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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12400 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
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CPU
84%
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GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-12400

18,683 Benchmark Score
Top 16% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

49,957 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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50-69

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is a desktop build that combines a 12th-generation 6-core processor with a top-tier Blackwell-architecture graphics card. Benchmark data places this combination in the 79th percentile overall, with the GPU clearly acting as the primary driver of performance in most scenarios. This analysis examines the measured scores, gaming frame rates, and platform characteristics to determine where this pairing excels and where its limitations lie.

FAQ

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

A: The build achieves a combined percentile of 79, indicating it outperforms 79% of all recorded system configurations in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-12400 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7643?

A: The Core i5-12400 has an average benchmark score of 18683, which is just 0.1% lower than the AMD EPYC 7643's score of 18697. This places the two processors in a statistical tie in average performance.

Q: What is the RTX 5070 Ti's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 49957. It trails the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT by 2% but leads the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT by 3.1%.

Q: What memory types does the Core i5-12400 support?

A: The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It does not support ECC memory.

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

A: The pair ranks 508th out of 3732 system pairs, with an average FPS of 184.1 across all tested games at ultra settings. The data is measured, not estimated.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the RTX 5070 Ti?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has a launch MSRP of 749 USD. The Core i5-12400 has a launch MSRP of $199.

Q: What is the recommended power supply wattage for this GPU?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has a TDP of 300 W, and the suggested PSU rating is 700 W. The CPU has a TDP of 65 W.

Benchmark Performance

The performance profile of this build is heavily skewed toward the graphics card. The RTX 5070 Ti delivers an average benchmark score of 49957, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. This is a substantial margin above the CPU's performance tier. The Core i5-12400, by contrast, has an average score of 18683, which puts it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. The combined percentile of 79 reflects this gap, as the system's overall capability is dragged down slightly by the processor's relatively lower standing.

Looking at the GPU's nearest rivals clarifies its position. The RTX 5070 Ti scores nearly identically to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, which has an average score of 50001, a delta of just -0.1%. It also outperforms the Intel Arc A550M by 0.4% and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT by 3.1%. However, it trails the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT by 2%, which scores 50951. This suggests the 5070 Ti is competitive with the previous generation's high-end cards, though not a clear generational leap in raw average score.

For the CPU, the nearest rivals show a remarkably tight cluster. The Core i5-12400 sits between the AMD EPYC 7643 (18697, -0.1% delta) and the Intel Core i7-1355U (18730, -0.3% delta). It also leads the Intel Core i3-14100F by 0.9%. This indicates that in average multi-threaded performance, the i5-12400 is essentially equivalent to a server-grade EPYC chip and a newer mobile i7, which confirms its efficiency, but also highlights that it is not a performance outlier.

The combined picture is one of imbalance. The GPU contributes the vast majority of the system's raw compute power, especially in graphics-heavy tasks. The CPU's 72nd percentile means it is a solid mid-range performer, but it will not be the star of the show. For tasks that are purely GPU-bound, such as high-resolution gaming, the system will perform near the top of the charts. For CPU-bound workloads, the system will perform at a much more modest level, consistent with its 72nd percentile CPU ranking.

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 features a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. 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 is a desktop-class chip with an unlocked multiplier, meaning overclocking is not officially supported.

Benchmark scores paint a clear picture of its capabilities. In Cinebench R23, it scores 15989 in multi-core and 2257 in single-core. The multi-core score is strong for a 6-core part, but the single-core score is where the Alder Lake architecture shines, indicating excellent responsiveness in lightly-threaded applications. Geekbench scores are 8564 multi-core and 1848 single-core, further confirming this trend. The PassMark suite shows a multi-thread score of 18747 and a single-thread score of 3456.

Real-world workload analysis from the PassMark tests reveals specific strengths. The integer math score is 58366, and floating-point math is 45494, suggesting solid number-crunching abilities. Data compression scores a high 226908, indicating strong performance in archiving and compression tasks. However, the find prime numbers score is just 68, which is a weak result and indicates a potential bottleneck in specific mathematical workloads. The physics score of 1105 is moderate, suggesting it is not a top-tier gaming CPU for physics calculations.

