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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 5900 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

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91 Score

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91 / 100

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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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CPU

94%

GPU

89%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 9 5900

46,971 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

15,199 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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90-100

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70-89

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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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FAQ

Q: What CPU and GPU are at the core of this desktop build?

A: The build pairs an AMD Ryzen 9 5900 processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM graphics card.

Q: How does the CPU's overall benchmark score compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900 has an average benchmark score of 46971, placing it 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022) and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700K (46881). It also sits 0.4% below the Intel Core i9-12900F (47176) and 0.7% above the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46654).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all graphics cards?

A: The RTX 3050 OEM sits at the 57th percentile (percentileVsAllGpus: 57), meaning it outperforms roughly 57% of all GPUs in the benchmark database.

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

A: The build's combinedPercentile is 73, indicating that this desktop configuration performs better than 73% of all tracked system pairings.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this specific combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU pairing (dataIsMeasured is false). All FPS discussion must be treated as estimates derived from benchmark scores.

Q: What is the GPU's average benchmark score and how does that compare to the RTX 2060?

A: The RTX 3050 OEM has an average benchmark score of 15199, which is 0.6% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060's score of 15290.

Q: What are the CPU's multi-core and single-core Cinebench R23 scores?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900 scores 28834 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 4070 in single-core.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is built on the Ampere architecture with the GA106 chip, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process with 12,000 million transistors. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Clock speeds are set at a 1515 MHz base and 1755 MHz boost, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). The shading unit count is 2304, paired with 72 texture mapping units and 32 raster operation units.

For ray tracing and AI acceleration, the card includes 18 RT cores and 72 tensor cores. This hardware enables DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4 support. Pixel rate is 56.16 GPixel/s, texture rate is 126.4 GTexel/s, and FP32 throughput is 8.087 TFLOPS (FP16 is also 8.087 TFLOPS at a 1:1 ratio). The card occupies a dual-slot design, is 242 mm (9.5 inches) long, requires a single 8-pin power connector, and has a 130 W TDP with a suggested 300 W PSU.

Benchmark results show the GPU's strengths and weaknesses. The PassMark G3D score is 11857, placing it at the 57th percentile. In Geekbench, it scores 60740 in OpenCL and 57103 in Vulkan. PassMark GPU compute reaches 5779. DirectX 11 performance is notably strong with a score of 86, while DirectX 12 scores 58 and DirectX 10 scores 61. DirectX 9 performance is highest at 137. The 2D score is 973.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the RTX 3050 OEM is effectively a statistical tie with several cards. It sits 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 7600 (15171 vs 15199), 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon 680M (15270), 0.5% behind the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (15283), and 0.6% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (15290). This clustering around the 15199–15290 range suggests that the 3050 OEM delivers performance in a well-established mid-range tier.

For rendering workloads, the 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth provide adequate headroom for 1080p texture-heavy scenes, but the 128-bit bus limits higher-resolution or large-texture performance. The 18 RT cores allow for basic ray-traced effects, though the 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 rate suggests that full ray tracing at high settings will strain the card. The 72 tensor cores enable DLSS support, which can offset some of the raw compute limitations in supported titles.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 46971, placing it at the 89th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, scores 47022 (-0.1% delta), making the performance difference statistically negligible. The Intel Core i7-13700K trails by 0.2% at 46881, while the Intel Core i9-12900F leads by 0.4% at 47176. The AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX sits 0.7% behind at 46654.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 15199, at the 57th percentile. The closest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 7600 at 15171 (+0.2% for the 3050), followed by the AMD Radeon 680M at 15270 (-0.5%), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 at 15283 (-0.5%), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 at 15290 (-0.6%).

The combined percentile for this pairing is 73. This is the key metric: while the CPU sits in the top 11% of all processors (89th percentile), the GPU is squarely mid-range (57th percentile). The combined score of 73 reflects a build where the processor significantly outperforms the graphics card. In multi-core CPU workloads, the Ryzen 9 5900 delivers a Cinebench R23 score of 28834, which is roughly 7.1 times its single-core score of 4070. This indicates exceptional scaling across its 12 cores and 24 threads.

