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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12500 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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Intel Core i5-12500

19,668 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

16,504 Benchmark Score

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# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12500 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on the Alder Lake 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 163 mm² die size and a three-tier cache hierarchy: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, and the processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. Integrated UHD Graphics 770 is present, and the chip is not multiplier-unlocked, meaning overclocking headroom is limited by design.

Benchmark data reveals a processor that performs competitively within its class. The average benchmark score of 19668 places it at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs, indicating it outperforms roughly three-quarters of processors in the database. The 3DMark multi-threaded scores show a scaling pattern: 6007 at 16 threads and 6023 at max threads, suggesting the 6-core/12-thread configuration reaches near-peak throughput when fully utilized. The jump from 1741 at 2 threads to 3125 at 4 threads and 4862 at 8 threads demonstrates strong core scaling, though the incremental gain from 8 to 16 threads is modest — a 24% increase, which hints at diminishing returns beyond the physical core count.

Cinebench results reinforce this picture. The R23 multicore score of 16759 versus a single-core score of 2366 yields a multi-to-single ratio of roughly 7.1x, which is typical for a 6-core part with Hyper-Threading. The R20 numbers (7038 multicore, 993 single-core) and R15 numbers (1689 multicore, 238 single-core) follow the same pattern. Geekbench scores of 9374 multicore and 1969 single-core align with expectations for Alder Lake's hybrid architecture, though this particular SKU uses only performance cores rather than the P-core/E-core mix found in higher-tier 12th-gen parts.

The PassMark suite provides granular workload insights. Integer math scores 61626, floating-point math scores 48004, and extended instructions score 16090, indicating solid arithmetic throughput. Data compression at 238753 and random string sorting at 23523 suggest strong memory subsystem performance, while the data encryption score of 12033 and prime number finding at 75 reveal areas where the processor is less dominant. The single-thread score of 3666 confirms that this CPU handles lightly threaded tasks with competence.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the i5-12500 sits within a tight cluster. It is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 (average score 19617) and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 (average score 19593). Conversely, it trails the Intel Core i5-11600KF by 0.3% (19723) and the Intel Core i5-11600K by 0.6% (19786). These deltas are within noise margins, meaning the i5-12500 effectively trades blows with both its predecessor and competing AMD offerings. The practical takeaway: this is a mid-range processor whose performance is well-established and predictable.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 3666 in PassMark and 3DMark single-thread score of 951 provide the foundation for high-frame-rate gaming. The 4.60 GHz boost clock ensures responsive frame pacing in most titles, though the 6-core count may limit performance in the most demanding modern games that scale beyond 12 threads. The 73rd percentile overall CPU ranking suggests this processor can drive high-refresh monitors at 1080p and 1440p without being the primary constraint.

Streaming: The 6-core/12-thread configuration offers headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding workloads. The 3DMark max-thread score of 6023 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16759 indicate that the CPU can handle software encoding while maintaining playable frame rates in most games. However, streamers targeting maximum quality settings may find the 12 threads stretched thin when running both encode and game workloads concurrently.

Video editing: Timeline scrubbing and preview rendering benefit from the processor's multi-threaded muscle. The PassMark multithread score of 19893 and data compression score of 238753 suggest efficient handling of video codecs and container formats. The 18 MB L3 cache aids in keeping frequently accessed data local, reducing stalls during export operations. For 1080p and lighter 4K edits, this CPU provides competent performance, though it may not match higher-core-count alternatives for complex multi-layer timelines.

3D rendering: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16759 places this processor in the capable mid-range tier for CPU-based rendering. Single-frame renders and moderate batch jobs complete in reasonable time, but the 6-core limit becomes evident in long animation sequences or high-sample-count scenes. The 73rd percentile ranking means it outperforms many older and budget processors, yet dedicated workstations with more cores will render faster.

Software development: Compilation times benefit from the 12 threads and strong integer performance (PassMark integer math at 61626). The single-core speed (R23 single-core 2366) keeps interactive development environments responsive, while the multi-threaded scores handle parallel builds efficiently. The data encryption score of 12033 supports secure development workflows with encrypted repositories and communication.

Student and office work: This processor exceeds requirements for productivity suites, web browsing, and document editing. The single-thread scores (3666 PassMark, 1969 Geekbench) ensure snappy user interface responses in typical office applications. The 65 W TDP makes it suitable for systems where power efficiency is a consideration, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display solution without a discrete GPU.

# FAQ

Q: How does the Core i5-12500 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The average benchmark score of 19668 places it 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500. It trails the Intel Core i5-11600KF by 0.3% and the Intel Core i5-11600K by 0.6%. These differences are negligible in real-world use.

Q: What is the processor's percentile ranking?

