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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

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Top 9% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

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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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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

27,565 Benchmark Score

Top 7% Market Ranking

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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

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

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70-89

High-End

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

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50-69

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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 8700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 pairing is a high-performance desktop combination that sits in the 78th combined percentile, blending a modern 8-core Zen 4 processor with a last-generation flagship GPU. The data shows a system with exceptional multi-threaded compute for productivity and massive 24 GB memory capacity for GPU-bound workloads, though the CPU’s 82nd percentile and GPU’s 73rd percentile rankings reveal a slight imbalance where the processor holds a modest advantage in relative standing.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix, and manufactured on TSMC’s 4 nm process. It operates at a 4.10 GHz base clock and boosts up to 5.00 GHz, with a 65 W TDP that underscores its efficiency. The chip uses AMD Socket AM5, supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and provides 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache, which totals 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die.

Benchmark results indicate a strong all-around performer. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 26,646 in multi-core and 3,761 in single-core, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. The multi-core score is particularly telling: it trails the nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, by only 0.4% (30,879 vs. 30,746 average), while leading the Intel Core i5-13600H by 0.6% (30,548) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T by 0.9% (30,468). This places the 8700F in a tight cluster where tiny margins separate competitors, meaning real-world differences will be negligible for most applications.

Single-threaded performance is equally competent. The Geekbench single-core score of 2,290 and Cinebench R23 single-core of 3,761 indicate strong responsiveness for lightly threaded tasks. The 3DMark thread scaling shows a progression from 1,008 (single-thread) to 3,839 (4-thread) to 6,559 (8-thread) and 7,883 (16-thread), with max-thread scores of 7,861 nearly matching the 16-thread figure. This suggests the processor scales well up to its full thread count, with diminishing returns beyond 8 threads — a pattern consistent with a chip that has 8 physical cores with simultaneous multithreading.

For real workloads, the data translates to fast compile times, smooth multitasking, and capable content creation. The PassMark multi-thread score of 30,893 and integer math score of 100,371 indicate strong general productivity, while the floating-point math score of 62,629 supports scientific and engineering applications. Data compression (378,160) and encryption (22,117) scores are robust, making this CPU suitable for file archiving and secure communications. The 82nd percentile ranking means the 8700F outperforms the majority of CPUs on the market, though it is not an extreme enthusiast part — it sits comfortably in the upper-midrange tier.

Balance and Bottleneck

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 78, which is lower than the CPU’s individual 82nd percentile but higher than the GPU’s 73rd percentile. This indicates that the GPU is the more limiting component in the system, though the difference is moderate rather than severe. In gaming workloads, the RTX 3090 with its 24 GB of VRAM is likely to be the primary driver of frame rates at high resolutions, while the CPU’s 8-core/16-thread configuration provides sufficient headroom to avoid significant bottlenecks at 1080p.

The CPU’s 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,883 and max-thread score of 7,861 suggest that the processor can feed the GPU effectively in most scenarios. However, the GPU’s average benchmark score of 27,565 versus the CPU’s 30,746 indicates that the graphics card is the weaker link in raw compute terms. The nearest GPU rivals — the RTX 4070 Mobile (27,435, 0.5% behind) and RX 6700 XT (27,425, 0.5% behind) — show that the RTX 3090 is competitive but not dominant in its class.

In CPU-intensive workloads like physics simulation (PassMark physics score of 1,553) or prime number finding (98), the processor becomes the limiting factor, but these are niche applications. For gaming, the balance depends on resolution: at lower resolutions, the CPU’s single-thread performance (3,761 in Cinebench R23 single-core) is adequate, while at 4K, the GPU’s 936.2 GB/s memory bandwidth and 24 GB VRAM become the dominant factors. The data suggests a system that is well-balanced for high-refresh 1440p gaming, where neither component consistently holds the other back.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows. All frame rate figures presented here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as qualitative expectations rather than verified measurements. The CPU’s 82nd percentile and the GPU’s 73rd percentile provide the foundation for these estimates.

