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Rate My PC: Intel Core i3-12100F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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# Intel Core i3-12100F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2: A Benchmark Analysis

This pairing combines an entry-level 12th-generation Intel desktop processor with a flagship Blackwell-architecture graphics card, creating a system where the CPU’s 68th percentile standing and the GPU’s 59th percentile position produce a combined percentile of 64. The data shows a substantial performance hierarchy between components, with the CPU delivering strong single-threaded results (893 in 3DMark single-thread, 1674 in Cinebench R23 single-core) while the GPU posts a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination; all frame-rate discussions herein are estimates derived from the benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a 4-core, 8-thread desktop processor built on the Alder Lake architecture using Intel’s 10 nm process node, with a die size of 163 mm². It operates at a base clock of 3.30 GHz and boosts to 4.30 GHz, with a TDP of 58 W. The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, and the CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The processor is unlocked-multiplier-free, meaning it cannot be overclocked via multiplier adjustments.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 68th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 13494. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core 3 N355 (score 13492, 0% delta), Intel Core i5-9500 (score 13452, 0.3% faster), Intel Core 5 120UL (score 13594, 0.7% slower), and Intel Core i7-1250U (score 13351, 1.1% faster). These narrow deltas indicate the i3-12100F sits in a crowded mid-range performance tier where single-digit percentage differences separate competitors.

Multi-threaded performance shows clear scaling characteristics. The 3DMark scores progress from 1659 for 2 threads to 2859 for 4 threads, then jump to 4026 for 8 threads and 4023 for max threads, indicating excellent utilization of all 8 threads with minimal overhead. The 4-thread to 8-thread scaling (from 2859 to 4026) represents a 40.8% improvement, suggesting hyper-threading adds meaningful throughput. Cinebench results reinforce this: R20 multicore scores 4981 versus 703 single-core, while R23 multicore reaches 11860 against 1674 single-core, showing a 7:1 multi-to-single ratio that reflects the 8-thread capability.

Geekbench multicore (7252) and single-core (1932) scores confirm the processor’s balanced design. Passmark tests reveal workload-specific strengths: floating-point math scores 31977, integer math 40978, and extended instructions 10842, while data compression hits 160452 and encryption 8071. The physics score of 985 and prime number finding at 60 indicate the CPU is more suited to general productivity than heavy computational physics. Random string sorting at 15809 shows reasonable memory-bound performance. The single-thread Passmark score of 3444 demonstrates strong per-core efficiency, critical for lightly-threaded applications.

For real-world workloads, the 68th percentile placement means this CPU outperforms roughly two-thirds of all processors in the database. However, the deltaPct values against nearest rivals (all within 1.1%) show it is not a standout performer in its class. The 4-core/8-thread configuration handles everyday multitasking, office applications, and light creative work competently, but the 12 MB L3 cache and dual-channel memory bus impose limits on data-intensive tasks. The absence of integrated graphics (indicated by null) means a discrete GPU is mandatory, which this build provides in abundance.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F sits in the 68th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 13494, placing it above the majority of CPUs but within 1.1% of its nearest rivals.

Q: How does the CPU perform in single-threaded versus multi-threaded workloads?

A: Single-thread performance is strong (Cinebench R23 single-core: 1674, 3DMark single-thread: 893), while multi-threaded results scale well to 8 threads (Cinebench R23 multicore: 11860, 3DMark max threads: 4023), showing efficient hyper-threading utilization.

Q: What memory types does this CPU support?

A: The i3-12100F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, with no ECC memory support, offering flexibility in platform memory selection.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking and benchmark score?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 ranks in the 59th percentile among all GPUs, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504, placing it near the NVIDIA T400 (16508) and AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (16415).

Q: Is there measured gaming FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination?

A: No, the fact pack contains no measured FPS rows for this pairing (dataIsMeasured is false). All frame-rate expectations must be inferred from the benchmark scores and are estimates.

Q: What is the power consumption of each component?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 58 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 575 W, with a suggested PSU rating of 950 W for the system.

