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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D

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AMD Ryzen 7 8700G

33,089 Benchmark Score

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The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D pairing is a study in extremes—a desktop processor designed for efficiency paired with a graphics card built for maximum throughput. The data positions this combination at the 91st percentile among all builds, indicating a top-tier system, but the benchmark results reveal a complex relationship where the CPU and GPU operate in different performance strata.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, specifically the Phoenix codename, manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. The chip features a 16 MB shared L3 cache, with 1 MB of L2 and 64 KB of L1 per core. This is a desktop-class processor (market segment: Desktop) that sits in the 8000 series, released on January 7, 2024, with an unlocked multiplier for overclocking.

The CPU's benchmark scores indicate a strong mid-range performer. In Cinebench R23, it achieves 17128 points in multi-core and 1817 points in single-core tests. The Geekbench results show 14584 multi-core and 2337 single-core. The 3DMark scores scale predictably with thread count: 1978 with 2 threads, 3825 with 4 threads, 6589 with 8 threads, and 7918 with 16 threads. The max-thread score of 7917 is nearly identical to the 16-thread result, indicating that the processor has no additional headroom beyond its 16 threads.

The processor's average benchmark score is 33089, placing it at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13650HX with a matching score of 33089 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX at 33091 (0% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D at 33079 (0% delta). The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201, which is -0.3% relative to the 8700G. This clustering suggests the 8700G delivers performance nearly identical to these alternatives, despite being a lower-power desktop part compared to some mobile or gaming-optimized chips.

The PassMark tests reveal workload-specific strengths. The multi-thread score is 31690, with integer math at 103107 and floating-point math at 63815. Data encryption scores 22842, while extended instructions hit 29067. The compression score is 386811, and random string sorting is 46025. The physics score is 1647, and finding prime numbers yields 103. Single-thread performance is 3928. These figures indicate a balanced processor capable of handling both integer-heavy and floating-point tasks, with a notable strength in compression workloads.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a significant imbalance between the CPU and GPU. The RTX 4090 D sits at the 98th percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 7 8700G is at the 83rd percentile of CPUs. This 15-percentile gap suggests the CPU will be the limiting factor in most GPU-bound scenarios, particularly at lower resolutions where frame rates are high.

The CPU's benchmark scores confirm this bottleneck. In 3DMark, the 8-thread score of 6589 is considerably lower than the 16-thread score of 7918, showing that scaling beyond 8 threads yields only a 20% improvement. For a GPU as powerful as the RTX 4090 D, which demands a steady stream of draw calls and physics calculations, the 8700G's single-thread score of 1010 in 3DMark may struggle to keep up in CPU-heavy scenes.

The GPU's vast computational advantage—73.54 TFLOPS of FP32 performance—means that in most gaming scenarios, the CPU will reach its limit first. The data suggests the 8700G can deliver strong frame rates, but the RTX 4090 D will often be underutilized, waiting for the CPU to provide instructions. This is a classic CPU-bound configuration at 1080p, with the balance shifting toward GPU-bound at higher resolutions where pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 33089, placing it at the 83rd percentile. The GPU's average benchmark score is 178050, placing it at the 98th percentile. The combined build percentile is 91, reflecting the high performance of the GPU pulling up the overall figure.

In specific GPU tests, the RTX 4090 D scores 8587 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. Its Geekbench OpenCL score is 278621, and Vulkan score is 246941. These results place it 2.2% behind the NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell (score 182109), 3.1% behind the NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80 GB (score 183725), 3.6% behind the NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada Generation (score 184664), and 4.9% behind the NVIDIA A100 SXM4 40 GB (score 187147). The GPU is clearly positioned near the top of the performance hierarchy, with only specialized workstation and data center cards scoring higher.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU dominates the performance envelope. The CPU's scores, while respectable, are not in the same league as the GPU's. For example, the GPU's FP32 throughput of 73.54 TFLOPS dwarfs the CPU's entire compute capability. This suggests the system is designed for GPU-accelerated workloads—rendering, AI inference, and high-resolution gaming—where the CPU's role is supportive rather than primary.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who prioritize GPU performance above all else. Gamers playing at 4K resolution will benefit most, as the higher pixel count shifts the bottleneck from the CPU to the GPU, allowing the RTX 4090 D to stretch its legs. The GPU's 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth are well-suited for high-resolution textures and ray tracing workloads.

Content creators working with 3D rendering or video editing will find the GPU's 14592 shading units and 114 RT cores indispensable. The CPU's 16 threads provide adequate support for encoding and asset management, though the GPU will handle the heavy lifting. The 65 W TDP of the CPU means less heat and power draw from the processor, leaving more headroom for the 425 W GPU.

Software developers building AI or machine learning applications will appreciate the GPU's 456 tensor cores. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (1817 in Cinebench R23 single-core) ensures responsive compilation and code execution. Students and small business users running office applications will find the CPU more than sufficient, though this build is significantly overkill for such workloads—the GPU's power and cost are justified only by demanding applications.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform, which supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The platform offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface. This is a current-generation platform with room for future AMD processors, though the 8700G is already a capable part.

