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Top 5% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
91%
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GPU
99%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-12700K

35,287 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

131,938 Benchmark Score
Top 1% Market Ranking
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How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

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

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready
70-89

High-End

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

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

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

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

# Intel Core i7-12700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti — Desktop Build Analysis

This build pairs Intel's 12th-generation Core i7-12700K processor with NVIDIA's flagship GeForce RTX 3090 Ti graphics card, creating a desktop platform that sits in the 90th percentile of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database. The CPU, built on the Alder Lake-S architecture with a 10 nm process, delivers strong multi-threaded performance, while the GPU, based on the Ampere architecture with an 8 nm process, was the top-tier consumer offering of its generation. The data shows a high-end pairing with complementary strengths: the processor excels in latency-sensitive single-thread work, and the graphics card dominates raw throughput-bound tasks.

Important note: No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK. All frame-rate figures discussed below are estimates derived from synthetic benchmark scores and should be treated as projections, not observed results.

Gaming Performance

Since the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU pairing, gaming performance must be inferred from the individual benchmark scores. The RTX 3090 Ti achieves an average benchmark score of 131,938, placing it in the 95th percentile of all GPUs, which indicates exceptional rasterization and compute headroom. The Core i7-12700K, with a single-thread score of 1,043 in 3DMark and 1,850.5 in Cinebench R23, provides the per-core throughput needed to feed a high-end graphics card without becoming a bottleneck in most scenarios.

At 1080p resolution, where CPU load is proportionally higher, the i7-12700K's 3DMark single-thread score of 1,043 and 8-thread score of 7,202 suggest the processor can sustain high frame rates in esports and competitive titles. The 5.00 GHz boost clock on performance cores helps maintain responsiveness. Frame rates in this resolution are likely to be extremely high, potentially exceeding what most high-refresh monitors can display, though exact figures cannot be stated without measured data.

At 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU. The RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for demanding titles with high-resolution textures. The GPU's 40.00 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power suggests strong performance in modern DirectX 12 Ultimate titles, which can leverage the 84 RT cores for ray tracing and the 336 tensor cores for DLSS upscaling. Estimated frame rates here would likely remain well above the 60 FPS threshold for most AAA games, even with ray tracing enabled.

At 4K, the RTX 3090 Ti becomes the dominant factor. The GPU's 95th percentile standing among all GPUs indicates it is one of the strongest cards in the database, and its 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth is particularly suited to 4K texture workloads. The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads ensure that background tasks and game logic do not interfere with frame pacing. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,741 suggests the GPU handles modern API workloads efficiently. Estimated 4K performance would be playable in most titles, with ray tracing likely requiring DLSS to maintain high refresh rates.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The combination of the i7-12700K's 3DMark 2-thread score of 2,065 and 4-thread score of 4,011 indicates strong low-thread-count performance, which is critical for high-refresh-rate gaming at lower resolutions. The RTX 3090 Ti's 95th percentile GPU score ensures the graphics pipeline is rarely the limiting factor.

Streaming: The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads provide dedicated resources for encoding while gaming. The Passmark multithread score of 34,404 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19,784 indicate the processor can handle simultaneous game and encode workloads without severe degradation. The GPU's 336 tensor cores also support NVENC-like acceleration workloads, though the data does not specify encoder performance.

Video editing: The i7-12700K's Passmark floating-point math score of 88,035 and integer math score of 114,264 suggest strong computational throughput for video processing tasks. The RTX 3090 Ti's 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 24 GB VRAM are well-suited for timeline rendering and effects processing. The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 174,441 further confirms robust compute acceleration.

3D rendering: This workload heavily favors the GPU. The RTX 3090 Ti's 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 336 tensor cores provide massive parallel compute capability. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19,784 ensures scene preparation and geometry processing keep pace with GPU rendering. The 84 RT cores also accelerate ray-traced rendering workloads.

Software development: The CPU's Passmark data compression score of 446,595 and random string sorting score of 45,805 indicate strong performance in compilation and data processing tasks. The 20 threads handle parallel builds efficiently, while the 3DMark single-thread score of 1,043 ensures responsive IDE interactions. The 25 MB shared L3 cache reduces memory latency in large codebases.

