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

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88 Score

Top 12% Ranking

88 / 100

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Top 12% 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

84%

GPU

92%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-12400

18,683 Benchmark Score

Top 16% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT

22,549 Benchmark Score

Top 8% Market Ranking

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30-60

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60-85

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85-100

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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

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT form a desktop pairing aimed at high-refresh 1080p and solid 1440p gaming, with enough compute headroom for content creation. The CPU sits in the 72nd percentile of all processors, while the GPU lands in the 67th percentile, and their combined percentile is 70. This is a balanced mid-range build where the data shows the GPU typically becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, but the CPU holds its own in less demanding titles.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, this combination is exceptionally strong. Measured ultra settings show esports titles like Valorant hitting 433.6 FPS and Counter-Strike 2 reaching 210.2 FPS, while more demanding single-player games like Cyberpunk 2077 still manage a playable 61.5 FPS. The data indicates the i5-12400's single-thread score of 910 in 3DMark is sufficient to feed the RX 7700 XT in most scenarios, though the CPU's 72nd percentile rank suggests it may cap frame rates in lighter titles before the GPU reaches its full potential.

Streaming while gaming is viable but requires attention to encoder load. The GPU's RDNA 3.0 architecture includes dedicated hardware for video encoding, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3316 shows it can handle the rendering load, but the CPU's 12 threads and 3DMark max-threads score of 5890 indicate that software encoding would consume significant headroom. For a single-PC stream setup, offloading encode to the GPU is the practical path, as the CPU's PassMark multithread score of 18747 is modest compared to higher-core-count rivals.

Video editing workloads benefit from the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads, with Cinebench R23 multicore scoring 15989. The GPU accelerates effects and rendering via its 35.17 TFLOPS FP32 compute, and the 12 GB VRAM is ample for 4K timelines. The combination handles 1080p and 1440p editing smoothly, but the data shows the CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 5873 is only average, so 4K multi-layer timelines may feel sluggish during preview without proxy media.

3D rendering performance is a mixed bag. The CPU's Cinebench R20 multicore score of 6715 is respectable for a 6-core part, placing it near the AMD EPYC 7643 in average benchmark score (18683 vs 18697, a -0.1% delta). The GPU's 12912 PassMark compute score accelerates GPU-based renderers well, but for CPU-bound renders, the i5-12400 is not a workstation-class chip, so long overnight renders are better left to higher-core alternatives.

Software development sees a capable pairing. The CPU's PassMark integer math score of 58366 and data compression score of 226908 indicate strong compile and archive performance for a mid-range desktop chip. The 12 threads handle parallel builds adequately, and the GPU's 12 GB VRAM is useful for local machine learning inference or shader compilation workloads, though the lack of tensor cores means no dedicated AI acceleration beyond standard compute.

Student and office work is overkill but pleasant. The CPU's single-thread PassMark score of 3456 and Geekbench single-core score of 1848 deliver snappy application responsiveness, and the GPU's 1161 PassMark G2D score ensures smooth UI rendering. The 65W CPU TDP keeps power draw low for all-day use, while the GPU's 245W TDP is only taxed during gaming or GPU-accelerated tasks, making this build efficient for mixed productivity and leisure.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 18683, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7643, scores 18697, a negligible -0.1% delta, while the Intel Core i3-14100F trails by 0.9% at 18519. This positions the i5-12400 as a solid mid-tier performer, with single-thread 3DMark score of 910 and max-threads score of 5890 showing balanced scaling from 2 to 12 threads.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 22549, ranking in the 67th percentile of all GPUs. It sits close to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (22435, +0.5%) and RTX 4060 Mobile (22729, -0.8%), while outperforming the RTX 2080 by 1.5% (22895 vs 22549). The RX 7700 XT's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3316 reflects modern API performance, and its PassMark G3D score of 22547 confirms its mid-range class.

Combined, the pair ranks 1485th out of 3732 pairs by FPS, with an average FPS of 136.8 across all measured games. The 70th combined percentile indicates a well-matched system, though the GPU's 67th percentile is slightly lower than the CPU's 72nd, suggesting the graphics card is the more likely bottleneck in GPU-intensive scenarios.

