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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-12800HE + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile

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CPU
77%
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GPU
92%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-12800HE

6,467 Benchmark Score
Top 23% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile

22,729 Benchmark Score
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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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The Intel Core i7-12800HE and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile pairing represents a capable mid-range mobile platform. The CPU, a 14-core Alder Lake-H processor, delivers strong multi-threaded performance, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. The GPU, an Ada Lovelace-based RTX 4060 Mobile, sits in the 67th percentile of all GPUs, offering a solid foundation for 1080p gaming and content creation. The data indicates that this is a balanced laptop configuration where the CPU and GPU complement each other well for a wide range of tasks, though the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus will be a limiting factor at higher resolutions.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-12800HE is a mobile processor built on the Alder Lake-H architecture, using a 10 nm process node. It features a hybrid design with a total of 14 cores and 20 threads, combining performance and efficiency cores to balance workload demands. The CPU has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and can boost up to 4.60 GHz, which is a significant range that allows for both power efficiency during light tasks and high performance under load. This processor is designed for the Intel BGA 1744 socket and has a TDP of 45 W, indicating it is intended for performance-oriented laptops rather than ultra-portables.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. This generous L3 cache is crucial for keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency and improving performance in multi-threaded applications. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering flexibility for system builders. It also provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes from the CPU itself, enabling fast connectivity for GPUs and NVMe storage. The integrated graphics are an Iris Xe 96EU unit, which can handle basic display tasks and light media acceleration.

Benchmark results show a processor that excels in multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 22360 points in the multi-core test and 3156 points in the single-core test. The multi-core score is particularly strong, indicating that the 14-core configuration is effective for rendering, video encoding, and other parallel tasks. The single-core score is also respectable, suggesting good performance in everyday applications and games that rely on fewer threads. In Cinebench R20, the scores are 9391 multi-core and 1325 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 2253 multi-core and 318 single-core.

The average benchmark score for this CPU is 6467, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. This means it outperforms a majority of processors on the market, but it is not at the very top tier. The nearest rivals provide context for its performance. The Intel Xeon D-2796TE has an average score of 6510, which is -0.7% different, meaning the i7-12800HE is essentially on par with that Xeon part. Similarly, the Intel Xeon W-2191B and Intel Core i9-7960X score 6531 and 6533 respectively, both showing a -1% delta, indicating the i7-12800HE is just slightly behind these older high-end desktop parts. On the other hand, the AMD EPYC 7551 scores 6391, which is 1.2% lower, showing the i7-12800HE has a slight edge over that server chip. This positioning suggests the CPU is competitive with older workstation and server processors, making it a strong choice for a mobile workstation.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile is a graphics processor based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. The chip, codenamed AD107, contains 18,900 million transistors on a die size of 159 mm², giving it a high transistor density of 118.9M per mm². This modern architecture brings features like dedicated RT cores and Tensor cores, which are essential for ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads. The GPU has a base clock of 1545 MHz and a boost clock of 1890 MHz, with memory running at 2000 MHz, effectively 16 Gbps.

The memory subsystem consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a total bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. While 8 GB is a standard amount for a mobile GPU in this class, the 128-bit bus width is narrower than some competitors, which can limit performance in memory-intensive scenarios like high-resolution textures or certain compute tasks. The GPU has 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 raster output units. It also includes 24 RT cores and 96 Tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS capabilities. The pixel rate is 90.72 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 181.4 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance rated at 11.61 TFLOPS.

In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU shows strong compute performance. It scores 89420 in Geekbench OpenCL and 89569 in Geekbench Vulkan, indicating solid general-purpose compute capabilities. The Passmark tests show a G3D score of 17469, which is a common metric for overall graphics performance, and a GPU compute score of 6816. The DirectX 12 score is 73, while DirectX 11 is 157 and DirectX 10 is 107, with DirectX 9 at 216. These scores suggest the GPU is well-optimized for modern APIs, with DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 compatibility.

The average benchmark score for this GPU is 22729, placing it in the 67th percentile of all GPUs. This is a strong position, indicating it outperforms a majority of graphics cards. The nearest rivals show its competitive standing. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, a previous-generation desktop card, has an average score of 22895, which is -0.7% different, meaning the RTX 4060 Mobile is nearly identical in performance to that desktop GPU. The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT scores 22549, a 0.8% delta, showing the RTX 4060 Mobile is slightly behind that desktop card. The Intel Arc B580 scores 23021, a -1.3% delta, indicating the RTX 4060 Mobile is slightly behind that Intel offering. Finally, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile scores 22435, a 1.3% delta, meaning the older RTX 4060 Mobile is actually slightly ahead of its newer mobile counterpart in these benchmarks.

