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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

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AMD Ryzen 7 8700F

30,746 Benchmark Score

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# CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename, manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 4.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. The chip features a 16 MB shared L3 cache, 1 MB L2 per core, and 64 KB L1 per core, with dual-channel DDR5 memory support and a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The CPU connects via AMD Socket AM5, offering PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. It is an unlocked multiplier part, meaning overclocking headroom exists for users who want to push beyond the stock boost clock.

Benchmark results place the 8700F in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30746. The multi-threaded 3DMark score reaches 7883 with 16 threads, while the max-thread score is nearly identical at 7861, suggesting the processor scales well up to its full thread count with minimal variation. The 8-thread score of 6559 indicates that the chip retains substantial performance even when half the threads are engaged, a pattern consistent with a balanced 8-core design. Single-thread performance is strong: the 3DMark single-thread score is 1008, and Cinebench R23 single-core hits 3761, which is competitive for modern workloads that rely on per-core responsiveness.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the 8700F scores 26646, while Geekbench multi-core reaches 13523. These figures suggest that the CPU handles heavily threaded tasks like 3D rendering and video encoding with ease, though it trails higher-core-count rivals in raw throughput. The PassMark multi-thread score of 30893 reinforces this positioning. Integer math performance is particularly strong at 100371, while floating-point math scores 62629, indicating solid arithmetic throughput for scientific and engineering applications. Data compression scores 378160, and encryption performance is 22117, both respectable for a desktop part in this class.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 8700F is effectively neck-and-neck with several mobile and low-power desktop chips. It sits 0.4% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS (30879 vs 30746), 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13600H (30548), 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T (30468), and 0.9% behind the Intel Core i7-13700TE (31028). These delta percentages are within noise, meaning the 8700F delivers performance parity with a range of mid-range competitors, but does not decisively outperform any of them. The benchmark data indicates a well-rounded CPU that excels in single-threaded tasks, holds its own in multi-threaded workloads, and offers a compelling balance of power efficiency and raw capability for a desktop 8-core part.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The 8700F's strong single-thread score of 1008 in 3DMark and 3872 in PassMark single-thread suggest it can drive high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The 16-thread 3DMark score of 7883 indicates enough multi-thread headroom to handle modern game engines that offload physics and AI tasks to background threads. Paired with a high-end GPU, this CPU should sustain high-refresh gameplay without becoming the limiting factor in most titles.

Streaming: The 16 threads and 65 W TDP make the 8700F a capable encoding workhorse. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26646 provides ample processing power for software-based x264 encoding, while the PassMark data encryption score of 22117 supports secure streaming protocols. The 100371 integer math score indicates strong throughput for encoding workloads, making simultaneous gameplay and streaming a realistic scenario.

Video editing: Multi-threaded performance is critical for timeline rendering and export. The Geekbench multi-core score of 13523 and Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 11191 place the 8700F in a solid position for 1080p and 1440p video editing. The floating-point math score of 62629 helps with color grading and effects processing. The 4 nm process node keeps power draw low during long render sessions.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23 multi-core at 26646 and 3DMark max-thread score of 7861 indicate that the 8700F can handle CPU-based rendering tasks, though it will not match dedicated high-core-count workstation chips. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration is sufficient for moderate rendering workloads, and the unlocked multiplier allows for performance tuning.

Software development: Compilation workloads benefit from multi-threaded performance, with the PassMark multi-thread score of 30893 and integer math score of 100371 suggesting strong build times. The 16 MB L3 cache helps with frequently accessed code segments. Single-thread performance of 3872 in PassMark ensures responsive IDE interaction and fast script execution.

Student and office work: The 4.10 GHz base clock and 5.00 GHz boost clock deliver snappy application launches and smooth multitasking for office suites. The 8 cores handle background tasks like antivirus scans and cloud syncs without degrading foreground performance. The 65 W TDP keeps thermals and noise low, making it suitable for quiet work environments.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination of AMD Ryzen 7 8700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All FPS figures discussed below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU, not direct measurements.

