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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12400 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070

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89 / 100
HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 11% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
84%
VS
GPU
95%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-12400

18,683 Benchmark Score
Top 16% Market Ranking
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GRAPHICS CARD

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070

37,648 Benchmark Score
Top 5% 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
Your Build

Game Performance Benchmarks

Real-world 4K FPS in popular titles
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Performance Insights

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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 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 pairing represents a mainstream desktop configuration that targets high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming. The data shows a combined percentile rank of 77, placing this build above the majority of tested configurations. The CPU, a 6-core Alder Lake part, and the GPU, an Ada Lovelace architecture card with 12 GB of VRAM, form a balanced foundation for both gaming and productivity, though the specific benchmark results reveal distinct strengths and limitations across different workloads.

GPU Analysis

The RTX 4070 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC, featuring the AD104 chip with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. The memory subsystem comprises 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This memory configuration is substantial for 1440p gaming and provides adequate capacity for 4K textures in many titles, though the 192-bit bus width can become a limiting factor in memory-intensive scenarios. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1920 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective).

Compute resources include 5888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation processors. For ray tracing and AI workloads, the card houses 46 RT cores and 184 tensor cores. The FP32 performance is rated at 29.15 TFLOPS, which is also the FP16 throughput at a 1:1 ratio. Pixel and texture rates are 158.4 GPixel/s and 455.4 GTexel/s, respectively.

Benchmark results show the GPU achieving a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3854, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 154858, and a Vulkan score of 174152. In PassMark, the G3D score is 26927, with a GPU compute score of 14720. The average benchmark score is 37648, placing the GPU in the 81st percentile of all GPUs. Compared to its nearest rivals, the RTX 4070 is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (37628), 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37507), and 1.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 (37157). The only rival it trails is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, which scores 38135, a 1.3% difference. For rendering, this means the card handles modern API workloads efficiently, with DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) and Vulkan 1.4. The 46 RT cores provide dedicated hardware for ray-traced effects, while the tensor cores accelerate DLSS and other AI-based features, though specific frame rate impacts from these technologies are not measured in the provided data.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU is built for the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. This flexibility allows builders to choose between more affordable DDR4 or higher-performance DDR5, depending on motherboard selection. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, meaning the graphics card operates at a lower bandwidth than what the CPU slot can theoretically provide. For a practical upgrade path, the socket supports Alder Lake and Raptor Lake generations, so moving to a higher-core-count 12th or 13th Gen processor would be possible without changing the motherboard, provided the BIOS is updated.

The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, which is modest for a desktop processor, allowing for a capable air cooler to manage thermals. The GPU has a TDP of 200 W, and the suggested PSU is 550 W. This leaves headroom for system components; the combined CPU and GPU power draw of 265 W is well within the 550 W recommendation, allowing for additional drives, fans, and moderate overclocking. The GPU is a dual-slot card measuring 240 mm in length, 110 mm in height, and 40 mm in width, which fits in most mid-tower cases. It requires a single 16-pin power connector. Memory support is dual-channel, and ECC memory is not supported, which is typical for consumer desktop platforms. The integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a fallback display output, useful for troubleshooting or basic tasks without the discrete GPU.

For a sensible next upgrade, the platform allows for a CPU swap to a higher-tier 12th or 13th Gen part if more cores are needed, while the GPU could be upgraded to a newer generation, though the PCIe 4.0 interface would still be sufficient. The 550 W PSU recommendation provides a buffer for such changes, but a more power-hungry GPU would likely require a PSU upgrade. The socket 1700 platform is mature, with a wide range of motherboard options available, from budget H610 to enthusiast Z790 chipsets, though the CPU does not have an unlocked multiplier, limiting overclocking potential.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 163 mm². It has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. 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 a pure performance-core design, lacking the efficiency cores found in higher-tier Alder Lake parts, which simplifies scheduling but limits multi-threaded throughput compared to larger siblings.

