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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-12700E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

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87 Score

Top 13% Ranking

87 / 100

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Top 13% 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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CPU

78%

GPU

97%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-12700E

6,776 Benchmark Score

Top 22% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

56,083 Benchmark Score

Top 3% Market Ranking

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30-60

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60-85

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85-100

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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready

70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i7-12700E pairs with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 in a desktop configuration that ranks at the 75th percentile among all CPU+GPU pairings in the database. The CPU holds a 62nd percentile position among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at an 87th percentile among all GPUs, indicating a pairing where the graphics card is the stronger component in aggregate benchmark terms. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, so all frame-rate figures presented in the gaming section are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of each component, not direct measurements.

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, fabricated by TSMC on a 5 nm process node. The chip, designated GB203, contains 45,600 million transistors across a 378 mm² die, yielding a transistor density of 120.6M per mm². The GPU operates with a base clock of 2295 MHz and a boost clock of 2617 MHz, with memory clocked at 1875 MHz, translating to 30 Gbps effective data rate. This configuration delivers a memory bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s across a 256-bit bus, paired with 16 GB of GDDR7 memory — a substantial capacity for high-resolution texture workloads and large scene buffers.

The shader array comprises 10,752 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output pipelines. For ray tracing, the RTX 5080 includes 84 RT cores, while 336 tensor cores handle AI-accelerated workloads such as DLSS and other neural network operations. The pixel rate reaches 293.1 GPixel/s, and the texture rate hits 879.3 GTexel/s. Compute throughput is rated at 56.28 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (at 1:1 ratio), making the card equally capable of single-precision and half-precision compute tasks. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, covering the full modern graphics API spectrum.

Benchmark results for the RTX 5080 show a Passmark G3D score of 36,565 and a Passmark GPU Compute score of 21,789. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 235,901 and Vulkan score of 255,450 indicate strong compute performance across different API abstraction layers. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the card achieves 8,637 points. The 87th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it firmly in the upper tier of graphics hardware. Its nearest rivals in average score are the AMD Radeon 8060S (0.6% ahead), AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (0.7% ahead), AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (2.3% ahead), and AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE (2.2% behind). These deltas are small, suggesting the RTX 5080 sits in a competitive performance band where minor architectural differences determine ranking.

For rendering workloads, the combination of 16 GB GDDR7 memory and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth means large textures and complex scenes can be held in VRAM without spillover to system memory. The RT cores and tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for ray-traced lighting and neural denoising, respectively. The FP32 and FP16 throughput figures indicate balanced compute for both traditional rasterization pipelines and newer AI-assisted rendering techniques. The dual-slot design with a 304 mm length and 1x 16-pin power connector suggests a substantial cooling solution, and the 360 W TDP reflects the performance envelope of this silicon.

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

The CPU delivers an average benchmark score of 6,776 across all tested workloads, positioning it at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. In Cinebench R15, the multi-core score is 2,406 and the single-core score is 339. Moving to Cinebench R20, the multi-core result improves to 10,029 while single-core reaches 1,415. The Cinebench R23 run shows a multi-core score of 23,879 and a single-core score of 3,371. Geekbench results are 10,676 for multi-core and 2,094 for single-core. The nearest CPU rivals include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (0.2% higher average), Intel Xeon Gold 6154 (0.4% lower), Intel Xeon D-2775TE (1% higher), and Intel Xeon Gold 5317 (1% higher). These tight margins place the i7-12700E within a narrow performance band among workstation-class processors.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 56,083 places it at the 87th percentile of all GPUs, a notably higher standing than the CPU’s 62nd percentile. The combined percentile for the pairing is 75, reflecting the stronger GPU contribution to overall system capability. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8,637 and Passmark G3D score of 36,565 are the headline graphics metrics. The gap between the CPU’s 62nd percentile and the GPU’s 87th percentile suggests that in many workloads, the graphics card will be the primary performance driver, while the CPU may occasionally limit frame rates in lower-resolution or CPU-bound scenarios.

The combined picture is one of a system where the GPU outperforms the CPU in relative standing. The RTX 5080’s nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, sits 2.2% higher in average score, while the CPU’s closest competitor, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX, is only 0.2% ahead. These small deltas mean the hardware is well-matched to its price and performance class, though the CPU’s lower percentile indicates it is the weaker link in the pairing for compute-heavy tasks. For users prioritizing GPU-accelerated workloads, this imbalance is acceptable; for CPU-bound tasks, the processor may become the constraint.

