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78%
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86%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-12700E

6,776 Benchmark Score
Top 22% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A380

8,558 Benchmark Score
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# Intel Core i7-12700E + Intel Arc A380 — Desktop Build Analysis

This pairing combines a 12-core Alder Lake desktop processor with Intel's entry-level Arc 3 discrete GPU, creating a system that sits at the 53rd percentile overall among all tracked CPU+GPU combinations. The CPU is a strong multi-threaded performer for productivity tasks, while the GPU is positioned at the 44th percentile among all GPUs, indicating it is a modest graphics solution best suited for lighter workloads rather than high-end gaming. The data shows a clear imbalance: the i7-12700E has substantial processing headroom that the Arc A380 cannot fully utilize in graphics-bound scenarios, but the combination remains coherent for users whose primary needs are CPU-heavy productivity with occasional light gaming.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A380 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture using TSMC's 6 nm process, with a die size of 157 mm² housing 7,200 million transistors. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2000 MHz and a boost clock of 2050 MHz, with memory clocked at 1937 MHz (15.5 Gbps effective). It features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus, delivering 186.0 GB/s of bandwidth — a modest figure that reflects the entry-level positioning of this card. The memory subsystem is sufficient for 1080p gaming with moderate texture loads, but the narrow bus width becomes a limiting factor at higher resolutions or with demanding assets.

The compute configuration includes 1024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. The pixel rate is 65.60 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 131.2 GTexel/s, while FP32 performance reaches 4.198 TFLOPS. These figures place the A380 in the lower tier of discrete GPUs, roughly comparable to older mobile workstation parts. The card includes 8 ray tracing cores, supporting hardware-accelerated ray tracing in compatible titles, though the overall compute throughput suggests ray tracing workloads will be challenging at playable frame rates. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring modern API compatibility.

Benchmark results confirm the entry-level positioning. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 808, while Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores are 38224 and 36736 respectively. Passmark G3D score is 6252, with DirectX 11 and DirectX 12 scores of 38 and 35 respectively — these low DirectX scores indicate the GPU is not designed for high-end gaming workloads. The Passmark G2D score of 610 reflects competent 2D acceleration for desktop use. The GPU's percentile ranking is 44th among all GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 8558 places it within 1.4% of the AMD Radeon 880M and 1.2% of the NVIDIA GeForce MX330, indicating performance in the range of integrated graphics solutions from recent generations.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This system is not suited for high-refresh gaming. The Arc A380's benchmark scores — particularly the low DirectX 11 and 12 Passmark scores of 38 and 35 — indicate that even 1080p gaming at high settings will struggle to maintain 60 FPS in modern titles. Users seeking 144 Hz or higher refresh rates would need a significantly more powerful GPU.

Streaming: The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads provide ample headroom for software encoding while gaming, as Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 demonstrates substantial processing capacity. However, the GPU's modest 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 performance means the gaming side of a streaming setup would be limited to less demanding titles at lower settings, making this a marginal streaming platform.

Video editing: The i7-12700E excels here, with Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 and Geekbench multi-core score of 10676 providing strong rendering performance for video exports. The Arc A380's 6 GB VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth can handle 1080p editing timelines, but the GPU's compute performance (FP32 of 4.198 TFLOPS) limits GPU-accelerated effects and color grading.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering is a strength, with Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2406 and R20 multi-core score of 10029 showing consistent multi-threaded capability. The GPU's 1024 shading units and 8 RT cores provide some acceleration for compatible renderers, but the 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 throughput places it far below what professional 3D workflows require.

Software development: The 12-core, 20-thread configuration with 25 MB of shared L3 cache is well-suited for compilation tasks, where Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 indicates strong parallel processing. The GPU is adequate for basic UI rendering and 2D acceleration, with a Passmark G2D score of 610, making this a productive development workstation.

Student and office work: This system is overqualified for typical productivity. The CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3371) handles office applications smoothly, while the GPU's 6 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for document processing, web browsing, and spreadsheets. The 65 W CPU TDP and 75 W GPU TDP keep power demands modest for a desktop environment.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-12700E is a 12th Gen desktop processor from the Alder Lake family, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It features 12 cores and 20 threads, combining performance and efficiency cores in a hybrid architecture. The base clock is 2.10 GHz with a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, providing a wide frequency range that balances power efficiency with peak performance. The TDP is 65 W, which is modest for a 12-core part and indicates good thermal characteristics for a desktop workstation.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 25 MB of shared L3 cache. This cache configuration supports the hybrid architecture by providing fast access to frequently used data across all cores. The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering flexibility in platform choices. PCIe Gen 5 support with 20 lanes (CPU only) provides modern connectivity for storage and expansion. Integrated UHD Graphics 770 is included, which can serve as a fallback display output if the discrete GPU is removed or fails.