Student and office work: This pairing is significantly over-provisioned for these tasks. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score of 4,013 and Geekbench single-core score of 2,308 handle document processing and web browsing with ease. The GPU's capabilities are largely unused in this scenario, but the system's 90th combined percentile ensures no performance limitations for any productivity software.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a well-balanced pairing with workload-dependent bottleneck shifts. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as 1080p gaming or single-threaded applications, the i7-12700K's 84th percentile standing among all CPUs becomes the limiting factor. The processor's 3DMark 2-thread score of 2,065 and 4-thread score of 4,011 show strong but not class-leading low-thread performance, meaning highly optimized games could exceed the CPU's frame generation capability.

In GPU-bound scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions or with ray tracing enabled, the RTX 3090 Ti's 95th percentile position dominates. The GPU's 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth and 208.3 GPixel/s pixel rate are the key throughput metrics. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,741 suggests the GPU handles modern graphics APIs efficiently, but the CPU's multi-threaded scores indicate it can keep up with the GPU's demands in most cases.

The deltaPct values in the nearest rivals provide context for the CPU's position. The i7-12700K's average benchmark score of 35,287 is only 0.1% behind the Intel Core i5-13600T, 0.2% behind the Core i7-12700KF, and 0.3% behind the Core i7-13700T. This tight clustering indicates the CPU is not the differentiator in this build; the GPU's performance envelope is substantially wider.

For the GPU, the RTX 3090 Ti's average score of 131,938 is 0.7% ahead of the NVIDIA L4, 2.4% behind both the RTX 4000 Ada Generation and the A10M, and 2.6% behind the AMD Radeon PRO W6800. This shows the GPU is competitive with professional workstation cards, though it trails the leading edge of the database.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets enthusiasts and professionals who need maximum GPU throughput without compromising CPU responsiveness. Gamers playing at 1440p or 4K resolution with high refresh rate monitors are the primary audience, as the RTX 3090 Ti's 95th percentile GPU score ensures the graphics pipeline can drive demanding titles. The CPU's 84th percentile standing means it will not hold back the GPU in most gaming scenarios.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the combination of the CPU's 20 threads and the GPU's 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 compute. The 24 GB VRAM on the GPU provides headroom for large scenes and high-resolution textures, while the CPU's Passmark data compression score of 446,595 accelerates file handling.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads, with the Passmark integer math score of 114,264 indicating strong parallel processing. The GPU is not a major factor in this workload, but its presence does not detract from CPU performance.

Students and small business users are over-served by this configuration. The system's 90th combined percentile far exceeds the requirements of document editing, spreadsheet analysis, and web browsing. However, the CPU's 125 W TDP and the GPU's 450 W TDP indicate a power-hungry platform that is not optimized for energy efficiency in light workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a desktop processor from the Core 12th Gen series, built on the Alder Lake-S architecture using Intel's 10 nm process. It features 12 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it includes integrated UHD Graphics 770.

The benchmark scores reveal a processor with strong multi-threaded capability. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19,784 and Geekbench multi-core score of 15,790 indicate solid performance in heavily threaded workloads. The 3DMark max-threads score of 9,979 and 16-thread score of 9,276 show scaling across the 20 available threads, though the diminishing returns from 16 to 20 threads suggest the efficiency cores contribute less than the performance cores.

Single-thread performance is also competitive, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,850.5 and Geekbench single-core score of 2,308. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1,043 and 2-thread score of 2,065 indicate the processor maintains high clock speeds under light loads, which benefits latency-sensitive applications.

The 25 MB shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample on-die storage for frequently accessed data. The Passmark data encryption score of 23,408 and extended instructions score of 28,885 show robust support for modern instruction sets. The processor's 125 W TDP and unlocked multiplier make it suitable for overclocking, though the data does not include overclocked benchmark results.

The CPU's 84th percentile standing among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35,287, places it in the upper tier of processors. Its nearest rivals are within 0.4% in average score, indicating tight competition at this performance level. The processor's production status is listed as Active, and it was released on November 3, 2021, with a launch MSRP of $409.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for this pairing is 90, meaning it outperforms 90% of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 3090 Ti have?

A: The GPU features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 384-bit bus width and 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth.

Q: Does the Core i7-12700K support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock speed?

A: The boost clock is 5.00 GHz, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz.

