SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core i3-12100F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

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87 / 100
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Power Build

Top 13% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
81%
VS
GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i3-12100F

13,494 Benchmark Score
Top 19% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

31,087 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Strong Performance

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

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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

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER sits at the 72nd percentile among all desktop builds. This places it above the majority of systems, with the CPU itself at the 68th percentile and the GPU at the 76th percentile.

Q: How does the Core i3-12100F compare to its closest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13,494. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 3 N355, scores 13,492, a 0% difference. The Intel Core i5-9500 scores 13,452 (0.3% slower), while the Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13,594 (0.7% faster), and the Intel Core i7-1250U scores 13,351 (1.1% slower).

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the GPU and CPU in this build?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has a launch MSRP of 799 USD, and the Intel Core i3-12100F has a launch MSRP of $97.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It does not support ECC memory.

Q: Is the measured FPS data for this build based on real testing?

A: Yes, the data is measured. The `dataIsMeasured` field is true, meaning the FPS figures provided across games and resolutions come from actual benchmark runs rather than estimates.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread and multi-thread performance in Cinebench R23?

A: In Cinebench R23, the i3-12100F scores 1,674 in single-core and 11,860 in multi-core. The multi-core score reflects the 4-core/8-thread design, while the single-core score is strong relative to the CPU's overall tier.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER compare to its nearest GPU rival in average score?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has an average benchmark score of 31,087. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M5000, scores 31,206, which is 0.4% higher. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell scores 31,532 (1.4% higher), and the NVIDIA TITAN RTX scores 31,676 (1.9% higher).

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The data shows this pairing delivers exceptionally high frame rates in competitive titles. Counter-Strike 2 reaches 297.4 FPS at 1080p and 195.4 FPS at 1440p, while Valorant hits 433.2 FPS at 1080p and 407.6 FPS at 1440p. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege achieves 357 FPS at 1080p, making this build well-suited for 240Hz displays in esports scenarios. The pair's average FPS across all tested games is 180.1, which is well above typical 144Hz refresh thresholds.

Streaming: The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's Ada Lovelace architecture with 66 RT cores and 264 tensor cores provides hardware-accelerated encoding capabilities. The CPU's 4-core/8-thread configuration may limit simultaneous gaming and encoding workloads, as the multi-thread score of 14,015 in PassMark is modest compared to higher-core-count processors. For streaming, the GPU can handle the encoding load, but the CPU may struggle with heavily threaded games while streaming concurrently.

Video editing: In video editing workloads, the GPU's compute performance is strong, with a Geekbench OpenCL score of 199,267 and a PassMark GPU Compute score of 18,372. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,860 and Geekbench multi-core score of 7,252 provide adequate but not exceptional performance for timeline rendering and export tasks. The 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on the GPU aids in handling larger video buffers and effects.

3D rendering: The GPU delivers 44.10 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,569, making it capable for GPU-accelerated rendering. However, CPU-based rendering will be constrained by the i3-12100F's 4 cores and 8 threads. The PassMark multi-thread score of 14,015 and the 3DMark max-threads score of 4,023 indicate that heavily threaded CPU rendering tasks will be slower than on higher-core processors.

Software development: For compilation and development tasks, the CPU's single-thread performance is solid, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 893 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3,444. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache helps with frequently accessed data. Multi-threaded builds will benefit from the 8 threads, but larger projects may bottleneck on the 4-core design. The GPU's compute capabilities can accelerate certain development workflows like shader compilation and machine learning inference.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread performance is adequate for everyday productivity applications, with a Geekbench single-core score of 1,932 and a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 703. The 58W TDP means low power consumption for office environments. The GPU is overkill for typical office tasks, but the system's overall responsiveness will be excellent for web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheet work.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a 4-core, 8-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 163 mm². It operates with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, with a TDP of 58W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Benchmark results show a processor that performs well above its core count would suggest in single-threaded tasks. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,674 and the 3DMark single-thread score of 893 indicate strong per-core efficiency. The PassMark single-thread score of 3,444 reinforces this, suggesting the Alder Lake architecture's IPC improvements are significant.

Multi-threaded performance scales predictably with the 4-core/8-thread configuration. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,860 is roughly 7 times the single-core score, which is expected given the 8 threads. The 3DMark scores show a similar pattern: 4,051 for 16 threads, 4,026 for 8 threads, and 2,859 for 4 threads. The near-identical scores between 8-thread and 16-thread tests (4,026 vs 4,051) confirm that the processor's 8 threads are the limiting factor, not the test's thread count.

