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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12450H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile

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Intel Core i5-12450H

17,239 Benchmark Score

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# Intel Core i5-12450H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile

This laptop pairing combines an 8-core Intel Alder Lake-H processor with a 5nm Ada Lovelace discrete GPU, landing at the 72nd percentile overall among all builds in the database. The CPU achieves a 71st percentile rank versus all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 73rd percentile against all GPUs, making this a balanced mid-to-upper tier mobile configuration. The data confirms a system designed for 1080p high-refresh gaming and portable content creation, though the 8GB VRAM capacity and 8-core CPU limit its ceiling for the most demanding professional workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12450H is built on the Alder Lake architecture using Intel's 10nm process, with a die size of 217 mm². It packs 8 physical cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The hybrid design combines performance and efficiency cores, though the FACT PACK does not break down the core type distribution. Cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 12 MB L3 cache. The chip supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes from the CPU.

Benchmark results show a processor that scales well with thread count. The 3DMark single-thread score of 912 rises to 1,743 for 2 threads, 3,091 for 4 threads, 4,233 for 8 threads, and 5,001 for 16 threads, with a max-thread score of 5,020. This near-linear scaling from 4 to 16 threads indicates efficient multicore utilization, though the gap between 8-thread (4,233) and 16-thread (5,001) scores suggests diminishing returns beyond 8 threads — consistent with 8 physical cores handling 12 threads via Hyper-Threading.

Cinebench results reinforce this picture. The R23 multicore score of 8,822.5 against a single-core score of 1,661 yields a multicore-to-single-core ratio of roughly 5.3x, which is strong for a mobile 45W TDP part. The R20 multicore score of 5,671 and R15 multicore score of 1,350 follow the expected progression. PassMark integer math (54,782) and floating-point math (40,568) scores indicate solid general-purpose compute, while the extended instructions score of 11,992 shows respectable SIMD performance for workloads that leverage AVX or similar extensions. Data compression (195,132) and random string sorting (20,838) scores point to capable productivity performance, while the find prime numbers score of 46 is modest, reflecting that prime-finding is heavily single-thread bound.

Compared to nearest rivals, this CPU sits within a tight band. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G averages 17,278 points (0.2% higher), the Intel Core i5-11400F averages 17,177 (0.4% lower), the AMD Ryzen 3 210 averages 17,321 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 averages 17,333 (0.5% higher). The i5-12450H's average benchmark score of 17,239 places it effectively neck-and-neck with these desktop-class parts, which is notable for a mobile processor — it trades blows with previous-generation desktop CPUs while operating within a laptop thermal envelope.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a well-matched pairing where neither component dramatically overshadows the other. The CPU's 71st percentile and GPU's 73rd percentile are nearly aligned, and the combined build sits at the 72nd percentile. This alignment suggests that in most gaming workloads, the system will not experience a severe bottleneck from either side.

The CPU's thread scaling pattern provides insight into where bottlenecks may appear. At 8 threads, the 3DMark score reaches 4,233, which is 84% of the max-thread score of 5,020. Games that use 8 threads or fewer will be well-served, while heavily threaded applications that push beyond 8 threads will see additional but diminishing gains. The single-thread score of 912 is adequate for gaming but not class-leading, meaning CPU-bound scenarios at high frame rates may show some limitation.

The GPU's compute performance — a PassMark G3D score of 19,587 and GPU compute score of 8,399 — suggests it can push high frame rates at 1080p, but the CPU's single-thread performance could cap frame rates in esports titles where CPU overhead dominates. Conversely, in GPU-bound scenarios at higher resolutions or with ray tracing enabled, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The 8GB VRAM on the GPU is another potential constraint for texture-heavy workloads, as modern games at higher settings can exceed this capacity.

The PassMark physics score of 883 for the CPU is a moderate result, indicating that physics simulations in games will run acceptably but not excel. The GPU's DirectX 12 score of 85 in PassMark is relatively low compared to its DirectX 11 score of 179, which may reflect driver overhead or benchmark methodology rather than real-world DX12 performance, given the GPU's modern architecture and API support.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 17,239, placing it at the 71st percentile of all CPUs. Its 3DMark results range from a single-thread score of 912 to a max-thread score of 5,020, with intermediate scores of 1,743 (2 threads), 3,091 (4 threads), and 4,233 (8 threads). Cinebench R23 multicore reaches 8,822.5, while single-core hits 1,661. PassMark multithread scores 16,265, with single-thread at 3,306.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 27,435, placing it at the 73rd percentile of all GPUs. Its Geekbench OpenCL score of 109,197 and Vulkan score of 108,367 show strong compute capability. PassMark G3D scores 19,587, while GPU compute reaches 8,399. The DirectX 10, 11, and 12 scores are 116, 179, and 85 respectively, with DirectX 9 at 223. The G2D score of 763 indicates solid 2D acceleration.

