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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-12800H + AMD Radeon 860M

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91 Score

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91 / 100

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90%

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93%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-12800H

32,121 Benchmark Score

Top 10% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon 860M

26,401 Benchmark Score

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# FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i7-12800H’s overall standing among all CPUs?

A: The processor sits at the 82nd percentile when compared against all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 32121. Its closest rival by average score is the Intel Core i5-14400, which scores 32115, a delta of 0 percent.

Q: How does the AMD Radeon 860M compare to dedicated graphics cards?

A: The integrated GPU holds the 72nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26401. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce MX550, which averages 26421, placing the Radeon 860M just 0.1 percent behind that discrete mobile GPU.

Q: What memory types does the Core i7-12800H support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The memory bus is dual-channel, and ECC memory is not supported.

Q: What is the socket and PCIe configuration for this laptop CPU?

A: The processor uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a mobile socket. It provides 20 CPU-only lanes of PCIe Gen 4 connectivity.

Q: Does the Radeon 860M have dedicated VRAM?

A: No, the Radeon 860M uses system-shared memory. Its memory size, type, bus width, and bandwidth are all listed as "System Shared" or "System Dependent," meaning it draws from the host system's RAM.

Q: What is the power draw of each component?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 45 watts, while the GPU has a TDP of 15 watts. The GPU is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) with no power connectors and no suggested PSU, as it is designed for laptops.

Q: Are the gaming frame rates in this analysis measured or estimated?

A: The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU combination. All FPS figures discussed in this analysis are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of each component.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-12800H and AMD Radeon 860M pairing produces a combined percentile ranking of 77, placing it in the upper quarter of all laptop configurations evaluated. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 32121 places it at the 82nd percentile among all processors, while the GPU’s average score of 26401 places it at the 72nd percentile among all graphics chips.

Looking at the CPU’s raw compute scores, the Core i7-12800H achieves 2222 points in Cinebench R15 multi-core and 265 points in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 8463 multi-core and 1194 single-core. The more demanding Cinebench R23 run yields 15283 multi-core and 1828 single-core. These scores indicate a processor that is roughly 8 times faster in multi-threaded workloads than in single-threaded ones, which is typical for a 14-core / 20-thread mobile part.

The nearest CPU rivals are tightly clustered. The Intel Core i5-14400 averages 32115 (0 percent delta), the Intel Core i7-13705H averages 32076 (0.1 percent ahead of the i7-12800H), the Intel Core i5-14450HX averages 32040 (0.3 percent ahead), and the Intel Core i9-11900 averages 32226 (0.3 percent behind). This means the i7-12800H is effectively performance-par with a desktop Core i5-14400, a newer mobile Core i7-13705H, and an older desktop Core i9-11900. The deltas are all within 0.3 percent, which is negligible in real-world terms.

On the GPU side, the Radeon 860M scores 22759 in Geekbench OpenCL and 30043 in Geekbench Vulkan. Its rivals are similarly close: the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 scores 26421 (0.1 percent ahead), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 scores 26331 (0.3 percent behind), the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary scores 26553 (0.6 percent ahead), and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 scores 26683 (1.1 percent ahead). The 860M is therefore bracketed by a low-end discrete mobile GPU (MX550) and a modern desktop mid-range card (RTX 5060), with all deltas under 1.2 percent.

The combined picture is a laptop that is CPU-dominant. The processor’s 82nd percentile ranking is ten points higher than the GPU’s 72nd percentile. This suggests the CPU can feed more graphics power than this iGPU can utilize, which is a key consideration for gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-12800H is built on the Alder Lake-H architecture and uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket. This is a soldered mobile socket, meaning the CPU is not upgradeable in a traditional sense; it is permanently attached to the laptop motherboard. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, which allows for a range of memory speeds depending on the laptop manufacturer’s design.

PCIe connectivity is provided by 20 CPU-only lanes of Gen 4. This is sufficient for a dedicated GPU in a gaming laptop, though the Radeon 860M is an integrated solution that uses PCIe 4.0 x8. The GPU’s bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x8, which is half the width of the CPU’s total lane allocation, but more than adequate for an IGP.

The CPU’s TDP is 45 watts, which is standard for a high-performance mobile processor. The GPU’s TDP is 15 watts, and since it shares the system’s power delivery and cooling, there is no separate PSU headroom consideration. The GPU has no power connectors and no suggested PSU, as it draws power through the motherboard.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be to maximize the system memory. Since the GPU relies on system-shared memory, increasing RAM capacity and bandwidth directly benefits graphics performance. Dual-channel DDR5 at higher speeds would improve both CPU and GPU throughput, as the iGPU’s memory bandwidth is "System Dependent." There is no discrete GPU upgrade path on the CPU socket itself, but a laptop with this CPU could theoretically be paired with a more powerful discrete GPU if the OEM offers such a configuration, though the FACT PACK does not specify any such variants.

# Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who need strong multi-threaded CPU performance but are willing to rely on integrated graphics for their visual workloads. The CPU’s 82nd percentile ranking and 14 cores / 20 threads make it well-suited for content creators who render video or 3D scenes, compile code, or run virtual machines. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15283 indicates it can handle sustained all-core workloads without falling behind desktop mid-range processors.

Gamers at 1080p with low-to-medium settings would find this acceptable, given the GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking and its near-parity with the NVIDIA GeForce MX550. Esports titles and older games will run smoothly, but modern AAA games at high settings will strain the iGPU. The Radeon 860M’s Geekbench Vulkan score of 30043 suggests it can handle DirectX 12 and Vulkan titles, but the 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is modest.

Software developers benefit from the CPU’s Passmark multi-thread score of 24346 and integer math score of 86488, which indicate strong compile and data-processing throughput. Students and office workers who run productivity suites, browse the web, and use spreadsheets will find this more than adequate, as the single-thread Passmark score of 3440 is competitive with desktop parts.

Small business workstations that handle accounting software, database work, and light photo editing would also fit this build, provided the software does not require a discrete GPU. The CPU’s Passmark data compression score of 273247 and encryption score of 16234 show it can handle file archiving and encrypted communications without bottlenecking.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a clear imbalance between CPU and GPU capability. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 32121 is in the 82nd percentile, while the GPU’s 26401 average is in the 72nd percentile. This ten-point gap indicates that in CPU-bound workloads, the system will perform excellently, but in GPU-bound workloads, the iGPU will be the limiting factor.

For gaming, the bottleneck is unequivocally the GPU. The CPU can produce frame data far faster than the Radeon 860M can render it. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1828 is sufficient for high-refresh gaming, but the GPU’s 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 throughput will cap frame rates well below what the CPU could theoretically support. This means lowering resolution or graphical settings will yield diminishing returns once the GPU is maxed out, while CPU-heavy tasks like physics calculations or AI pathfinding will not improve.

For productivity, the CPU is the star. The Passmark multi-thread score of 24346 and floating-point math score of 60961 show that compute-heavy tasks like 3D rendering or scientific simulations will scale well across the 14 cores. The GPU’s role in these tasks is minimal, so the imbalance does not matter for CPU-bound workloads.

The FPS scaling evidence is purely estimated since no measured FPS data exists. However, the percentile delta suggests that in games where the CPU is the primary constraint (e.g., low-resolution competitive shooters), the system will perform closer to the CPU’s 82nd percentile. In games where the GPU is the constraint (e.g., 1440p or 4K AAA titles), performance will align more with the GPU’s 72nd percentile.

# Gaming Performance

There are no measured FPS rows in the FACT PACK for this exact CPU and GPU combination. As such, all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and percentile rankings of each component. The data is not measured, and actual performance may vary based on memory configuration, cooling, and driver optimizations.

Based on the GPU’s Geekbench scores of 22759 (OpenCL) and 30043 (Vulkan), the Radeon 860M is capable of running esports titles at 1080p with high frame rates. The 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is comparable to a low-end discrete GPU, suggesting that games like Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, and League of Legends could achieve 60-100 FPS at 1080p with medium-to-high settings, though these are estimates.

For more demanding AAA titles, the 860M will likely require 1080p with low settings to maintain 30-60 FPS. Games that support FSR or other upscaling technologies could see improved performance, but the FACT PACK does not specify FSR support. The GPU’s 8 RT cores provide some ray tracing capability, but the 3.072 TFLOPS throughput means ray-traced workloads will be heavy. The GPU’s DirectX 12 Ultimate support ensures compatibility with modern titles, but performance will be limited.

At 1440p, the estimated frame rates drop significantly. The GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking places it below most dedicated desktop GPUs, and the system-shared memory bandwidth will constrain high-resolution textures. The CPU’s single-thread performance (1828 in Cinebench R23) is not the limiting factor; the GPU is. Users should expect 30-50 FPS at 1440p in lighter titles and below 30 FPS in AAA games at high settings.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-12800H is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process node. It has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, with a die size of 217 mm². The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

The benchmark scores reveal a processor that excels in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1828 places it near desktop mid-range parts, while the multi-core score of 15283 shows it can outperform many desktop CPUs from previous generations. The Passmark integer math score of 86488 and floating-point math score of 60961 indicate strong arithmetic throughput, which benefits scientific computing and financial modeling.

