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# Intel Core i9-12900 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 — Benchmark Analysis

This desktop pairing combines Intel's 12th-generation Core i9-12900 CPU with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 GPU, sitting at the 74th percentile overall among all recorded CPU+GPU combinations. The processor delivers a strong multi-threaded workload capability with an 88th percentile standing among all CPUs, while the graphics card posts a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504, placing it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame-rate discussions below are estimated inferences drawn from the benchmark scores.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i9-12900 features 16 cores and 24 threads, built on the Alder Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node. It has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 65 W TDP.

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

A: The i9-12900 has an average benchmark score of 42,906. It sits 0.2% above the Intel Core i9-12900KF (42,830), 1% above the Intel Core i9-12950HX (42,487), and 0.7% below the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H (43,210). The closest competitor, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385, scores 43,326, which is 1% higher.

Q: What memory and expansion capabilities does the platform support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory. The socket is Intel Socket 1700, and PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and bandwidth?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 has 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 1.34 TB/s. The memory clock is 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals in the 3DMark Steel Nomad test?

A: The GPU scores 16,504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. This is effectively tied with the NVIDIA T400 (16,508, 0% delta), 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (16,415), 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (16,408), and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (16,361).

Q: What are the GPU's compute specifications?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 has 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. It delivers 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 104.8 TFLOPS of FP16 performance at a 1:1 ratio.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each component?

A: The Intel Core i9-12900 has a launch MSRP of $519. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 has a launch MSRP of 2,299 USD.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark suite paints a picture of a strong all-rounder with particular strength in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23, the i9-12900 scores 18,628 in multi-core and 1,825 in single-core. The multi-core result is especially telling: it represents roughly 10.2 times the single-core score, indicating excellent scaling across the 16 cores and 24 threads. This is consistent with its 88th percentile ranking among all CPUs.

Geekbench results reinforce this: the multi-core score of 13,088 is about 6.6 times the single-core score of 1,993. The PassMark suite adds more granularity. The multi-thread score of 33,608 is over 8.4 times the single-thread score of 4,003. Integer math (127,512) and floating-point math (91,514) both show strong throughput, while extended instructions score 24,777 and data encryption scores 23,203. The data compression score of 407,899 is particularly high, suggesting the CPU handles compression-heavy workloads with ease.

The GPU's benchmark data is sparser, with only one recorded test: 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 at 16,504. This places it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs, which is notably lower than the CPU's 88th percentile. The average benchmark score for the GPU is identical to the single Steel Nomad result, so there is no additional data to contextualize its performance across different rendering workloads.

The combined picture shows a CPU that outperforms its GPU counterpart in relative standing. The 74th combined percentile sits between the two component percentiles, reflecting the mix of a high-tier processor with a mid-tier graphics card in this particular benchmark configuration. The nearest rivals on the GPU side — including the NVIDIA T400 and AMD Radeon PRO W7500 — all score within 0.9% of the RTX 5090 D V2 in Steel Nomad, which suggests that in this specific test, the GPU is not dramatically faster than those alternatives.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the FACT PACK. The `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty, and `dataIsMeasured` is false. Consequently, all gaming frame-rate figures presented here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as directional guidance rather than empirical results.

Given the CPU's strong single-thread score of 1,825 in Cinebench R23 and 4,003 in PassMark single-thread, the i9-12900 provides a solid foundation for gaming workloads that depend on per-core performance. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504, while ranking at the 59th percentile, indicates it can handle modern DirectX 12 titles at high settings. However, the Steel Nomad test is a synthetic workload, and real-world gaming performance depends heavily on driver optimization, game engine characteristics, and resolution scaling.

At 1080p, where CPU overhead is more prominent, the i9-12900's single-thread capabilities should allow the GPU to stretch its legs, though the GPU's mid-tier percentile standing suggests frame rates will be respectable but not class-leading. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, and the performance delta between this GPU and higher-percentile cards will widen. The GPU's 24 GB of GDDR7 memory provides ample capacity for high-resolution textures, but the raw rasterization throughput, as reflected in the Steel Nomad score, caps overall frame rates.

Users should expect the system to deliver playable frame rates in most titles at 1440p with high settings, with 4K gaming requiring careful settings adjustments to maintain smooth performance. The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 575 W TDP create a power envelope that will require a robust cooling solution and a quality power supply.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-12900 uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. This flexibility is a significant advantage for builds in transition between memory generations. The dual-channel memory controller with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth provides adequate headroom for the CPU's 16 cores, though users building new systems should opt for DDR5 to maximize performance potential.