Benchmark performance places this CPU at the 62nd percentile among all tracked processors. The average benchmark score is 6776, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (6760, 0.2% faster) and the Intel Xeon Gold 6154 (6803, 0.4% slower). It also closely matches the Intel Xeon D-2775TE (6711, 1% faster) and Intel Xeon Gold 5317 (6710, 1% faster). This positioning indicates the i7-12700E delivers performance comparable to older workstation-class processors, making it a strong choice for multi-threaded productivity despite being a mainstream desktop part.

Cinebench results show consistent scaling across versions: R15 multi-core score of 2406, R20 multi-core score of 10029, and R23 multi-core score of 23879. Single-core scores are 339, 1415, and 3371 respectively, demonstrating strong per-thread performance that benefits lightly-threaded applications. Geekbench multi-core score of 10676 and single-core score of 2094 corroborate the Cinebench findings, showing balanced performance across different benchmark methodologies.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data reveals a significant imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The i7-12700E ranks at the 62nd percentile among CPUs, while the Arc A380 ranks at the 44th percentile among GPUs. This 18-percentage-point gap indicates the CPU is substantially more capable than the GPU in their respective domains. In CPU-bound workloads such as compilation, rendering, or data processing, the system performs at the level of a high-end workstation CPU. In GPU-bound workloads like gaming or GPU-accelerated compute, the system is limited by the graphics card's modest capabilities.

The combined percentile of 53 reflects this compromise, sitting nearly halfway between the CPU and GPU percentiles. The benchmark scores tell a similar story: the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 is exceptional, while the GPU's Passmark G3D score of 6252 is modest. For users running multi-threaded productivity tasks, the CPU will rarely be the bottleneck — the GPU's compute performance of 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 will limit any GPU-accelerated workloads. Conversely, in gaming scenarios, the GPU is almost always the limiting factor, with the CPU providing far more processing headroom than games can utilize at this graphics performance level.

The FPS scaling evidence from the benchmark scores suggests that in gaming, frame rates will be determined almost entirely by the GPU. The Arc A380's DirectX 11 and 12 Passmark scores of 38 and 35 are particularly low, indicating that even modern API-optimized games will not extract significant performance from this card. The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads provide enough processing power to feed much more capable GPUs, so upgrading the graphics card in the future would yield substantial gaming performance gains without requiring a CPU change.

Who Should Build It

This system targets users who prioritize CPU performance over graphics capability. Software developers will benefit from the 12-core, 20-thread configuration with 25 MB of L3 cache, which accelerates compilation and testing workflows — the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 demonstrates excellent parallel processing for build servers or developer workstations. Students in engineering or computer science fields will find the CPU performance useful for simulations and coding projects, while the GPU handles everyday desktop tasks with ease.

Small business workstations that run data analysis, accounting software, or database applications will leverage the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance (Geekbench multi-core score of 10676) without needing substantial graphics capability. Content creators working primarily with CPU-based rendering or video encoding will appreciate the processor's capabilities, though they should be aware of the GPU's limitations for GPU-accelerated effects. Gamers at 1080p with low-to-medium settings in less demanding titles will find the system usable, but those targeting higher resolutions or frame rates should consider a more powerful GPU. The 65 W CPU TDP and 75 W GPU TDP make this a power-efficient build suitable for always-on workstations.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all gaming performance figures presented here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores rather than direct measurements. Users should treat these as approximate expectations, not verified results.

Based on the GPU's benchmark performance, gaming capability is limited. The Passmark DirectX 11 score of 38 and DirectX 12 score of 35 are extremely low, suggesting that modern games using these APIs will run at low frame rates even at 1080p with reduced settings. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 reinforces this assessment, indicating the GPU is not designed for contemporary gaming workloads. The 6 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for 1080p textures, but the 96-bit memory bus and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth will constrain performance in memory-intensive scenes.

