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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-12900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

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78%

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98%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-12900E

6,611 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

77,712 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i9-12900E paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is a desktop configuration that sits at the 77th combined percentile against all CPU and GPU pairings. The processor, part of the Core 12th Gen family, delivers a balanced 16-core, 24-thread layout with a 2.30 GHz base clock and a 5.00 GHz boost clock. The graphics card, built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, offers 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, resulting in 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. Benchmark data places the GPU at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 62nd percentile, indicating a pairing where the graphics card dominates the overall performance profile. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the data, so all gaming frame-rate discussions are estimates derived from the component benchmark scores.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 5090 D’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14326 and Passmark G3D score of 44065 place it well above the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, making it capable of driving very high frame rates at demanding resolutions. The CPU’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3321 and Geekbench single-core score of 1775 provide sufficient per-thread performance to feed the GPU in most titles, though the 62nd CPU percentile indicates that at extremely high FPS targets, the processor may become the limiting factor in lightly-threaded games.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads, combined with its 30 MB of shared L3 cache, deliver a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 23529 and Geekbench multi-core score of 10280, which is adequate for simultaneous game encoding and streaming workloads. The GPU’s 680 tensor cores and 170 RT cores can offload encoding tasks, and the 32 GB VRAM ensures no memory pressure when running a game, capture software, and broadcast tools concurrently. However, the CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking suggests that heavier streaming with software encoding might strain the processor in CPU-bound scenarios.

Video editing: The CPU’s multi-core performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9882 and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2371, supports timeline scrubbing and export tasks in professional editing suites. The GPU accelerates effects, color grading, and render previews through its 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 1,636.8 GTexel/s texture rate, making 4K or higher resolution timelines responsive. The 32 GB GDDR7 memory is ample for holding large project files and multiple high-res streams simultaneously.

3D rendering: The RTX 5090 D’s Passmark GPU Compute score of 28396 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 310674 indicate exceptional compute throughput for GPU-accelerated renderers. The CPU’s 24 threads handle scene preparation and physics simulation, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23529 that places it in the upper half of processors for these pre-render tasks. The 170 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced rendering workloads, while the 680 tensor cores support AI denoising features.

Software development: The CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads, along with its 30 MB shared L3 cache, handle parallel compilation tasks effectively, as reflected by its multi-core Geekbench score of 10280. The 5.00 GHz boost clock improves single-threaded build steps and IDE responsiveness, with a single-core Geekbench score of 1775. The GPU is not a primary factor in most development workflows, but its compute capabilities could assist with machine learning model training or local testing of graphics-heavy applications.

Student and office work: The CPU’s 65 W TDP and integrated UHD Graphics 770 provide a low-power baseline for everyday productivity tasks, though the discrete GPU will render the iGPU unnecessary in this build. The processor’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3321 ensures snappy application launches and document editing, while the 24 threads handle multitasking across browsers, office suites, and communication tools without strain. This configuration is over-provisioned for such workloads, but it would handle them with zero performance concerns.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i9-12900E achieves an average benchmark score of 6611 across all CPU tests, placing it at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 with an average score of 6605 (0.1% delta), the Intel Core i9-10940X at 6605 (0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i5-13500E at 6586 (0.4% delta). The i9-12900E’s multi-core results are notably stronger than its percentile suggests: Cinebench R23 multi-core reaches 23529, while single-core hits 3321. Geekbench multi-core scores 10280, and single-core 1775. The CPU’s Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9882 and R15 multi-core score of 2371 round out the picture of a processor that performs competitively against its immediate rivals but does not break into higher performance tiers.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D achieves an average benchmark score of 77712, placing it at the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 14326, while Geekbench Vulkan reaches 376915 and OpenCL 310674. Passmark G3D scores 44065, with GPU Compute at 28396. The nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT at 76904 (1.1% delta), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT at 78940 (-1.6% delta), and NVIDIA Tesla P100 variants at 79396 and 79605 (-2.1% and -2.4% deltas respectively). The GPU’s 92nd percentile position shows it far outperforms the CPU’s 62nd percentile, meaning the combined percentile of 77 is pulled down by the processor.

The combined picture is a GPU-centric build: the RTX 5090 D delivers top-tier graphics performance, while the i9-12900E provides solid but not flagship-level processing. In GPU-bound workloads like gaming at high resolutions or GPU rendering, the system performs near the top of the stack. In CPU-bound tasks like heavy multi-threaded rendering or complex simulations, the processor’s mid-pack percentile may cap overall system throughput.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 77, which places this desktop configuration above roughly three-quarters of all CPU and GPU pairings in the database.

