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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-12700T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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83 / 100
HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 17% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
77%
VS
GPU
90%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-12700T

5,606 Benchmark Score
Top 23% Market Ranking
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GRAPHICS CARD

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

16,504 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i7-12700T and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 form a desktop pairing that sits at the 60th combined percentile across all tested builds. The CPU is a 12-core, 20-thread Alder Lake processor with a 35 W TDP, while the GPU is a Blackwell-architecture card with 24 GB of GDDR7 memory and a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination; all gaming expectations are derived from the benchmark scores.

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

The RTX 5090 D V2 carries 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 1.34 TB/s. Memory clock is 1750 MHz, which translates to 28 Gbps effective. This capacity and bandwidth are well suited for high-resolution textures and large scene data, and the 1.34 TB/s figure is among the highest in the pack. The card’s base clock is 2,017 MHz with a boost of 2,407 MHz, providing a solid frequency envelope for sustained workloads.

Compute resources are substantial: 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. FP32 throughput is 104.8 TFLOPS, and FP16 is the same at 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1). Pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. These figures indicate strong raw rasterization and compute capability, especially for tasks that leverage FP32 or tensor operations.

In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark, the GPU scores 16,504, placing it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are within a 0.9% score delta: the NVIDIA T400 (16,508, 0% delta), AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (16,415, 0.5%), NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (16,408, 0.6%), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (16,361, 0.9%). The score is effectively tied with the T400 and only 0.5% ahead of the W7500, indicating that the 5090 D V2’s benchmark position is competitive but not dramatically ahead of these specific cards. The 59th percentile suggests it outperforms a majority of tested GPUs, but the close rival deltas imply that its relative standing is tight within that percentile band.

For rendering workloads, the RT cores and tensor cores are designed for ray tracing and AI-accelerated features, and the FP32 throughput supports general compute. The 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth provide headroom for large models and high-resolution rendering, though the benchmark score alone does not isolate ray-tracing performance. The data shows the GPU is a strong performer in synthetic DX12 tests, and its memory subsystem is a key asset for content creation.

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

The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 18,012 and single-core is 2,542. In Cinebench R20, multi-core is 7,565 and single-core is 1,067. Geekbench multi-core is 11,502 and single-core is 2,089. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 5,606, with a percentile of 61 among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 (avg 5,610, –0.1% delta), Intel Atom x7433RE (avg 5,601, +0.1%), Intel Core i9-11900KB (avg 5,587, +0.3%), and Intel Celeron G6900 (avg 5,561, +0.8%). The i7-12700T is effectively a statistical tie with the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700, being 0.1% behind, and slightly ahead of the other three. This places the CPU in the 61st percentile, meaning it outperforms 61% of all tested CPUs.

The GPU’s 3DMark score is 16,504 with a percentile of 59. The combined percentile of this CPU+GPU pairing is 60. When interpreting the combined picture, the CPU and GPU are both in the high-50s percentile range, with the CPU slightly higher at 61. The CPU’s multi-core performance (18,012 Cinebench R23) is strong for productivity tasks, while the GPU’s 3DMark score indicates solid but not top-tier rasterization. The delta between the CPU and GPU percentiles is small, suggesting a balanced pairing where neither component is dramatically stronger than the other relative to their respective pools. However, the CPU’s TDP of 35 W is far below the GPU’s 575 W, so the power envelope is heavily skewed toward the GPU.

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work. One short paragraph per scenario, citing the numbers that support the verdict

High-refresh gaming: The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504 indicates strong DX12 raster performance, but the lack of measured FPS data means we cannot confirm specific frame rates. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,542 and Geekbench single-core of 2,089 suggest adequate per-thread performance for typical game logic, but the 35 W TDP limits sustained boost under heavy load. For high-refresh gaming at common resolutions, the GPU is likely the primary driver, but the CPU’s modest single-core percentile (61) may cap performance in CPU-bound scenarios.