Balance and Bottleneck

At 1080p, the data shows the CPU can become the limiting factor in very light games. Valorant hits 433.6 FPS and CS:GO reaches 472 FPS, where the CPU's single-thread score of 910 in 3DMark likely caps performance before the GPU's full frame rate potential is reached. However, in graphically heavy titles like Cyberpunk 2077 at 61.5 FPS or Red Dead Redemption 2 at 57.6 FPS, the GPU's 67th percentile is clearly the constraint, as the CPU has ample headroom.

Scaling to 1440p reveals a consistent pattern of GPU limitation. Warzone drops from 137.5 FPS at 1080p to 121.4 FPS at 1440p, a modest 12% decrease, while Cyberpunk 2077 falls from 61.5 to 46.6 FPS, a 24% drop. At 4K, the GPU is decisively the bottleneck, with Cyberpunk at 31.1 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 29.4 FPS, while the CPU's utilization likely decreases as resolution scales.

The CPU's 3DMark 2-thread score of 1692 and 4-thread score of 3012 show strong per-core performance, which helps in games that rely on fewer threads. However, its 16-thread score of 5873 is only 0.3% below the max-threads score of 5890, indicating diminishing returns beyond 12 threads. This means the i5-12400 is well-balanced for gaming but lacks the multi-core muscle for heavy productivity, where the GPU's compute could compensate in some workloads.

FAQ

Q: Can this build run Cyberpunk 2077 at 1440p with ultra settings?

A: Yes, but with a caveat. Measured FPS is 46.6 at 2560x1440 ultra, which is playable but not smooth for high-refresh displays. Dropping to 1080p yields 61.5 FPS, or you can adjust settings to reach higher frame rates.

Q: Is the RX 7700 XT better than an RTX 4060 Mobile?

A: The data shows the RX 7700 XT has an average benchmark score of 22549, which is 0.8% higher than the RTX 4060 Mobile's 22729 score, meaning the AMD card is essentially equivalent, with a slight edge in raw benchmarks.

Q: Does the i5-12400 bottleneck the RX 7700 XT?

A: At 1080p in light esports titles, yes, the CPU can cap frame rates. In most games and at higher resolutions, the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's 72nd percentile versus GPU's 67th percentile suggests the GPU is more often the bottleneck.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have and is it enough?

A: The RX 7700 XT has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth. This is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming at ultra settings, as shown by measured titles, and provides headroom for texture-heavy mods.

Q: What is the power draw of this CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a 65W TDP, while the GPU has a 245W TDP. The suggested PSU for the GPU is 550W, but total system draw will vary based on other components.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: No, the i5-12400 has a locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked is false). Its boost clock of 4.40 GHz is fixed, so performance gains come from enabling all-core boost or tuning memory, not multiplier adjustments.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming?

A: The data shows 4K ultra is generally not playable in demanding titles, with Cyberpunk 2077 at 31.1 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 29.4 FPS. Lighter games like Valorant hit 327.2 FPS at 4K, so it depends on the game's graphics load.

Gaming Performance

All figures are measured at ultra settings across three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the build delivers exceptional esports performance: Valorant at 433.6 FPS, CS:GO at 472 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege at 254 FPS. Competitive shooters like Warzone hit 137.5 FPS, and Control runs at 92.1 FPS. The only title below 60 FPS at 1080p is Ark: Survival Ascended at 31 FPS, and Cyberpunk 2077 sits at 61.5 FPS, showing that most AAA games are playable at high frame rates.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong for most titles. Warzone drops to 121.4 FPS, Counter-Strike 2 runs at 139 FPS, and Doom hits 102.5 FPS. Heavier games show the GPU's limits: Cyberpunk 2077 falls to 46.6 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 to 40.1 FPS, and Ark to 18.9 FPS. Esports titles still shine, with Valorant at 413.3 FPS and CS:GO at 325 FPS, making 1440p a viable resolution for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the data reveals the GPU's 12 GB VRAM and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for ultra settings in demanding games. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 31.1 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 29.4 FPS, and Ark at 11.6 FPS. However, lighter titles are still playable: Warzone at 101.7 FPS, Valorant at 327.2 FPS, and Minecraft at 69 FPS. 4K gaming is possible only for less graphically intensive titles.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is built on the Navi 32 chip with RDNA 3.0 architecture, fabricated on a 5 nm process by TSMC with 28,100 million transistors on a 346 mm² die. It has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 432.0 GB/s bandwidth. The core clocks are 1435 MHz base, 2171 MHz game, and 2544 MHz boost, with memory running at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective).

