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Intel Core i5-12490F

20,802 Benchmark Score
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# Intel Core i5-12490F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090: A Benchmark Analysis

This pairing combines a 6-core/12-thread Alder Lake desktop processor with NVIDIA's flagship Blackwell 2.0 GPU, creating a system where the CPU's 74th percentile ranking sits well below the GPU's 92nd percentile. The combined system percentile of 83 reflects a configuration heavily weighted toward graphics performance, with the RTX 5090's 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 compute dwarfing the i5-12490F's mid-range processing capabilities. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, so all gaming performance figures in this analysis are estimates derived from the individual component benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12490F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Alder Lake-S architecture using Intel's 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. The chip features a three-tier cache hierarchy: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a locked multiplier part (not unlocked for overclocking) with support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU.

Benchmark results show a processor that scales predictably with thread count. The 3DMark suite reveals a progression from 946 in the single-thread test to 1,727 in 2-thread, 3,133 in 4-thread, 4,811 in 8-thread, and 5,923 in 16-thread tests, with max-thread scoring 5,936. This near-linear scaling up to 8 threads and modest gains beyond indicates the 6 physical cores with Hyper-Threading are fully utilized, but the architecture's efficiency plateaus once all 12 threads are engaged. The Cinebench results reinforce this pattern: R23 multi-core scores 17,284 versus 2,440 single-core, a ratio of roughly 7.1x, which is typical for a 6-core/12-thread part.

PassMark data provides insight into real-world workload characteristics. Integer math scores 60,548, floating-point math 47,326, and extended instructions 15,993. The data compression score of 237,304 is notably strong, while encryption checks in at 12,018. Prime number finding is modest at 87, and random string sorting achieves 23,791. The multi-thread PassMark score of 20,202 and single-thread score of 3,682 place this chip in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20,802. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6325P (20,821, -0.1%), Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (20,826, -0.1%), AMD EPYC 7J13 (20,845, -0.2%), and AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT (20,733, +0.3%). These delta values show the i5-12490F sits within a tight performance cluster, trailing the EPYC by just 0.2% and leading the Ryzen 5 5600GT by 0.3%.

For real workloads, this CPU handles productivity tasks competently but is not a high-core-count powerhouse. The 6-core/12-thread configuration suits mainstream gaming, office applications, and light content creation, though heavy multi-threaded rendering or simulation workloads will hit the 20 MB L3 cache and 12-thread ceiling relatively quickly.

FAQ

Q: Does the i5-12490F bottleneck the RTX 5090 in gaming?

A: Based on the benchmark data, the CPU's 74th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 92nd percentile suggests the processor will limit frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The single-thread score of 946 in 3DMark and 2,440 in Cinebench R23 indicates adequate per-core performance, but the 6-core/12-thread configuration may struggle to feed the RTX 5090's massive rendering throughput in games that scale across many threads.

Q: What memory types does this build support?

A: The i5-12490F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The memory bus width is dual-channel, though the FACT PACK does not specify a peak memory bandwidth figure. Users can choose either memory generation depending on motherboard support and availability.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5090's average benchmark score of 79,842 places it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (79,605, +0.3%), Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB (79,396, +0.6%), AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940, +1.1%), and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X (80,959, -1.4%). The RTX 5090 leads most rivals but trails the Radeon Pro Vega 64X by 1.4%.

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

A: The combined system percentile is 83, which sits between the CPU's 74th percentile and the GPU's 92nd percentile. This indicates the overall system performance is weighted more heavily toward the graphics card.

Q: Is the CPU multiplier unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is locked. The i5-12490F does not support overclocking through multiplier adjustment, so users are limited to the stock 3.00 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost clocks.

Q: What PCIe generation does the CPU support?

A: The i5-12490F provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU. This supports high-bandwidth devices like the RTX 5090, which uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface.

Q: Does the RTX 5090 support multiple display outputs?

A: Yes, the GPU features 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b outputs, allowing for multi-monitor configurations.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a monolithic Blackwell 2.0 GPU built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die, yielding a transistor density of 122.9 million per mm². The chip, designated GB202, contains 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 raster operation units. Ray tracing is handled by 170 dedicated RT cores, while 680 tensor cores accelerate AI workloads. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz with a boost clock of 2407 MHz, and memory runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective data rate.

Memory configuration is a standout feature: 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus delivers 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. This massive memory pool and bandwidth position the card for 4K and 8K rendering, large dataset processing, and AI inference tasks that require substantial VRAM. The pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s indicate exceptional rasterization throughput. Compute performance reaches 104.8 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1 ratio).