The GPU requires an 800 W suggested PSU, which is substantial but reasonable given its 425 W TDP. The CPU's 65 W TDP means the total system draw is manageable within that 800 W envelope. The GPU is triple-slot wide, 304 mm long, 137 mm high, and 61 mm wide, requiring a spacious case with good airflow. It uses a single 16-pin power connector.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count AM5 CPU, as the platform supports it, though the current CPU is unlikely to be the primary bottleneck in most workloads. The GPU is at end-of-life status, with the GeForce 50 series as its successor, so upgrading the GPU would mean moving to a newer generation. The 24 GB VRAM is generous for current games, so GPU upgrades are not urgent.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p or 1440p, the CPU's 83rd percentile performance may limit frame rates in CPU-intensive titles, but the GPU's 98th percentile ensures high frame rates in most games. The CPU's 3DMark 8-thread score of 6589 suggests it can handle modern game engines, though the GPU will often be underutilized.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 threads provide enough headroom for encoding while gaming, though the GPU's NVENC (included in the 40-series architecture) is more efficient. The GPU's tensor cores can handle AI-based encoding enhancements, making this a capable streaming setup.

Video editing: The GPU's 73.54 TFLOPS of FP32 performance accelerates effects and rendering in timeline playback. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17128 ensures smooth scrubbing and export, though the GPU will dominate render times.

3D rendering: The GPU's 114 RT cores and 456 tensor cores accelerate ray tracing and denoising. The CPU's PassMark multi-thread score of 31690 provides adequate scene preparation, but the GPU will be the primary render engine.

Software development: The CPU's single-thread score of 3928 in PassMark ensures fast compilation of single-threaded build steps. The 16 threads handle parallel builds efficiently. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks but useful for testing GPU-accelerated applications.

Student and office work: The CPU's 83rd percentile performance is more than adequate for document processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The GPU is massively overkill for these tasks, making this build impractical for such users—the power draw and physical size are unnecessary.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, using the AD102 chip manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process. It features 76,300 million transistors on a 609 mm² die, with a transistor density of 125.3M per mm². The GPU has 14592 shading units, 456 texture mapping units, and 176 render output units. It includes 114 RT cores and 456 tensor cores.

The memory subsystem consists of 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1313 MHz, with an effective data rate of 21 Gbps. The GPU's base clock is 2280 MHz, boosting to 2520 MHz. This configuration yields a pixel rate of 443.5 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 1,149.1 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance of 73.54 TFLOPS and FP16 at the same rate (1:1).

The GPU scores 8587 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it at the 98th percentile. Its nearest rivals are all professional or data center cards: the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is 2.2% faster, the A100 SXM4 80 GB is 3.1% faster, the RTX 5000 Ada Generation is 3.6% faster, and the A100 SXM4 40 GB is 4.9% faster. This means the 4090 D is the fastest consumer-oriented GPU in the data set, trailing only specialized compute cards.

The RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, while tensor cores accelerate AI workloads. The 24 GB VRAM is sufficient for 4K textures and large 3D scenes. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern APIs. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4a.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded performance relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700G scores 33089 in average benchmark, exactly matching the Intel Core i7-13650HX and AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (both 0% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D at 33079 (0% delta). The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H is 0.3% higher.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the next-fastest cards?

A: The RTX 4090 D scores 178050 on average, which is 2.2% behind the NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell, 3.1% behind the A100 SXM4 80 GB, 3.6% behind the RTX 5000 Ada Generation, and 4.9% behind the A100 SXM4 40 GB.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in gaming?

A: Benchmark data indicates the CPU at the 83rd percentile will limit performance in CPU-bound scenarios, while the GPU at the 98th percentile is the faster component. The CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score is 7918, while the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 8587, suggesting a bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Q: What memory type does this build use?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU uses 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit bus with 1.01 TB/s bandwidth.

Q: What power supply is recommended?

A: The suggested PSU for the GPU is 800 W. The CPU has a 65 W TDP, and the GPU has a 425 W TDP, so an 800 W PSU provides adequate headroom for the entire system.

Q: What is the GPU's ray tracing capability?

A: The RTX 4090 D has 114 RT cores and 456 tensor cores, built on the Ada Lovelace architecture. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8587 indicates strong ray tracing performance.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 7 8700G has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking beyond its 5.10 GHz boost clock. The base clock is 4.20 GHz.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame rate figures below are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The data is not measured, and these are qualitative expectations.

Given the CPU's 83rd percentile and the GPU's 98th percentile, the system should deliver excellent frame rates at all resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU's single-thread score of 1010 in 3DMark may limit performance in games with heavy physics or AI, potentially capping frame rates below what the GPU can produce. At 1440p, the balance improves, and at 4K, the GPU becomes the primary driver, with the 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth handling high-resolution textures.

In GPU-intensive titles with ray tracing, the 114 RT cores should provide smooth performance, as the 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 8587 suggests strong DX12 performance. Esports titles at 1080p will see frame rates limited by the CPU, while AAA games at 4K will be GPU-limited, allowing the RTX 4090 D to deliver its full potential. The estimate is that the system is capable of high-refresh gaming at 1440p and smooth 4K gaming, with CPU limitations appearing only in the most demanding CPU-bound scenarios.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D. The CPU is an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 4 processor on the AM5 platform, while the GPU is an Ada Lovelace flagship with 24 GB of GDDR6X memory. The combined percentile is 91, indicating a top-tier system overall.

The pairing is unusual in that the GPU is substantially more powerful than the CPU. The GPU ranks at the 98th percentile, while the CPU is at the 83rd, making this a GPU-first build. The overall tier, based on the 91st percentile, places it among the fastest systems in the database, though the CPU's mid-range positioning means it is not the absolute fastest pairing possible. The system is best suited for GPU-accelerated workloads, such as 3D rendering, video editing, and 4K gaming, where the GPU can operate near its full potential. The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 425 W TDP require an 800 W PSU, which is standard for this class of hardware.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 7 8700G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 D

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