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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12400 + AMD Radeon RX 7700

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87 Score

Top 13% Ranking

87 / 100

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

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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CPU

84%

GPU

89%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-12400

18,683 Benchmark Score

Top 16% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 7700

15,852 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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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

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 is a desktop configuration that sits in the 65th percentile of all CPU+GPU pairings. The combined average benchmark score of 18,683 for the CPU and 15,852 for the GPU places this build in a distinct performance tier. The data shows a system where the CPU’s 72nd percentile ranking among all processors is notably higher than the GPU’s 58th percentile standing, indicating a potential imbalance depending on the workload. This analysis walks through the benchmark data, measured frame rates, and architectural details to define exactly where this pairing excels and where it falls short.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance relationship between the Core i5-12400 and the Radeon RX 7700 is not uniform across all tasks. The CPU’s percentile rank of 72 against all processors is substantially higher than the GPU’s rank of 58 against all graphics cards. This suggests that in many scenarios, the GPU is more likely to be the limiting factor, particularly at higher resolutions where the rendering load increases. However, the measured FPS data across games reveals a more nuanced picture, especially at 1080p.

At 1920x1080 resolution, the average frame rate across all tested games is 124.4 FPS. This high average indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU in most titles. For example, in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, the system achieves 431 FPS at 1080p, and in Valorant, it reaches 434 FPS. These numbers are far beyond what the GPU alone would dictate in a GPU-bound scenario, showing the i5-12400’s strong single-thread performance is a key enabler for esports titles. The single-thread benchmark score of 910 in 3dmark and 3456 in Passmark support this, showing the CPU is not the constraint in these lightweight scenarios.

However, the balance shifts with resolution. At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops, and the gap between CPU and GPU capabilities narrows. In more demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077, the system delivers 43 FPS at 1440p, a figure that is clearly GPU-limited. The 3dmark_16_threads score of 5873 and max_threads score of 5890 indicate that the CPU has substantial multithreaded headroom, which is not fully utilized in gaming. The bottleneck at higher resolutions is the GPU, as evidenced by the scaling from 1080p to 1440p in games like Call of Duty: Warzone, which only drops from 135 FPS to 120 FPS, a modest 11% reduction. In contrast, a more CPU-sensitive title like Counter-Strike 2 drops from 195 FPS at 1080p to 129 FPS at 1440p, a 34% reduction, showing how the CPU's performance ceiling is reached when the GPU has less work to do.

The Passmark physics score of 1105 and the 3dmark_8_threads score of 4745 further illustrate that the CPU has sufficient power for gaming. The real bottleneck in this pairing is the GPU, especially at 1440p and 4K. The data indicates that for maximum frame rates in competitive shooters at 1080p, the CPU is the star, but for visually demanding AAA games at higher resolutions, the GPU will be the limiting component, capping performance regardless of the CPU’s capabilities.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data for this configuration, with `dataIsMeasured` set to true, provides concrete figures for ultra settings at three resolutions. The system is clearly capable of high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p across a wide variety of titles. Esports and lighter games perform exceptionally well: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive hits 431 FPS, Valorant reaches 434 FPS, and Roblox achieves 252 FPS. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege runs at 232 FPS. These numbers indicate that the pairing is well-suited for competitive gaming at 1080p, with the CPU's single-thread strength driving these high results.

For more demanding AAA titles at 1080p, the performance remains playable but not extreme. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 58 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 52 FPS, and Call of Duty: Warzone at 135 FPS. The system handles these games at playable frame rates, but not with the headroom for maximum refresh rates. The 16 GB of VRAM on the GPU is a significant asset here, ensuring that even with high-resolution textures, the GPU does not run out of memory, as seen in the 58 FPS result for Cyberpunk 2077 which is a VRAM-heavy title.

Moving to 2560x1440, the FPS figures drop consistently across the board. The average frame rate falls, with demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 dropping to 43 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 to 39 FPS. These are still playable, but they approach the lower edge of the 60 FPS target. Lighter titles still perform well, with Valorant at 381 FPS and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 297 FPS. The 1440p data shows that this pairing is a capable 1440p performer, but it is not a high-refresh-rate 1440p solution for the most demanding games.

