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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-12700E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP

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Top 24% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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78%

GPU

74%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-12700E

6,776 Benchmark Score

Top 22% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP

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The Intel Core i7-12700E paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP represents a balanced mid-range desktop configuration, placing in the 56th percentile overall. This analysis is based entirely on synthetic benchmark data, as there are no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU-GPU combination in the FACT PACK. Consequently, all gaming performance figures discussed below are estimates derived from the components' respective CPU and GPU benchmark scores, not from direct frame-rate testing.

Gaming Performance

Since the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this specific combination, the following gaming performance analysis is estimated from the CPU and GPU's synthetic benchmark scores. The data indicates this pairing would be well-suited for 1080p gaming, with the potential to handle 1440p in less demanding titles, though 4K gaming would likely strain the GPU's 6 GB memory capacity.

The RTX 3060 3840SP's 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it squarely in the mid-range segment. Its 336.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 6 GB GDDR6 frame buffer suggest it can comfortably handle modern titles at 1080p with high settings. The GPU's 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute capability provides sufficient raw horsepower for rasterized gaming, while the 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS in supported games.

At 1080p, the combination of the i7-12700E's strong single-core performance (339 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 1415 in R20, 3371 in R23) and the RTX 3060's balanced compute would likely deliver high refresh rate experiences in most competitive titles. The CPU's 4.80 GHz boost clock ensures minimal bottlenecking at this resolution, where frame rates are often GPU-limited.

Moving to 1440p, the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The RTX 3060's 192-bit memory bus and 6 GB VRAM capacity may limit texture quality and resolution scaling in memory-intensive titles. While the GPU's 222.2 GTexel/s texture rate and 88.90 GPixel/s pixel rate provide adequate fill rates, the 6 GB frame buffer could prove restrictive for modern AAA games at this resolution with ultra settings.

For 4K gaming, this configuration would likely struggle. The GPU's memory bandwidth and capacity are insufficient for sustained 4K ultra settings in demanding titles. The CPU's 62nd percentile ranking would not be the limiting factor at this resolution; instead, the GPU's mid-range positioning would cap performance.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark scores paint a picture of a capable mid-range processor. In Cinebench R23, the i7-12700E achieves a multi-core score of 23879 and a single-core score of 3371. Its Geekbench results show 10676 multi-core and 2094 single-core. The average benchmark score of 6776 places it in the 62nd percentile among all CPUs, with nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (deltaPct 0.2), Intel Xeon Gold 6154 (deltaPct -0.4), Intel Xeon D-2775TE (deltaPct 1), and Intel Xeon Gold 5317 (deltaPct 1).

The GPU's benchmark data is sparse, with an empty benchmarks array and an average benchmark score of 0. However, its 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs provides context for its performance tier. This percentile placement indicates the RTX 3060 3840SP sits at the median of GPU performance, making it a solid mid-range option.

The combined percentile of 56 for this CPU-GPU pairing suggests balanced overall performance, with the CPU slightly outperforming the GPU on the relative scale. The CPU's 62nd percentile versus the GPU's 50th percentile indicates the processor has more headroom relative to its peers than the graphics card does.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i7-12700E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP combination achieves a 56th overall percentile ranking among all desktop configurations.

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

A: The i7-12700E's average benchmark score of 6776 is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (6760), 0.4% behind the Intel Xeon Gold 6154 (6803), and 1% ahead of both the Intel Xeon D-2775TE and Intel Xeon Gold 5317 (6710 and 6711 respectively).

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The RTX 3060 3840SP features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: Does the CPU support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-12700E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through its dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the CPU's thread count?

A: The i7-12700E has 12 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: What PCIe version does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes available from the processor itself.

Q: What is the GPU's power connector requirement?

A: The RTX 3060 3840SP uses a single 12-pin power connector, and the suggested PSU rating is 450 W.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets desktop users seeking a balanced mid-range system for 1080p gaming and productivity workloads. The CPU's 62nd percentile ranking makes it suitable for users who need strong multi-threaded performance for content creation, while the GPU's 50th percentile placement serves gamers prioritizing 1080p high-refresh-rate experiences.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering at moderate scales would benefit from the CPU's 20 threads and the GPU's 120 tensor cores for AI-accelerated workflows. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 demonstrates capable rendering performance, while the GPU's 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute provides CUDA acceleration for GPU-accelerated effects.

Software developers would find the 12-core, 20-thread CPU well-suited for compiling code and running virtual machines. The dual memory support (DDR4 and DDR5) offers flexibility in platform choice, though the 65 W TDP suggests efficient operation for always-on development workstations.

Students and small business users would benefit from this configuration's balance of compute and graphics capability. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output, while the discrete GPU handles graphics-intensive tasks. The CPU's 65 W TDP keeps power consumption reasonable for dorm rooms or office environments.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-12700E represents the Alder Lake-S architecture on Intel's 10 nm process node, featuring a 215 mm² die size. This 12-core, 20-thread processor operates at a 2.10 GHz base clock and boosts to 4.80 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 25 MB shared L3 cache.