Benchmark Performance

The combined performance of the Intel Core i7-12800HE and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile results in a system that performs well above average. The CPU's average benchmark score of 6467 places it in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU's average score of 22729 places it in the 67th percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 65, indicating that this laptop configuration outperforms roughly two-thirds of all systems in the database.

Looking at the CPU scores in detail, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22360 is a strong indicator of productivity performance. This score is comparable to many desktop processors from a few generations ago, meaning the laptop can handle demanding tasks like video editing and 3D rendering without being a bottleneck. The single-core score of 3156 is also solid, ensuring snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks and good performance in games that are not heavily multi-threaded.

For the GPU, the Passmark G3D score of 17469 is a key metric for gaming performance. This score suggests the RTX 4060 Mobile can handle modern games at 1080p with high settings, and it can also manage 1440p in many titles with some settings adjustments. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 89420 indicates strong compute performance for tasks like GPU-accelerated rendering or machine learning inference. The combination of a 62nd percentile CPU and a 67th percentile GPU creates a balanced system where neither component is drastically underpowered relative to the other.

The nearest rival data reinforces this balance. The CPU is within 1% of several older Xeon and Core i9 desktop processors, meaning it offers desktop-class multi-threaded performance in a mobile form factor. The GPU is within 1.3% of the RTX 2080 desktop card and the newer RTX 5060 Mobile, showing it is a very capable graphics solution. The overall picture is that this laptop pairing is a high mid-range configuration that can handle most tasks a user would throw at it, from gaming to content creation to software development.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core i7-12800HE and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile is generally well-matched, but the data reveals where each component takes the lead. The CPU's 62nd percentile ranking and the GPU's 67th percentile ranking are close, suggesting neither is a severe bottleneck for the other in most workloads. However, the nature of the workloads determines which component is more critical.

In CPU-intensive tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, or software compilation, the i7-12800HE's 14 cores and 20 threads are the primary driver. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22360 indicates it can sustain high throughput across many threads, which is essential for these workloads. The GPU, while capable, is not the limiting factor here; the CPU's performance will dictate how fast these tasks complete. The CPU's position relative to rivals like the Xeon D-2796TE and Core i9-7960X, with deltas of -0.7% and -1% respectively, shows it is not holding back the system in multi-threaded scenarios.

In GPU-intensive workloads like gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering, the RTX 4060 Mobile takes the lead. Its Passmark G3D score of 17469 and its performance parity with the RTX 2080 desktop card indicate it is a strong graphics processor. The 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p gaming, but they could become a bottleneck at higher resolutions or with high-resolution texture packs. The GPU's 67th percentile ranking is slightly higher than the CPU's, meaning in gaming, the GPU is likely the more capable component, and the CPU should be able to feed it frames without causing a significant bottleneck.

The FPS scaling, while not measured for this exact combination, can be inferred from the component scores. At 1080p, the GPU is likely to be the limiting factor in most games, as its performance is adequate but not overwhelming. The CPU's single-core score of 3156 in Cinebench R23 is strong enough to handle game logic and physics, so it should not bottleneck the GPU. At lower resolutions, the CPU becomes more important, but its performance is sufficient to keep up. The balance is such that in most gaming scenarios, the GPU will be the primary determinant of frame rates, while the CPU will handle background tasks and complex game simulations without issue.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination of Intel Core i7-12800HE and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile in the FACT PACK. Therefore, all FPS figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores of the individual components. The data indicates that this system is well-suited for 1080p gaming, with the potential for high refresh rates in less demanding titles.

The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 17469 and its average benchmark score of 22729, which places it in the 67th percentile, suggest it can handle most modern games at 1080p with high settings. The RTX 4060 Mobile's performance is comparable to the desktop RTX 2080, which is a known quantity for 1080p gaming. With the RTX 2080 being a solid 1080p card, the RTX 4060 Mobile should deliver similar frame rates. The CPU's single-core performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 score of 3156, is more than adequate for gaming, ensuring that it will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios.

For esports titles like Counter-Strike 2 or Valorant, which are more CPU-bound, the i7-12800HE's strong single-core performance and high boost clock of 4.60 GHz should allow for very high frame rates, potentially exceeding 144 FPS at 1080p. For AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or Assassin's Creed Mirage, the GPU will be the limiting factor, but the RTX 4060 Mobile should still achieve playable frame rates in the 60-90 FPS range at 1080p with high settings, especially with DLSS enabled. At 1440p, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth may become a constraint, and users may need to lower settings to maintain smooth performance. The estimates suggest that this is a 1080p gaming machine first and foremost, with 1440p being possible but not ideal.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i7-12800HE has 14 cores and 20 threads, which is a hybrid configuration from the Alder Lake-H architecture.