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

A: The Intel Core i9-12900E has an average benchmark score of 6611, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 and the Intel Core i9-10940X, both scoring 6605. It is 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i5-13500E at 6586, and 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i5-13400E at 6638.

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

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, delivering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 1750 MHz, which translates to 28 Gbps effective.

Q: Does this CPU support overclocking?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-12900E has an unlocked multiplier, allowing for overclocking. Its base clock is 2.30 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.00 GHz under load.

Q: What power supply is suggested for this GPU?

A: The RTX 5090 D has a TDP of 575 W, and the suggested PSU rating is 950 W. The GPU requires a single 16-pin power connector.

Q: What is the process node and transistor count for the GPU?

A: The RTX 5090 D is built on TSMC’s 5 nm process, with 92,200 million transistors on a die size of 750 mm². The transistor density is 122.9 million per mm².

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-12900E includes UHD Graphics 770 as its integrated GPU, which can be used for display output or basic tasks when the discrete GPU is not active.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data indicates a significant imbalance favoring the GPU. The RTX 5090 D sits at the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, while the i9-12900E rests at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. This 30-percentile gap suggests that in workloads where the GPU is fully utilized, the CPU may struggle to feed it enough data, particularly in games or applications that rely on single-threaded performance. The CPU’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3321 and Geekbench single-core score of 1775 are solid but not exceptional, meaning high-refresh gaming at 1080p or 1440p could see the CPU becoming the limiting factor before the GPU reaches its full potential.

In multi-threaded workloads, the CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads help mitigate bottlenecking, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23529. However, the 62nd percentile ranking shows that many other processors deliver higher multi-threaded throughput. For GPU-bound scenarios like 4K gaming or GPU rendering, the RTX 5090 D’s 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth will dominate the workload, and the CPU’s slower performance becomes less relevant because the GPU is the primary execution unit.

The FPS scaling evidence, while estimated due to lack of measured data, follows this pattern: at lower resolutions where frame rates exceed the CPU’s ability to process game logic, the CPU will bottleneck. At higher resolutions where the GPU’s rendering load increases, the bottleneck shifts to the GPU, allowing the CPU to keep pace more easily. The 32 GB VRAM and 512-bit memory bus on the GPU mean that even at extreme resolutions and texture settings, the GPU’s memory subsystem will not be a constraint.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU and GPU combination, so the gaming performance figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The RTX 5090 D’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14326 and Passmark G3D score of 44065 indicate extremely high graphical capability, likely translating to playable frame rates at 4K resolution in most modern titles. The GPU’s 92nd percentile position among all GPUs supports this, as it outperforms 92% of the graphics cards in the database.

The CPU’s single-core score of 3321 in Cinebench R23 suggests that at 1080p resolution, where frame rates often exceed 144 FPS, the processor may limit performance in CPU-intensive games. At 1440p, the balance shifts slightly toward the GPU, and at 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Given the GPU’s 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, texture-heavy games at maximum settings should maintain consistent frame rates without memory stutter. The 170 RT cores provide hardware ray tracing support, which will improve performance in games that utilize this feature compared to non-RT hardware.

For esports titles that are heavily CPU-bound, the i9-12900E’s 5.00 GHz boost clock and 24 threads should deliver high frame rates, but the 62nd CPU percentile suggests that top-tier gaming CPUs might offer higher minimum FPS. For AAA single-player games at 4K with ultra settings, the RTX 5090 D’s 104.8 TFLOPS compute and 1,636.8 GTexel/s texture rate will likely push frame rates well above 60 FPS in most scenarios, with the CPU providing adequate support. All these figures are estimates; actual FPS will vary by game, drivers, and system configuration.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who prioritize graphics performance above all else. Gamers playing at 4K resolution with ultra settings will benefit from the RTX 5090 D’s 92nd GPU percentile, which delivers superior frame rates and visual fidelity. The 32 GB VRAM ensures future-proofing for high-resolution textures and modded games that consume large amounts of memory. For content creators, the GPU’s 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 28396 Passmark GPU Compute score accelerate video rendering, 3D animation, and AI-assisted workflows, while the CPU’s 24 threads handle multitasking and asset management.

Software developers working on graphics-intensive applications or machine learning models will find the GPU’s 680 tensor cores useful for training and inference, and the CPU’s 16 cores handle compilation efficiently. Students and office workers would find this build massively over-specified, but it would handle any academic software or productivity suite without issue. Small business workstations that require GPU compute for tasks like CAD, video production, or data visualization would benefit, though the 575 W GPU TDP and 950 W suggested PSU make power consumption a consideration. The CPU’s 65 W TDP is modest, but the overall system draws significant power under load.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-12900E is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and its PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The processor’s TDP is 65 W, and it was released on 2022-01-03 with a launch MSRP of $494.