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All frame-rate expectations presented below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the individual components, not direct measurements from this specific pairing. The GPU’s 87th percentile ranking and the CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking provide the basis for these projections.

At 1080p resolution with ultra settings, the RTX 5080’s high pixel rate of 293.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 879.3 GTexel/s suggest that most modern titles will run at very high frame rates, likely exceeding the refresh rate of standard 144 Hz monitors in less demanding games. The CPU’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3,371 indicates sufficient per-thread performance to feed the GPU in most scenarios, though the 62nd percentile CPU may cause occasional frame dips in games that heavily rely on a single thread. At 1440p, the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth become more relevant, as higher resolutions demand more memory capacity and bandwidth for textures and geometry.

At 4K resolution, the RTX 5080’s 56.28 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 84 RT cores position it for playable frame rates in demanding titles, especially with DLSS enabled — the tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for upscaling. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8,637, which is a 4K-oriented benchmark, suggests the card can handle 4K workloads, though the CPU’s lower percentile may limit minimum frame rates in CPU-bound sections of games. The estimated frame rates at 4K ultra are likely to be in the range of 60 to 100 FPS for most AAA titles, higher for esports titles, though these are estimates, not measured data.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i7-12700E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 together achieve a combined percentile of 75 among all desktop pairings in the database.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in average benchmark score?

A: The i7-12700E has an average benchmark score of 6,776, which is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (6,760) and 1% higher than both the Intel Xeon D-2775TE and Intel Xeon Gold 5317 (both at 6,710).

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth and capacity?

A: The RTX 5080 features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 960.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: What are the CPU’s Cinebench R23 scores?

A: The i7-12700E scores 23,879 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,371 in single-core.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking and its nearest rival in that metric?

A: The RTX 5080 ranks at the 87th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, which has an average score 2.2% higher.

Q: Does this pairing have measured FPS data for games?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all gaming frame rates are estimates from benchmark scores.

Q: What is the TDP of each component?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 360 W, with a suggested PSU of 750 W for the system.

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

The Intel Core i7-12700E is a 12th-generation Alder Lake-S desktop processor built on Intel’s 10 nm process node. It features 12 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The architecture is Alder Lake, with a die size of 215 mm², and it supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 25 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU has 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only), integrates UHD Graphics 770, and has a TDP of 65 W. The launch MSRP is $344.

In real workloads, the CPU’s multi-core performance is demonstrated by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,879 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 10,676. These figures indicate strong parallel processing capability for tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation. The single-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 3,371 and Geekbench single-core of 2,094, suggests responsive performance for lightly threaded applications such as office software and web browsing. The 62nd percentile ranking among all CPUs places it above the median, though below top-tier workstation processors.

The average benchmark score of 6,776 puts it within 0.4% of the Intel Xeon Gold 6154 and 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX, indicating comparable aggregate performance to these older high-core-count parts. The CPU’s 20 threads and 25 MB of L3 cache provide ample resources for multi-tasking and content creation. The lack of an unlocked multiplier means overclocking is not supported, so performance is fixed at stock settings. The 65 W TDP indicates efficient power draw for the performance offered, though the boost clock of 4.80 GHz suggests the CPU can ramp up for burst workloads.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

This system targets users who need strong GPU performance with capable CPU support. The GPU’s 87th percentile ranking makes it suitable for gamers at 1440p and 4K resolutions, where the 16 GB VRAM and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth handle high-resolution textures. The Passmark G3D score of 36,565 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 8,637 indicate the GPU can drive demanding modern titles at high settings. Gamers seeking high-refresh-rate experiences at 1440p will find the GPU’s compute and memory resources sufficient, though the CPU’s 62nd percentile may modestly limit frame rates in CPU-bound titles.

Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, or GPU-accelerated effects will benefit from the RTX 5080’s 56.28 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 84 RT cores. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 235,901 and Vulkan score of 255,450 indicate strong compute capabilities for rendering software that leverages these APIs. Developers and students in fields like machine learning or data science can use the 336 tensor cores for AI workloads, while the CPU’s 20 threads handle compilation and data preprocessing. Small business workstations that require GPU acceleration for CAD or visualization tasks would find the pairing adequate, though the CPU’s lower percentile suggests it is not the primary strength of the system.

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, what a sensible next upgrade looks like

The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The platform provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, allowing for fast NVMe storage or expansion cards. The GPU connects via PCIe 5.0 x16, fully utilizing the available lanes. The CPU’s 65 W TDP and the GPU’s 360 W TDP together suggest a system draw that the 750 W suggested PSU can accommodate with headroom for additional components like drives and fans.

