SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 5900 + Intel Arc A350

Get a comprehensive performance analysis of your gaming rig with detailed benchmarks, bottleneck detection, and upgrade recommendations

Build Configuration

Select your components

PROCESSOR (CPU)

▼

GRAPHICS CARD (GPU)

▼

84 Score

Top 16% Ranking

84 / 100

HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 16% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

94%

GPU

74%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 9 5900

46,971 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

View Full Specs →

GRAPHICS CARD

Intel Arc A350

0 Benchmark Score

Top 26% Market Ranking

View Full Specs →

Market Position

How your build compares to others

Budget

0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

60-85

Enthusiast

85-100

Your Build

Game Performance Benchmarks

Real-world 4K FPS in popular titles

View All Games →

Performance Insights

Tips to maximize your system

Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

Compatible Games See what you can play Compare CPUs Find upgrades Compare GPUs Find upgrades

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

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and Intel Arc A350 pairing represents a desktop configuration that combines a high-core-count CPU with an entry-level discrete GPU. The benchmark data shows a substantial performance disparity between the two components, with the CPU ranking in the 89th percentile among all processors while the GPU sits at the 50th percentile among all graphics cards. This analysis relies exclusively on the provided benchmark scores, architectural specifications, and platform details to characterize the system's capabilities and limitations.

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900?

A: The processor features 12 cores and 24 threads, based on the Zen 3 architecture (codenamed Vermeer), manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC.

Q: What are the clock speeds and power characteristics of this CPU?

A: The base clock is 3.00 GHz with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The thermal design power (TDP) is rated at 65 W, and the multiplier is unlocked for overclocking.

Q: What memory and PCIe support does the platform offer?

A: The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and ECC memory capability. It provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and bandwidth?

A: The Intel Arc A350 comes with 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 124.0 GB/s. The memory clock runs at 1937 MHz (15.5 Gbps effective).

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971 on average, which is 0.1% lower than the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022), 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i7-13700K (46881), and 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i9-12900F (47176).

Q: What is the production status and release date of the CPU?

A: The CPU is marked as Active in production status and was released on 2021-01-11. The GPU is listed as End-of-life, with its predecessor being Xe Graphics and successor being Battlemage.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile for this desktop build?

A: The combined percentile for the CPU and GPU pairing is 70, reflecting the system's overall position relative to other benchmarked configurations.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 utilizes the AMD Socket AM4 platform, which supports dual-channel DDR4 memory. The memory bandwidth is rated at 51.2 GB/s, and the platform includes ECC memory support. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, which is the interface available for both the GPU and NVMe storage devices. The socket and platform are shared with the 5000 series family, meaning that users on AM4 boards have a defined upgrade path within this ecosystem. The platform's memory support is limited to DDR4, which is a mature standard with broad availability.

The Intel Arc A350 uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface and has a suggested PSU rating of 200 W. The GPU itself has a TDP of 25 W, which is exceptionally low for a discrete graphics card. The 200 W suggested PSU headroom indicates that the rest of the system, including the CPU, motherboard, and peripherals, is expected to operate within that power envelope. The CPU's 65 W TDP combines with the GPU's 25 W TDP to create a total component power draw that is well within the reach of standard desktop power supplies. The GPU is single-slot in width and requires no external power connectors, simplifying installation and cable management.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would focus on the GPU, as the CPU's 89th percentile ranking indicates substantial remaining performance headroom. The CPU's 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with its 65 W TDP, make it a strong candidate for a more powerful graphics card without creating a significant CPU bottleneck in most workloads. The PCIe Gen 4 x8 interface on the GPU is sufficient for the Arc A350 but would also accommodate a higher-tier graphics card with similar interface requirements. The platform's DDR4 memory support, while not the latest standard, remains viable for most applications given the CPU's strong memory bandwidth figures. Users looking to extend the system's lifespan could also consider adding more DDR4 memory, as the dual-channel configuration supports up to the maximum capacity allowed by the AM4 platform.

