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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + Intel Arc A770

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Top 7% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
89%
VS
GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 7 8700F

30,746 Benchmark Score
Top 11% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A770

68,809 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready
70-89

High-End

1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

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

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

Gaming Performance — estimated FPS from benchmark scores

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + Intel Arc A770 combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all frame rate discussion below is estimated from the benchmark scores, not from direct gameplay testing.

The Intel Arc A770 sits at the 90th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 68,809. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA CMP 90HX, scores 69,000 — a delta of only -0.3%, meaning the Arc A770 essentially trades blows with that card. The AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 trails by 1.5% at 69,870, and the NVIDIA Quadro P6000 is 1.7% ahead at 69,986. This percentile placement puts the GPU firmly in the high-end tier for 1440p and entry-level 4K gaming.

The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus delivers 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for modern game assets at high resolutions. The 4096 shading units, 256 TMUs, and 128 ROPs provide the raw throughput for demanding titles. With a boost clock of 2400 MHz and FP32 performance of 19.66 TFLOPS, the Arc A770 should handle ultra settings at 1440p in most titles, though 4K ultra will likely require some settings adjustments in the most demanding games.

The Ryzen 7 8700F supplements this with strong CPU-side performance. Its single-thread score of 1008 in 3DMark and 3872 in PassMark single-thread tests indicate solid per-core performance that won't bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios. The 82nd percentile CPU ranking means it outperforms roughly 82% of all CPUs, which is sufficient for high-refresh gaming.

For esports titles and lighter games, the combination of a 5.00 GHz boost clock and high single-thread scores suggests the potential for very high frame rates at 1080p. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 1989 indicates strong dual-core performance, which many competitive titles rely on. At 1080p ultra, users should expect frame rates well above 144 Hz in less demanding titles, with more moderate results in AAA games.

At 1440p, the GPU becomes the primary driver of frame rates. The Arc A770's 90th percentile GPU ranking and 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput point to playable frame rates at ultra settings in most titles, with the 16 GB memory buffer providing headroom for high-resolution textures. The 4K experience will be more variable — the GPU has the memory capacity and bandwidth, but the 307.2 GPixel/s pixel rate may limit performance in the most graphically intensive scenes.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 7 8700F posts an average benchmark score of 30,746, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, scores 30,879 — a delta of -0.4%, meaning the 8700F trails by less than half a percent. The Intel Core i5-13600H scores 30,548 (0.6% behind the 8700F), and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 30,468 (0.9% behind). The Intel Core i7-13700TE leads the group at 31,028, putting it 0.9% ahead of the 8700F. These are extraordinarily tight margins — all four rivals fall within roughly one percent of each other.

In multi-threaded workloads, the 8700F delivers strong results. Cinebench R23 multi-core hits 26,646 points, while Geekbench multi-core reaches 13,523. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7883 and max-thread score of 7861 confirm that the CPU scales well with additional threads. PassMark multi-thread scores 30,893, with integer math at 100,371 and floating-point math at 62,629 — both strong figures for a desktop processor.

Single-thread performance is equally respectable. Cinebench R23 single-core scores 3761, Geekbench single-core hits 2290, and 3DMark single-thread reaches 1008. The PassMark single-thread score of 3872 positions the 8700F as a capable performer for lightly threaded applications. The 2-thread score of 1989 and 4-thread score of 3839 in 3DMark show efficient scaling through the first few cores.

The Arc A770's benchmark profile is more limited but still informative. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2969, Geekbench OpenCL score of 109,175, and Geekbench Vulkan score of 94,284 collectively support the 90th percentile GPU ranking. The average benchmark score of 68,809 places it 0.3% below the NVIDIA CMP 90HX, 0.4% above the AMD Radeon Instinct MI25, 1.5% below the AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200, and 1.7% below the NVIDIA Quadro P6000.

Combined, the CPU at the 82nd percentile and GPU at the 90th percentile yield a system-level combined percentile of 86. This indicates that the pairing sits above the vast majority of desktop configurations.

CPU Analysis

The Ryzen 7 8700F is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on TSMC's 4 nm process node. The Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix, uses 25,000 million transistors across a 178 mm² die. The base clock runs at 4.10 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, and the multiplier is unlocked for overclocking. The TDP is 65 W, making it a relatively efficient chip for the performance it delivers.

