SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 9900X + AMD Radeon RX 6700

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)

▼

94 Score

Top 6% Ranking

94 / 100

ULTIMATE READY

Apex Performer

Top 6% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

4K 60+ FPSVR ReadyRay Tracing

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

95%

GPU

94%

PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X

57,498 Benchmark Score

Top 5% Market Ranking

View Full Specs →

GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 6700

30,433 Benchmark Score

Top 6% 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

Optimal Performance

Your system is in the top tier. You can run any modern game at maximum settings.

4K Gaming Ready

Consider a 4K 144Hz monitor to fully utilize your hardware capabilities.

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

# AMD Ryzen 9 9900X + AMD Radeon RX 6700 — Desktop Build Analysis

This pairing combines AMD's 12-core Zen 5 flagship desktop processor with a mid-range RDNA 2 graphics card, creating a desktop build where the CPU operates at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs while the GPU sits at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 84, indicating a system that is substantially stronger on the processor side than on the graphics side. The CPU was released on 2024-08-14 with a launch MSRP of $499, while the GPU was released on 2021-06-08 and is now marked as end-of-life production. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, so all gaming performance figures in this analysis are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the Granite Ridge codename, manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process node. The chip contains 12 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The processor package includes two chiplets, each measuring 70.6 mm², totaling 16,630 million transistors. The thermal design power is rated at 120 W, and the multiplier is unlocked for overclocking.

The cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. This large cache pool supports the processor's strong multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 32,172 in multi-core and 2,253 in single-core, placing it among the top desktop processors. The single-core score of 2,253 indicates excellent per-thread performance, which is critical for lightly-threaded workloads like gaming and office applications.

In 3DMark threaded tests, the scaling pattern is revealing. The 2-thread score is 2,519, the 4-thread score is 4,886, the 8-thread score is 9,114, the 16-thread score is 12,552, and the max-thread score is 13,929. The scaling from 8 to 16 threads shows a 37.8% improvement, while from 16 to max threads the gain is 11.0%. This indicates that the processor scales well up to about 16 threads, but diminishing returns appear beyond that point, which is typical for a 12-core/24-thread design.

Geekbench scores are 3,010 single-core and 22,174 multi-core. PassMark results include a single-thread score of 4,672, a multithread score of 54,643, integer math at 181,056, floating-point math at 120,083, and extended instructions at 55,243. Data compression scores 683,579, while data encryption hits 33,421. The average benchmark score is 57,498, placing the CPU at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs.

Compared to nearest rivals, the Ryzen 9 9900X is essentially tied with the AMD EPYC 9015 (deltaPct -0.1, meaning the 9900X is 0.1% behind), and 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7313. Against Intel's Core i9-14900, the 9900X trails by 1.1%, and it is 1.4% behind the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M. These are all enterprise or high-end desktop parts, so the 9900X sits in rarefied company. For real workloads, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,172 suggests strong performance in video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation tasks that can utilize all 24 threads.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with the Navi 22 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process. The die contains 17,200 million transistors across a 335 mm² area, with a transistor density of 51.3 million per mm². The GPU has 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. It includes 36 ray tracing cores, though tensor cores are not listed for this architecture.

Clock speeds are 1,941 MHz base, 2,174 MHz game clock, and 2,450 MHz boost. The memory subsystem uses 10 GB of GDDR6 on a 160-bit bus, delivering 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 2,000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed. Pixel rate is 156.8 GPixel/s, texture rate is 352.8 GTexel/s, and FP32 compute is 11.29 TFLOPS. FP16 performance is 22.58 TFLOPS with a 2:1 ratio. The card's TDP is 175 W, requiring a single 8-pin power connector and a suggested 450 W power supply. It occupies a dual-slot form factor, measuring 267 mm in length, 110 mm in height, and 40 mm in width.

In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the GPU scores 2,014. Geekbench results show 122,223 in Metal, 97,841 in OpenCL, and 83,974 in Vulkan. PassMark scores include DirectX 9 at 250, DirectX 10 at 115, DirectX 11 at 166, DirectX 12 at 71, G2D at 936, G3D at 18,931, and GPU compute at 8,240. The average benchmark score is 30,433, placing the GPU at the 75th percentile of all GPUs.