Benchmark Performance

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 demonstrates strong performance across a range of benchmarks, with an average benchmark score of 46971 and a percentile rank of 89 among all CPUs. In Cinebench tests, the CPU scores 2906 in R15 multicore, 410 in R15 singlecore, 12110 in R20 multicore, 1709 in R20 singlecore, and 28834 in R23 multicore with 4070 in R23 singlecore. These scores indicate a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads while maintaining competitive single-thread performance. The Passmark suite reveals specific strengths: multithread score of 33969, single-thread score of 3439, integer math at 128641, floating-point math at 69124, and data compression at 411453. The data encryption score of 26247 and extended instructions score of 26859 further demonstrate the CPU's capability in specialized compute tasks.

The Intel Arc A350 has an empty benchmark array and an average benchmark score of 0, but it holds a percentile rank of 50 among all GPUs. This percentile indicates that the GPU performs at the median level of all graphics cards in the database, which translates to entry-level or mainstream performance. The GPU's architectural specifications support this positioning, with 768 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs. The FP32 compute throughput is 3.072 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 6.144 TFLOPS. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals clarifies its positioning. The Ryzen 9 5900's average score of 46971 is within 0.4% of the Intel Core i9-12900F (47176), within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022), and within 0.2% of the Intel Core i7-13700K (46881). The tight clustering of these scores, with deltas ranging from -0.4% to +0.7%, indicates that the Ryzen 9 5900 delivers performance nearly identical to these competing processors across the benchmark suite. The AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX trails slightly at 46654, representing a 0.7% delta. The combined picture shows a CPU that is competitive with top-tier desktop and mobile processors from both AMD and Intel, while the GPU occupies a more modest position in the graphics landscape.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4070, provides a strong foundation for gaming workloads that rely on high per-core performance. However, the GPU's 50th percentile ranking and 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 throughput limit the system's ability to drive high refresh rates at demanding settings. The Arc A350's 4 GB memory capacity may constrain texture quality and resolution, making 1080p at moderate settings a more realistic target than high-refresh 1440p or 4K gaming.

Streaming: The CPU's 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with a 65 W TDP, offer substantial headroom for concurrent encoding and gaming workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28834 demonstrates the CPU's capacity to handle software encoding while maintaining game performance. The GPU's limited compute resources and 4 GB memory may not be sufficient for hardware encoding at high bitrates or resolutions, but the CPU can shoulder this burden effectively.

Video editing: The Passmark integer math score of 128641 and floating-point math score of 69124 indicate strong CPU performance for video processing tasks. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 12110 and R15 multicore score of 2906 further support this, showing that the CPU can handle timeline rendering and effects processing efficiently. The GPU's 50th percentile ranking suggests it can assist with GPU-accelerated effects, but the 4 GB memory may limit the complexity of projects that can be handled smoothly.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28834 places it in a strong position for CPU-based rendering workloads. The data compression score of 411453 and multithread score of 33969 indicate robust performance in parallel compute tasks typical of 3D rendering. The GPU's 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 6.144 TFLOPS FP16 compute provide some acceleration capability, but the 4 GB memory and 64-bit bus limit its utility for complex scenes or high-resolution outputs.

Software development: The CPU's strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 4070) and multi-thread capabilities (Passmark multithread 33969) make it well-suited for compilation, testing, and running multiple virtual machines. The data encryption score of 26247 indicates solid performance for security-related workloads. The GPU's role in development is minimal, but its support for DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4 ensures compatibility with modern graphics APIs for testing.

Student and office work: The CPU's 89th percentile ranking ensures snappy responsiveness for everyday productivity tasks. The Passmark single-thread score of 3439 and random string sorting score of 43386 indicate efficient handling of document processing and spreadsheet operations. The GPU's 50th percentile ranking is more than adequate for 2D desktop workloads, web browsing, and office applications, while the low 25 W TDP means the system operates quietly and efficiently in shared spaces.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the codename Vermeer, representing the 5000 series generation. The CPU is manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC, with 8,300 million transistors spread across a die size of 2x 74 mm². The core configuration includes 12 cores and 24 threads, with base and boost clocks of 3.00 GHz and 4.70 GHz respectively. The cache hierarchy consists of 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and a 64 MB L3 cache, providing substantial on-die memory for frequently accessed data.

The CPU's benchmark scores reveal a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads while maintaining strong single-thread performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28834 is particularly notable, placing the CPU in the upper echelon of desktop processors. The single-core score of 4070 in the same test demonstrates that the architecture's IPC improvements and high boost clock translate into excellent per-thread performance. The Passmark results reinforce this picture: the multithread score of 33969 and integer math score of 128641 show the CPU's ability to handle parallel compute tasks, while the single-thread score of 3439 and physics score of 1697 indicate strong performance in latency-sensitive workloads.

