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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-12600 + AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX

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Intel Core i5-12600

28,646 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i5-12600 and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX form a desktop pairing that combines a strong mid-range 12th Gen processor with a high-end, 24 GB graphics card. The benchmark data shows a significant performance disparity between the two components, with the CPU sitting at the 80th percentile and the GPU at the 64th percentile, resulting in a combined percentile of 72. This configuration is heavily skewed toward graphics-intensive workloads, where the GPU’s massive memory pool and compute capabilities dominate, while the CPU provides a competent but not class-leading foundation for gaming and productivity.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Alder Lake architecture and manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The chip supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and it uses the Intel Socket 1700 interface. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU lacks an unlocked multiplier, meaning overclocking is not a supported feature, and it includes integrated UHD Graphics 770.

Benchmark results place this CPU at the 80th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 28646. In Cinebench R23, it scores 18105 in multi-core and 2556 in single-core tests. The multi-core score indicates strong parallel processing capability for a 6-core part, while the single-core score is high enough to handle everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded tasks efficiently. For real workloads, the data suggests the i5-12600 can handle moderate content creation, such as video encoding or software compilation, but it will not match higher-core-count rivals in heavily threaded rendering.

The nearestRivals data shows the i5-12600 is virtually tied with several other CPUs. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core i5-13500T, 0.2% faster than the AMD EPYC 7203P, 0.3% faster than the Intel Core 5 220H, and 0.3% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS. These deltas are minimal, indicating that the i5-12600 sits in a tightly contested performance band where no single competitor holds a decisive advantage. In PassMark tests, the CPU scores 21399 in multithread, 3823 in single-thread, and 66123 in integer math, with floating-point math at 50838. Data compression and encryption scores of 252160 and 13084, respectively, show solid throughput for archive management and security-related tasks.

The L3 cache of 18 MB is shared across all cores, which helps reduce memory latency in multi-threaded scenarios. The memory controller’s support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives builders flexibility, though the benchmark scores do not differentiate between the two memory types. Overall, the CPU analysis points to a balanced mid-range processor that performs above average but is not the primary driver of this system’s overall capability.

Benchmark Performance

The combined picture from the benchmark data reveals a system where the GPU is the dominant component, despite its lower percentile ranking. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 28646, placing it at the 80th percentile, while the GPU’s average score is 19410, placing it at the 64th percentile. The combined percentile of 72 reflects a configuration where the GPU’s raw power is partially offset by the CPU’s more modest standing.

In CPU-specific tests, the i5-12600 shows strong single-thread performance with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2556, which is competitive for gaming and light productivity. Its multi-core score of 18105 in the same test indicates it can handle multi-threaded workloads, but the nearestRivals data shows it is essentially equal to the i5-13500T, which is a lower-power variant, suggesting the i5-12600 is not extracting a significant performance lead from its higher clocks in all scenarios.

For the GPU, the RX 7900 XTX delivers a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6841, which is a strong result for modern gaming workloads. In Geekbench, it scores 50465 in OpenCL and 85612 in Vulkan, showing substantial compute capability for both general-purpose and graphics APIs. PassMark G3D score is 31238, with a GPU compute score of 17689. The GPU’s nearestRivals are notably older or lower-tier cards: it is 0.4% slower than the GTX 1060 3 GB, 1% faster than the Quadro K5200, 1.2% faster than the FirePro D300, and 1.2% slower than the TITAN Xp. These comparisons are misleading, as the RX 7900 XTX is a modern card with 24 GB of VRAM, but the average score aggregation places it in that company, indicating that the raw benchmark average is not capturing the GPU’s full potential in modern, VRAM-heavy workloads.

The combined picture suggests that for gaming, the GPU will be the limiting factor at lower resolutions where the CPU’s single-thread performance is sufficient, but at higher resolutions, the GPU’s massive memory bandwidth and compute power will shine. For productivity, the CPU’s 80th percentile ranking means it will not bottleneck the GPU in most tasks, but it may cap performance in heavily threaded CPU-bound applications.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU and GPU combination, as the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps entries. Therefore, all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than verified results.