The cache hierarchy consists of 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a modest amount of L3 for an 8-core processor, but the high clock speeds and efficient Zen 4 architecture compensate. The PassMark data compression score of 378,160 and data encryption score of 22,117 reflect strong memory-bound and cryptographic performance. Extended instructions score 28,474, and find prime numbers scores 98 — the latter being an unusual metric but indicative of integer-heavy calculation capability.

For real workloads, the 8-core/16-thread configuration handles modern multitasking with ease. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 11,191 and R15 multi-core score of 2685 show consistent scaling across render workloads. The 3DMark 8-thread score of 6559 versus the 16-thread score of 7883 reveals that the CPU gains about 20% going from 8 to 16 threads — a reasonable scaling factor that indicates the additional threads are useful but not transformative.

The 4 nm process node contributes to the 65 W TDP, which means the CPU can sustain high clocks without requiring exotic cooling. The 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth from dual-channel DDR5 support is adequate for the 8-core design, though not exceptional. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, which is sufficient for a modern GPU and NVMe storage.

The 3DMark single-thread score of 1008 and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 378 indicate that the Zen 4 architecture delivers strong per-core performance. This matters for applications that rely on single-threaded performance, such as older games and some productivity software.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data paints a clear picture of which component limits which workload. The CPU sits at the 82nd percentile while the GPU sits at the 90th percentile — an 8-point gap that suggests the CPU is the more likely bottleneck in GPU-heavy scenarios, though the margin is not extreme.

In gaming at lower resolutions, the CPU's single-thread performance becomes the limiting factor. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1008 and PassMark single-thread score of 3872 are solid but not elite. At 1080p, the CPU may hold back the Arc A770 in CPU-bound titles, particularly those with poor multi-threading. However, the 8-core/16-thread configuration provides enough headroom that this bottleneck should be modest.

At higher resolutions, the GPU takes over as the limiting component. The Arc A770's 90th percentile ranking means it outperforms the CPU's 82nd percentile placement, so at 1440p and 4K the GPU will be the primary constraint. The 16 GB memory buffer and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth help, but the pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 614.4 GTexel/s define the ceiling for pixel-heavy workloads.

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 1440p to 4K should follow a predictable pattern: diminishing returns as resolution increases, with the CPU bottleneck shrinking and the GPU bottleneck growing. At 1080p, users might see frame rates limited by the CPU in some titles; at 4K, the GPU will almost certainly be the limiting factor.

The 3DMark thread scaling data shows the CPU adds about 4,000 points going from 2 threads (1989) to 16 threads (7883), indicating good multi-thread scaling. This means the CPU won't bottleneck in multi-threaded game workloads as severely as a lower-core-count chip might.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The combination of the 8700F's 5.00 GHz boost clock and the Arc A770's 90th percentile GPU ranking supports high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. Esports titles should run well above 144 Hz at 1080p, while AAA games at 1440p should maintain smooth frame rates at high settings. The 16 GB VRAM provides headroom for texture-heavy titles.

Streaming: The 8-core/16-thread CPU can handle encoding workloads while gaming, though the lack of integrated graphics means all encoding must go through the GPU or CPU. The PassMark multithread score of 30,893 indicates sufficient headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding at moderate bitrates. The Arc A770's support for DX12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4 helps with modern streaming tools.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646 and Geekbench multi-core score of 13,523 support efficient video editing workflows. The 16 GB GPU memory accelerates effects and rendering, while the CPU handles timeline scrubbing and export encoding. The PassMark integer math score of 100,371 helps with codec-heavy tasks.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-threaded performance in Cinebench R23 (26,646) and R20 (11,191) translates to solid CPU-based rendering. The GPU's 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 39.32 TFLOPS FP16 (2:1) support GPU-accelerated rendering in compatible applications. The 16 GB VRAM accommodates larger scenes than 8 GB cards.

Software development: The 8-core/16-thread configuration handles parallel compilation well, with the 3DMark 16-thread score of 7883 indicating strong multi-core throughput. The 16 MB L3 cache helps with frequently accessed data. The DDR5 memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s supports fast build times.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3761) handles everyday productivity tasks with ease. The 65 W TDP means the system runs cool and quiet in office environments. The GPU's 90th percentile ranking provides more than enough graphics power for document work, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen 7 8700F uses AMD Socket AM5, which provides a clear upgrade path within the current AMD ecosystem. The platform supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, and the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is fully compatible.