Benchmark scores confirm the GPU's dominance. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test yields a score of 18,355. Geekbench OpenCL scores 334,370, while Vulkan reaches 376,728. PassMark results show G3D at 39,650, GPU compute at 26,756, and DirectX tests ranging from 185 (DX12) to 395 (DX9). The G2D score of 1,413 reflects 2D acceleration capability. The average benchmark score of 79,842 places the GPU in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs.

The nearest rival comparison shows the RTX 5090's closest competitors are datacenter and mobile parts, not consumer gaming GPUs. The Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB scores 79,605 (+0.3%), the Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB scores 79,396 (+0.6%), the Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78,940 (+1.1%), and the Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80,959 (-1.4%). This suggests the RTX 5090's benchmark profile is closer to professional compute hardware than typical gaming cards, which aligns with its 32 GB VRAM and tensor core count.

For rendering workloads, the RT 170 cores and 680 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced scenes and DLSS-style upscaling. The 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 throughput handles traditional rasterization with headroom to spare, while the 1.79 TB/s bandwidth feeds the 512-bit memory bus without bottlenecks.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance disparity between the i5-12490F (74th percentile) and RTX 5090 (92nd percentile) creates an asymmetric system where the CPU is the limiting factor in many workloads. The combined percentile of 83 sits closer to the GPU's ranking, but this does not mean the pairing is balanced—it reflects that the GPU's massive benchmark scores dominate the aggregate calculation.

In gaming scenarios, the CPU's 6-core/12-thread configuration with a 4.60 GHz boost clock can drive high frame rates in most titles, but the RTX 5090's rendering capacity exceeds what this processor can feed in CPU-bound situations. The single-thread scores (946 in 3DMark, 2,440 in Cinebench R23) are respectable but not elite, meaning frame rates at high resolutions will be limited by the CPU's per-core performance in games that rely heavily on a single thread. At lower resolutions where the GPU is not the bottleneck, the CPU's 12-thread ceiling will cap FPS more severely.

The 3DMark 16-thread score of 5,923 versus the 8-thread score of 4,811 shows only marginal gains beyond 8 threads, indicating the processor's scaling efficiency drops as thread count increases. For GPU-bound workloads like 4K gaming or ray tracing, the RTX 5090 will operate near its full potential, with the CPU providing just enough throughput to avoid severe stalling. However, in esports titles at 1080p where frame rates can exceed 300 FPS, the i5-12490F's single-thread performance will be the primary constraint.

The 65 W TDP of the CPU versus the 575 W TDP of the GPU highlights the power asymmetry. The GPU draws nearly 9x the power of the CPU, making the graphics card the dominant power consumer and thermal contributor. The suggested PSU of 950 W accommodates this disparity with headroom for system components.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who prioritize graphics performance above all else. Gamers playing at 4K resolution with ultra settings will benefit most from the RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, which handle high-resolution textures and ray tracing without memory pressure. The CPU's 6 cores are sufficient for most games at this resolution, where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck.

Content creators working with large video files or 3D scenes will leverage the RTX 5090's compute capabilities. The 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 32 GB memory accelerate rendering, while the tensor cores speed up AI-assisted workflows. The CPU's 20 MB L3 cache and 65 W TDP keep system power manageable, though multi-threaded encoding tasks will be limited by the 12-thread processor.

Software developers building AI or machine learning applications will find the RTX 5090's 680 tensor cores and 32 GB VRAM well-suited for model training and inference. The CPU's PassMark encryption score of 12,018 and data compression score of 237,304 support general development workloads, though large build processes will not scale beyond 12 threads.

Students and small business users running office applications, web browsing, and light productivity will find the CPU's 74th percentile ranking more than adequate, but the GPU is vastly over-provisioned for these tasks. The system's 83rd combined percentile reflects a configuration where the graphics card dominates the performance profile, making it a poor fit for budget-conscious users who do not need extreme GPU power.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this specific CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps entries, so all frame rate figures below are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores of the i5-12490F and RTX 5090.

At 1080p resolution, the RTX 5090's rendering power will produce frame rates far above the CPU's ability to deliver draw calls. The i5-12490F's single-thread score of 946 in 3DMark suggests it can sustain high frame rates in lighter titles, but heavy simulations or open-world games may see the CPU become the limiting factor. Expect frame rates to vary widely depending on the game's threading model, with the GPU often idling waiting for the CPU.

At 1440p, the balance improves. The GPU's 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate and 104.8 TFLOPS compute can handle higher resolutions, while the CPU's 12 threads provide adequate feeding for most titles. The 32 GB VRAM eliminates any texture memory concerns, and the 1.79 TB/s bandwidth supports high-resolution assets without stuttering.