Given the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6841 and its PassMark G3D score of 31238, the RX 7900 XTX is clearly capable of high-end gaming. The CPU’s single-thread score of 2556 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can feed the GPU adequately in most scenarios. In esports titles and older games, where CPU single-thread performance is critical, the i5-12600’s boost clock of 4.80 GHz should allow the GPU to reach its full potential, resulting in very high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

For AAA games with heavy graphics settings, the GPU’s 24 GB of VRAM and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth are more than sufficient for 4K textures and ray tracing effects. The estimated frame rates at 4K ultra settings would be high, likely exceeding 60 FPS in most titles, given the GPU’s FP32 performance of 61.39 TFLOPS. At 1440p ultra, the GPU would likely push well beyond 100 FPS in many games, assuming the CPU does not introduce a bottleneck. The lack of measured data means these figures are speculative, but the benchmark scores indicate a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions.

The GPU’s 96 ray tracing cores and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate suggest that ray-traced games will run acceptably, though the RDNA 3.0 architecture is generally not as strong in this area as competing NVIDIA parts. The PCIe 4.0 x16 interface ensures adequate bandwidth for the GPU, and the 2x 8-pin power connectors indicate a high power draw, but the exact wattage is not a focus here.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the i5-12600 and RX 7900 XTX is skewed toward the GPU, with the CPU at the 80th percentile and the GPU at the 64th percentile. This percentile gap suggests that in CPU-bound workloads, the i5-12600 will be the limiting factor, while in GPU-bound workloads, the GPU will dominate. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 28646 is higher than the GPU’s 19410, but this does not translate directly to gaming performance, where the GPU typically matters more.

In gaming, the bottleneck will shift based on resolution. At 1080p, the CPU’s single-thread performance of 3823 in PassMark single-thread will be more critical, and the i5-12600 may limit the GPU in very high-refresh-rate scenarios. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU’s workload increases, and the RX 7900 XTX’s 24 GB VRAM and high bandwidth become the primary drivers, reducing the CPU’s impact. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K would show diminishing returns from the CPU, with the GPU becoming the clear bottleneck at higher resolutions.

For productivity, the CPU’s multi-thread score of 18105 in Cinebench R23 means it can handle moderate rendering tasks, but it will be slower than higher-core-count CPUs. The GPU’s compute score of 17689 in PassMark GPU compute indicates it can accelerate certain workloads, such as video encoding or 3D rendering, but the CPU will still be the limiting factor in tasks that are not GPU-accelerated. The balance is therefore workload-dependent: GPU-heavy tasks will see excellent performance, while CPU-heavy tasks will be capped by the i5-12600’s 6-core, 12-thread configuration.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600 has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the CPU’s performance percentile?

A: The i5-12600 is at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 28646.

Q: What are the GPU’s ray tracing capabilities?

A: The RX 7900 XTX has 96 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK does not contain any measured FPS data for this CPU and GPU pairing, so all gaming frame rates are estimates.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bus width?

A: The RX 7900 XTX uses a 384-bit memory bus, which contributes to its high bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s.

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

A: The i5-12600 is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core i5-13500T, 0.2% faster than the AMD EPYC 7203P, and 0.3% faster than both the Intel Core 5 220H and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS.

Who Should Build It

This system targets users who prioritize graphics performance over CPU compute. Gamers playing at 1440p or 4K resolutions will benefit most, as the RX 7900 XTX’s 24 GB VRAM and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth are suited for high-resolution textures and demanding effects. The CPU’s 80th percentile ranking ensures it can handle modern games without major issues, but users seeking maximum frame rates in CPU-bound esports titles may find the i5-12600 to be a limiting factor.

Content creators who work primarily with GPU-accelerated applications, such as video editing or 3D rendering with CUDA-like acceleration, will see strong performance from the GPU’s 61.39 TFLOPS FP32 compute. However, those relying on CPU rendering will be capped by the 6-core, 12-thread processor. Software developers compiling large codebases may find the CPU adequate but not exceptional, given its multi-thread score of 18105 in Cinebench R23.