At 3840x2160, the performance is generally not suitable for smooth gameplay in demanding titles. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 28 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 26 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended at only 9 FPS. Lighter games like Valorant still achieve 305 FPS, and Roblox hits 95 FPS, but the overall experience at 4K is limited. The data suggests that 1080p is the sweet spot for this pairing, with 1440p being viable for less demanding games or with settings adjustments. The GPU's 624.1 GB/s memory bandwidth and 16 GB of VRAM are sufficient for 1440p, but the raw compute power, as indicated by the 25.18 TFLOPS FP32 performance, is not enough to drive 4K at high frame rates.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. With a TDP of 65 W, it is a power-efficient part. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration is typical for a mid-range desktop processor.

The benchmark scores reveal a strong single-threaded performer. The 3dmark_single_thread score of 910 and the Geekbench single-core score of 1848 are solid, and the Passmark single-thread score of 3456 confirms this. In Cinebench R23, the single-core score of 2257 shows that the architecture is efficient for lightly-threaded tasks. This is why the system performs so well in games like Valorant and Counter-Strike, which rely heavily on single-thread performance.

Multithreaded performance is also respectable. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15989 and the Geekbench multicore score of 8564 indicate good scaling across the 6 cores. The 3dmark_max_threads score of 5890 is close to the 16-thread score of 5873, suggesting that the processor has reached its scaling limit with 12 threads. For content creation tasks like video editing or 3D rendering, this level of performance is adequate for mid-range workloads. The Passmark integer math score of 58366 and floating point math score of 45494 show that the CPU can handle complex calculations, though it will be slower than higher-core-count parts.

The CPU's 72nd percentile ranking places it above average, and it is competitive with parts like the Intel Core i3-14100F, which it beats by 0.9% in average benchmark score. However, it is slightly behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 by 0.7%. The nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7643, has a nearly identical average score of 18697, showing that the i5-12400 holds its own against a much more expensive server chip. The 65 W TDP and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory make it a versatile option for various system builds.

Who Should Build It

This configuration is best suited for gamers who prioritize high refresh rates at 1080p. The FPS data shows that for esports titles and lighter games, this pairing delivers outstanding performance, often exceeding 200 FPS. The CPU's single-thread performance is the key driver here. Users with 144Hz or 240Hz 1080p monitors will find this build ideal for competitive play.

Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will find the 6-core, 12-thread CPU adequate for moderate workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15989 is sufficient for 1080p video editing and basic 3D modeling. The GPU's 16 GB of VRAM is also beneficial for GPU-accelerated rendering, as it can hold larger scenes and textures. However, professionals with heavy multi-threaded workloads may want more cores.

Students and small business users building a general-purpose desktop will find this a balanced and capable machine. The CPU's 72nd percentile ranking and the GPU's 58th percentile ranking mean it can handle everyday tasks, office software, and light creative work with ease. The measured FPS in games like Minecraft (192 FPS at 1080p) and Fortnite (94 FPS at 1080p) shows it can also handle entertainment duties. The system is not ideal for 4K gaming, as the FPS in demanding titles at that resolution drops below 30 FPS, so users with 4K displays should look elsewhere.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate across all games at 1080p?

A: The average FPS across all tested games at 1920x1080 is 124.4 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the Intel Core i3-14100F?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 has an average benchmark score of 18683, which is 0.9% higher than the Intel Core i3-14100F's average score of 18519.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7700 has a memory bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s with a 256-bit bus and 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.

Q: Is this system capable of 4K gaming in demanding titles?

A: No, in demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2, the FPS at 3840x2160 is 28 and 26 respectively, which is below playable levels.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

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

A: The combined percentile rank is 65, meaning it performs better than 65% of all CPU and GPU pairings.

Q: Does the CPU support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-12400 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-12400 uses the Intel Socket 1700. This platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in their memory choice. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which is forward-looking for storage and GPU connectivity. The GPU itself uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe 5.0 slot.

The GPU has a TDP of 200 W, and the suggested power supply is 550 W. This is a modest requirement, giving builders headroom for a quality PSU. The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, so the total system power draw is manageable. For future upgrades, the platform supports newer Intel processors on the same socket, though the user would need to check BIOS compatibility. A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU has headroom to support higher-end graphics cards, given its strong single-thread and multithread scores. The 65 W TDP of the CPU means that a larger cooler is not necessary, but a capable air cooler would be sufficient.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 18,683, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 7643, which scores 18,697, a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i3-14100F is 0.9% behind, while the Intel Core i7-1355U is 0.3% ahead. The CPU’s best scores come in Cinebench R23 multicore with 15,989 and Passmark multithread with 18,747. Single-thread performance is also strong, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,257.