The data suggests that in CPU-bound tasks, this system will perform like a high-end desktop, trading blows with the Core i7-13700K and i9-12900F. In GPU-bound tasks, it will perform like a mid-range gaming PC, essentially identical to an RTX 2060 or RX 7600. The combined picture is a system that excels in productivity and multi-threaded workloads while delivering competent but not class-leading graphics performance.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the RTX 3050 OEM's 11857 G3D score and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth should handle esports titles at high refresh rates, though AAA games will likely hover near 60 FPS on medium-to-high settings. The GPU's 57th percentile ranking means it is not built for 1440p high-refresh or 4K gaming. The CPU's 89th percentile ensures no processor-side bottleneck for frame generation.

Streaming: The 72 tensor cores on the RTX 3050 OEM support NVIDIA's encoder and AI features, which can offload streaming overhead from the CPU. The Ryzen 9 5900's 28834 multi-core Cinebench score provides ample headroom for simultaneous game encoding and streaming software, though the GPU's 8 GB VRAM may limit game settings while broadcasting.

Video editing: The CPU's 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with a PassMark multithread score of 33969, make this a capable editing workstation. The 411453 PassMark data compression score and 69124 floating point math score indicate strong performance in codec-heavy tasks. The GPU's 5779 compute score will accelerate effects and rendering in GPU-accelerated editors, but the 8 GB VRAM might struggle with very long timelines or complex multi-layer projects.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23 multi-core at 28834 positions the CPU well for CPU-based rendering engines. The GPU's 60740 OpenCL score suggests it can assist with GPU rendering, but its 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 rate is modest. For Blender or similar software, the CPU will likely be the primary render engine, with the GPU providing supplementary acceleration.

Software development: The CPU's 26247 data encryption score and 26859 extended instructions score support compilation, cryptography, and scientific computing tasks. The 213 find prime numbers score is low, but this is a niche workload. The 128641 integer math score indicates strong general-purpose performance for build servers and code compilation.

Student and office work: This build is overkill for basic productivity. The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4070 ensures snappy response in Office suites, while the GPU's 973 G2D score handles 2D desktop acceleration. However, the 130 W GPU TDP and 65 W CPU TDP mean higher power draw than typical office machines, and the dual-slot GPU length of 242 mm may not fit all compact cases.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 is a 12-core, 24-thread desktop processor from the 5000 series, based on Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename. It is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process with 8,300 million transistors across a dual-die design (2x 74 mm²). Base clock is 3.00 GHz with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The TDP is rated at 65 W, which is notably efficient for a 12-core part.

Cache configuration includes 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and a large 64 MB L3 cache. Memory support is DDR4 with a dual-channel bus providing 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth, and ECC memory is supported. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). It uses the AMD Socket AM4 and has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Release date was 2021-01-11, and production status is Active.

Benchmark results paint a picture of a very strong multi-threaded performer. Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 28834, while single-core scores 4070. Cinebench R20 shows 12110 multi-core and 1709 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 2906 multi-core and 410 single-core. PassMark multithread scores 33969, with integer math at 128641 and floating point math at 69124. Data compression hits 411453, and data encryption reaches 26247.

The 89th percentile ranking places this CPU in the upper echelon of all processors. Its nearest rival, the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, is effectively identical in average score (47022 vs 46971, a -0.1% delta). The Core i7-13700K is also a near-match at 46881 (+0.2% delta). The Core i9-12900F leads by 0.4%, and the Ryzen 9 7845HX trails by 0.7%.

For real workloads, the 64 MB L3 cache and 12 cores make this a content-creation workhorse. The single-core boost of 4.70 GHz ensures responsive day-to-day use, while the multi-core throughput handles rendering, compilation, and heavy multitasking. The 65 W TDP is remarkable for this level of performance, making cooling less demanding than rival high-core-count parts.

Who Should Build It

This system targets users who prioritize CPU performance while accepting mid-range graphics. Gamers playing at 1080p with medium settings will find the RTX 3050 OEM adequate, though the CPU's 89th percentile means it will outlast the GPU for future upgrades. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit most, as the Ryzen 9 5900's 28834 multi-core Cinebench score directly translates to faster exports and renders.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the 128641 integer math score and 33969 multithread score. The 26247 encryption score supports secure development workflows. Students in engineering or computer science programs will have more CPU performance than coursework requires, but the GPU's 57th percentile limits heavy graphics work.