In real workloads, this means the i3-12100F excels at tasks that rely on a few fast cores, such as gaming, general productivity, and light content creation. Heavily threaded workloads like video encoding, 3D rendering, or scientific simulations will see the processor fall behind larger-core-count alternatives. The PassMark integer math score of 40,978 and floating-point math score of 31,977 show reasonable computational throughput for everyday tasks.

The 68th percentile ranking among all CPUs places it above budget and older mainstream processors but below mid-range and high-end options. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core 3 N355 (0% difference), the Intel Core i5-9500 (0.3% slower), and the Intel Core i7-1250U (1.1% slower), showing that the i3-12100F holds its own against older i5 and newer low-power i7 parts.

Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of a 4-core i3-12100F with the high-end RTX 4070 Ti SUPER creates a significant imbalance in certain workloads. The GPU's percentile ranking of 76 is notably higher than the CPU's 68, suggesting the CPU is the weaker link in this configuration. In gaming scenarios, this imbalance manifests as CPU bottlenecks in titles with heavy physics or AI calculations.

Evidence from FPS scaling across resolutions supports this. In Counter-Strike 2, the frame rate drops from 297.4 FPS at 1080p to 195.4 FPS at 1440p, a 34% decrease, and further to 111.6 FPS at 4K. This steep scaling suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU limits performance, preventing the GPU from reaching its full potential. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, as resolution increases the GPU's workload.

In contrast, games like Ark: Survival Ascended show different scaling: 42.5 FPS at 1080p, 28.5 FPS at 1440p, and 12.3 FPS at 4K. The low absolute frame rates across all resolutions indicate the GPU is heavily loaded even at 1080p, making the GPU the primary bottleneck in this title.

The average FPS across all games is 180.1, which is high but likely understates the CPU bottleneck in many titles. The pair ranks 568 out of 3,732 pairs (top 15.2%), which is respectable but shows that many other CPU+GPU combinations achieve higher average frame rates. The CPU's 4 cores may limit performance in games that scale well beyond 8 threads, while the GPU's 8,448 shading units and 16 GB of memory remain underutilized in such scenarios.

For productivity workloads, the bottleneck shifts. The GPU's compute capabilities (44.10 TFLOPS FP32) far exceed the CPU's multi-thread throughput. In GPU-accelerated rendering or machine learning tasks, the CPU will likely not be the limiting factor. However, in CPU-bound tasks like compilation or physics simulation, the i3-12100F's modest multi-thread scores become the constraint.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data across 50 games shows a wide range of performance depending on the title and resolution. At 1080p, the build achieves high frame rates in most games: Counter-Strike 2 hits 297.4 FPS, Valorant reaches 433.2 FPS, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege achieves 357 FPS. Even demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 reach 88 FPS at 1080p, which is playable but not max-refresh territory.

At 1440p, the build remains strong for competitive gaming. Valorant maintains 407.6 FPS, Counter-Strike 2 drops to 195.4 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege hits 234 FPS. More demanding titles show playable frame rates: Cyberpunk 2077 at 63.8 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 60 FPS, and Microsoft Flight Simulator at 84.5 FPS. Assetto Corsa achieves 124 FPS at 1440p, suitable for high-refresh racing.

At 4K, the build's performance becomes mixed. Competitive titles remain playable: Valorant still achieves 381.5 FPS, Counter-Strike 2 hits 111.6 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege reaches 129 FPS. However, AAA titles struggle to maintain 60 FPS. Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 45.9 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 to 40 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended to 12.3 FPS. Call of Duty: Warzone manages 98.5 FPS at 4K, showing the GPU can handle some modern shooters at this resolution.

The data reveals that this build is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers high or ultra settings with excellent frame rates. At 4K, the GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 672.3 GB/s bandwidth help in memory-heavy titles, but the CPU bottleneck becomes more pronounced at lower resolutions. For 4K gaming, users should expect to adjust settings or use upscaling technologies to maintain smooth frame rates in demanding titles.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i3-12100F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, though the GPU in this build uses PCIe 4.0 x16. The platform's memory flexibility allows users to choose between cost-effective DDR4 or faster DDR5.

The GPU is an end-of-life product, with the GeForce 50 series as its successor. It requires a 600W suggested PSU and uses a 16-pin power connector. The GPU's TDP is 285W, while the CPU's TDP is 58W, giving a combined thermal design power of 343W. This leaves headroom within the 600W PSU for other components like drives, fans, and RGB lighting.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be to replace the i3-12100F with a higher-core-count Intel 12th-generation processor that uses the same LGA 1700 socket. This would alleviate the CPU bottleneck seen in gaming at lower resolutions and improve multi-threaded productivity performance. The motherboard and memory would remain compatible, making this a cost-effective upgrade path.