The 3DMark thread scaling tests show a clear progression: 1692 with 2 threads, 3012 with 4 threads, 4745 with 8 threads, and 5873 with 16 threads. This scaling is nearly linear, which means the processor efficiently utilizes all available threads. The max threads score of 5890 is only slightly higher than the 16-thread score, confirming that the 6-core/12-thread configuration is fully utilized. For users, this means the CPU will handle multi-tasking and multi-threaded productivity software well, but it will not have headroom for heavily threaded server-style workloads, as evidenced by its near-tie with the EPYC 7643 in average score.

Who Should Build It

This system is designed for a gamer who prioritizes maximum graphics fidelity and high frame rates at 1440p and 4K resolutions. The RTX 5070 Ti's 86th percentile GPU score is the main draw. Measured FPS data shows that at 2560x1440, the system achieves over 200 FPS in esports titles like Counter-Strike 2 (206.2 FPS) and Valorant (412 FPS). At 3840x2160, it still delivers playable frame rates in demanding AAA titles, such as Cyberpunk 2077 at 45 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 40 FPS, though these are on the edge of playability.

Content creators who work primarily with GPU-accelerated rendering will find this build appealing. The GPU's 43.94 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 16 GB of GDDR7 memory are substantial resources for video editing and 3D rendering. The CPU's 15989 Cinebench R23 multi-core score is adequate for non-GPU tasks like encoding or compiling, but it is not the primary strength.

Software developers will appreciate the fast single-thread performance (2257 in Cinebench R23 single-core) for compilation tasks that are not fully parallelized. The 12 threads handle typical build processes well, and the support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory offers flexibility in platform cost.

Students and small business users building a workstation for general productivity will find this to be an over-specified system. The CPU's 72nd percentile is more than enough for office applications, but the GPU is far beyond what is needed for spreadsheets and web browsing. This is a specialized build for gaming and heavy graphics work, not a general-purpose office machine.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data clearly shows that the RTX 5070 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing, and the CPU is the limiting factor in many scenarios. The GPU's percentile (86) is 14 points higher than the CPU's (72), which indicates a significant performance gap. In gaming, this manifests as a CPU bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Examining the measured FPS data confirms this. In Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 1920x1080, the system hits 683.9 FPS. This is a massive frame rate that far exceeds the refresh rate of any monitor, but it also demonstrates the CPU's ability to feed frames to the GPU at high speed. However, at 3840x2160, the same game drops to 281.1 FPS, showing that the GPU is now the limiting factor due to resolution scaling. The delta between resolutions is much larger in some titles than others.

For example, in Valorant, the FPS only drops from 434 at 1080p to 382 at 4K. This suggests the game is heavily CPU-bound, and the GPU has ample headroom even at 4K. In contrast, Cyberpunk 2077 drops from 88 FPS at 1080p to 45 FPS at 4K. The 1080p score is not much higher than the 1440p score (67 FPS), indicating that the CPU is bottlenecking the GPU at lower resolutions, preventing it from reaching its full potential.

The PassMark physics score of 1105 is a clear indicator of the CPU's gaming limitation. Physics calculations are often single-threaded or lightly-threaded, and this score is modest. In games that rely heavily on CPU physics, the i5-12400 will hold back the RTX 5070 Ti. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6604 shows it has enormous graphics power, but that power is only fully utilized when the CPU can keep up with draw calls and game logic.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core i5-12400 uses the Intel Socket 1700, which supports the 12th, 13th, and 14th generation of Intel Core processors. This provides a clear upgrade path within the same platform. A user could move to a higher-core-count 13th or 14th generation chip without changing the motherboard. The motherboard must support PCIe Gen 5 for the GPU's bus interface, as the RTX 5070 Ti uses PCIe 5.0 x16.

Memory support is flexible, with the CPU supporting both DDR4 and DDR5. This means a user can choose a motherboard based on their preferred memory type. The dual-channel memory bus is standard for this class. The CPU does not support ECC memory, which is a consideration for professional workstations requiring error correction.

The RTX 5070 Ti has a TDP of 300 W, and the suggested PSU is 700 W. This leaves headroom for the CPU's 65 W TDP and other components. A sensible next upgrade would be to replace the CPU with a higher-tier 12th, 13th, or 14th generation processor on the same socket. This would alleviate the CPU bottleneck observed in gaming at lower resolutions. The GPU is already at the 86th percentile, so upgrading it further would have diminishing returns without a matching CPU upgrade.