Based on the benchmark scores, this system should deliver excellent gaming performance at 1440p and 4K resolutions. The RTX 3090’s PassMark G3D score of 26,645 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,118 indicate strong rasterization capabilities, while the CPU’s single-thread score of 3,761 in Cinebench R23 ensures that frame pacing remains consistent. At 1080p, the CPU may occasionally limit frame rates in esports titles, but the 8-core design should maintain high averages. At 4K, the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth are more than sufficient for modern titles, and the system should handle demanding games with high detail settings.

The GPU’s 73rd percentile ranking puts it slightly below the midrange of all GPUs, which is surprising for a card with such high specifications. This suggests that while the RTX 3090 has enormous memory capacity, its raw compute performance is not class-leading in the current landscape. For gaming, this means the system will excel in VRAM-intensive scenarios like 4K texture packs or modded games, but it may not match newer GPUs in pure frame rate. The estimated performance is strong, but not top-tier — expect smooth gameplay at high settings in most titles, with occasional dips in the most demanding scenarios.

Who Should Build It

The data points to specific target users for this pairing. Gamers at 1440p and 4K resolutions will benefit most, as the RTX 3090’s 24 GB VRAM and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth are designed for high-resolution textures and heavy asset streaming. The CPU’s 8-core/16-thread configuration provides enough processing power to avoid bottlenecks at these resolutions, where the GPU is the primary workload driver.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will find this system compelling. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646 and Geekbench multi-core of 13,523 indicate strong rendering performance, while the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM allows for large scene files and high-resolution textures without memory pressure. The PassMark GPU compute score of 15,356 further supports GPU-accelerated workloads like Blender or DaVinci Resolve.

Software developers and data scientists will appreciate the CPU’s PassMark data compression (378,160) and encryption (22,117) scores, which handle code compilation and secure data processing efficiently. The 82nd percentile ranking means this is not a budget workstation, but rather a capable mid-to-high-end machine for professional workloads. Students and small business users may find it overkill unless they run compute-heavy applications, but the 65 W TDP makes it a relatively efficient choice for sustained workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3090’s PassMark G3D score of 26,645 and the CPU’s strong single-thread performance (3,761 in Cinebench R23) suggest the system can drive 1440p displays at high refresh rates in most titles. The 24 GB VRAM provides future-proofing for increasingly demanding game assets, though the GPU’s 73rd percentile indicates it is not the fastest available.

Streaming: The CPU’s 8-core/16-thread configuration handles encoding tasks well, with a PassMark multi-thread score of 30,893 supporting simultaneous game capture and encoding. The GPU’s tensor cores (328) and RT cores (82) can also assist with AI-based encoding and rendering, though the data does not quantify these workloads specifically.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,646 provides fast export times, while the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM allows for smooth scrubbing and previewing of high-resolution footage. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 172,758 indicates strong GPU compute for effects and color grading.

3D rendering: The CPU’s PassMark floating-point math score of 62,629 and the GPU’s 35.58 TFLOPS FP32 performance work together for hybrid rendering workflows. The 24 GB VRAM supports large scenes, and the CPU’s 8 cores handle geometry and physics calculations.

Software development: The CPU’s PassMark integer math score of 100,371 and data compression score of 378,160 support fast compilations and build processes. The 16 threads handle parallel builds efficiently, and the DDR5 memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s reduces data transfer bottlenecks.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-thread performance (3,761 Cinebench R23) ensures snappy application launches and spreadsheet responsiveness. The 65 W TDP keeps power consumption modest for sustained office workloads, though the GPU’s 350 W TDP makes this a less efficient choice for basic tasks.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 is built on the Ampere architecture with the GA102 chip, manufactured on Samsung’s 8 nm process with 28,300 million transistors on a 628 mm² die. It features 10,496 shading units, 328 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. The GPU operates at a 1,395 MHz base clock and boosts to 1,695 MHz, with memory clocked at 1,219 MHz (19.5 Gbps effective). The 24 GB of GDDR6X memory runs on a 384-bit bus, delivering 936.2 GB/s of bandwidth — a figure that remains substantial even by current standards.

