based engines. GPU rendering will be moderate, with 21.43 TFLOPS FP32 throughput handling lighter scenes, but the 8 GB VRAM limits large scene sizes.

Software development: The 100,371 PassMark integer math score and 16 threads speed up compilation, while the 16 MB L3 cache aids in repetitive build tasks. Data encryption at 22,117 PassMark points supports secure development workflows.

Student and office work: The 65 W TDP keeps the system quiet and cool for daily use, with the CPU's 3,872 PassMark single-thread score ensuring snappy application launches. The 71st combined percentile means this build exceeds typical office requirements, handling multitasking and productivity suites effortlessly.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + AMD Radeon RX 9060

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