Q: Does the CPU include integrated graphics?

A: No, the integratedGraphics field is null, so a discrete GPU is required for display output, which this build provides.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score of 13494 places it at the 68th percentile, while the GPU’s average score of 16504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 places it at the 59th percentile. The combined percentile for this pairing is 64, indicating a system that sits above the median but not at the extreme high end of overall performance.

The CPU demonstrates its strongest results in multi-threaded synthetic tests. Cinebench R23 multicore (11860) and Geekbench multicore (7252) show solid throughput for a 4-core processor, while Passmark multithread (14015) and floating-point math (31977) corroborate this. The 3DMark thread-scaling results (4051 for 16 threads, 4026 for 8 threads, 4023 for max threads) reveal that beyond 8 threads there is no additional performance gain, confirming the 8-thread ceiling. Single-thread performance is competitive, with 3DMark single-thread at 893 and Cinebench R23 single-core at 1674, placing it within 1.1% of rivals like the Intel Core i7-1250U (13351 average score).

The GPU’s single benchmark result — 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504 — positions it at parity with the NVIDIA T400 (16508, 0% delta) and slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (16361, 0.9% faster for the rival). The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (16408, 0.6% delta) and AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (16415, 0.5% delta) are within 1% as well. This clustering suggests the 5090 D V2’s benchmark score does not reflect its flagship positioning in terms of raw specifications (24 GB GDDR7, 1.34 TB/s bandwidth, 21760 shading units), indicating the Steel Nomad test may not fully stress its capabilities or that driver optimization affects results. The 59th percentile ranking relative to all GPUs appears low given the hardware, but the data is what it is.

Combined, the CPU’s 68th percentile and GPU’s 59th percentile yield a 64th percentile system. The CPU outperforms the GPU in relative standing, but the GPU’s absolute performance — driven by 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 1.34 TB/s memory bandwidth — dwarfs the CPU’s throughput. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score, while modest against peers, still represents a capable DirectX 12 rendering result. The disparity between the CPU’s multi-threaded ceiling and the GPU’s theoretical compute capacity is the defining characteristic of this pairing.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a pronounced imbalance between CPU and GPU capabilities. The CPU’s 8-thread maximum (evidenced by 3DMark scores plateauing at 4023 for max threads versus 4026 for 8 threads) contrasts sharply with the GPU’s massive parallel architecture (21760 shading units, 680 tensor cores). In CPU-limited workloads — such as physics simulation (Passmark physics score of 985) or data encryption (8071) — the processor will reach its ceiling quickly, leaving GPU resources idle. Conversely, GPU-heavy tasks like 3D rendering or high-resolution gaming can saturate the RTX 5090 D V2, but the CPU may struggle to feed it geometry and draw calls in real-time applications.

The bottleneck shifts depending on workload type. For multi-threaded CPU tasks, the 4-core/8-thread configuration with 12 MB L3 cache is the limiting factor, as evidenced by the 68th percentile ranking. For gaming at lower resolutions, the CPU’s single-thread score (893 in 3DMark single-thread, 3444 in Passmark single-thread) becomes the constraint, potentially preventing the GPU from achieving its maximum frame rates. At higher resolutions, the GPU’s rendering load increases, and the CPU may keep pace more easily, though the 1.34 TB/s memory bandwidth of the GPU far exceeds what the dual-channel memory bus can deliver for CPU-side data.