Benchmark scores show a strong single-thread performance, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and a Geekbench single-core score of 1848. Multi-thread results are respectable for a 6-core part: Cinebench R23 multicore scores 15989, while the single-core score is 2257. In 3DMark, the 16-thread test scores 5873, and the max-thread score is 5890, indicating good scaling from 8 threads (4745) to 16 threads. PassMark results include a multithread score of 18747 and a single-thread score of 3456. The average benchmark score is 18683, placing the CPU in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs.

Compared to nearest rivals, the i5-12400 is 0.1% behind the AMD EPYC 7643 (18697), 0.3% behind the Intel Core i7-1355U (18730), and 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811). It is 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i3-14100F (18519). This places the CPU in a competitive mid-range position, where it trades blows with server and mobile chips but holds its own against newer budget desktop parts. For real workloads, the single-thread performance is crucial for everyday responsiveness and gaming, while the 6 cores handle multi-tasking and lightly threaded productivity. The PassMark data compression score of 226908 and encryption score of 11418 indicate decent throughput for archival and security tasks, though the find prime numbers score of 68 is low, reflecting limited integer math capability in certain workloads.

Balance and Bottleneck

The combined percentile of 77 suggests good overall balance, but the CPU and GPU percentiles differ: the GPU is at 81, while the CPU is at 72. This indicates the GPU is relatively stronger than the CPU, which can lead to CPU bottlenecks in CPU-bound scenarios. The measured FPS data supports this: at 1080p, many games show high frame rates, but in titles like Ark: Survival Ascended, the 1080p score is 37 FPS, which is lower than expected, suggesting a CPU limitation in that specific game's engine. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, as seen in the FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K.

For example, in Counter-Strike 2, the FPS drops from 254 at 1080p to 168 at 1440p to 94 at 4K, a consistent scaling pattern that points to GPU load increasing with resolution. However, in a lighter title like Valorant, the 1080p score is 435.3, and the 4K score is 380, a much smaller drop, indicating that the CPU can keep up even at high frame rates. The pair rank by FPS is 962 out of 3732 pairs, with an average FPS across games of 159.8, which is above the median for tested pairs. This suggests that while the build is strong, it is not in the top tier, and the CPU is more likely to hold back the GPU in esports titles at 1080p, where frame rates exceed what the 6-core chip can sustain.

In CPU-heavy workloads like Cinebench, the i5-12400's multicore score of 15989 is respectable but not outstanding, so tasks like video rendering will see the CPU as a bottleneck. Conversely, in GPU-bound tasks like 4K gaming, the RTX 4070's 12 GB VRAM and bandwidth become the primary constraint. The data indicates that for 1440p gaming, the balance is acceptable, with the GPU performing most of the heavy lifting, but for competitive 1080p gaming, the CPU's 6 cores may limit maximum FPS in certain titles.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data covers 51 games at ultra settings across three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the build delivers high frame rates in most titles. Esports and light games excel: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive runs at 559.1 FPS, Valorant at 435.3 FPS, and Roblox at 324.5 FPS. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege hits 302 FPS, and Minecraft: Java Edition runs at 252.2 FPS. Heavier titles still perform well: Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 137.8 FPS, Cyberpunk 2077 at 74 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 66.8 FPS. The most demanding game, Ark: Survival Ascended, drops to 37 FPS at 1080p, indicating a significant engine or optimization issue.

At 2560x1440, frame rates decrease but remain playable for most genres. Valorant stays high at 411.7 FPS, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive drops to 383.8 FPS. Warzone runs at 121.1 FPS, and Control at 80.5 FPS. Cyberpunk 2077 falls to 54.7 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 to 53.4 FPS. Ark: Survival Ascended drops to 23 FPS, making it marginal. At 3840x2160, only lighter titles remain smooth: Valorant at 380 FPS, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 225.6 FPS, and Roblox at 123.9 FPS. Warzone runs at 103.1 FPS, and Control at 55 FPS. Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 36.7 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 to 32.5 FPS. Ark: Survival Ascended is nearly unplayable at 12 FPS.