A: The i5-12500 sits at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms approximately 73% of processors in the database.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is locked, so this processor does not support user-controlled overclocking. Performance is determined by the base and boost clocks as configured by Intel.

Q: What memory types are supported?

A: The i5-12500 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The specific memory speed support depends on the motherboard and memory modules chosen.

Q: What is the TDP of this processor?

A: The thermal design power is 65 W, which is modest for a desktop processor and allows for relatively compact cooling solutions.

Q: Does the processor include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes UHD Graphics 770, which provides basic display output and hardware acceleration for media playback without requiring a discrete GPU.

Q: What socket does the i5-12500 use?

A: It uses Intel Socket 1700, which is compatible with a wide range of 12th-generation Intel motherboards.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of an Intel Core i5-12500 with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 creates a significant imbalance in raw compute capability. The CPU's 73rd percentile ranking contrasts sharply with the GPU's 59th percentile, but this alone does not tell the full story. The GPU's benchmark score of 16504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is the only data point available, and it sits at the 59th percentile — a moderate position that suggests this particular GPU variant is not the flagship many might expect from the 5090 naming.

The CPU's 3DMark scores (6007 at 16 threads, 6023 at max threads) indicate that gaming workloads that rely heavily on CPU physics, game logic, and draw call submission will be constrained by the processor's 6-core limit. The 65 W TDP and 4.60 GHz boost clock mean the CPU can sustain high single-thread performance, but sustained multi-threaded gaming scenarios may cause the CPU to become the limiting factor. The GPU, with its 24 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth, has ample resources to render at high resolutions, but the CPU must feed it with frames.

In GPU-bound scenarios — typically at 4K resolution or with maximum ray tracing settings — the RTX 5090 D V2 will be the primary performance driver, and the i5-12500 will likely keep pace. In CPU-bound scenarios — such as 1080p competitive gaming with low graphical settings — the processor's 12 threads may become the bottleneck, limiting frame rates below what the GPU could theoretically deliver. The data supports this: the CPU's single-thread score of 951 in 3DMark and 3666 in PassMark are solid but not exceptional, suggesting that high-refresh 1080p gaming will see CPU limitations in less optimized titles.

The combined percentile of 66 places this pairing in the upper-mid range of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database. This suggests that while each component brings strengths, the overall system performance is not transcendent. The GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 compute are substantial, but the CPU's 12 threads may not fully utilize the GPU's capabilities in all workloads, particularly in games that require heavy per-frame CPU processing.

# Who Should Build It

This pairing suits users who prioritize GPU rendering performance over CPU throughput. The RTX 5090 D V2's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth make it suitable for large 3D scenes, high-resolution texture work, and AI-accelerated tasks. The i5-12500 provides adequate CPU support for these workloads, though users engaged in CPU-heavy tasks like complex physics simulations or massive data processing would benefit from a higher-core-count processor.

Gamers targeting 4K resolution or high-detail ray tracing will find this pairing well-matched, as the GPU becomes the primary determinant of frame rates at these settings. The CPU's 73rd percentile ranking ensures it can maintain playable frame rates in most titles, even if it is not the absolute fastest option available.

Content creators working with GPU-accelerated renderers (such as those using CUDA or OptiX) will leverage the RTX 5090 D V2's 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores. The 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate provide substantial throughput for 3D rendering and video processing. The CPU handles scene management, asset loading, and application logic while the GPU accelerates the heavy lifting.

Software developers building GPU-compute applications will appreciate the combination's compute capabilities, though the CPU's 12 threads may limit host-side performance in data-parallel workloads. The 65 W TDP CPU and 575 W TDP GPU require a robust power supply, with the suggested PSU rating of 950 W providing adequate headroom.

Students and small business users building a workstation for general productivity will find the CPU more than sufficient, but the GPU is overkill for these workloads. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 in the CPU provides a fallback, but the discrete GPU's power and cost are unjustified for document editing, web browsing, or spreadsheet work.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows, so all frame rate discussion here is estimated from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximate rather than definitive.

Based on the CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and the GPU's Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504, this pairing is expected to deliver high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p in most titles, with the GPU providing ample headroom for high-refresh monitors. At 4K, the GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth support high texture quality and resolution scaling, though the CPU's 12 threads may become a limiting factor in games with heavy AI or physics simulation.

The CPU's 73rd percentile ranking suggests it can handle the per-frame processing demands of modern games, but the 6-core/12-thread configuration may show limitations in the most CPU-intensive titles. Games with complex open worlds, large numbers of NPCs, or sophisticated physics engines may see frame rates constrained by the CPU, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU is not fully utilized.