PCIe connectivity comes from Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, which is more than sufficient for the GPU's PCIe 5.0 x16 interface. The GPU also supports the same PCIe generation, ensuring no bandwidth bottlenecks between the two components. The CPU's integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output, which can be useful for troubleshooting or secondary displays, though it is not intended for gaming.

The GPU's suggested PSU is 950 W, and it draws 575 W under load via a single 16-pin connector. The CPU's 65 W TDP is modest, so the combined system power draw is dominated by the GPU. A sensible next upgrade would be to ensure the power supply meets the 950 W recommendation and that the case can accommodate the GPU's dimensions: 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 48 mm in width. The dual-slot cooler design is standard for high-end cards, but the length may require a full-tower case or a mid-tower with ample clearance.

Memory-wise, the platform's support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means existing DDR4 kits can be reused, though DDR5 would better complement the CPU's capabilities. The ECC memory support is a niche feature that could appeal to workstation users who require data integrity for long compute jobs. The socket 1700 platform is not forward-compatible with newer Intel generations, so any future CPU upgrade would require a motherboard change as well.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 1,825 in Cinebench R23 and 4,003 in PassMark single-thread can drive high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, but the GPU's 59th percentile standing limits overall FPS in graphically intensive titles. At 1080p with competitive settings, the system should achieve high frame rates, but at 1440p or 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads provide ample headroom for simultaneous gaming and streaming workloads. The PassMark multi-thread score of 33,608 indicates strong parallel processing capability, which is beneficial for encoding video while gaming. The GPU's tensor cores could accelerate AI-based encoding features, though no specific encoding benchmarks are recorded.

Video Editing: The CPU's data compression score of 407,899 and floating-point math score of 91,514 suggest solid performance in video encoding and effects rendering. The GPU's 24 GB of VRAM can hold large video buffers and GPU-accelerated effects, but the GPU's overall compute performance, as measured by the Steel Nomad score, is modest relative to other high-end cards.

3D Rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,628 positions it well for CPU-based rendering workloads. The GPU's FP32 throughput of 104.8 TFLOPS could accelerate GPU-based renderers, but its 59th percentile standing suggests it is not a top-tier rendering card.

Software Development: The CPU's high integer math score of 127,512 and extended instructions score of 24,777 indicate strong performance in compilation and code analysis tasks. The 24 threads allow for parallel builds, and the 30 MB of shared L3 cache reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data.

Student and Office Work: The CPU's single-thread performance and the GPU's 24 GB of VRAM provide more than enough capability for document editing, spreadsheet analysis, and web browsing. The system is overkill for these tasks, but it handles them with substantial headroom, ensuring smooth multitasking across many applications simultaneously.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who need strong CPU multi-threading and are willing to accept a GPU that performs at the 59th percentile among all graphics cards. Gamers at 1080p who play CPU-intensive titles such as real-time strategy or simulation games will benefit from the i9-12900's strong single-thread and multi-thread scores, while the GPU provides adequate rasterization performance for esports and less demanding titles.

Content creators who work with large datasets, video encoding, and 3D modeling will find the CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads valuable. The data compression score of 407,899 is particularly useful for archiving and file management workflows. The GPU's 24 GB of VRAM supports large textures and complex scenes, though rendering performance is not top-tier.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU's integer math score of 127,512 and the 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running build processes or data processing jobs where errors are costly.

Students and small business users who require a workstation-class CPU for research, data analysis, or engineering simulations will find the i9-12900 sufficient, and the GPU provides adequate graphics acceleration for CAD or visualization software. The system is less suitable for users seeking maximum gaming or GPU compute performance, given the GPU's mid-tier percentile standing.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-12900 is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. The die size is 215 mm², and the CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with ECC support enabled. The base clock of 2.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.10 GHz provide a wide frequency range, allowing the CPU to scale from power-efficient operation to high-performance bursts.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration provides fast access to frequently used data and reduces memory traffic. The dual-channel memory controller with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for the CPU's core count, though it is not as wide as some high-end workstation platforms.

