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CPU
90%
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GPU
93%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-12600HX

33,375 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon 860M

26,401 Benchmark Score
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0-30
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30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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70-89

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The Intel Core i5-12600HX paired with the AMD Radeon 860M represents a specific configuration for a laptop platform, combining a high-performance 12th Gen Intel mobile processor with a modern integrated GPU from AMD. The CPU sits in the 83rd percentile against all processors, indicating strong multi-threaded capability for its class, while the GPU holds the 72nd percentile against all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 78, placing it in the upper-midrange tier for laptop builds. Because no measured frame rate data exists for this exact combination, all gaming performance discussion is estimated from the individual benchmark scores of each component.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-12600HX is built on the Alder Lake architecture, specifically the Alder Lake-HX variant, using a 10 nm process node from Intel. This processor provides 12 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The 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 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. It also includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, though the presence of the AMD Radeon 860M suggests the discrete or integrated GPU from AMD is the primary graphics solution.

Benchmark scores reveal a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score reaches 20714, while the single-core score is 2924. This multi-core result is substantial for a mobile chip, suggesting strong sustained performance for rendering and compilation tasks. The Cinebench R20 results show 8699 multi-core and 1228 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 2087 multi-core and 294 single-core. These scores indicate that the i5-12600HX is positioned for productivity workloads that scale across cores.

The PassMark suite provides additional insight into specific workload characteristics. The multithread score is 24681, with integer math at 79339 and floating point math at 58378. Data compression scores 292256, while encryption scores 17506. Extended instructions score 17328, and random string sorting reaches 33110. The physics score is 1504, and find prime numbers scores 83. Single-thread performance in PassMark is 3623. These figures suggest balanced performance across both integer and floating point operations, with particularly strong data compression capabilities.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i5-12600HX has an average benchmark score of 33375. This places it within a tight competitive group. The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS scores 33244, representing a 0.4% difference. The Intel Core Ultra 7 255H scores 33537, a -0.5% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 scores 33542, also -0.5%. The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 33206, a 0.5% difference. This data shows the i5-12600HX is essentially performance-equivalent to these rivals, with all deltas under one percent. The processor's position in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs confirms it is a solid mid-to-high tier mobile processor.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, the CPU's single-core score of 2924 in Cinebench R23 is sufficient to feed a capable GPU in most titles. However, the integrated AMD Radeon 860M will be the limiting factor at high refresh rates, and frame rates should be considered estimates since no measured data exists for this combination.

Streaming benefits from the 12 cores and 16 threads, allowing the CPU to handle encoding while maintaining game performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20714 indicates enough headroom for simultaneous workloads, though the GPU's capabilities will dictate the overall streaming quality settings.

Video editing workloads rely heavily on multi-core performance. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8699 and the PassMark multithread score of 24681 suggest the i5-12600HX can handle 1080p and some 4K video editing tasks. The data compression score of 292256 also indicates efficient handling of codec-related operations.

3D rendering is a strong suit for this CPU. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20714 is competitive with desktop processors from a few generations ago, making this a viable option for occasional rendering tasks. The floating point math score of 58378 in PassMark supports this assessment, as rendering relies heavily on floating point calculations.

Software development benefits from the high single-thread score of 3623 in PassMark and the strong multi-thread score. Compilation tasks, which often parallelize well, will see good performance from the 16 threads. The extended instructions score of 17328 also indicates solid support for modern instruction sets used in development tools.

Student and office work is easily handled by this configuration. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2924 ensures responsive application usage, while the 12 cores provide ample headroom for multitasking with multiple applications open. The integrated GPU from AMD will handle productivity applications and video playback without issue.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 33375, placing it in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs. The nearest rivals show minimal performance deltas, with the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS at 33244 (0.4% difference), the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H at 33537 (-0.5%), the AMD Ryzen 5 240 at 33542 (-0.5%), and the Intel Core i7-14701E at 33206 (0.5%). This indicates the i5-12600HX is positioned in a highly competitive segment where no single processor holds a meaningful advantage.