The 65 W TDP is a defining characteristic of this CPU, as it delivers high performance within a modest power envelope. The unlocked multiplier allows for overclocking, potentially pushing performance higher, although the benchmark scores reflect stock operation. The CPU's memory support for dual-channel DDR4 at 51.2 GB/s, combined with ECC capability, positions it for both consumer and professional workloads. The PCIe Gen 4 support with 20 lanes provides ample bandwidth for GPUs and NVMe storage. The CPU's percentile rank of 89 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 46971, confirms its position as a high-performance desktop processor that remains competitive with newer hardware.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A350 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture with the chip DG2-128, representing the Alchemist generation (Arc 3). The GPU is manufactured on a 6 nm process at TSMC, with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die. The memory configuration consists of 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, delivering 124.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1937 MHz, which equates to 15.5 Gbps effective. The GPU has 768 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs, along with 6 ray tracing cores.

The compute capabilities are specified at 3.072 TFLOPS for FP32 and 6.144 TFLOPS for FP16 (2:1 ratio). The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern graphics APIs and features including hardware ray tracing through the 6 RT cores. The TDP is remarkably low at 25 W, with a suggested PSU of 200 W, making it one of the most power-efficient discrete GPUs available.

The GPU's benchmark data shows no scores in its array and an average score of 0, but its percentile rank of 50 among all GPUs indicates median performance. This positioning means the Arc A350 performs at the level of an entry-level to mainstream graphics card. The 4 GB memory capacity and 64-bit bus constrain performance in modern games at high resolutions or with high texture quality settings. The 124.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p gaming at moderate settings but may become a bottleneck at higher resolutions or with demanding effects. The GPU is marked as End-of-life, with the predecessor being Xe Graphics and successor Battlemage, indicating that this is a first-generation product in Intel's discrete GPU lineup. The GPU's display outputs are listed as "No outputs," which is unusual and may indicate this is intended for specific OEM configurations rather than consumer retail.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who prioritize CPU performance for productivity and multitasking while requiring a basic discrete GPU for display output and light graphics acceleration. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking makes it suitable for software developers who benefit from the 12 cores and 24 threads for compilation and parallel processing tasks. The Passmark integer math score of 128641 and data compression score of 411453 support this use case, enabling efficient code builds and data processing. Students in engineering or data science fields would find the CPU's performance useful for computational assignments, while the GPU's modest capabilities are sufficient for standard educational software.

Content creators working primarily with CPU-bound workflows, such as video encoding or 3D rendering, would benefit from the Ryzen 9 5900's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28834. The GPU's 50th percentile ranking provides basic acceleration for effects and previews, but large projects may require more capable graphics hardware. Small business workstations that run database applications, virtualization, or financial modeling would see strong performance from the CPU's multithread score of 33969 and data encryption score of 26247. The system's low power consumption, with the CPU at 65 W TDP and GPU at 25 W TDP, makes it suitable for office environments where noise and heat are concerns.

For gamers, this build is best suited for 1080p gaming at medium settings, where the GPU's 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 4 GB memory can handle most titles. The CPU's single-thread score of 4070 in Cinebench R23 ensures that frame pacing and minimum frame rates remain stable in CPU-bound scenarios. However, gamers seeking high refresh rates or 1440p/4K gaming would be better served by a more powerful GPU. The system is not intended for enthusiasts pushing maximum graphical fidelity, but rather for users who need a balanced system for work and moderate gaming.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, a 12-core, 24-thread processor from the 5000 series based on Zen 3 architecture, with the Intel Arc A350, an entry-level discrete GPU based on Xe-HPG architecture. The CPU is a high-performance desktop part with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an ultra-low-power component with a 25 W TDP, creating a system with a combined 70th percentile ranking. The CPU's 89th percentile rank among all CPUs indicates it is a top-tier processor, while the GPU's 50th percentile rank places it at the median of all graphics cards.