Benchmark results show a processor that excels in both single and multi-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23879 indicates strong parallel processing capability, while the single-core score of 3371 demonstrates excellent per-thread performance. The Geekbench single-core score of 2094 reinforces the CPU's strong single-thread capability, which is crucial for gaming and lightly-threaded applications.

The 62nd percentile ranking places this CPU above average among all processors. Its nearest rivals include high-core-count workstation processors like the Threadripper 2970WX and Xeon Gold 5317, with performance differences of less than 1%. This suggests the i7-12700E competes effectively with much more expensive server-grade silicon in certain workloads.

The processor supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, providing ample bandwidth for modern GPUs and NVMe storage. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, though ECC memory is not supported. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides basic display functionality without a discrete GPU.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP is built on the Ampere architecture using Samsung's 8 nm process, with 12,000 million transistors on a 276 mm² die. The GA106 chip features 3840 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units, along with 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores.

Memory configuration includes 6 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, running at 1750 MHz with 14 Gbps effective data rate, yielding 336.0 GB/s bandwidth. The GPU operates at a 1627 MHz base clock and 1852 MHz boost clock, delivering 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 and FP16 compute. Pixel rate reaches 88.90 GPixel/s, while texture rate hits 222.2 GTexel/s.

The 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs places this card at the median of performance. This positioning suggests it delivers average frame rates relative to the entire GPU market, making it suitable for 1080p gaming at high settings. The 6 GB VRAM capacity may limit texture quality in the most demanding titles, but remains adequate for most current games.

The inclusion of 30 RT cores enables hardware-accelerated ray tracing, while 120 tensor cores support DLSS and other AI-accelerated features. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern game APIs. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4a connections.

Balance and Bottleneck

The 56th combined percentile versus the CPU's 62nd and GPU's 50th percentiles reveals a slight CPU-favored balance. In CPU-intensive workloads such as software compilation or video encoding, the processor will lead performance, while the GPU becomes the limiting factor in graphics-heavy tasks.

At 1080p resolution, the CPU's strong single-core performance would likely prevent bottlenecking in most games, allowing the GPU to operate near its full potential. The CPU's 4.80 GHz boost clock and 3371 Cinebench R23 single-core score indicate sufficient headroom for high frame rate gaming.

At higher resolutions like 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck. The RTX 3060's 50th percentile ranking and 6 GB VRAM capacity would limit frame rates more significantly, while the CPU's performance headroom remains largely unused. This imbalance becomes more pronounced as resolution increases.

In mixed workloads combining CPU and GPU tasks, such as streaming while gaming, the balance appears adequate. The CPU's 20 threads provide capacity for encoding alongside gaming, while the GPU's tensor cores can assist with AI-driven features. However, the GPU's mid-range positioning may require reduced streaming quality or game settings to maintain smooth performance.

Build Overview

This desktop configuration pairs the Intel Core i7-12700E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP, creating a mid-range system targeted at mainstream users. The combined 56th percentile ranking indicates above-average performance relative to all desktop builds, with the CPU contributing more to this standing than the GPU.

The CPU's launch MSRP was $344, positioning it in the upper-mid-range processor segment. The GPU, now end-of-life, succeeded the GeForce 20 series and was succeeded by the GeForce 40 series. This pairing represents a sensible mid-generation combination where the CPU offers more relative headroom than the GPU.

The Intel Socket 1700 platform provides a modern foundation with PCIe Gen 5 support, while the GPU utilizes PCIe 4.0 x16. This configuration sits in the desktop class, distinguishing it from mobile or workstation builds. The overall tier falls in the mid-range spectrum, with the CPU ranking in the 62nd percentile and GPU in the 50th percentile.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: At 1080p, this system would likely deliver high frame rates in competitive titles, leveraging the CPU's 3371 single-core Cinebench R23 score and the GPU's 222.2 GTexel/s texture rate. The 6 GB VRAM may require reduced texture settings in the most demanding modern games.

Streaming: The 12-core, 20-thread CPU provides ample parallel processing for encoding video while gaming, though the GPU's 50th percentile ranking may require adjusting game settings to maintain stream quality and frame rate simultaneously.

Video Editing: The CPU's 23879 multi-core Cinebench R23 score and the GPU's 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute enable reasonably fast timeline rendering and effect processing. The 6 GB VRAM may limit the use of GPU-accelerated effects on longer or higher-resolution projects.

3D Rendering: CPU-based rendering would benefit from the 20 threads and 25 MB L3 cache, while GPU rendering with CUDA acceleration would utilize the 3840 shading units and 120 tensor cores. The 6 GB VRAM restricts scene complexity for GPU rendering.

Software Development: The 12-core CPU with 20 threads provides efficient compilation times, while dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support allows flexible platform configuration. The 65 W TDP keeps power draw manageable for extended build sessions.

Student and Office Work: The integrated UHD Graphics 770 offers a backup display solution, while the discrete GPU accelerates graphics-intensive tasks. The 65 W CPU TDP and 185 W GPU TDP keep overall power consumption within typical desktop limits, though the suggested 450 W PSU provides sufficient headroom.

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