Small business workstations handling spreadsheets, databases, and light virtualization will see excellent responsiveness from the 12 cores and 24 threads. The 411453 data compression score indicates strong database and archive performance. However, the 8 GB GPU VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are not suited for professional 3D modeling or high-resolution video editing at scale. This is a desktop build (buildClass: desktop) that fits a tower chassis with room for a dual-slot, 242 mm GPU.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a significant imbalance between CPU and GPU performance. The CPU sits at the 89th percentile while the GPU is at the 57th percentile, a 32-point gap. In CPU-bound workloads such as rendering, compilation, and data processing, the system will perform exceptionally. In GPU-bound workloads like gaming at high resolutions or GPU rendering, the RTX 3050 OEM will be the limiting factor.

The combined percentile of 73 reflects this bottleneck. The CPU's nearest rivals are all high-end desktop or mobile parts within 0.7% of its score, meaning the processor is not the constraint in most scenarios. The GPU's nearest rivals include the RTX 2060, RX 7600, and even the GTX 580, all within 0.6% of its score. This indicates the GPU is firmly in the mid-range tier.

For gaming, the CPU's single-core score of 4070 (Cinebench R23) ensures it can feed frames to most GPUs without becoming the bottleneck. The GPU's 11857 G3D score will cap FPS in GPU-bound titles. The 57th percentile GPU means frame rates will be typical of mid-range cards—playable at 1080p but not high-refresh at 1440p. The CPU's 65 W TDP and GPU's 130 W TDP together suggest a system that runs cool, but the 300 W suggested PSU leaves little headroom for overclocking either component.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build (buildClass: desktop) pairing AMD's Ryzen 9 5900 CPU with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 3050 OEM GPU. The CPU is a 12-core, 24-thread Zen 3 part on Socket AM4, released in January 2021, with a 65 W TDP and boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The GPU is an Ampere-architecture card with 8 GB GDDR6, a 130 W TDP, and a dual-slot form factor, released in January 2022 and now end-of-life.

The combined percentile of 73 positions this system above roughly three-quarters of all tracked configurations. The CPU's 89th percentile makes it a top-tier processor, while the GPU's 57th percentile is solidly mid-range. This is a build where the processor is the star, with the graphics card serving as a capable but not exceptional companion.

The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, is a laptop-class chip that matches it within 0.1%, while the Intel Core i7-13700K and i9-12900F are also within 0.4%. The GPU's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600, matches within 0.2%, and the RTX 2060 trails by 0.6%. Overall, this is a high-CPU-performance, mid-GPU-performance desktop suited for productivity-first workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses AMD Socket AM4, which supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is supported. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The GPU's power requirement is a single 8-pin connector with a 130 W TDP, and the suggested PSU is 300 W.

The CPU is unlocked (multiplierUnlocked: true), allowing overclocking to push beyond the 4.70 GHz boost clock, provided the 65 W TDP headroom is respected with adequate cooling. The GPU is end-of-life (productionStatus: End-of-life), so upgrades will come from newer generations.

A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU's 89th percentile leaves substantial headroom. The 300 W suggested PSU is the primary constraint—upgrading to a higher-tier GPU would require a PSU with more capacity. The CPU's 65 W TDP and PCIe Gen 4 support mean it can drive modern graphics cards, but the dual-channel DDR4 memory at 51.2 GB/s may become a bottleneck for very high-end GPUs. The platform is mature and stable, with no further CPU upgrades expected on AM4 beyond the 5000 series.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination (dataIsMeasured is false). The following FPS figures are estimates derived from benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations, not measured results.

The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 11857 and 57th percentile ranking suggest 1080p gaming is the primary target. In esports titles, the CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4070 and the GPU's high DirectX 11 score (86) indicate that 100+ FPS is plausible at 1080p on competitive settings. For AAA games, the 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth should maintain 60 FPS at 1080p on medium-to-high presets, but the 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 rate will limit ultra settings.

At 1440p, the GPU's 57th percentile ranking suggests frame rates will drop below 60 FPS in demanding titles, particularly with ray tracing enabled. The 18 RT cores are present but not sufficient for heavy RT workloads at this resolution. The CPU's 89th percentile means it will not be the limiting factor at any resolution below 4K.

The GPU's DirectX 12 score of 58 is notably lower than its DirectX 11 score of 86, suggesting that older DirectX 11 titles may run relatively better than newer DirectX 12 games. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 57103 indicates solid Vulkan performance for compatible titles. Overall, expect a 1080p-oriented gaming experience, with the CPU providing headroom for future GPU upgrades without changing the platform.

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