Benchmark results show the CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23529 and single-core score of 3321, placing it at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. Its Geekbench multi-core score is 10280, and single-core is 1775. These numbers indicate that while the processor is not a top-tier performer, it delivers solid multi-threaded throughput for its class. The 16 cores and 24 threads handle parallel workloads like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation competently, as reflected in the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9882 and R15 multi-core score of 2371. The 5.00 GHz boost clock provides strong single-threaded performance for gaming and legacy applications, though its 62nd percentile ranking shows that newer or higher-end CPUs outperform it.

The architecture’s hybrid design, typical of Alder Lake, combines performance and efficiency cores, though the FACT PACK does not specify the core mix. The 30 MB L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, and the 10 nm process node balances power and performance. For real workloads, this CPU is adequate for most tasks but may not be the ideal match for a GPU that sits at the 92nd percentile, as the processor could become the limiting factor in CPU-bound scenarios.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-12900E uses the Intel Socket 1700, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, allowing for high-bandwidth expansion cards like the RTX 5090 D, which uses PCIe 5.0 x16. The motherboard platform determines memory type and overclocking capabilities, but the unlocked multiplier on the CPU allows for tuning if the board supports it. The 65 W TDP is modest, so most Socket 1700 motherboards can handle the processor’s power requirements without issue.

The GPU requires a 950 W suggested PSU and uses a single 16-pin power connector, with a TDP of 575 W. This power draw is substantial, so any PSU upgrade must account for the GPU’s requirements along with the rest of the system. The CPU’s 65 W TDP leaves ample headroom for additional components, but the GPU dominates the power budget. A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-performing CPU on the same Socket 1700 platform, such as a Core i9 from a later generation if the motherboard’s BIOS supports it, though the FACT PACK does not specify compatibility beyond the 12900E.

Memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives users flexibility in choosing RAM, but the GPU’s 32 GB VRAM means system memory capacity is less critical for graphics workloads. The PCIe Gen 5 interface on the CPU ensures that the RTX 5090 D’s PCIe 5.0 x16 bus is fully utilized, preventing bandwidth bottlenecks. For future upgrades, the platform’s longevity depends on motherboard support, but the current configuration provides a strong foundation with the GPU being the most upgrade-resistant component due to its high performance tier.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build that combines the Intel Core i9-12900E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D, achieving a combined percentile of 77 against all other CPU and GPU pairings. The CPU sits at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, making this a graphics-first configuration. The overall tier is upper-midrange to high-end, with the GPU improving the system’s performance ceiling while the CPU keeps it from reaching the top percentile. The build is suitable for demanding graphical workloads, including high-resolution gaming and GPU-accelerated rendering, but the CPU’s lower percentile may limit performance in CPU-intensive tasks.

The desktop form factor allows for the GPU’s dual-slot design, which measures 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 48 mm in width, requiring a case with sufficient clearance. The power draw of 575 W for the GPU and 65 W for the CPU means the system requires a robust PSU, with 950 W suggested. The combination of a 92nd-percentile GPU and 62nd-percentile CPU creates an imbalance where the GPU is the clear performance driver, and users should prioritize GPU-bound workloads to maximize the system’s strengths.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with the GB202 chip, manufactured by TSMC on a 5 nm process. It contains 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die, with a transistor density of 122.9 million per mm². The GPU has 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. Clock speeds are 2017 MHz base and 2407 MHz boost, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The memory subsystem consists of 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s TDP is 575 W, and it requires a single 16-pin power connector with a suggested PSU of 950 W.

Benchmark results show the GPU achieving a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14326, a Geekbench Vulkan score of 376915, and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 310674. Passmark scores include G3D at 44065, GPU Compute at 28396, and DirectX tests ranging from 219 (DX12) to 434 (DX9). The average benchmark score is 77712, placing the GPU at the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (76904, 1.1% delta) and RX 6850M XT (78940, -1.6% delta), as well as NVIDIA Tesla P100 variants with scores around 79396 to 79605.

The 170 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing, while the 680 tensor cores support AI features like DLSS and neural rendering. The pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s indicate high fill rates, which benefit high-resolution rendering. The FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS (with FP16 at 1:1 ratio) makes this GPU exceptionally strong for compute workloads, including scientific simulations and machine learning inference. The 32 GB VRAM is among the largest available, ensuring that memory-intensive workloads like 8K textures or large 3D scenes do not encounter capacity limits. The PCIe 5.0 x16 interface and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth ensure data throughput is not a bottleneck for most applications.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-12900E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

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