Students and small business users running office productivity suites or web-based applications will find this system overkill, but the GPU’s compute power could accelerate certain scientific or data analysis tasks. The build is less suitable for users on a tight budget, as the GPU’s launch MSRP of 999 USD is high, but the CPU’s launch MSRP of $233 is reasonable for a mid-range part.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, the i5-12600’s single-thread score of 3823 in PassMark should support frame rates well above 144 FPS in less demanding titles, though the GPU will not be fully utilized. At 1440p, the RX 7900 XTX’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6841 suggests it can deliver high refresh rates in most games, with the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck. For 4K gaming, the 24 GB VRAM ensures no texture memory limits, and the estimated frame rates would be high, though not always at maximum refresh rates.

Streaming while gaming will rely on the CPU’s 12 threads, which are sufficient for software encoding at moderate bitrates, but the GPU’s compute capabilities could offload encoding tasks. Video editing in applications like Premiere Pro would benefit from the GPU’s 50465 OpenCL score, accelerating effects and exports, while the CPU handles timeline scrubbing. 3D rendering in Blender or similar tools would be GPU-accelerated, with the RX 7900 XTX’s 17689 compute score providing a substantial boost over CPU-only rendering.

Software development tasks, including compilation and testing, would see moderate performance from the CPU’s multi-thread score of 18105, which is adequate for smaller projects but not ideal for large-scale builds. Student and office work, such as document editing and web browsing, would be extremely fast, with the CPU’s 80th percentile ranking ensuring smooth multitasking. The system is versatile, but its strengths are clearly in GPU-intensive scenarios.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i5-12600 with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX. The CPU is a 12th Gen Alder Lake-S part with 6 cores and 12 threads, while the GPU is a Radeon RX 7000 series card based on RDNA 3.0 architecture. The combined percentile of 72 places this system above average, but the GPU’s 64th percentile is lower than expected for a high-end card, due to the average benchmark score aggregation.

The build class is desktop, and the overall tier is mid-to-high-end, with the CPU performing at the 80th percentile and the GPU at the 64th percentile. The GPU is marked as end-of-life in production status, suggesting it is a previous-generation product, while the CPU is active. The pairing is logical for gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads, but the CPU may not fully unlock the GPU in all scenarios.

The system uses an Intel Socket 1700 motherboard, and the CPU supports DDR4 or DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility. The GPU requires a 750 W suggested PSU and is dual-slot, with dimensions of 287 mm in length. The launch MSRP for the CPU is $233, and the GPU is 999 USD, but no pricing discussion is included here beyond those stated values.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture using a 5 nm process from TSMC, with 57,700 million transistors on a 529 mm² die. It has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1929 MHz, a game clock of 2365 MHz, and a boost clock of 2498 MHz, with memory running at 2500 MHz or 20 Gbps effective.

The GPU features 6144 shading units, 384 TMUs, and 192 ROPs, along with 96 ray tracing cores. Its pixel rate is 479.6 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 959.2 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 61.39 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 122.8 TFLOPS (2:1). These specifications indicate a raw compute powerhouse that excels in graphics rendering and compute-heavy tasks.

Benchmark scores show a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 result of 6841, which is strong for modern gaming. In Geekbench, the GPU scores 50465 in OpenCL and 85612 in Vulkan, demonstrating excellent compute performance for both general-purpose and graphics workloads. PassMark G3D is 31238, with a GPU compute score of 17689. The GPU’s percentile of 64 places it below the CPU, but this is due to the average score comparison with older cards like the GTX 1060 3 GB, which is 0.4% faster in average score, despite the RX 7900 XTX being vastly superior in real-world modern workloads.

For rendering, the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM allows for large scenes and high-resolution textures without memory constraints. The 960.0 GB/s bandwidth ensures rapid data transfer, and the 61.39 TFLOPS FP32 compute accelerates rendering tasks. The 96 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced effects, though the RDNA 3.0 architecture is not as strong as some competitors in this specific area. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, ensuring compatibility with modern APIs. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1a, 2x DisplayPort 2.1, and 1x USB Type-C, making it suitable for multi-monitor setups.

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