The FPS scaling picture, while not measured, can be inferred from the percentile gap. The CPU’s 68th percentile versus the GPU’s 59th percentile suggests that in GPU-bound scenarios, the system performs near the GPU’s level, but in CPU-bound scenarios, performance drops to the processor’s level. The 3DMark thread scores (1659 for 2 threads, 2859 for 4 threads) indicate that even modest multi-threading demands can strain the CPU, making it the primary bottleneck in many real-time workloads. The combined 64th percentile reflects this compromise: the system is stronger than either component’s percentile alone might suggest, but the CPU will consistently limit the GPU’s potential in frame-rate-sensitive applications.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU built on TSMC’s 5 nm process, with a die size of 750 mm² and 92,200 million transistors. The chip (GB202) operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz and boosts to 2407 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). It features 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth. The GPU contains 21760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores, with pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s. FP32 and FP16 compute both reach 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio). The card is dual-slot, 304 mm long, 137 mm tall, and 48 mm wide, requiring a 950 W PSU and a single 16-pin power connector. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, supporting DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504 places the GPU at the 59th percentile, with nearest rivals being the NVIDIA T400 (16508, 0% delta), AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (16415, 0.5% faster for the rival), NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (16408, 0.6% faster for the rival), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (16361, 0.9% faster for the rival). These near-identical scores suggest that the Steel Nomad benchmark does not differentiate this GPU from much older or lower-tier cards, which is anomalous given the specification sheet. The 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth are enormous by any measure, yet the synthetic score indicates the test may be limited by other factors such as driver overhead or CPU bottlenecking during the test.

For rendering workloads, the GPU’s strengths are evident in its raw specifications: 170 RT cores for ray tracing, 680 tensor cores for AI acceleration, and 24 GB of VRAM for large scenes. The 1.34 TB/s bandwidth allows rapid texture streaming, and the 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate supports high-resolution output. The 59th percentile ranking, however, tempers expectations; in the database’s context, this GPU performs on par with professional workstation cards like the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (within 0.6%) and older gaming cards like the RX 5700 XT (within 0.9%). This suggests that for the benchmark tested, the 5090 D V2 does not exhibit a meaningful advantage over these rivals, despite its architectural modernity and massive compute resources.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: At 1080p or 1440p with high refresh rates, the CPU’s single-thread score (893 in 3DMark, 1674 in Cinebench R23) becomes the limiting factor. The GPU can render frames quickly, but the processor may bottleneck, preventing the system from achieving the frame rates the GPU alone could produce. The 68th CPU percentile versus 59th GPU percentile indicates the CPU is relatively stronger, but absolute performance is constrained by the 4-core design.

Streaming: The CPU’s 8-thread capability (3DMark 8-thread score of 4026) can handle encoding, but the lack of integrated graphics and modest multi-threaded scores (Cinebench R23 multicore 11860) suggest software encoding would strain the processor. The GPU’s tensor cores (680) could offload encoding tasks, but this depends on software support.

Video Editing: The CPU’s Passmark data compression score of 160452 and floating-point math of 31977 indicate competent handling of codec operations, while the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth accelerate effects and preview rendering. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11860 suggests timeline rendering is feasible but not exceptional.

3D Rendering: The GPU excels here, with 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 170 RT cores for ray-traced output. The CPU’s role in scene preparation and geometry processing (Passmark integer math 40978) is adequate, but rendering times will be GPU-bound, benefiting from the 24 GB frame buffer.

Software Development: Compilation tasks rely on CPU multi-threading; the 3DMark 16-thread score of 4051 and Cinebench R20 multicore of 4981 show reasonable parallel compilation. The 12 MB L3 cache and DDR4/DDR5 support provide adequate memory bandwidth for build tools, though larger projects may expose the 4-core limitation.

Student and Office Work: The CPU’s single-thread performance (Passmark single-thread 3444) handles document processing and web browsing smoothly. The GPU is overkill for these tasks, but the 58 W CPU TDP and dual-slot GPU make power consumption manageable. The 68th percentile CPU ranking ensures competent everyday performance.