The GPU itself is a dual-slot card, 304 mm long, requiring a large case. It uses a single 16-pin power connector. The platform is currently active in production status, and the GPU has a successor listed as GeForce 60, so there is a known future upgrade path beyond the current generation.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This build is exceptional for competitive esports at 1080p and 1440p. In Valorant, it achieves 434 FPS at 1080p and 412 FPS at 1440p. Counter-Strike 2 runs at 311.1 FPS at 1080p and 206.2 FPS at 1440p. These frame rates are well above the 240 Hz or 360 Hz refresh rates of high-end monitors, making it a top-tier choice for esports.

Streaming: The GPU's 280 tensor cores and 70 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for encoding and streaming. The CPU's 12 threads can handle the overhead of streaming software while gaming. In a game like Call of Duty: Warzone, the system maintains 135 FPS at 1080p, leaving enough CPU headroom for a stream encoding setup.

Video Editing: The RTX 5070 Ti's 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and high compute throughput (43.94 TFLOPS FP32) are ideal for timeline rendering and effects. The CPU's 15989 Cinebench R23 multi-core score is adequate for export tasks, though not industry-leading. The GPU will handle the heavy lifting in most modern editing software.

3D Rendering: GPU-accelerated renderers will perform excellently. The 5070 Ti's 86th percentile score means it will render scenes significantly faster than most other GPUs. For CPU-based rendering, the i5-12400's 6 cores are a limitation, and this build is not suited for that specific task.

Software Development: Compilation times will be reasonable, thanks to the 12 threads and solid multi-core scores. The single-thread performance (2257 in R23) is better than the multi-thread standing, which benefits code analysis and IDE responsiveness. The platform's support for DDR5 memory is a plus for memory-intensive development workloads.

Student and Office Work: This build is massively over-powered for typical student and office tasks. The CPU alone, with its 72nd percentile, is more than sufficient for word processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The GPU provides no benefit for these tasks, making this a costly choice for a purely productivity-focused user.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build that pairs a mid-range 12th-generation Intel CPU with a high-end 50-series NVIDIA GPU. The Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture, while the RTX 5070 Ti is a Blackwell-architecture card with 8960 shading units. The combined percentile of 79 places this system in the upper echelon of all builds, but the individual components are not evenly matched.

The RTX 5070 Ti is the clear centerpiece, delivering an 86th-percentile performance that rivals top-tier previous-generation cards like the RX 6900 XT and RX 6800 XT. The CPU, while a capable performer in the 72nd percentile, is a generation behind and limits the system's potential in CPU-bound scenarios. This is a gaming-first build where the GPU is the primary investment, and the CPU is a supporting component chosen for its platform compatibility and adequate performance. It is not a balanced workstation; it is a graphics powerhouse with a budget-conscious CPU.

Gaming Performance

The data for gaming performance is measured, not estimated, across a wide range of titles at ultra settings. The pair ranks 508th out of 3732 pairs, with an average FPS of 184.1 across all games. This average is skewed by very high frame rates in esports and older titles.

At 1920x1080, the system excels in competitive shooters. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive achieves 683.9 FPS, Valorant hits 434 FPS, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege runs at 364 FPS. These are exceptional numbers for high-refresh monitors. In less demanding indie titles like Barony (258 FPS) and Dave The Diver (254 FPS), the system also performs well. However, in the most demanding AAA titles, the 1080p scores are lower, with Cyberpunk 2077 at 88 FPS, Ark: Survival Ascended at 45 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 82 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance is still strong for esports, with Valorant at 412 FPS and Counter-Strike 2 at 206.2 FPS. The demanding titles see a significant drop-off, with Cyberpunk 2077 at 67 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 61 FPS. Ark: Survival Ascended drops to 28 FPS, which is unplayable.

At 3840x2160, the system is only suitable for less demanding games. Valorant still runs at 382 FPS, and Roblox at 153.5 FPS. However, most AAA titles struggle. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 45 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 40 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended at just 15 FPS. For 4K gaming, a user would need to lower settings below ultra for many modern titles to achieve playable frame rates. The GPU is powerful, but the CPU bottleneck at lower resolutions and the sheer pixel count at 4K limit the experience.