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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12450HX + AMD Radeon 8050S

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92 Score

Top 8% Ranking

92 / 100

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Top 8% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

86%

GPU

97%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-12450HX

24,576 Benchmark Score

Top 14% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon 8050S

62,108 Benchmark Score

Top 3% Market Ranking

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Market Position

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Budget

0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

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

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i5-12450HX paired with the AMD Radeon 8050S is a laptop-class combination. The CPU sits at the 77th percentile among all processors, while the GPU reaches the 89th percentile, yielding a combined percentile of 83. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination; all gaming discussion below is estimated from benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12450HX is an 8-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, fabricated on Intel’s 10 nm process. It operates at a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a TDP of 55 W. The die measures 215 mm², and the cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The processor connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, and the multiplier is unlocked. It integrates UHD Graphics 710, though the dedicated GPU in this build is the AMD Radeon 8050S.

Benchmark results illustrate a balanced performer. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 11,390 in multi-core and 2,119 in single-core. Cinebench R20 yields 6,304 multi-core and 889 single-core, while Cinebench R15 returns 1,512 and 213, respectively. PassMark results further detail the workload breakdown: integer math reaches 57,189, floating point math 43,126, and data compression 219,707. Single-thread PassMark is 3,340, and multi-thread reaches 18,274. Extended instructions score 13,832, and data encryption 12,110.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the CPU is almost identical to the Intel Core i5-11600 (0.1% higher average score) and the AMD EPYC 9654P (0.5% higher). It sits 0.5% below the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and 0.6% below the Ryzen 5 7600X3D. The average benchmark score of the i5-12450HX is 24,576, placing it at the 77th percentile. For real workloads, the single-core performance (R23 single 2,119) ensures snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks, while the multi-core score (R23 multi 11,390) supports moderate multi-threaded rendering, compilation, and batch processing. The high integer math score indicates strong general computational throughput, and the floating-point score suggests reasonable scientific and financial workloads.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU sits at the 77th percentile, while the GPU reaches the 89th percentile. This gap indicates that the GPU is relatively stronger in the overall market context. In GPU-bound workloads, such as gaming at higher quality settings, the GPU is likely the limiting factor, but the CPU must keep pace. The CPU’s 77th percentile suggests that it can feed most mid-range GPUs, but for the GPU’s high percentile, the CPU might become a bottleneck in scenarios that are heavily CPU-limited, such as esports at very high frame rates. Both components share the same 55 W TDP, which points to a power-balanced design. The memory is system-shared, so bandwidth depends on the system’s RAM configuration, a factor that can influence both CPU and GPU performance. Without measured FPS data, the exact bottleneck cannot be quantified, but the percentile difference suggests that the CPU is more likely to be the limiting factor in high-refresh gaming, while the GPU will dominate in rendering-heavy tasks.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 24,576, while the GPU’s average is 62,108. The combined percentile of 83 indicates that the pairing outperforms the majority of laptop configurations. Specific CPU scores: Cinebench R23 multi-core 11,390 and single-core 2,119; Cinebench R20 6,304 and 889; Cinebench R15 1,512 and 213. PassMark results include multi-thread 18,274 and single-thread 3,340. The GPU scores 65,818 in Geekbench OpenCL and 58,398 in Geekbench Vulkan. The GPU’s percentile of 89 places it above the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M (0.3% higher) and above the Pro Vega 56 (2.5% lower), RX 7600M (2.6% lower), and RX 9060 XT LP (2.7% lower). The CPU, by contrast, is nearly tied with the Core i5-11600 and EPYC 9654P, and only slightly below the 5700X3D and 7600X3D.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU is the stronger component. For synthetic workloads, the CPU’s Cinebench scores indicate solid multi-threaded capability, while the GPU’s OpenCL score of 65,818 reflects strong compute throughput. The Vulkan score of 58,398 suggests good graphics API performance. This combination is suited for a laptop that can handle both productivity and gaming, with the CPU providing sufficient compute for background tasks and the GPU driving graphical workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU’s 89th percentile and FP32 performance of 11.47 TFLOPS indicate the ability to push high frame rates in many titles. The CPU’s single-core score of 2,119 in Cinebench R23 and PassMark single-thread 3,340 are strong, but in CPU-bound games, the CPU might limit the GPU. No measured FPS data is available, so these are estimates based on the percentile positions.

Streaming: The CPU’s multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 11,390) can handle encoding and capture overhead while gaming. The GPU has 32 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, which can assist with streaming effects. The 55 W TDP suggests a portable streaming setup.

Video editing: The CPU’s 12 threads and the GPU’s 11.47 TFLOPS FP32 compute, along with a texture rate of 358.4 GTexel/s, support video effects and timeline scrubbing. The system-shared memory means bandwidth is system-dependent, but the GPU’s OpenCL score of 65,818 indicates compute capability for filters and exports.

3D rendering: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,390 and the GPU’s Vulkan score of 58,398 provide a balanced foundation. For ray tracing, the GPU has 32 RT cores, while the CPU’s physics score of 1,086 in PassMark is moderate. The combined percentile of 83 suggests capable rendering for occasional workloads.