At 4K, the RTX 5090 becomes the dominant factor. The GPU's massive bandwidth and compute resources are fully utilized, and the CPU's limitations are less apparent as frame rates drop to levels the i5-12490F can support. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 18,355 indicates strong DX12 performance, which translates to smooth 4K gaming in most titles, though the exact FPS will depend on the specific game and its optimization.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 5090's 92nd percentile GPU ranking delivers exceptional frame rates, but the i5-12490F's 74th percentile CPU ranking limits performance at high refresh rates. At 1080p with a 240 Hz monitor, the CPU's single-thread performance will cap FPS below the GPU's maximum capability. At 1440p or 4K with 144 Hz monitors, the GPU can drive frames closer to the refresh limit.

Streaming: The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads handle encoding workloads, with PassMark multi-thread score of 20,202 showing adequate throughput. The RTX 5090's tensor cores can offload encoding via hardware acceleration, reducing CPU load during streaming sessions. The 32 GB VRAM allows for high-quality encoding without impacting game performance.

Video editing: The RTX 5090's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 32 GB VRAM accelerate effects, color grading, and timeline rendering. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,284 handles export tasks, though 12 threads will be slower than higher-core processors. The 20 MB L3 cache aids in preview scrubbing and codec processing.

3D rendering: The GPU's 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced renders, while the 1.79 TB/s bandwidth streams geometry and textures efficiently. The CPU's PassMark floating-point score of 47,326 handles physics and simulation tasks, but complex scenes with large thread counts will expose the 12-thread limit.

Software development: The CPU's PassMark integer math score of 60,548 and data compression score of 237,304 support compilation and build processes. The RTX 5090 accelerates GPU compute workloads for developers targeting CUDA or DirectX 12 Ultimate. The 32 GB VRAM allows for testing GPU-intensive applications without memory constraints.

Student and office work: The CPU's 74th percentile ranking handles document processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing with ease. The GPU is massively over-provisioned for these tasks, but its 92nd percentile ranking ensures any graphics-accelerated application runs smoothly. The system's 83rd combined percentile makes it a powerful, if expensive, workstation for academic projects.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining Intel's Core 12th Gen i5-12490F with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090. The CPU is a 6-core/12-thread Alder Lake-S processor on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, while the GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 flagship with 32 GB GDDR7 memory. The combined system percentile of 83 places this configuration in the upper tier of desktop systems, though the CPU's 74th percentile and GPU's 92nd percentile create an imbalanced profile.

The i5-12490F represents the mainstream segment of Intel's 12th Gen lineup, with a 65 W TDP and 10 nm process. The RTX 5090 is NVIDIA's top-tier consumer GPU, featuring a 575 W TDP and 5 nm process from TSMC. This pairing is a graphics-first build where the GPU's capabilities define the system's performance envelope, while the CPU provides adequate but not exceptional support.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 20,802, placing it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. Key scores include 3DMark single-thread at 946, 16-thread at 5,923, and max-thread at 5,936; Cinebench R23 multi-core at 17,284 and single-core at 2,440; and PassMark multi-thread at 20,202 with single-thread at 3,682. The nearest rival, the Intel Xeon 6325P, scores 20,821, a delta of -0.1%, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 20,733, a delta of +0.3%.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 79,842, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 18,355, Geekbench OpenCL is 334,370, Vulkan is 376,728, and PassMark G3D is 39,650. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, scores 79,605, a delta of +0.3%, while the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80,959, a delta of -1.4%.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU's 92nd percentile ranking dominates the CPU's 74th percentile, yielding an overall 83rd percentile. Benchmark results indicate the GPU is the primary performance driver, with the CPU providing sufficient but not exceptional support for graphics-intensive workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The i5-12490F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and the RTX 5090 uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, ensuring full bandwidth utilization. The system's power delivery is designed around a 65 W CPU TDP and a 575 W GPU TDP, with a suggested PSU of 950 W providing headroom for the combined load.

The Socket 1700 platform supports other 12th Gen Core processors, allowing users to upgrade to higher-core-count parts without changing motherboards. A sensible next upgrade would be a CPU with more cores and threads to better match the RTX 5090's capabilities, though the exact part is not specified in the FACT PACK. The DDR4/DDR5 memory support means users can choose their memory generation based on motherboard compatibility, though the FACT PACK does not specify which memory type yields better performance with this CPU.

The RTX 5090's 575 W TDP and 1x 16-pin power connector require a robust power supply, and the suggested 950 W unit provides adequate headroom for the CPU, GPU, and system components. The dual-slot cooler design with 304 mm length and 137 mm height fits standard desktop cases, though the 40 mm width may require checking case clearance. The GPU's PCIe 5.0 x16 interface is backward compatible with older PCIe slots, but the 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU ensure full bandwidth when paired with a compatible motherboard.