The system's overall tier, as reflected by the combined percentile of 70, positions it as a mid-range desktop configuration that excels in CPU-intensive workloads but is constrained by GPU performance. The CPU's average benchmark score of 46971 puts it in the same performance class as the Intel Core i7-13700K (46881), AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022), and Intel Core i9-12900F (47176), with deltas of 0.2%, -0.1%, and -0.4% respectively. This indicates that the CPU is a mature, well-optimized design that remains competitive with newer hardware. The GPU's lack of benchmark data and empty nearestRivals list makes direct comparisons difficult, but its 50th percentile ranking provides a reference point for its performance class.

The desktop form factor, as indicated by the buildClass field, means this system can accommodate full-size components and expansion cards. The GPU's single-slot width and lack of power connectors simplify installation, while the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface provides sufficient bandwidth for its 124.0 GB/s memory throughput. The 200 W suggested PSU is modest, indicating that this build can be powered by a standard desktop power supply without requiring high-end PSUs. Overall, this is a purpose-built configuration for users who need substantial CPU horsepower without the associated GPU demands, whether for productivity, development, or light gaming.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance disparity between the CPU and GPU creates a clear bottleneck scenario in graphics-intensive workloads. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 50th percentile ranking means that in gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks, the Arc A350 will be the limiting factor. The GPU's 4 GB memory capacity and 64-bit bus, providing 124.0 GB/s bandwidth, will constrain performance in modern games at higher resolutions or with high texture quality settings. The CPU, with its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28834 and single-core score of 4070, has ample headroom to feed a more powerful GPU without becoming the bottleneck.

In CPU-bound workloads, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, or data processing, the CPU's performance will dominate, and the GPU's contribution will be minimal. The Passmark multithread score of 33969 and integer math score of 128641 indicate that the CPU can handle these tasks efficiently, while the GPU's 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 compute is only marginally useful for acceleration. The system's balance is therefore heavily skewed toward CPU performance, making it an excellent choice for productivity and compute tasks but a less balanced option for gaming.

The FPS scaling in gaming scenarios will be limited by the GPU's capabilities. At 1080p with medium settings, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 4070) can maintain high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, but the GPU's 50th percentile performance will cap overall FPS. At higher resolutions, the GPU's 4 GB memory and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth will become increasingly insufficient, causing significant frame rate drops. The combined percentile of 70 reflects this imbalance, with the CPU's strong performance partially offsetting the GPU's limitations in the overall system score.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and architectural specifications. The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4070 and Passmark single-thread score of 3439 indicate strong per-core performance, which is essential for gaming frame rates. The GPU's 50th percentile rank, 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 throughput, and 4 GB GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus with 124.0 GB/s bandwidth provide the basis for estimating gaming performance.

At 1080p resolution with medium to high settings, the system is estimated to deliver playable frame rates in most titles, typically ranging from 30 to 60 FPS depending on the game's optimization and graphics demands. Esports titles and less demanding games, such as competitive shooters or MOBAs, may achieve higher frame rates approaching 60-90 FPS, as these games rely more on CPU performance than GPU throughput. The CPU's 12 cores and 24 threads ensure that background tasks and game logic do not introduce stuttering, while the GPU's 768 shading units provide sufficient pixel throughput for these lighter workloads.

At 1440p resolution, the GPU's 4 GB memory capacity and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth will become limiting factors, with estimated frame rates dropping to 20-40 FPS at medium settings. The 64-bit memory bus restricts data transfer, and the 4 GB capacity may cause texture streaming issues in modern games. At 4K resolution, gaming becomes impractical, with estimated frame rates below 20 FPS in most titles, as the GPU's compute throughput and memory bandwidth are insufficient for the pixel and texture demands. The GPU's 6 ray tracing cores provide hardware support for DirectX 12 Ultimate features, but the low overall compute performance means that ray tracing effects will significantly impact frame rates, making them unsuitable for real-time gaming in most scenarios. The system is therefore best suited for 1080p gaming at moderate settings, where the CPU's performance can be leveraged to maintain consistent frame rates.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 5900 + Intel Arc A350

Power Build

System Balance Analysis

AMD Ryzen 9 5900

Intel Arc A350

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

FAQ

Upgrade Path and Platform

Benchmark Performance

Usage Scenarios

CPU Analysis

GPU Analysis

Who Should Build It

Build Overview

Balance and Bottleneck

Gaming Performance

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

Related Processors

Related Graphics Cards

Compare Your CPU

Compare Your GPU

Related PC Builds

Same CPU with Different GPUs

Same GPU with Different CPUs

Other Popular Builds