For less demanding titles — esports games, older titles, or indie games — the system may achieve playable frame rates at 1080p with medium settings. The GPU's 1024 shading units and 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 performance provide enough compute for such workloads. However, for AAA releases or ray-traced games, the 8 RT cores cannot deliver playable performance given the overall low compute throughput. Users should expect frame rates well below 60 FPS in most modern games at any resolution above 720p with high settings.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Socket 1700 platform provides a clear upgrade path within the Alder Lake generation. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, so users can choose their memory platform based on budget and availability. The PCIe Gen 5 support with 20 lanes (CPU only) ensures modern storage devices and expansion cards operate at full bandwidth. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 serves as a reliable fallback if the discrete GPU is removed or fails.

The Arc A380 uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 slots. The GPU's TDP of 75 W is modest, and the suggested PSU of 250 W indicates that a standard desktop power supply will suffice. The 1x 8-pin power connector is a standard configuration. The GPU is dual-slot, measuring 222 mm in length, 114 mm in height, and 42 mm in width, fitting most mid-tower cases.

A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU has substantial headroom. The 12-core processor's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 indicates it can support significantly faster graphics cards without becoming a bottleneck. Users could replace the A380 with a higher-tier GPU while keeping the CPU and platform intact, gaining substantial gaming performance improvements. The 250 W suggested PSU would need to be upgraded if installing a more power-hungry GPU, however. The CPU itself is locked (multiplier unlocked: false), so overclocking is not an option, but the boost clock of 4.80 GHz provides solid out-of-the-box performance.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 53, placing this system in the middle of all tracked desktop builds.

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

A: The i7-12700E has an average benchmark score of 6776, which is 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (6760), 0.4% slower than the Intel Xeon Gold 6154 (6803), and 1% faster than both the Intel Xeon D-2775TE (6711) and Intel Xeon Gold 5317 (6710).

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

A: The Arc A380 has an average benchmark score of 8558, which is 0.4% slower than the AMD FirePro W5170M (8595), 1.1% faster than the AMD Radeon HD 8870M (8462), 1.2% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (8458), and 1.4% faster than the AMD Radeon 880M (8436).

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The i7-12700E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing flexibility in platform selection.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the Arc A380 includes 8 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing in compatible titles.

Q: What is the power consumption of each component?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 75 W. The suggested PSU for the system is 250 W.

Q: Is measured gaming FPS data available for this combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all gaming performance figures are estimates based on benchmark scores.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU delivers strong multi-threaded performance with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 and a single-core score of 3371. Cinebench R20 results are 10029 multi-core and 1415 single-core, while R15 shows 2406 multi-core and 339 single-core. Geekbench scores are 10676 multi-core and 2094 single-core. The average benchmark score is 6776, placing the CPU at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs.

The GPU's benchmark results are more modest. 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 808, Geekbench OpenCL is 38224, and Geekbench Vulkan is 36736. Passmark scores include G3D at 6252, GPU Compute at 2762, G2D at 610, and DirectX scores of 37 (DX10), 38 (DX11), 35 (DX12), and 73 (DX9). The average benchmark score is 8558, placing the GPU at the 44th percentile among all GPUs.

The combined picture shows a system with substantial CPU capability and modest GPU performance. The CPU's 62nd percentile ranking indicates it outperforms the majority of tracked processors, while the GPU's 44th percentile ranking places it slightly below the median. The combined percentile of 53 reflects the GPU's drag on the overall system performance, despite the CPU's strength. For productivity workloads that rely on CPU performance, this system delivers near-workstation-class results. For graphics-intensive tasks, the GPU limits the experience to entry-level levels.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core i7-12700E — a 12-core, 20-thread Alder Lake processor — with the Intel Arc A380, an entry-level discrete GPU from the Alchemist generation. The CPU operates at 2.10 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost clocks, with a 65 W TDP, and includes integrated UHD Graphics 770. The GPU features 6 GB GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus with 186.0 GB/s bandwidth, 1024 shading units, and 8 ray tracing cores, with a 75 W TDP.

The system occupies the 53rd combined percentile among all tracked builds, reflecting a middle-tier overall position. The CPU is a high-performing part at the 62nd CPU percentile, while the GPU is a modest performer at the 44th GPU percentile. This asymmetry defines the system's character: it is a productivity-first machine with adequate graphics capability for basic tasks and light gaming. The Arc A380 is end-of-life, with Battlemage as its successor, so users should consider future GPU upgrades when graphics demands increase. The Intel Socket 1700 platform provides a stable foundation with modern connectivity, and the CPU's performance headroom ensures the system remains viable for CPU-intensive workloads well into the future.