Benchmark results show a balanced performance profile. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,628 is competitive for a 16-core processor, and the single-core score of 1,825 indicates strong per-thread performance. The Geekbench multi-core score of 13,088 and single-core score of 1,993 corroborate these findings. The PassMark suite reveals specific strengths: integer math (127,512) and data compression (407,899) are notably high, while the floating-point math score of 91,514 is more moderate. The find prime numbers score of 121 is relatively low, suggesting that certain single-threaded integer workloads may not scale as well.

The CPU's 88th percentile ranking among all CPUs reflects its strong overall performance, and its nearest rivals — the i9-12900KF, i9-12950HX, Core Ultra 9 386H, and Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 — all score within 1% of the i9-12900. This indicates that the CPU is competitively positioned within its performance class, with no single rival offering a significant advantage.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i9-12900 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2. The CPU is a high-end 12th-generation desktop processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, while the GPU is a 50-series graphics card with 24 GB of GDDR7 memory and a 384-bit memory bus.

The combined percentile ranking of 74 places this system in the upper-middle range of all recorded CPU+GPU pairings. The CPU contributes the larger share of the system's performance standing, with its 88th percentile ranking among CPUs being notably higher than the GPU's 59th percentile among GPUs. This asymmetry is a defining characteristic of the build.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 42,906 positions it near the top of its class, with rivals within 1% on either side. The GPU's average benchmark score of 16,504 in the sole recorded test places it in the middle of the GPU performance distribution, with rivals ranging from the NVIDIA T400 to the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT all scoring within 0.9%.

This pairing is best described as a high-CPU, mid-GPU configuration. It excels in workloads that leverage the CPU's multi-threading capabilities, such as content creation, software development, and data processing. It is less suited for GPU-intensive tasks like high-resolution gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering, where the GPU's mid-tier standing becomes a bottleneck.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance asymmetry between the CPU and GPU is the defining feature of this build. The CPU's 88th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 59th percentile creates a situation where the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU significantly more data than the GPU can process in many workloads.

In gaming, the bottleneck is almost entirely the GPU. The CPU's single-thread score of 1,825 in Cinebench R23 is sufficient to drive high frame rates, but the GPU's Steel Nomad score of 16,504 caps the achievable FPS in graphically intensive scenarios. At lower resolutions like 1080p, the CPU can still become a limiting factor in certain titles with heavy physics or AI simulation, but the GPU remains the primary constraint for most gaming scenarios.

In CPU-bound workloads like data compression (407,899 PassMark score), encryption (23,203), and integer math (127,512), the CPU is the driving force and the GPU contributes little. Conversely, in GPU-bound tasks like 3D rendering with ray tracing, the GPU's 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores provide acceleration, but the overall compute throughput is limited by the GPU's mid-tier percentile standing.

The 24 GB of VRAM is a notable asset that reduces memory pressure in large workloads, but it does not compensate for the GPU's moderate compute performance. The system is balanced in the sense that neither component is severely underpowered for its respective role, but users should expect the GPU to be the limiting factor in graphics-heavy applications and the CPU to be the limiting factor in highly parallel compute tasks.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is based on the GB202 chip with the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process node. The chip contains 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die, with a transistor density of 122.9 million per mm². This is a large, complex chip designed for high-end graphics workloads.

The GPU has 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is generous, providing ample capacity for high-resolution textures, large datasets, and GPU-accelerated compute tasks. The memory clock is 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed.

Compute resources include 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs. The GPU also has 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI-based features. The FP32 throughput is 104.8 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same rate (1:1 ratio). Pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s.

The base clock is 2017 MHz with a boost clock of 2407 MHz. The GPU's TDP is 575 W, requiring a 950 W suggested PSU. The card is dual-slot wide, 304 mm long, 137 mm high, and 48 mm wide, with a single 16-pin power connector. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1b and three DisplayPort 2.1b.

The sole benchmark result, 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 at 16,504, places the GPU at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. This is a modest result for a card with such extensive compute resources. The nearest rivals — NVIDIA T400, AMD Radeon PRO W7500, NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT — all score within 0.9%, indicating that in this particular test, the GPU does not significantly outperform much simpler cards. This suggests that the Steel Nomad workload may not fully utilize the GPU's specialized hardware, or that the GPU's driver optimization for this test is suboptimal. For rendering workloads that leverage the RT cores and tensor cores, the GPU may perform better than the Steel Nomad score implies, but without additional benchmark data, this remains speculative.