The GPU, the AMD Radeon 860M, has an average benchmark score of 26401, placing it in the 72nd percentile against all GPUs. Its Geekbench OpenCL score is 22759, and its Vulkan score is 30043. The nearest rivals show the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 at 26421 (-0.1% difference), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 at 26331 (0.3%), the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary at 26553 (-0.6%), and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 at 26683 (-1.1%). These deltas are all under 1.2%, showing the Radeon 860M performs comparably to a wide range of GPUs across different tiers.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pair is 78, indicating the overall system performance is above average but not exceptional. The CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, while the GPU is slightly lower in percentile ranking. This creates a system where CPU-bound workloads will perform well, but GPU-bound tasks will see more variation relative to other systems.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who need strong CPU performance in a laptop form factor without requiring a discrete GPU. Gamers playing at 1080p with medium to high settings will find the Radeon 860M provides playable frame rates, though exact numbers are estimates due to the lack of measured data. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking ensures game logic and physics calculations run smoothly.

Content creators working with video or 3D rendering will benefit from the i5-12600HX's multi-core strength. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20714 is competitive for mobile processors, making this suitable for on-the-go rendering tasks. The GPU's Vulkan score of 30043 also suggests it can accelerate some rendering workflows.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's balanced performance. The PassMark single-thread score of 3623 and multithread score of 24681 indicate good responsiveness for code editing and fast compilation times. The extended instructions score of 17328 supports modern development environments.

Students and small business users who need a laptop for everyday tasks will find this configuration more than adequate. The CPU's strong single-core performance ensures snappy application launches, while the 12 cores provide future-proofing for more demanding tasks. The integrated GPU handles office productivity, web browsing, and video playback efficiently.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a mobile platform socket. This means the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded in the traditional sense. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, giving builders flexibility in memory choice. The CPU also supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a consumer mobile processor.

PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU provides high-bandwidth connectivity for storage and other peripherals. The GPU, however, uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which is sufficient for its performance class. The CPU has a TDP of 55 watts, while the GPU has a TDP of 15 watts, suggesting a combined power draw that is manageable for a laptop cooling solution.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be increasing memory capacity or speed, as the system shared GPU memory depends on system RAM. Upgrading to faster DDR5 memory could improve integrated GPU performance, since the Radeon 860M uses system shared memory. The GPU's memory bandwidth is listed as system dependent, meaning faster RAM directly benefits graphics performance.

The CPU's production status is active, and its release date was 2022-05-09. The GPU's release date is 2025-02-28, making this a pairing of an older CPU with a newer integrated GPU. This suggests the platform is current and supported.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 860M is based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, specifically the Krackan Point chip, using a 4 nm process from TSMC. It is classified as a Navi III IGP for Strix Point Mobile. The GPU has a base clock of 600 MHz and a boost clock of 3000 MHz. It features 512 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, and 16 raster operation units. The GPU includes 8 ray tracing cores, though it has no dedicated tensor cores.

Memory is system shared, meaning the GPU uses the same RAM as the CPU. Memory type, bus width, and bandwidth are all system dependent. This is typical for integrated GPUs and means performance is tied to the system memory configuration. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is 3.072 TFLOPS, with FP16 also at 3.072 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 22759 and Vulkan score of 30043 place it in the 72nd percentile against all GPUs. The Vulkan score is notably higher than the OpenCL score, suggesting the RDNA 3.5 architecture performs well with Vulkan APIs. This is relevant for gaming, as many modern titles use Vulkan or DirectX 12.

The nearest rivals show interesting comparisons. The NVIDIA GeForce MX550, a discrete mobile GPU, scores 26421, just 0.1% higher than the Radeon 860M. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, a much newer discrete GPU, scores 26331, which is 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary scores 26553, 0.6% higher. The NVIDIA RTX A4000 scores 26683, 1.1% higher. This indicates the integrated Radeon 860M performs at a level comparable to entry-level discrete GPUs.

For rendering, the GPU's FP32 performance of 3.072 TFLOPS and the presence of 8 ray tracing cores suggest it can handle basic 3D rendering tasks. The Vulkan score of 30043 indicates good performance in Vulkan-based renderers. However, the system shared memory limits the GPU's effective bandwidth, which will impact texture-heavy workloads.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU is the stronger component in this pairing, with an 83rd percentile ranking versus the GPU's 72nd percentile. This creates a system where the GPU is likely the bottleneck in graphics-intensive workloads. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20714 suggests it can handle demanding compute tasks, but the GPU's 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 performance will limit frame rates in games.