Against nearest rivals, the RX 6700 is 0.1% behind the NVIDIA CMP 70HX, 0.2% behind the NVIDIA Tesla M60, 1.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6800, and 1.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. This is a notable result: the RX 6700 outperforms the RX 6800 in average benchmark score despite the RX 6800 typically having more memory bandwidth. For rendering workloads, the 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 320 GB/s bandwidth indicate capable 1080p and 1440p gaming, though the 10 GB VRAM may be a constraint for very high-resolution textures.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a clear imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The CPU sits at the 92nd percentile while the GPU sits at the 75th percentile, creating a 17-percentage-point gap. The combined percentile of 84 reflects this asymmetry. In CPU-bound workloads like data compression, encryption, and multi-threaded rendering, the Ryzen 9 9900X will be the limiting factor only in the sense that the GPU cannot keep pace with frame generation demands.

In gaming, the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions and quality settings, as the RX 6700's 75th percentile position limits frame rates. At lower resolutions like 1080p, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (2,253 in Cinebench R23 single-core, 4,672 in PassMark single-thread) can push the GPU to its limits, but the GPU's raw throughput caps overall FPS. The 3DMark threaded scores show the CPU can handle 16 threads efficiently, which is more than most games currently use, so the CPU is unlikely to bottleneck in gaming scenarios.

For productivity, the balance shifts. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,172 means rendering and compilation tasks will complete quickly, while the GPU's 8,240 PassMark compute score and 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 provide moderate acceleration for GPU-accelerated workloads. The GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 320 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p and entry-level 1440p content creation but may be strained by large 3D scenes or high-resolution video editing.

The 120 W CPU TDP and 175 W GPU TDP together suggest a system that is power-efficient relative to performance, with the 450 W suggested PSU providing headroom. The GPU's end-of-life production status means it is a legacy component, while the CPU is active and current. This makes the CPU the more future-proof component, with a longer expected lifespan and better upgrade potential.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who prioritize CPU performance over GPU performance. The Ryzen 9 9900X's 92nd percentile position makes it ideal for professionals who run multi-threaded workloads: software developers compiling large codebases, researchers running simulations, and content creators doing CPU-based rendering. The 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,172, support heavy parallel workloads.

For gamers, this build is best suited to those playing at 1080p or 1440p with medium-to-high settings, where the RX 6700's 75th percentile position delivers solid frame rates. The CPU's single-core strength (2,253 in Cinebench R23 single-core) ensures that CPU-bound games will run smoothly. However, gamers seeking 4K or ultra-high refresh rate performance (240 Hz or above) will find the GPU lacking.

Students and small business workstations benefit from the CPU's data encryption score of 33,421 and data compression score of 683,579, which indicate fast file operations and secure data handling. The DDR5 memory support and ECC capability make it suitable for workstations requiring data integrity. The dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth supports memory-intensive applications like virtual machines and large spreadsheets.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's position among all processors?

A: The Ryzen 9 9900X sits at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 57,498.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RX 6700 is 1.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6800 and 1.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti in average benchmark score.

Q: What memory type does this build support?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and ECC memory is supported.

Q: Is the GPU current or end-of-life?

A: The RX 6700 is marked as end-of-life production, having been released on 2021-06-08, while the CPU is active and was released on 2024-08-14.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 84, reflecting the CPU's 92nd percentile and the GPU's 75th percentile positions.

Q: What power supply is suggested for this GPU?

A: The RX 6700 has a suggested PSU of 450 W, with a TDP of 175 W and a single 8-pin power connector.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 9 9900X includes Radeon Graphics as integrated graphics, which can serve as a fallback display output.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all gaming figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of each component. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (2,253 in Cinebench R23 single-core, 4,672 in PassMark single-thread) and the GPU's 75th percentile position suggest that 1080p gaming will be GPU-bound in most titles.

At 1080p with ultra settings, the RX 6700's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 and 320 GB/s bandwidth should deliver playable frame rates in most games, though the 10 GB VRAM may cause texture loading issues in the most demanding titles. At 1440p, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, and users should expect lower frame rates than at 1080p. At 4K, the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are likely insufficient for high refresh rate gaming, and users should expect 30-60 FPS in less demanding titles.

The CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 12,552 suggests that games using more than 8 threads will benefit from the 9900X's multi-core capacity, but most current games are still optimized for fewer threads. The single-core score of 1,286 in 3DMark indicates strong per-thread performance, which is the more critical factor for gaming. Overall, this build is best suited for 1080p high-refresh gaming (144 Hz class) and 1440p at medium settings.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's exact benchmark scores are as follows: 3DMark single-thread 1,286, 2-thread 2,519, 4-thread 4,886, 8-thread 9,114, 16-thread 12,552, max-thread 13,929. Cinebench R15 multi-core 5,008 and single-core 353. Cinebench R23 multi-core 32,172 and single-core 2,253. Geekbench multi-core 22,174 and single-core 3,010. PassMark data compression 683,579, data encryption 33,421, extended instructions 55,243, find prime numbers 436, floating-point math 120,083, integer math 181,056, multithread 54,643, physics 3,381, random string sorting 72,013, single-thread 4,672. The average CPU benchmark score is 57,498, at the 92nd percentile.