Streaming: The GPU’s 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores are designed for real-time effects, but streaming encoding is not directly benchmarked in the data. The GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth can handle simultaneous game capture and encoding without memory pressure, and the CPU’s 20 threads (12 cores) provide ample headroom for software encoding if needed. The CPU’s multi-core score of 18,012 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can manage a stream while gaming, but the 35 W TDP may limit sustained performance.

Video editing: The GPU’s 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 24 GB VRAM accelerate effects, color grading, and rendering. The CPU’s multi-core performance (18,012 Cinebench R23, 7,565 Cinebench R20) is adequate for timeline scrubbing and encoding. The combined 60th percentile suggests a mid-tier workstation, but the GPU’s large memory pool and high bandwidth are advantageous for 4K and 8K footage.

3D rendering: The GPU’s RT cores (170) and tensor cores (680) are essential for ray-traced rendering. The FP32 throughput of 104.8 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s indicate strong compute and rasterization. The CPU’s 12 cores and 20 threads with a multi-core score of 18,012 provide parallel geometry processing. The 24 GB VRAM prevents out-of-memory issues for large scenes, making this a capable rendering platform.

Software development: The CPU’s 20 threads and Geekbench multi-core score of 11,502 support parallel compilation and build pipelines. The single-core score of 2,089 is moderate, but the CPU’s 61st percentile overall indicates it is above average. The GPU’s compute capabilities are not typically used in development, but the PCIe Gen5 interface and 20 CPU lanes can handle fast I/O.

Student and office work: The CPU’s 35 W TDP is efficient for light loads, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 is available, but the discrete GPU is overkill for office tasks. The CPU’s single-core score of 2,542 (Cinebench R23) and Geekbench single-core of 2,089 are adequate for productivity, but the 61st percentile is not top-tier. The GPU’s 3DMark score is irrelevant for word processing, so this build is not tailored for office workloads.

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

The 60th combined percentile positions this build as a mid-range desktop for users who need a balance of CPU and GPU performance. Gamers at high refresh rates with a strong GPU and a capable CPU will benefit, but the CPU’s 61st percentile suggests it may not be the top pick for CPU-bound titles. Content creators in video editing and 3D rendering can leverage the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 104.8 TFLOPS, while the CPU’s 20 threads handle encoding and scene processing. Software developers who compile code and run multi-threaded builds will find the 12 cores and 20 threads useful, though the CPU’s performance is not extreme. The build is also suited for small business workstations that need a balanced desktop for general productivity, but the GPU’s high power draw (575 W TDP) and suggested 950 W PSU make it more appropriate for enthusiasts or professional workstations than for typical office environments. The CPU’s 35 W TDP is a power-efficient choice for a base, but the GPU dominates the power budget.

FAQ — 5-7 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

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

A: The Intel Core i7-12700T has 12 cores and 20 threads.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory size and type?

A: The GPU has 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700?

A: The i7-12700T’s average benchmark score is 5,606, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 has an average score of 5,610, a delta of –0.1%, meaning the i7 is essentially tied.

Q: What is the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16,504 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark.

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

A: The combined percentile is 60, with the CPU at 61 and the GPU at 59.

Q: What is the GPU’s TDP and suggested PSU?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 575 W and a suggested PSU of 950 W.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported (eccMemory: false).

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)

There are no measured FPS rows for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all gaming performance figures are estimates based on benchmark scores. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504 is a DX12 rasterization benchmark that suggests strong performance in modern titles. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,542 and multi-core of 18,012 indicate it can feed the GPU in most scenarios, but the 35 W TDP may limit sustained all-core boost. Given the GPU’s high memory bandwidth (1.34 TB/s) and 24 GB VRAM, we estimate that at 1440p ultra settings, the build should deliver high frame rates in many games, but the exact FPS cannot be quoted. At 1080p, the CPU might become a limiting factor in CPU-heavy scenes, while at 4K, the GPU is likely the primary driver. These are qualitative expectations; the actual FPS will depend on game and settings.