The GPU's nearest rivals are telling. The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT averages 27,425 (0.0% delta), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 averages 27,565 (0.5% higher), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell averages 27,135 (1.1% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 averages 27,839 (1.5% higher). This means the RTX 4070 Mobile performs within 1.5% of a desktop RTX 3090 in these aggregate benchmarks — an extraordinary result for a mobile GPU, though it should be noted that these are synthetic averages and real-world gaming performance may differ due to thermal and power constraints.

The combined picture shows a system that is competitive with previous-generation desktop hardware. The CPU trades blows with desktop i5-class parts, and the GPU nearly matches a flagship desktop card from the prior generation. This makes the pairing formidable for a laptop, offering desktop-like performance in a portable form factor.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets mobile users who need desktop-class performance without a desktop footprint. The CPU's 71st percentile and GPU's 73rd percentile make it suitable for gamers who play at 1080p and want high refresh rates, as the GPU's performance relative to the RTX 3090 suggests it can drive high frame rates at that resolution.

Content creators who work with video editing, 3D rendering, or software development will find the 8-core/12-thread CPU and the GPU's compute capabilities (FP32 of 15.62 TFLOPS, 144 tensor cores) useful for accelerated workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 8,822.5 indicates capable rendering performance for a laptop, while the GPU's 256.0 GB/s memory bandwidth supports texture-heavy 3D work.

Students and small business users who need a single machine for coursework, office productivity, and occasional creative projects will find this configuration overqualified but future-proof. The PassMark data compression score of 195,132 and integer math score of 54,782 suggest snappy application responsiveness, while the GPU's video-oriented features (36 RT cores, 144 tensor cores) enable hardware-accelerated encoding and AI tasks.

Gamers at 1440p will also benefit, though the 8GB VRAM may require texture quality adjustments in the most demanding titles. The combined 72nd percentile rank places this build above the majority of laptops, making it a strong choice for users who want a single device for both gaming and work.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming at 1080p: The GPU's performance within 0.5% of the RTX 3090 in aggregate benchmarks suggests it can drive 1080p high-refresh displays in most titles. The CPU's 8-thread 3DMark score of 4,233 provides sufficient headroom for modern game engines, though the single-thread score of 912 may limit frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios.

Streaming: The GPU's 144 tensor cores and Ada Lovelace architecture include dedicated encoding hardware, though the FACT PACK does not specify NVENC capabilities. The CPU's 12 threads can handle encoding workloads alongside gaming, with the PassMark multithread score of 16,265 indicating ample parallel processing capacity.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 8,822.5 supports smooth timeline scrubbing and export times. The GPU's OpenCL score of 109,197 accelerates effects and color grading, while the 256.0 GB/s memory bandwidth handles 4K video streams.

3D rendering: The CPU's 12 threads process geometry and physics, while the GPU's FP32 of 15.62 TFLOPS and 36 RT cores accelerate ray-traced renderers. The 8GB VRAM may limit scene complexity, but the GPU's compute score of 8,399 in PassMark indicates solid performance for GPU-based render engines.

Software development: The CPU's strong multicore scaling and 12 threads compile code efficiently, while the 12 MB L3 cache and dual-channel memory support reduce compilation bottlenecks. The PassMark extended instructions score of 11,992 benefits workloads using SIMD-optimized libraries.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread PassMark score of 3,306 handles spreadsheet and document workloads with ease. The integrated UHD Graphics provides a fallback for light tasks, while the discrete GPU remains idle, preserving battery life. Data encryption (10,832) and compression (195,132) scores support everyday file operations.

FAQ

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

A: The i5-12450H averages 17,239 points, which is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (17,278), 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i5-11400F (17,177), 0.5% lower than the AMD Ryzen 3 210 (17,321), and 0.5% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 (17,333). It effectively matches these desktop processors despite being a mobile part.

Q: How does the GPU compare to desktop cards?

A: The RTX 4070 Mobile averages 27,435 points, placing it 0.0% below the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (27,425), 0.5% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (27,565), 1.1% above the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell (27,135), and 1.5% below the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 (27,839). This places it in the same performance tier as a desktop RTX 3090 in aggregate benchmarks.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The i5-12450H supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes available from the CPU. ECC memory is not supported.

Q: What is the GPU's VRAM and bandwidth?

A: The RTX 4070 Mobile has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Memory clocks run at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed.

Q: What is the build class and overall percentile?

A: This is a laptop build (buildClass: "laptop") with a combined percentile of 72. The CPU sits at the 71st percentile versus all CPUs, and the GPU at the 73rd percentile versus all GPUs.

Q: Does the GPU support modern graphics APIs?