The CPU's 65 W TDP means the AM5 platform has significant thermal and power headroom for future upgrades. The Arc A770 has a 225 W TDP with a suggested PSU of 550 W, meaning a 550 W or higher power supply is recommended. The GPU requires 1x 6-pin and 1x 8-pin power connectors.

A sensible next upgrade path would involve moving to a higher-core-count AM5 CPU if multi-threaded workloads demand more performance. The 3DMark thread scaling (from 7,883 at 16 threads to 7,861 at max threads) suggests the current 8-core design is already well-utilized, so the gains from more cores would be workload-dependent.

On the GPU side, the Arc A770 is end-of-life with a successor in Battlemage. The 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth remain competitive, but users seeking higher performance could consider a GPU from the 90th+ percentile tier. The PCIe 4.0 x16 interface ensures compatibility with any modern GPU.

The 550 W suggested PSU provides limited headroom for GPU upgrades. A more powerful GPU would likely require a higher-capacity power supply, though the CPU's 65 W TDP leaves ample room on the CPU side. The dual-slot GPU form factor and PCIe 4.0 x16 interface mean most cases and motherboards will accommodate the current setup without issues.

FAQ

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

A: No, the integrated graphics field is marked as N/A. This is a CPU-only processor, so a discrete GPU like the Arc A770 is required for display output.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Ryzen 7 8700F?

A: The launch MSRP is $270. The Arc A770 has a launch MSRP of 329 USD.

Q: How does the Arc A770 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc A770 scores 68,809 on average, which is 0.3% below the NVIDIA CMP 90HX (69,000), 0.4% above the AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 (68,562), 1.5% below the AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 (69,870), and 1.7% below the NVIDIA Quadro P6000 (69,986).

Q: What memory does the Ryzen 7 8700F support?

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

Q: How many PCIe lanes does the CPU provide?

A: The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The Arc A770 uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface.

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

A: The combined percentile is 86, which means this configuration outperforms roughly 86% of all desktop builds. The CPU alone sits at the 82nd percentile, and the GPU at the 90th percentile.

Q: What power supply is recommended for the Arc A770?

A: The suggested PSU is 550 W. The GPU has a 225 W TDP and requires 1x 6-pin and 1x 8-pin power connectors.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F with the Intel Arc A770. The CPU is an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 4 processor on the AM5 socket, and the GPU is Intel's Alchemist-generation Arc 7 part with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. The combined percentile of 86 places this build in the upper tier of desktop configurations.

The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking and the GPU's 90th percentile ranking create a well-balanced system for the desktop class. The CPU provides strong multi-threaded performance with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU delivers high-end rasterization and ray tracing performance with 16 GB of VRAM. The 4 nm CPU process node and 6 nm GPU process node both come from TSMC, indicating modern manufacturing.

This pairing is notable for combining AMD's latest CPU architecture with Intel's discrete GPU architecture in a single desktop build. The system supports DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen 4, and modern APIs including DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The GPU is end-of-life with Battlemage as its successor, but the 16 GB memory buffer and 90th percentile performance keep it relevant.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1440p high-refresh or 4K entry-level gaming will find this build well-suited. The Arc A770's 90th percentile GPU ranking and 16 GB VRAM handle modern titles at high settings, while the 8700F's 5.00 GHz boost clock and strong single-thread scores support high frame rates. The 82nd percentile CPU ranking ensures the processor won't be the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios.

Content creators working with video editing and 3D rendering will benefit from the 8-core/16-thread CPU and the GPU's compute capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646 and the GPU's 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput support both CPU- and GPU-accelerated workflows. The 16 GB GPU memory accommodates larger projects than 8 GB alternatives.

Software developers who compile large codebases will appreciate the multi-threaded performance, with the 3DMark 16-thread score of 7883 and PassMark multithread score of 30,893 indicating efficient parallel compilation. The DDR5 memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s reduces build times for memory-bound workloads.

Students and office workers who need a responsive system for everyday tasks will find the single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread score of 3872) and 65 W CPU TDP appealing. The system runs efficiently without requiring high-end cooling, and the GPU provides more than enough graphics power for productivity applications.

Small business workstations that handle moderate compute workloads, such as data analysis or light rendering, would benefit from this build's balance of CPU and GPU performance. The 82nd percentile CPU and 90th percentile GPU ensure headroom for demanding applications, while the 550 W suggested PSU keeps power infrastructure requirements modest.