Software development: The CPU’s single-thread score of 2,119 and PassMark integer math of 57,567 are strong for compiling code. The 12 threads assist with parallel builds. The GPU is less relevant here, but its compute capability could be used for GPU-accelerated libraries.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-core performance and the GPU’s 89th percentile ensure smooth web browsing, office suites, and multimedia. The 55 W TDP enables a laptop form factor that is easy to carry.

Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing targets laptop users who need a balance of CPU and GPU power. Gamers seeking a portable machine for high-refresh gaming will benefit from the GPU’s 89th percentile and the CPU’s single-core strength. Content creators who edit video or perform 3D modeling will appreciate the 12 threads and 11.47 TFLOPS. Developers can leverage the CPU’s integer performance for compilation and the GPU for any compute-accelerated tasks. Students and office workers will find the CPU’s single-core speed and the GPU’s graphics acceleration for presentations and light media. Small business workstations that need a compact, low-power platform (both components at 55 W) can use this for daily office tasks, spreadsheets, and occasional media editing. The 77th percentile CPU and 89th percentile GPU make the build a good fit for mid-range laptop workloads.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 8050S is an integrated GPU built on the Strix Halo chip, using the RDNA 3.5 architecture on TSMC’s 4 nm process. The die measures 308 mm². The GPU has 2,048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs. It includes 32 ray tracing cores. Clock speeds are a base of 1,295 MHz and a boost of 2,800 MHz. Memory is system shared, meaning its size, type, and bus width depend on the host system; bandwidth is system-dependent. The GPU delivers 179.2 GPixel/s and 358.4 GTexel/s. Compute is 11.47 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1 ratio). The TDP is 55 W, and it is an IGP, so it requires no power connectors. The bus interface is PCIe 5.0 x16. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

In benchmarks, the GPU scores 65,818 in Geekbench OpenCL and 58,398 in Geekbench Vulkan. Its average benchmark score is 62,108, placing it at the 89th percentile. The nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M (0.3% higher), the Radeon Pro Vega 56 (2.5% lower), the Radeon RX 7600M (2.6% lower), and the Radeon RX 9060 XT LP (2.7% lower). This indicates the 8050S is slightly above the RX 7600M and RX 9060 XT LP, and just below the Pro W6600M. The compute numbers suggest it can handle ray tracing (32 RT cores) and general compute. The shared memory means performance is influenced by system RAM speed and capacity, so real-world results vary.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data is available for the Intel Core i5-12450HX + AMD Radeon 8050S combination. All frame-rate expectations are estimates derived from the CPU and GPU benchmark scores. The GPU’s 89th percentile and FP32 11.47 TFLOPS suggest strong 1080p performance in many titles at medium to high settings. The CPU’s single-core score of 2,119 (Cinebench R23) and PassMark single-thread 3,340 indicate it can handle the IPC demands of modern games. However, the CPU’s 77th percentile means that in some CPU-heavy games, it may limit frame rates, especially at lower resolutions. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the bottleneck. Given the GPU’s percentile, the system likely achieves smooth frame rates in competitive shooters and moderate 3D games, but the exact numbers are not measured.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s single-core performance?

A: The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2,119, and the PassMark single-thread score is 3,340.

Q: Does the CPU support DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What is the GPU’s FP32 compute performance?

A: The GPU delivers 11.47 TFLOPS for FP32 and the same for FP16.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the Intel Core i5-11600?

A: The average benchmark score of the i5-12450HX is 0.1% higher than the i5-11600.

Q: What is the combined percentile of this CPU-GPU pair?

A: The combined percentile is 83.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this specific combination?

A: No, the data is estimated from benchmark scores; no measured FPS exists.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU?

A: The launch MSRP is $284.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses socket Intel BGA 1964, which is a mobile socket, so the CPU is not user-upgradeable. The platform supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 memory, and the PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes provides high-bandwidth connectivity. Both the CPU and GPU have a TDP of 55 W, and the GPU has no separate power connector, so the system is designed for a compact, low-power laptop. The suggested PSU is not listed, but the low TDPs imply a modest power supply. A sensible next upgrade would be to increase system RAM (since the GPU shares system memory) or to move to a higher-tier CPU/GPU combination in a new laptop. The lack of a socket for the GPU means it cannot be replaced, so the upgrade path is limited to memory and storage.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build (buildClass: laptop) combining an Intel Core i5-12450HX with an AMD Radeon 8050S. The CPU is an 8-core, 12-thread Alder Lake processor with a 55 W TDP, and the GPU is an integrated RDNA 3.5 part with 2,048 shaders and 32 RT cores. The overall tier is high-mid-range, with a combined percentile of 83. The CPU’s 77th percentile and GPU’s 89th percentile place the system above most laptop configurations. This pairing is suitable for users who want a balanced laptop for gaming, content creation, and productivity, without the need for a dedicated GPU.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12450HX + AMD Radeon 8050S

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