A: Yes, the GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. It has 36 RT cores and 144 tensor cores for ray tracing and AI workloads.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is locked (multiplierUnlocked: false), and the CPU is not unlocked for overclocking. The TDP is 45W, which is typical for a mobile H-series part.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using TSMC's 5nm process, with 22,900 million transistors on a 188 mm² die. This yields a transistor density of 121.8 million per mm², indicating a dense, power-efficient design. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1395 MHz and a boost clock of 1695 MHz, with memory running at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). The 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus provides 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Compute resources include 4,608 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 48 raster output pipelines. The GPU features 36 RT cores and 144 tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI-based features like DLSS. Peak pixel rate reaches 81.36 GPixel/s, and texture rate hits 244.1 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is 15.62 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 15.62 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio). The TDP is 115W, which is moderate for a mobile GPU of this class.

Benchmark data shows strong compute performance. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 109,197 and Vulkan score of 108,367 demonstrate excellent general-purpose compute. PassMark G3D scores 19,587, placing it at the 73rd percentile. The GPU compute score of 8,399 in PassMark is respectable, though lower than the G3D score suggests for gaming, which is typical since compute workloads stress different parts of the architecture. The DirectX scores (116 for DX10, 179 for DX11, 85 for DX12, 223 for DX9) are mixed, but these are synthetic microbenchmarks that may not reflect real-world driver optimization.

The GPU's aggregate average score of 27,435 places it at the 73rd percentile, matching the desktop RX 6700 XT exactly (0.0% delta) and coming within 0.5% of the desktop RTX 3090. For a mobile GPU, this level of performance is exceptional. The 8GB VRAM is the primary limitation, as it may constrain texture detail at 1440p or 4K in VRAM-hungry titles. The 128-bit memory bus and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p gaming but could bottleneck at higher resolutions with heavy texture streaming.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build (buildClass: "laptop") combining the Intel Core i5-12450H mobile processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile GPU. The combined percentile of 72 places it in the upper-middle tier of all systems in the database. The CPU's 71st percentile and GPU's 73rd percentile indicate a balanced configuration where both components are similarly positioned relative to their respective markets.

The CPU is an 8-core, 12-thread Alder Lake-H part with a 45W TDP, designed for performance laptops. The GPU is an Ada Lovelace mobile part with a 115W TDP, also designed for performance laptops. Together, they represent a mainstream-to-high-end mobile gaming and content creation platform. The system supports DDR4 or DDR5 memory, giving OEMs flexibility in memory configuration.

The 72nd combined percentile means this build outperforms roughly 72% of all systems in the database, making it a strong choice for users who need a portable machine that can handle demanding gaming and productivity workloads. The GPU's proximity to desktop-class performance (within 0.5% of the RTX 3090 in aggregate) is particularly notable for a laptop component.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a mobile-specific package. This means the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded in most laptops. The memory support includes DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, so users can potentially upgrade memory capacity or speed depending on the laptop's design and available slots.

The GPU is also soldered, as is typical for mobile configurations, so GPU upgrades are not possible. The GPU connects via PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, which is sufficient for its bandwidth needs. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, which can support the GPU and other devices like NVMe SSDs.

The TDP figures are 45W for the CPU and 115W for the GPU. The FACT PACK does not include a suggested PSU wattage, and the GPU's power connectors are listed as "None" with a slot width of "IGP," indicating this is an integrated GPU solution on the motherboard rather than a discrete card. This means the system's power delivery is handled by the laptop's internal power supply, which is not user-upgradable in most cases.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be increasing memory to the maximum supported capacity (the FACT PACK does not specify a maximum), or adding faster NVMe storage via the available PCIe Gen 4 lanes. Since both CPU and GPU are soldered, the upgrade path is limited to memory and storage, making this a non-upgradable platform in the traditional sense. Users should select a laptop with this configuration that already meets their long-term needs, as component-level upgrades are not feasible.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. Therefore, all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not measured results. The dataIsMeasured field is false, confirming that these are expectations based on synthetic benchmarks rather than real-world gaming tests.

Based on the GPU's aggregate performance (27,435 average score, 73rd percentile, within 0.5% of a desktop RTX 3090), the RTX 4070 Mobile is expected to deliver high frame rates at 1080p in most modern titles at ultra settings. The GPU's 15.62 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 256.0 GB/s memory bandwidth support this expectation. At 1440p, the 8GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus may require some settings reductions in the most demanding games, particularly those with high-resolution textures.

The CPU's performance supports high frame rates as well. The 3DMark 8-thread score of 4,233 and single-thread score of 912 suggest the i5-12450H can keep pace with the GPU in most gaming scenarios, though CPU-bound titles at very high frame rates (200+ FPS) may see limitations. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,661 indicates moderate single-thread performance that should not bottleneck the GPU at 60-144 FPS targets.

For esports titles like competitive shooters or MOBAs, the estimated frame rates could be very high, potentially exceeding 144 FPS at 1080p, given the GPU's performance tier. For AAA single-player games at 1080p ultra, estimates suggest 60-100+ FPS depending on the title's optimization. At 1440p, 60-80 FPS is plausible for most games, with ray tracing enabled potentially reducing this to 40-60 FPS. These are estimates only, and actual performance will vary based on specific game implementations, driver maturity, and laptop cooling solutions.

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