The GPU's 59th percentile ranking is notable — it places this card below many other GPUs in the database, which is surprising given the RTX 5090 branding. The nearest rival is the NVIDIA T400 with identical average score (16508 vs 16504, 0% delta), suggesting that the D V2 variant may have specific driver or hardware limitations that cap its performance. This is an important consideration for gamers: the RTX 5090 D V2 may not deliver the frame rates expected from the 5090 series naming.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score of 19668 places it at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs. The GPU's average benchmark score of 16504 places it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. The combined system percentile is 66, indicating this pairing outperforms 66% of CPU+GPU combinations in the database.

The CPU's benchmark suite shows consistent results across multiple test types. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16759 and single-core score of 2366 provide a balanced picture of multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The Geekbench multicore score of 9374 and single-core score of 1969 corroborate these findings. The PassMark multithread score of 19893 and single-thread score of 3666 offer additional confirmation.

The GPU has only one benchmark entry: 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 with a score of 16504. This single data point limits the depth of analysis possible. The nearest rivals — NVIDIA T400 (16508, 0% delta), AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (16415, 0.5% delta), NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (16408, 0.6% delta), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (16361, 0.9% delta) — all cluster within 1% of the RTX 5090 D V2's score. This clustering is unusual for a 50-series GPU and suggests that the D V2 variant may be a restricted or specialized version with performance characteristics closer to professional or mid-range cards than to flagship gaming GPUs.

The combined picture is one of asymmetry: a solid mid-range CPU paired with a GPU that, despite its name and specifications, benchmarks at the 59th percentile. This suggests the RTX 5090 D V2 may be optimized for specific workloads (possibly professional or AI applications) rather than general gaming performance.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop build combining the Intel Core i5-12500 (Alder Lake, 6 cores, 12 threads, 65 W TDP) with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 (Blackwell 2.0 architecture, 24 GB GDDR7, 575 W TDP). The build class is desktop, and the combined percentile of 66 places it in the upper-mid tier of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database.

The CPU represents a mainstream 12th-generation Intel offering, positioned at the 73rd percentile with an average benchmark score of 19668. The GPU, despite its high-end naming, benchmarks at the 59th percentile with a score of 16504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. The disconnect between the GPU's name and its benchmark position raises questions about the D V2 variant's intended market and performance tuning.

The system requires a 950 W power supply per the suggested PSU rating, and the GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector. The overall tier is solidly mid-range, with the CPU providing dependable performance and the GPU offering substantial memory capacity and compute resources, even if its benchmark position suggests it is not a top-tier gaming performer.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-12500 uses Socket 1700, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, and the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface. The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 575 W TDP combine for a system that requires the suggested 950 W power supply.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count processor on the same Socket 1700 platform, provided the motherboard supports it. This would improve multi-threaded performance and reduce CPU bottlenecks in gaming and productivity workloads. The GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth provide substantial headroom for future software demands, so the GPU may not need upgrading for several generations.

The CPU's memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives builders flexibility in choosing memory modules, though the dual-channel configuration limits total memory bandwidth compared to platforms with quad-channel support. The PCIe Gen 5 support ensures compatibility with the fastest available storage and expansion cards, though the 20-lane allocation requires careful planning for multiple high-bandwidth devices.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process. The GB202 chip contains 92,200 million transistors across a 750 mm² die, achieving a transistor density of 122.9 million per square millimeter. The GPU runs at a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective).

Memory configuration includes 24 GB of GDDR7 on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth. The GPU features 21760 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 and machine learning workloads. The pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. Compute performance reaches 104.8 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (at 1:1 ratio).

The 575 W TDP requires the suggested 950 W power supply, and the dual-slot design with a single 16-pin power connector simplifies installation. The card measures 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 48 mm in width, fitting most mid-tower and full-tower cases. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1b and three DisplayPort 2.1b connectors, supporting modern high-refresh monitors.

Despite these impressive specifications, the benchmark data tells a different story. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504 places this GPU at the 59th percentile, with the nearest rival being the NVIDIA T400 at 16508 (0% delta) and the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16415 (0.5% delta). This performance clustering suggests the RTX 5090 D V2 may be a specialized variant — possibly a China-market or compute-focused version — whose gaming performance is significantly below what the RTX 5090 branding implies. The 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 680 tensor cores suggest this card excels at AI inference and compute workloads, where its benchmark position may be more competitive than in gaming scenarios.

The 24 GB VRAM capacity is substantial and supports large datasets, high-resolution textures, and multi-model AI workloads. The 1.34 TB/s bandwidth ensures the memory subsystem keeps pace with the compute units. For rendering, the 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced effects and DLSS-style upscaling, though the benchmark score suggests these features may not translate into top-tier gaming performance in this particular variant.

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