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

The CPU and GPU percentiles are close (61 vs 59), suggesting a balanced pairing in overall benchmark standing. However, the CPU’s TDP of 35 W is far lower than the GPU’s 575 W, indicating that the CPU is not designed to sustain high clocks for prolonged periods. In CPU-bound workloads such as physics simulation or AI inference that rely on CPU threads, the CPU’s 20 threads and multi-core score of 18,012 will be the limiting factor relative to a higher-percentile CPU. In GPU-bound workloads like rendering, the GPU’s 104.8 TFLOPS and 24 GB VRAM are the primary drivers, and the CPU only needs to feed it. The lack of measured FPS data prevents direct bottleneck analysis, but the 3DMark score and CPU percentile suggest that at high resolutions (4K), the GPU is likely the bottleneck, while at low resolutions (1080p), the CPU might become the bottleneck. The 35 W TDP means the CPU cannot boost as aggressively as a higher-TDP part, which could limit frame times in CPU-heavy titles.

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

This is a desktop build (buildClass: desktop) that pairs a low-power Intel Core i7-12700T (35 W TDP) with a high-power NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 (575 W TDP). The combined percentile is 60, meaning it outperforms 60% of all tested builds. The CPU’s percentile is 61 and the GPU’s is 59, so the overall tier is mid-range. The launch MSRP for the CPU is $339, and for the GPU it is $2,299 (stated once here). The build is a desktop workstation or gaming PC that sits in the 60th percentile, not a top-tier system but above average. The CPU’s low TDP suggests it is not a high-end performance CPU, while the GPU is a flagship-class part, but its benchmark score is not top-tier either. The pairing is therefore a balanced mid-range system.

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

The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only), and the GPU uses PCIe 5.0 x16. The system’s memory support is dual-channel, and the CPU does not support ECC memory. The GPU has a suggested PSU of 950 W, and its TDP is 575 W, leaving headroom for additional components if the PSU is properly rated. A sensible next upgrade would be a CPU with higher single-core or multi-core performance, given the CPU’s 61st percentile is not top-tier. However, the socket is LGA1700, which is compatible with newer 12th Gen parts, but the CPU is already a 12th Gen. Alternatively, upgrading the GPU is possible, but the current GPU is already high-end. The platform supports PCIe 5.0, so a future GPU with PCIe 5.0 would not be limited by bandwidth. The memory support for DDR5 allows for faster RAM, but the CPU’s memory controller supports dual-channel DDR5. No measured data indicates a specific bottleneck, but the CPU’s 35 W TDP suggests a lower-power platform.

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

The Intel Core i7-12700T is a 12-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture (Alder Lake-S) built on Intel’s 10 nm process. The base clock is 1,400 MHz, and the boost clock is 4,700 MHz. It has an L3 cache of 25 MB shared, with 1.25 MB L2 per core and 80 KB L1 per core. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, dual-channel, and has PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes. It includes integrated UHD Graphics 770. The CPU is a desktop part with a TDP of 35 W, which is low for a 12-core part, indicating a power-efficient design. The multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not supported.

Benchmark results show the CPU’s multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 18,012 and single-core of 2,542. In Geekbench, multi-core is 11,502 and single-core is 2,089. These scores place the CPU at the 61st percentile. The nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700, has an average score of 5,610 (0.1% higher), so the i7-12700T is essentially tied with a previous-generation Ryzen part. The CPU’s real-world performance is strong for multi-threaded tasks like video rendering or compilation, given its 20 threads. The low base clock of 1,400 MHz is offset by the 4,700 MHz boost, but the 35 W TDP will limit sustained boost frequencies under heavy load. The CPU’s performance is adequate for a mid-range desktop, but it is not a top-tier part, as its percentile is only 61. For workloads that rely on single-thread speed, the Cinebench single-core of 2,542 is decent but not exceptional. The CPU’s memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 allows flexibility in platform choices, and the LGA1700 socket provides upgrade potential within the 12th Gen family.