Given the CPU's 82nd percentile ranking among all CPUs and the GPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all GPUs, the pairing should deliver strong gaming performance at 1440p and 4K resolutions. The RTX 4070 SUPER's PassMark G3D score of 29995 indicates it can handle demanding titles with high graphical settings. The 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for modern game assets, including high-resolution textures and ray-traced effects.

The CPU's single-thread score of 1008 in 3DMark suggests it can keep pace with the GPU's frame output in most scenarios, avoiding significant CPU bottlenecks. However, at lower resolutions like 1080p, CPU-bound scenarios may emerge in games with heavy physics simulations or large numbers of AI agents. The 16-thread score of 7883 ensures that background tasks like Discord, browser tabs, and streaming software do not compete with the game for CPU resources. The 4 nm process node and 65 W TDP mean the CPU will not thermally throttle during extended gaming sessions, allowing consistent frame delivery.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a well-balanced pairing where neither component dramatically outweighs the other. The CPU's 82nd percentile and GPU's 83rd percentile are nearly aligned, suggesting that neither will consistently bottleneck the other in most workloads. The combined percentile of 83 reinforces this equilibrium.

The CPU's single-thread score of 1008 in 3DMark versus the GPU's compute score of 17108 in PassMark reveals that the GPU is the dominant compute resource for graphics workloads, as expected. However, the CPU's multi-thread score of 7861 in 3DMark max-thread ensures that CPU-side tasks like game logic, physics, and asset streaming keep up with the GPU's rendering output. The FPS scaling, while not measured, would likely show diminishing returns at higher resolutions where the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor, whereas at 1080p the CPU's single-thread performance may cap frame rates in less optimized titles.

The 16 MB L3 cache is relatively modest for a modern CPU, but the dual-channel DDR5 memory at 83.2 GB/s provides sufficient bandwidth for feeding both the CPU and GPU data streams. The PCIe Gen 4 x16 interface for the GPU ensures full bandwidth for texture streaming and geometry data. The 550 W suggested PSU for the GPU, paired with the CPU's 65 W TDP, leaves ample power headroom for overclocking both components without requiring a higher-capacity power supply.

# FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance relative to its multi-thread performance?

A: The 3DMark single-thread score is 1008, while the 16-thread score is 7883. This represents about a 7.8x scaling from 1 to 16 threads, which is strong for an 8-core, 16-thread processor and indicates efficient thread utilization.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 43223, which is 0.1% behind the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (43262), 0.1% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile (43268), 0.2% behind the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 (43301), and 1% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (43667). The GPU sits in the 83rd percentile among all GPUs.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: No, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F does not support ECC memory. It supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.

Q: What is the CPU's power draw and what PSU is recommended for the GPU?

A: The CPU has a 65 W TDP. The GPU has a 220 W TDP, and NVIDIA recommends a 550 W power supply for the RTX 4070 SUPER.

Q: What is the memory configuration of the RTX 4070 SUPER?

A: The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The memory clock is 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed.

Q: What is the CPU's cache configuration?

A: The CPU has 64 KB L1 cache per core, 1 MB L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. There is no additional 3D V-Cache.

Q: What is the GPU's compute capability in terms of ray tracing and tensor cores?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has 56 ray tracing cores and 224 tensor cores. Its FP32 performance is 35.48 TFLOPS, and FP16 performance is also 35.48 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

# Who Should Build It

This pairing targets gamers seeking high-refresh 1440p or entry-level 4K performance. The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking and the GPU's 83rd percentile ensure that both components deliver consistent frame rates in demanding titles. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26646 and the GPU's compute score of 17108, which handles GPU-accelerated rendering tasks efficiently. Software developers will find the integer math score of 100371 useful for compilation and code analysis, while the 16 threads allow for parallel build processes.