The RT and tensor core counts — 82 and 328 respectively — provide dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI workloads. The GPU achieves a pixel rate of 189.8 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 556.0 GTexel/s, with FP32 and FP16 performance both rated at 35.58 TFLOPS (1:1). These specifications indicate a card that was designed for high-end rendering, and the benchmark scores corroborate this: the PassMark G3D score of 26,645 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 53,927 show strong raw compute, while the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,118 reflects modern API performance.

However, the GPU’s 73rd percentile ranking and its average benchmark score of 27,565 place it close to the RTX 4070 Mobile (27,435, 0.5% behind) and RX 6700 XT (27,425, 0.5% behind). This suggests that while the RTX 3090 has massive memory capacity, its compute performance is now matched by more recent midrange cards. The 24 GB VRAM remains its key differentiator, making it ideal for AI inference, large model training, or rendering scenes that exceed 16 GB. The GPU’s TDP of 350 W and triple-slot design require a 750 W PSU and substantial case clearance — factors to consider for system integration.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 30,746, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, scores 30,879 (0.4% higher), while the Intel Core i5-13600H scores 30,548 (0.6% lower) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 30,468 (0.9% lower). The margins are extremely tight, indicating that the 8700F is competitively positioned within its performance class.

The GPU’s average benchmark score is 27,565, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the RTX 4070 Mobile, scores 27,435 (0.5% lower), while the RX 6700 XT scores 27,425 (0.5% lower) and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 scores 27,839 (1% higher). The GPU’s performance is similarly clustered, with all rivals within a 1.1% range.

The combined percentile for this build is 78, reflecting a system that outperforms the majority of configurations. The CPU’s higher percentile (82) versus the GPU’s (73) creates a slight asymmetry, but the gap is not large enough to cause significant bottlenecking in most workloads. The data shows a coherent pairing where the CPU provides strong multi-threaded compute and the GPU offers exceptional memory capacity, resulting in a system that is greater than the sum of its parts for VRAM-intensive tasks.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s core and thread count?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads, based on the Zen 4 architecture with a 4.10 GHz base clock and 5.00 GHz boost clock.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 3090 have?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing 936.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the CPU’s benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700F ranks in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30,746.

Q: What is the GPU’s benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 3090 ranks in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27,565.

Q: Does this system support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RTX 3090 has 82 RT cores dedicated to ray tracing, and the GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the CPU’s TDP and socket type?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700F has a 65 W TDP and uses AMD Socket AM5, supporting DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: Are there measured FPS figures for this build?

A: No, there are no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination; all gaming performance is estimated from benchmark scores.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, combining a modern 8-core/16-thread Zen 4 processor with a 24 GB Ampere-based GPU. The CPU is a 4 nm part with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an 8 nm, 350 W card with a triple-slot design and 1x 12-pin power connector. The combined percentile ranking of 78 places this system above the majority of configurations, with the CPU at the 82nd percentile and the GPU at the 73rd percentile. The launch MSRP for the CPU is $270, and the GPU has a launch MSRP of 1,499 USD.

The data indicates a desktop system that excels in productivity and GPU-compute workloads, particularly those requiring large memory capacity. The CPU’s strong multi-threaded scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core of 26,646) and the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM make it well-suited for content creation and AI tasks, while the overall 78th percentile ensures competent gaming performance, albeit without measured FPS confirmation. This is a high-end pairing that prioritizes memory capacity and thread count over raw gaming frame rates, making it a versatile choice for users who need both compute power and substantial GPU memory.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

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AMD Ryzen 7 8700F

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

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Performance Tiers Explained

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CPU Analysis

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Gaming Performance

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