Q: How does the RTX 3090 Ti compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 131,938 is 0.7% ahead of the NVIDIA L4, 2.4% behind both the RTX 4000 Ada Generation and A10M, and 2.6% behind the AMD Radeon PRO W6800.

Q: What is the power consumption of the GPU?

A: The RTX 3090 Ti has a TDP of 450 W, with a suggested PSU rating of 850 W and a single 16-pin power connector.

Q: What architecture does the CPU use?

A: The processor uses the Alder Lake architecture, specifically Alder Lake-S, built on a 10 nm process.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 35,287, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its strongest results include a Passmark multithread score of 34,404, a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19,784, and a Geekbench multi-core score of 15,790. Single-thread performance is highlighted by a Passmark single-thread score of 4,013 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,850.5. The 3DMark scores span from 1,043 in single-thread to 9,979 at max threads, showing consistent scaling.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 131,938, placing it in the 95th percentile of all GPUs. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 5,741, indicating strong DirectX 12 performance. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 174,441 and Vulkan score of 215,633 show robust compute capability across different APIs.

The combined picture is a system that excels in both CPU and GPU-bound workloads. The CPU's 84th percentile and GPU's 95th percentile create a combined 90th percentile ranking, indicating the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. The deltaPct values show the CPU is competitive with its nearest rivals, while the GPU has a wider performance gap to the top-tier cards in the database.

For the CPU, the nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-13600T with an average score of 35,305, a mere 0.1% difference. The Core i7-12700KF scores 35,365 (0.2% higher), and the Core i7-13700T scores 35,403 (0.3% higher). The Intel Core 5 213PE scores 35,428 (0.4% higher). This clustering indicates the i7-12700K is positioned at the edge of its performance tier.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA L4 scores 131,072 (0.7% lower), the RTX 4000 Ada Generation scores 135,218 (2.4% higher), the A10M scores 135,230 (2.4% higher), and the AMD Radeon PRO W6800 scores 135,396 (2.6% higher). The RTX 3090 Ti sits at the boundary between consumer and professional GPU performance.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-12700K with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. The CPU, released in November 2021, is an active product with a 125 W TDP and an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. The GPU, released in January 2022, is listed as end-of-life and succeeds the GeForce 20 series, with the GeForce 40 series as its successor.

The overall tier of this build is high-end, as indicated by the 90th combined percentile. The CPU's 84th percentile and GPU's 95th percentile both place in the upper quartile of their respective categories. This is a system designed for maximum performance in GPU-intensive workloads, with sufficient CPU capability to avoid bottlenecks in most scenarios.

The pair's balance is notable: the CPU is not the absolute fastest available, but it is close enough to its rivals that the GPU becomes the primary performance driver. The GPU, while not the top card in the database, is within 2.6% of its nearest competitors, making it a strong choice for high-resolution gaming and compute tasks. The system's class as a desktop build implies it is intended for stationary use with adequate cooling and power delivery.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture using Samsung's 8 nm process, with 28,300 million transistors on a 628 mm² die. The GPU features 10,752 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. It includes 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores, providing dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads.

The memory subsystem is substantial: 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed. The GPU's base clock is 1560 MHz with a boost clock of 1860 MHz. The pixel rate is 208.3 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 625.0 GTexel/s. FP32 compute performance is rated at 40.00 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 40.00 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

The benchmark scores confirm the GPU's high-end positioning. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,741 indicates strong performance in modern graphics APIs. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 174,441 and Vulkan score of 215,633 show the GPU excels in compute workloads, which is relevant for rendering and scientific applications.

The GPU's 95th percentile standing among all GPUs, with an average score of 131,938, places it in the top 5% of graphics cards. Its nearest rivals include professional workstation cards, indicating the RTX 3090 Ti bridges the gap between consumer and professional performance. The 450 W TDP and triple-slot design require substantial cooling and a robust power supply, rated at 850 W suggested. The card measures 336 mm in length, 140 mm in height, and 61 mm in width, making it a large physical presence in any build.

For rendering workloads, the 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth provide exceptional throughput. The 84 RT cores accelerate ray-traced rendering, while the 336 tensor cores support AI-based denoising and upscaling. The 24 GB VRAM allows for large scenes and high-resolution textures without memory pressure. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern graphics APIs.