The GPU has an average benchmark score of 15,852, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon R9 370X, which is only 0.1% behind. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is 1.7% ahead, and the AMD Radeon RX 9060 is 1% ahead. The GPU’s best score is in Passmark G3D with 20,974, and its Geekbench OpenCL score is 106,028. The combined picture shows a CPU that outperforms its GPU counterpart in percentile terms, making this a system where the processor is the stronger component relative to its peers.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build class configuration. The combined percentile rank of 65 indicates that this pairing performs better than 65% of all CPU+GPU combinations. The system is a mid-range desktop setup, with the CPU being a mainstream 6-core part and the GPU being a mid-range RDNA 3.0 card. The pair ranks 1827 out of 3732 pairs by FPS, which places it in the top half of all pairings. The average FPS across games is 124.4, which is a strong result for a system in this tier. The overall tier is solidly mid-range, capable of high-refresh 1080p gaming and moderate 1440p gaming, but not a high-end enthusiast system.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, using the Navi 32 chip built on a 5 nm process. It has 28,100 million transistors and a die size of 346 mm². The GPU has 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 96 ROPs. It also features 40 ray tracing cores. The memory configuration is 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. The base clock is 1900 MHz, with a game clock of 2041 MHz and a boost clock of 2459 MHz.

The benchmark scores show that the GPU is a capable 1080p and 1440p performer. The Passmark G3D score of 20,974 is solid, and the 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,865 indicates good DirectX 12 performance. The GPU compute score of 10,963 shows that it can handle compute tasks, though it is not a top-tier compute part. The 25.18 TFLOPS FP32 performance is moderate. The 40 RT cores allow for some ray tracing, but the FPS data in games with ray tracing, like Cyberpunk 2077, shows that it is not a strong RT performer, with only 58 FPS at 1080p. The 16 GB of VRAM is a significant advantage, ensuring that the GPU will not be memory-limited in most games at 1080p and 1440p. The 624.1 GB/s bandwidth provides ample data throughput for the GPU's compute units. The GPU's 58th percentile rank shows it is an average performer, but its large VRAM buffer makes it a good choice for texture-heavy workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This is the primary strength of the pairing. At 1080p, the system delivers 195 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, 431 FPS in CS:GO, and 434 FPS in Valorant. The CPU's single-thread score of 3456 in Passmark ensures that these high frame rates are achievable, making this an ideal build for competitive shooters.

Streaming: The 6-core, 12-thread CPU has the capability to handle streaming workloads. The Passmark multithread score of 18,747 and the 3dmark_16_threads score of 5,873 provide enough headroom for game capture and encoding, though users may need to use the GPU's encoder to offload work. The GPU's 16 GB of VRAM is also beneficial for streaming software.

Video editing: For 1080p video editing, the system is adequate. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15,989 shows that the CPU can handle the rendering tasks, and the GPU's 16 GB of VRAM is useful for effects and color grading. The system will be slower than higher-core-count parts, but it is capable of smooth editing for most projects.

3D rendering: The CPU and GPU can handle basic 3D rendering. The Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1,611 and the GPU's compute score of 10,963 indicate that it can complete renders, but it will not be fast for complex scenes. The 16 GB of VRAM is a benefit for holding large scenes.

Software development: The CPU's strong single-thread performance and 12 threads make it a good choice for code compilation and development tasks. The Passmark integer math score of 58,366 shows it can handle complex calculations. The system is responsive in IDEs and build tools.

Student and office work: For everyday tasks like spreadsheets, word processing, and web browsing, this system is overkill. The CPU's high single-thread performance ensures a snappy experience, and the GPU can handle any light graphics work. The system will easily handle any student or office workload without breaking a sweat.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12400 + AMD Radeon RX 7700

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System Balance Analysis

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AMD Radeon RX 7700

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Valorant

Valorant

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

Balance and Bottleneck

Gaming Performance

CPU Analysis

Who Should Build It

FAQ

Upgrade Path and Platform

Benchmark Performance

Build Overview

GPU Analysis

Usage Scenarios

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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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

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