For the GPU, since it is end-of-life, users may consider upgrading to a newer generation when the CPU is also upgraded. However, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 16 GB of memory and strong compute performance (44.10 TFLOPS FP32) should remain relevant for several years. The PCIe 4.0 x16 interface is sufficient for current and near-future GPUs.

The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support from the CPU allows for future high-bandwidth devices like NVMe SSDs, though the GPU in this build uses PCIe 4.0. The dual-channel memory bus and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 provide flexibility for memory upgrades without changing the motherboard.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 13,494, placing it at the 68th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are all within 1.1% of its score: the Intel Core 3 N355 (13,492, 0% difference), Intel Core i5-9500 (13,452, 0.3% slower), Intel Core 5 120UL (13,594, 0.7% faster), and Intel Core i7-1250U (13,351, 1.1% slower). This indicates the i3-12100F sits in a competitive band with several other processors.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 31,087, placing it at the 76th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 (31,206, 0.4% faster), NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q (31,220, 0.4% faster), NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell (31,532, 1.4% faster), and NVIDIA TITAN RTX (31,676, 1.9% faster). The GPU's performance is closely matched with these professional and previous-generation flagship cards.

In specific GPU benchmarks, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER scores 5,569 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 199,267 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 53,683 in Geekbench Vulkan. The PassMark G3D score is 31,811, and the GPU Compute score is 18,372. These results show strong DirectX 12 and compute performance, with the DirectX 12 score of 119 in PassMark indicating good API efficiency.

The combined picture shows a CPU that is above average but not exceptional, paired with a GPU that is well above average. The combined percentile of 72 reflects this, with the GPU carrying more of the system's overall performance weight. The pair ranks 568 out of 3,732 pairs by average FPS, placing it in the top 15.2% of all tested configurations.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i3-12100F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. The CPU is a 4-core, 8-thread Alder Lake processor with a 58W TDP, while the GPU is a triple-slot, 285W Ada Lovelace card with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory. The system's combined percentile ranking is 72, indicating it outperforms roughly 72% of all builds in the database.

The CPU's 68th percentile ranking places it in the mid-range tier, while the GPU's 76th percentile ranking places it in the upper-mid-range tier. The combined system sits firmly in the upper-mid-range class, capable of high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p, with playable performance at 4K in many titles. The average FPS across all tested games is 180.1, which is high for a desktop system.

The build's strengths lie in its GPU performance: 44.10 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, 66 RT cores for ray tracing, and 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with 672.3 GB/s bandwidth. The CPU, while not a bottleneck at higher resolutions, limits the system's potential at 1080p in CPU-bound titles. The platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, providing upgrade flexibility.

This is a desktop-class system, not a laptop or mobile configuration. The GPU's dimensions (310 mm length, 140 mm height, 61 mm width) require a full-size case, and the triple-slot design means adequate case airflow is necessary. The 600W suggested PSU provides sufficient headroom for the combined 343W TDP of the CPU and GPU.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting high-refresh 1080p or 1440p play will find this build well-suited. The measured FPS data shows 297.4 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 at 1080p and 407.6 FPS in Valorant at 1440p, making it ideal for competitive esports. For AAA titles at 1440p, the build delivers playable frame rates: Cyberpunk 2077 at 63.8 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 60 FPS, though users may need to tweak settings for smoother performance.

Content creators working with GPU-accelerated applications will benefit from the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's compute capabilities. The PassMark GPU Compute score of 18,372 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 199,267 indicate strong performance in rendering, video encoding, and machine learning tasks. However, creators who rely heavily on CPU rendering will find the i3-12100F's 4 cores limiting, making this build better suited for GPU-centric workflows.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's strong single-thread performance for compilation and code analysis. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,674 and PassMark single-thread score of 3,444 provide responsive development environments. The GPU's compute power can accelerate tasks like shader compilation and local machine learning inference. Developers working on multi-threaded applications may want a higher-core CPU.

Students and office workers will find this build overkill for most tasks but exceptionally responsive. The CPU's 68th percentile ranking ensures smooth multitasking, while the GPU's power is unnecessary for document editing or web browsing. The system's 16 GB of GPU memory could be useful for data science or engineering students running GPU-accelerated simulations. The low CPU TDP of 58W keeps power consumption reasonable for daily use.

Small business workstations that require GPU acceleration for CAD, video editing, or data analysis will benefit from this pairing. The GPU's 16 GB memory and high compute throughput handle professional workloads, while the CPU provides adequate single-thread performance for general office applications. The system's 72nd combined percentile ensures it can handle demanding professional applications without frequent upgrades.