A sensible next upgrade path would focus on the CPU, as the GPU is already at the 87th percentile. Moving to a higher-tier Socket 1700 processor with more cores or higher clocks would address the 62nd percentile CPU bottleneck without changing the platform, keeping the motherboard and memory investment. Alternatively, adding more memory capacity (the platform supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5) could benefit memory-intensive workloads, though the exact capacity is not specified in the data. The GPU’s 1x 16-pin power connector is standard for the 50-series, so no PSU change is needed unless the system is expanded with additional high-power components.

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class from buildClass, and overall tier from the percentiles

This desktop build pairs a 12-core, 20-thread Intel Core i7-12700E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, both currently active production parts. The build class is desktop, confirming it is a stationary system rather than a laptop configuration. The combined percentile of 75 places it in the upper quarter of all CPU+GPU pairings in the database, indicating a high-performance system overall.

The GPU dominates the pairing, with an 87th percentile ranking versus the CPU’s 62nd percentile. This means the system is better suited for GPU-intensive tasks — gaming, rendering, compute — than for CPU-bound workloads. The RTX 5080’s 16 GB GDDR7 memory and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth make it a strong choice for 4K gaming and large-scale compute, while the i7-12700E provides adequate supporting performance without being the star of the show. The average benchmark scores — 6,776 for the CPU and 56,083 for the GPU — reflect a system that is well above the median in both components, with the GPU clearly carrying more weight in the overall performance profile.

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

The balance between the CPU and GPU is skewed toward the GPU. The RTX 5080’s 87th percentile versus the i7-12700E’s 62nd percentile means the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. In GPU-bound workloads — such as 4K gaming, ray tracing, or GPU compute — the RTX 5080 will be the primary driver of performance, and the CPU will likely keep up without major constraints. The GPU’s high pixel rate and texture rate support this, as those metrics define rendering throughput.

In CPU-bound workloads — such as physics simulation, AI inference on CPU, or heavily threaded compilation — the CPU’s 62nd percentile may become the limiting factor. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,879 is respectable but not top-tier, and in scenarios where frame rates are limited by single-thread performance, the single-core score of 3,371 may cause the GPU to wait for data. The estimated FPS scaling at lower resolutions (1080p) would show a larger CPU influence, while at 4K the GPU becomes the bottleneck, as the higher resolution demands more from the graphics card. The combined percentile of 75 reflects this imbalance — the system is strong overall, but the CPU is the weaker link in the pairing.

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 5080’s 87th percentile and high compute throughput (56.28 TFLOPS FP32) support high frame rates at 1440p and 4K. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 8,637 indicates strong DX12 performance, though the CPU’s 62nd percentile may limit frame rates in CPU-bound esports titles at 1080p. Estimated FPS at 1440p ultra for most AAA games would be well above 60, with lighter titles pushing much higher.

Streaming: The GPU’s NVENC (implied by the tensor cores and modern architecture) can handle video encoding alongside rendering, but the CPU’s 20 threads provide enough headroom for streaming software. The CPU’s multi-core score of 10,676 in Cinebench R20 indicates sufficient parallel capacity for encoding and game logic simultaneously, though the 65 W TDP suggests power efficiency.

Video editing: The GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth accelerate effects and timeline rendering, while the CPU’s 20 threads handle export and encoding. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 235,901 shows strong GPU compute for filters and transitions. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,879 supports fast preview rendering.

3D rendering: The RTX 5080’s 84 RT cores and 56.28 TFLOPS FP32 compute make it suitable for ray-traced rendering in applications that use OptiX or similar APIs. The Passmark GPU Compute score of 21,789 indicates robust compute performance, while the CPU’s 20 threads provide adequate scene preparation and simulation.

Software development: The CPU’s multi-core performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core 23,879) speeds up compilation and test execution, while the GPU can accelerate compute tasks like unit testing on GPUs or data processing. The 62nd percentile CPU is adequate for most development workloads, though large builds may benefit from a higher-tier processor.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 3,371) handles office applications and web browsing with ease, while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a backup display output. The GPU is overkill for this scenario, but the system can handle any student workload including CAD or data analysis. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps idle power low, and the 750 W suggested PSU provides ample headroom for expansion.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-12700E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

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Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

FAQ

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, what a sensible next upgrade looks like

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class from buildClass, and overall tier from the percentiles

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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