In CPU-bound scenarios, such as physics simulations or AI workloads that run on the CPU, the i5-12600HX will perform well. The PassMark integer math score of 79339 and floating point math score of 58378 indicate strong compute capabilities. However, in GPU-bound scenarios like gaming at high resolutions or 3D rendering, the Radeon 860M will be the limiting factor.

The GPU's system shared memory is a potential bottleneck. Since the GPU uses the same memory as the CPU, memory bandwidth is shared between the two. This can lead to performance degradation in memory-intensive workloads, particularly at higher resolutions. The GPU's texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s are modest figures that will limit performance in texture-heavy scenes.

The combined percentile of 78 suggests the system is well-balanced overall, but with a clear skew toward CPU performance. Users who prioritize CPU-heavy tasks will find this configuration satisfying, while those who need high frame rates in modern games may find the GPU insufficient. The CPU's single-thread performance of 2924 in Cinebench R23 ensures it will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i5-12600HX has 12 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

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

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 33375, which is within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, Intel Core Ultra 7 255H, AMD Ryzen 5 240, and Intel Core i7-14701E.

Q: What is the GPU's architecture and process node?

A: The AMD Radeon 860M uses the RDNA 3.5 architecture on a 4 nm process from TSMC, with a boost clock of 3000 MHz.

Q: Does the GPU have ray tracing support?

A: Yes, the GPU includes 8 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2).

Q: What memory does the platform support?

A: The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and the GPU uses system shared memory.

Q: What is the GPU's benchmark performance?

A: The GPU scores 22759 in Geekbench OpenCL and 30043 in Geekbench Vulkan, with an average benchmark score of 26401.

Q: Is this a desktop or laptop configuration?

A: This is a laptop build, as indicated by the build class, with the CPU using the Intel BGA 1964 socket.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. All frame rate figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores of each component. The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2924 indicates strong gaming performance for CPU-bound scenarios, while the GPU's Vulkan score of 30043 and FP32 performance of 3.072 TFLOPS provide a baseline for graphics capability.

At 1080p resolution, the Radeon 860M should deliver playable frame rates in esports titles and older games, with estimates in the 60-90 FPS range for lighter titles. For more demanding AAA games, frame rates will likely drop to 30-50 FPS at medium settings. The GPU's 16 ROPs and 32 TMUs limit fill rate, so high-resolution textures may cause performance drops.

At 1440p, the GPU will struggle with modern titles, with estimates in the 20-35 FPS range for demanding games. The system shared memory will also limit performance at higher resolutions due to bandwidth constraints. The CPU will not be the bottleneck in these scenarios, as its single-thread performance is sufficient to feed the GPU.

The GPU's percentile ranking of 72 places it above most integrated graphics but below many discrete options. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce MX550, a discrete mobile GPU, which scores nearly identically. This suggests the Radeon 860M can match entry-level discrete GPUs in gaming performance, though thermal constraints in a laptop may affect sustained performance.

Build Overview

This is a laptop configuration pairing the Intel Core i5-12600HX with the AMD Radeon 860M integrated GPU. The CPU is a 12th Gen Alder Lake-HX processor with 12 cores and 16 threads, positioned in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs. The GPU is an RDNA 3.5 integrated solution with 512 shading units, positioned in the 72nd percentile against all GPUs.

The combined percentile for this build is 78, placing it in the upper-midrange tier for laptop systems. The CPU is the stronger component, with an average benchmark score of 33375 compared to the GPU's 26401. This creates a system that excels in CPU-bound workloads like video editing, 3D rendering, and software development, while providing adequate but not exceptional gaming performance.

The build class is laptop, meaning both components are designed for mobile use with power efficiency in mind. The CPU has a TDP of 55 watts, and the GPU has a TDP of 15 watts, making this a relatively power-efficient combination. The system supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with the GPU using system shared memory, so memory choice directly impacts graphics performance.

Overall, this configuration represents a balanced laptop platform with a strong CPU and a capable integrated GPU. It is well-suited for users who need multi-threaded performance for productivity tasks and occasional gaming, rather than those seeking high-end gaming performance. The lack of measured FPS data means gaming performance is estimated, but the benchmark scores suggest this pairing will handle most tasks competently.