The data shows that this build is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can maintain high refresh rates in most titles. At 4K, only games with lower graphical demands or those that are CPU-bound will run well, while modern AAA titles will require settings reductions or upscaling to achieve playable frame rates.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets gamers who prioritize high-refresh 1080p or smooth 1440p gameplay. The measured FPS shows that at 1440p, most titles run above 60 FPS, with esports titles far exceeding that threshold. Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the GPU's 12 GB VRAM and CUDA cores, though the CPU's 6 cores limit heavy multi-threaded tasks. Developers compiling code will see solid performance from the 6-core CPU, but larger projects may benefit from more cores. Students and office workers will find this build overkill for basic tasks, but it provides headroom for gaming or creative work. Small business workstations that need occasional GPU acceleration for rendering or AI tasks can leverage the RTX 4070, but the consumer-grade components may not be ideal for 24/7 operation. The 72nd percentile CPU and 81st percentile GPU mean this build is above average but not top-tier, suitable for enthusiasts who want a capable system without extreme expense.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 18683, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 7643, which scores 18697, a 0.1% difference. The GPU's average benchmark score is 37648, placing it in the 81st percentile. The nearest rival is the NVIDIA Tesla P4 at 37628, a 0.1% difference. Combined, the build achieves a 77th percentile rank. The CPU's 3DMark scores show scaling from 1692 (2 threads) to 5890 (max threads), indicating good multi-threading efficiency. The Geekbench scores of 1848 (single) and 8564 (multi) are consistent with a mid-range 6-core processor. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 26927 is high, but the DirectX 9 score of 320 is relatively lower, showing a preference for modern APIs. The combined picture is a system where the GPU is the stronger component, leading to excellent gaming performance but leaving some CPU-bound tasks behind.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-12400 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 in a desktop configuration. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread Alder Lake processor with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an Ada Lovelace architecture card with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and a 200 W TDP. The combined percentile rank of 77 indicates this is an above-average system, with the GPU performing at the 81st percentile and the CPU at the 72nd percentile. This pairing is aimed at high-refresh 1080p gaming and capable 1440p gaming, with the GPU providing enough power for most titles at those resolutions. The CPU's modest core count is a limiting factor for heavy multi-threaded workloads, but for gaming, the combination is well-matched. The build class is desktop, and the overall tier is mid-to-high range, based on the percentile scores.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 77, with the CPU at the 72nd percentile and the GPU at the 81st percentile.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 has an average score of 18683, which is 0.1% behind the AMD EPYC 7643 (18697) and 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i3-14100F (18519).

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The RTX 4070 has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s.

Q: Can this build run esports titles at high frame rates?

A: Yes. At 1080p, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive runs at 559.1 FPS, Valorant at 435.3 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege at 302 FPS.

Q: What is the suggested PSU wattage for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU is 550 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 200 W and the CPU has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is not unlocked, so overclocking is not supported.

Q: What is the average FPS across all measured games?

A: The average FPS across all games is 159.8, with a pair rank of 962 out of 3732 pairs.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, the build excels at 1080p, with titles like CS:GO hitting 559.1 FPS and Valorant at 435.3 FPS, making it ideal for competitive play. At 1440p, the average FPS in most games remains above 60, with Warzone at 121.1 FPS and Control at 80.5 FPS, providing a smooth experience for AAA titles. For streaming, the GPU's 184 tensor cores and 46 RT cores can handle encoding and ray tracing, but the CPU's 6 cores may struggle with simultaneous gaming and encoding, as evidenced by the 3DMark 16-thread score of 5873. Video editing in software like Premiere Pro would rely on the GPU's 12 GB VRAM and CUDA cores, with the Geekbench OpenCL score of 154858 indicating strong compute performance, though the CPU's multicore score of 15989 in Cinebench R23 is a bottleneck for rendering timelines. 3D rendering in Blender or similar would see the GPU accelerate most tasks, but the CPU's PassMark multithread score of 18747 is modest, so CPU-bound simulations will be slower. Software development benefits from the single-thread performance, with a Geekbench single-core score of 1848, making compilation of small projects fast, but larger builds will take longer due to the 6-core limit. Student and office work is more than covered, with the integrated UHD Graphics 730 providing a backup and the CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 3456 ensuring snappy application responses.