The GPU's exact benchmark scores are: 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 2,014. Geekbench Metal 122,223, OpenCL 97,841, Vulkan 83,974. PassMark DirectX 9 250, DirectX 10 115, DirectX 11 166, DirectX 12 71, G2D 936, G3D 18,931, GPU compute 8,240. The average GPU benchmark score is 30,433, at the 75th percentile.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU outperforms the GPU by a significant margin. The CPU's 92nd percentile and the GPU's 75th percentile produce a combined 84th percentile. The CPU is competitive with enterprise parts like the AMD EPYC 9015 (0.1% behind) and the Intel Core i9-14900 (1.1% behind), while the GPU edges out the RTX 3070 Ti by 1.6%. This is a CPU-first build where the processor leads performance.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses AMD Socket AM5, which is the current mainstream desktop platform. The Ryzen 9 9900X supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and ECC memory is supported. PCIe Gen 5 is available with 24 lanes from the CPU, providing high bandwidth for NVMe storage and future GPUs. The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is backward compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 slots.

The CPU's TDP is 120 W, and the GPU's TDP is 175 W, with a suggested PSU of 450 W. This leaves headroom for a more powerful GPU in the future, as the CPU has the compute capacity to drive a higher-tier card. The GPU is end-of-life, so upgrading to a newer graphics card is the most sensible next step. The CPU's 92nd percentile position means it will remain relevant for several years, and the AM5 socket has a clear upgrade path within the same generation.

A sensible next upgrade is a GPU with higher VRAM and bandwidth to match the CPU's performance tier. The CPU's 3DMark max-thread score of 13,929 indicates it can feed a much faster GPU without becoming a bottleneck. The 450 W PSU may need to be upgraded if a more power-hungry GPU is installed, but the current power requirements are modest for the performance level.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X with the AMD Radeon RX 6700. The CPU is a 12-core, 24-thread Zen 5 processor at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is a 10 GB RDNA 2 card at the 75th percentile. The combined percentile is 84, indicating an above-average system overall, but with a clear CPU advantage.

The CPU's release date of 2024-08-14 and launch MSRP of $499 place it as a current-generation high-end desktop processor. The GPU's release date of 2021-06-08 and end-of-life status make it a legacy component. This asymmetry defines the build's character: a modern, powerful processor paired with an older, mid-range graphics card. The build class is desktop, and the overall tier is solidly upper-mid-range, with the CPU providing headroom for future GPU upgrades.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 2,253 in Cinebench R23 and 4,672 in PassMark single-thread support high frame rates, but the GPU's 75th percentile limits 1080p performance to roughly mid-range levels. At 1080p, the RX 6700 should drive 144 Hz monitors in less demanding titles, while 1440p requires medium settings.

Streaming: The 12-core CPU handles encoding and gaming simultaneously without bottlenecking, as the 3DMark 16-thread score of 12,552 indicates substantial multi-thread capacity. The GPU's 36 ray tracing cores and 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 provide adequate encoding support, though the 10 GB VRAM may limit simultaneous game and stream quality.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,172 accelerates export and rendering, while the GPU's 8,240 PassMark compute score assists with effects and previews. The 320 GB/s memory bandwidth and 10 GB VRAM handle 1080p and entry-level 1440p timelines effectively.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering excels with the 9900X's 32,172 Cinebench R23 multi-core score, while GPU-based rendering is moderate due to the RX 6700's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32. The 16,630 million transistors in the CPU and 17,200 million in the GPU provide substantial compute density for complex scenes.

Software development: The CPU's data compression score of 683,579 and integer math score of 181,056 speed up compilation and build processes. The 24 threads handle parallel builds, and the DDR5 memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s reduces I/O bottlenecks.

Student and office work: The CPU's 92nd percentile and the GPU's 75th percentile are overkill for basic tasks, but the system handles spreadsheets, browsers, and office suites with ease. The ECC memory support provides data integrity for important documents, and the 120 W CPU TDP keeps power consumption reasonable for daily use.

Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 9900X + AMD Radeon RX 6700

Apex Performer

System Balance Analysis

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X

AMD Radeon RX 6700

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

Performance Insights

Optimal Performance

4K Gaming Ready

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

CPU Analysis

GPU Analysis

Balance and Bottleneck

Who Should Build It

FAQ

Gaming Performance

Benchmark Performance

Upgrade Path and Platform

Build Overview

Usage Scenarios

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