Compute capabilities include 3456 shading units, 216 TMUs, and 96 ROPs, producing 35.17 TFLOPS FP32 and FP16 performance at a 1:1 ratio. The GPU has 54 ray-tracing cores, but no tensor cores, meaning AI acceleration relies on standard compute. Pixel rate is 244.2 GPixel/s and texture rate is 549.5 GTexel/s. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Benchmark results show the GPU's 67th percentile ranking, with a PassMark G3D score of 22547 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3316. Its nearest rival, the RTX 2080, scores 22895, a -1.5% delta, meaning the RX 7700 XT is slightly slower in synthetic tests. However, the Geekbench OpenCL score of 138383 indicates strong compute for rendering tasks, and the 12912 PassMark GPU compute score confirms it can accelerate non-gaming workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12400 uses the Alder Lake-S architecture on a 10 nm process, with 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clock is 2.50 GHz, boosting to 4.40 GHz, with a 65W TDP. It has 80 KB L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, but does not support ECC. It has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only) and integrates UHD Graphics 730.

Benchmark scores place the CPU in the 72nd percentile. Cinebench R23 multicore scores 15989, while single-core scores 2257. Geekbench multicore is 8564 and single-core 1848. The 3DMark tests show scaling from 910 single-thread to 5890 max-threads, with 16-thread at 5873. PassMark multithread is 18747, with integer math at 58366 and floating point at 45494. Data compression scores 226908 and encryption 11418.

The CPU's nearest rival by average score is the AMD EPYC 7643 at 18697, a -0.1% delta, indicating near-identical overall performance. The Intel Core i3-14100F is 0.9% behind at 18519. For gaming, the single-thread score of 910 in 3DMark is competitive, though the 6-core count limits heavy multitasking, as shown by the 3DMark 16-thread score being only 0.3% below max-threads.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i5-12400 with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread Alder Lake part on Socket 1700, and the GPU is a 12 GB RDNA 3.0 card on PCIe 4.0 x16. The combined percentile is 70, placing it in the upper-mid range of all possible pairings. The pair ranks 1485th out of 3732 by FPS, with an average of 136.8 FPS across all measured games.

The CPU's 72nd percentile and GPU's 67th percentile indicate a slight imbalance favoring the processor in raw benchmark terms. However, the measured FPS data shows the GPU is more often the limiting factor in gaming, especially at 1440p and 4K. The build is designed for 1080p high-refresh gaming as its primary use case, with 1440p as a viable secondary target. The 12 GB VRAM and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for modern titles at these resolutions.

The CPU's launch MSRP was $199, and the GPU's launch MSRP was 449 USD, making this a mid-range pairing in terms of component class. The system's power requirements are moderate, with the CPU at 65W and GPU at 245W, suggesting a 550W PSU is adequate. The GPU measures 267 mm in length, 135 mm in height, and 50 mm in width, fitting most mid-tower cases.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1080p high-refresh displays will find this build ideal, as measured FPS shows 137.5 in Warzone and 210.2 in Counter-Strike 2 at ultra settings. Those wanting 1440p gaming should expect to adjust settings in demanding titles, with Cyberpunk 2077 at 46.6 FPS, but can enjoy esports at over 120 FPS. 4K gaming is only viable for less demanding games like Valorant at 327.2 FPS.

Content creators working with 1080p or 1440p video can leverage the GPU's 35.17 TFLOPS compute and 12 GB VRAM for effects and rendering, while the CPU's 15989 Cinebench R23 multicore score handles encoding. Developers will benefit from the CPU's 58366 integer math score for compilation and 226908 data compression score for asset management, though the lack of tensor cores limits AI acceleration.

Students and office workers who also game will find this a capable all-rounder, with the CPU's 3456 PassMark single-thread score ensuring snappy productivity and the GPU's 1161 G2D score for smooth desktop rendering. Small business workstations requiring occasional GPU-accelerated tasks, such as CAD or photo editing, can use the 12912 PassMark GPU compute score, though dedicated workstation cards would exceed this performance. The build is not suited for heavy 4K rendering or professional AI workloads, where the CPU's 6 cores and GPU's lack of tensor cores become clear limitations.

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

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