Who Should Build It

This system targets users who prioritize GPU compute over CPU throughput. Gamers at 4K resolution will find the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth sufficient for ultra-high-detail textures, with the CPU’s 68th percentile ensuring playable frame rates in most titles, though CPU-bound scenarios may cause dips. Content creators working with large 3D scenes or high-resolution video will benefit from the GPU’s 104.8 TFLOPS and 170 RT cores, while the CPU’s 12 MB L3 cache and 8 threads handle asset management. Software developers compiling code will see moderate performance; the 3DMark 16-thread score of 4051 indicates decent parallel builds, but the 4-core limit may slow large projects. Students and office workers gain little from this GPU, but the CPU’s 58 W TDP and strong single-thread scores (893 in 3DMark) make everyday tasks responsive. Small business workstations running GPU-accelerated applications (e.g., CAD, data visualization) will leverage the 24 GB memory, but the CPU’s 68th percentile may bottleneck multi-tasking. The 59th GPU percentile suggests that for some workloads, cheaper rivals like the RX 5700 XT (within 0.9%) could perform similarly, making this build for users who need the specific features (GDDR7, 680 tensor cores, 1.34 TB/s) rather than raw benchmark dominance.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i3-12100F (Alder Lake, 10 nm, 4 cores/8 threads, 58 W TDP) with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 (Blackwell 2.0, 5 nm, 24 GB GDDR7, 575 W TDP). The combined percentile of 64 places the system above the median, with the CPU at the 68th percentile and the GPU at the 59th percentile. The CPU’s launch MSRP is $97, and the GPU’s launch MSRP is 2,299 USD. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 13494 and the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16504 define the performance envelope. The system’s tier is mid-to-upper range, but the GPU’s modest percentile relative to its specifications creates an unusual profile where the CPU overperforms its price class while the GPU underperforms its specification sheet in the tested benchmark. The pairing is viable for GPU-centric workloads, but the CPU will limit the GPU in many real-time applications.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination; the fact pack contains no measuredFps rows, and dataIsMeasured is false. All frame-rate figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations. The CPU’s single-thread score (893 in 3DMark, 3444 in Passmark) and the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score (16504) provide the basis for these estimates.

At 1080p ultra settings, the GPU can output high frames, but the CPU’s 4-core/8-thread design may bottleneck in CPU-intensive titles. The 3DMark 4-thread score of 2859 suggests that games using 4 or fewer threads will see the CPU near its limit, potentially capping frame rates below what the GPU can deliver. At 1440p, the GPU’s workload increases, and the CPU may keep pace more readily; the 68th CPU percentile versus 59th GPU percentile indicates the processor is relatively stronger, but absolute performance remains constrained. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary driver, with 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth handling high-resolution textures; the CPU’s role diminishes, and frame rates will approach the GPU’s maximum capability. The GPU’s nearest rival, the RX 5700 XT (0.9% delta), provides a reference point: if the 5090 D V2 performs similarly in Steel Nomad, gaming results may be comparable to that older card, though the 24 GB memory and newer architecture may benefit specific titles. Overall, expect playable frame rates at all resolutions, with the CPU limiting performance at lower resolutions and the GPU taking over at higher ones.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i3-12100F uses the Intel Socket 1700, supporting DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with PCIe Gen 5 providing 16 CPU lanes. The CPU’s TDP is 58 W, while the GPU requires 575 W, with a suggested PSU of 950 W. The platform can be upgraded to a higher-core-count 12th-generation processor on the same socket, which would improve multi-threaded performance (the current CPU scores 11860 in Cinebench R23 multicore; a stronger CPU would reduce the bottleneck in CPU-bound workloads). Memory can be expanded from the current 12 MB L3 cache configuration, though the CPU’s cache is fixed. The PCIe Gen 5 interface supports the GPU’s PCIe 5.0 x16 bus. The PSU headroom is substantial: the 950 W suggestion covers the 58 W CPU and 575 W GPU with margin for peripherals. A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count LGA 1700 CPU to better match the GPU’s capabilities; the current 4-core/8-thread configuration (3DMark max threads score 4023) limits the system’s multi-threaded ceiling, and upgrading the processor would improve overall balance without changing the platform. The GPU’s 24 GB GDDR7 memory and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth leave ample headroom for future games, so the GPU can remain through multiple CPU generations. The 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores provide future-proofing for ray tracing and AI workloads. The motherboard’s dual-channel memory and DDR4/DDR5 support allow memory upgrades without a platform change. The 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes are sufficient for the GPU and can accommodate additional Gen 5 storage devices.

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