Q: How does the CPU perform in multi-core workloads?

A: The CPU scores 22360 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is a strong result that puts it in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s.

Q: How does the GPU compare to desktop cards?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 22729 is -0.7% different from the desktop RTX 2080, indicating nearly identical performance.

Q: What is the combined percentile for this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 65, meaning this configuration outperforms 65% of all systems in the database.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RTX 4060 Mobile has 24 RT cores and 96 Tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 45 W, which is typical for a performance-oriented mobile processor.

Who Should Build It

This laptop configuration is ideal for gamers who primarily play at 1080p resolution. The RTX 4060 Mobile's performance, which is comparable to the desktop RTX 2080, ensures smooth gameplay in most titles at high settings. The CPU's 14 cores provide ample processing power for modern games, and its 62nd percentile ranking means it will not be a bottleneck in most gaming scenarios. Gamers looking for high refresh rates in esports titles will benefit from the CPU's strong single-core performance and 4.60 GHz boost clock.

Content creators who work with video editing, 3D rendering, or graphic design will find this pairing well-suited to their needs. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22360 indicates it can handle demanding rendering tasks, while the GPU's compute performance, evidenced by its Geekbench OpenCL score of 89420, accelerates GPU-accelerated workflows. Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the 14 cores and 20 threads, which can significantly reduce build times. Students and professionals who need a versatile laptop for both work and play will find this configuration balances performance and portability, with the integrated Iris Xe graphics providing a fallback for basic tasks when the discrete GPU is not needed.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i7-12800HE, a 14-core Alder Lake-H mobile processor, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile, an Ada Lovelace-based laptop GPU. The system is classified as a laptop, given the "laptop" build class designation. The CPU is a 45 W part with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz and 24 MB of L3 cache, while the GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 3072 shading units.

The overall tier of this configuration is upper mid-range, as indicated by the combined percentile of 65. This means it outperforms 65% of all systems in the database. The CPU's 62nd percentile and the GPU's 67th percentile are both above average, showing a balanced pairing where neither component is significantly weaker than the other. This is a desktop-class performance level in a mobile form factor, making it a strong choice for users who need power on the go. The CPU's nearest rivals include server and workstation processors like the Xeon D-2796TE and Core i9-7960X, with performance deltas under 1%, while the GPU's nearest rivals include the desktop RTX 2080 and the newer RTX 5060 Mobile, also with deltas under 1.3%. This shows the build is competitive with older high-end desktop parts.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, this configuration is well-suited to 1080p displays. The RTX 4060 Mobile's performance, which is on par with the desktop RTX 2080, can drive frame rates well above 60 FPS in most titles. The CPU's single-core score of 3156 in Cinebench R23 ensures that game logic and physics are handled efficiently, reducing the chance of CPU bottlenecks. Users can expect smooth gameplay in competitive shooters and action games.

Streaming while gaming is a viable scenario, as the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads can handle the encoding workload without significantly impacting game performance. The CPU's multi-core score of 22360 in Cinebench R23 indicates it has enough headroom for both gaming and streaming simultaneously. The GPU's NVENC encoder, part of the Ada Lovelace architecture, can also offload the encoding task, further reducing the load on the CPU.

Video editing is a strong suit for this build. The CPU's multi-threaded performance, which is within 1% of the Xeon D-2796TE and Core i9-7960X, allows for fast rendering and export times. The GPU's compute capabilities, evidenced by its Geekbench OpenCL score of 89420, accelerate effects and color grading in software like Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p editing timelines.

3D rendering benefits from both the CPU and GPU. The CPU's 14 cores handle CPU-based rendering engines, while the GPU's 3072 shading units and 24 RT cores accelerate GPU-based renderers like Blender Cycles or Octane. The GPU's FP32 performance of 11.61 TFLOPS provides a solid foundation for real-time viewport rendering.

Software development is a practical use case, as the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads significantly reduce compilation times. The CPU's performance is comparable to server-class Xeon processors, making it suitable for large codebases. The GPU can be used for local testing of graphics applications or running machine learning models, with its Tensor cores providing acceleration for AI workloads.

Student and office work are well-served by this configuration. The CPU's single-core performance ensures snappy responsiveness in productivity applications, while the GPU can handle occasional light gaming or graphic design tasks. The integrated Iris Xe graphics provide a power-efficient option for basic tasks, extending battery life when the discrete GPU is not needed. The 45 W TDP of the CPU is a reasonable balance between performance and power consumption for a laptop.