The data compression score of 273247 is particularly high, making this CPU excellent for file archiving, backup software, and database operations. The encryption score of 16234 shows it can handle VPNs and encrypted storage without a significant performance hit. The extended instructions score of 16408 suggests good support for SIMD workloads like video encoding and image processing.

The CPU’s 82nd percentile ranking is justified by its balanced performance profile. It is not a flagship part, but it sits comfortably above the median, and its nearest rivals include the desktop Core i5-14400 and the mobile Core i7-13705H, both of which score within 0.3 percent. This means the i7-12800H is a mature, well-rounded mobile processor that will not bottleneck most productivity tasks.

# Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i7-12800H with the AMD Radeon 860M in a laptop form factor (buildClass: laptop). The combined percentile ranking is 77, placing this configuration in the upper quarter of all laptop builds in the database. The CPU is a high-end mobile part, while the GPU is a mid-range integrated solution, creating a system that is better suited for productivity than for high-end gaming.

The overall tier is defined by the CPU’s dominance. With a 45-watt TDP, the i7-12800H is designed for performance laptops and mobile workstations, not ultra-portables. The GPU’s 15-watt TDP and IGP form factor mean it draws from the same thermal and power budget as the CPU, which can lead to thermal throttling under sustained combined load, though the FACT PACK does not provide thermal data.

As a desktop-class replacement, this build is not intended for heavy gaming or GPU rendering. It is a mobile workstation that can handle CPU-intensive tasks with ease, while the iGPU provides basic graphics capability for everyday use and light gaming. The combined percentile of 77 reflects the strong CPU contribution pulling up the weaker GPU score.

# GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 860M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, manufactured on TSMC’s 4 nm process node. It features 512 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, and 16 raster output units, along with 8 ray tracing cores. The base clock is 600 MHz, and the boost clock is 3000 MHz, producing a peak FP32 throughput of 3.072 TFLOPS.

Memory is system-shared, meaning the GPU uses the host system’s RAM rather than dedicated VRAM. The memory bus width and bandwidth are listed as "System Shared" and "System Dependent," respectively, which means performance will vary significantly based on whether the laptop uses DDR4 or DDR5 memory and whether it runs in dual-channel mode. This is a critical limitation for gaming, as bandwidth-constrained iGPUs often see large performance swings.

The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, which are modest figures for a 4 nm part. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with all modern game engines. Its Geekbench OpenCL score of 22759 and Vulkan score of 30043 indicate that it performs best in Vulkan-optimized titles, which is common for AMD GPUs.

The GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking is respectable for an iGPU, but its nearest rivals include discrete GPUs like the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary. The 0.1 to 1.1 percent deltas show that the 860M is competitive with entry-level discrete graphics, but it is nowhere near mid-range or high-end discrete solutions. The 8 RT cores provide some ray tracing capability, but the 3.072 TFLOPS throughput limits RT performance to lighter effects at lower resolutions.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU’s single-thread score of 1828 in Cinebench R23 is more than adequate for high-refresh esports at 1080p, but the GPU’s 3.072 TFLOPS will cap frame rates. Estimates suggest 100+ FPS in lightweight titles at low settings, but 144Hz monitors will be difficult to drive in most games.

Streaming: The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads handle encoding workloads well, with a Passmark multi-thread score of 24346. Software encoding at 1080p60 is feasible, but the iGPU will struggle to simultaneously render a game while the CPU encodes, so a dedicated streaming encoder would be preferable.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15283 and Passmark extended instructions score of 16408 indicate strong performance for video codecs, though the iGPU’s lack of dedicated encoding hardware beyond system-shared memory will limit hardware acceleration.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering (e.g., Blender Cycles on CPU) will perform well, with the 14 cores providing a 15283 Cinebench R23 multi-core score. GPU-based rendering will be slow, as the 860M’s 3.072 TFLOPS is far below dedicated rendering GPUs.

Software development: The Passmark integer math score of 86488 and data compression score of 273247 make this ideal for compiling large codebases, running tests, and managing version control. The single-thread score of 3440 ensures fast IDE response times.

Student and office work: The CPU’s 82nd percentile ranking and the GPU’s 72nd percentile are overkill for word processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The system will feel responsive, and the iGPU is more than sufficient for 4K video playback and basic photo editing.

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