Students and office workers will appreciate the CPU's 65 W TDP and 4 nm process node, which keeps system noise and heat low. The 8 cores handle multitasking gracefully, and the 5.00 GHz boost clock ensures responsive application performance. Small business workstations requiring data encryption, with a PassMark encryption score of 22117, will find the CPU adequate for secure file handling. The GPU's 12 GB VRAM supports moderate AI inference workloads, though it is not a dedicated compute card. The unlocked multiplier on the CPU appeals to enthusiasts who want to extract additional performance, while the GPU's end-of-life status suggests a mature driver ecosystem.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 30746, placing it in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. Its 3DMark scores range from 1008 single-thread to 7883 16-thread, with the max-thread score at 7861. Cinebench R23 results show 3761 single-core and 26646 multi-core. Geekbench scores are 2290 single-core and 13523 multi-core. PassMark tests reveal a multi-thread score of 30893, single-thread score of 3872, integer math of 100371, floating-point math of 62629, data compression of 378160, and data encryption of 22117.

The GPU achieves an average benchmark score of 43223, placing it in the 83rd percentile among all GPUs. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 4627, Geekbench OpenCL is 172795, and Geekbench Vulkan is 205624. PassMark scores include G3D at 29995, GPU compute at 17108, G2D at 1184, DirectX 11 at 273, DirectX 10 at 167, DirectX 12 at 110, and DirectX 9 at 344. The combined percentile of this CPU+GPU pairing is 83, indicating that the system as a whole sits above the vast majority of desktop configurations in benchmark performance. The CPU's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS with a delta of -0.4%, while the GPU's nearest rival is the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB with a delta of -0.1%.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses AMD Socket AM5, which provides a path for future processor upgrades within the same platform. The socket supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU offers connectivity for high-speed NVMe drives and expansion cards. The GPU connects via PCIe 4.0 x16, ensuring full bandwidth for graphics data.

The GPU has a 220 W TDP and requires a 550 W suggested PSU, leaving headroom for additional components. The 1x 16-pin power connector is standard for modern high-end GPUs. The GPU's 12 GB GDDR6X memory is adequate for current titles, but users seeking higher VRAM capacity for future-proofing may consider a next-generation GPU. The CPU's unlocked multiplier allows overclocking to extend its lifespan, and the 65 W TDP means cooling solutions are straightforward. A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count AM5 CPU if multi-threaded workloads demand more throughput, or a GPU with more VRAM for higher-resolution texture sets.

# Build Overview

This build pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F desktop CPU with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER GPU, forming a desktop-class system. The CPU is an 8-core, 16-thread part from the 8000 series, while the GPU is from the GeForce 40-series. The combined percentile of 83 places this system in the upper tier of desktop configurations, with both components performing near each other's respective percentile rankings. The CPU's 82nd percentile and GPU's 83rd percentile indicate a balanced pairing suitable for high-end gaming, content creation, and productivity workloads. The system is positioned as a mainstream-to-high-end desktop build, delivering strong performance across a wide range of applications without requiring extreme cooling or power delivery solutions.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD104 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process node. It contains 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die, with a transistor density of 121.8M per mm². The GPU has 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. It features 56 ray tracing cores and 224 tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI-based features like DLSS. The base clock is 1980 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and the memory operates at 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for high-resolution textures and demanding graphical effects. The pixel rate is 198.0 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 554.4 GTexel/s. FP32 and FP16 performance are both 35.48 TFLOPS, indicating a 1:1 ratio for compute tasks. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern APIs. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, allowing for multi-monitor setups.

In benchmark tests, the GPU scores 4627 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 172795 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 205624 in Geekbench Vulkan. PassMark results show a G3D score of 29995 and a GPU compute score of 17108. The 83rd percentile ranking among all GPUs places it in the upper tier of graphics cards, though it trails the RTX 4090 Mobile by 1% in average score. The GPU's predecessor is the GeForce 30-series, and its successor is the GeForce 50-series, indicating a mid-cycle refresh position. The 220 W TDP and dual-slot design make it suitable for most ATX cases, and the 550 W suggested PSU provides adequate power headroom for the entire system.

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