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System Balance Analysis

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CPU
94%
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GPU
74%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-12900F

47,176 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A380E

0 Benchmark Score
Top 26% Market Ranking
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30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i9-12900F and Intel Arc A380E pairing represents a significant divergence in performance class between the CPU and GPU components. The processor is a high-end desktop part based on the Alder Lake architecture, while the graphics card is a compact, low-profile offering from Intel's Arc Alchemist lineup. This analysis relies exclusively on the provided benchmark data, as no measured frame rate data is available for this specific combination in the FACT PACK. Consequently, all gaming performance discussions are framed as estimates derived from the individual component scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-12900F is a 16-core, 24-thread processor built on Intel's 10 nm Alder Lake-S process. It operates with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and can boost up to 5.10 GHz. The architecture is hybrid, combining performance and efficiency cores, though the FACT PACK does not specify the exact core distribution. The processor features an 80 KB L1 cache per core, a 1.25 MB L2 cache per core, and a substantial 30 MB shared L3 cache. This cache hierarchy is designed to feed the high core count and clock speeds, particularly for multi-threaded workloads.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of processors on the market. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score reaches 30405, while the single-core score is 4292. The multi-core figure suggests strong rendering and compilation capabilities, while the single-core score indicates excellent responsiveness in lightly-threaded applications. The Geekbench scores reinforce this picture: 15965 multi-core and 2339 single-core, both solidly above average.

The PassMark suite provides additional insight into specific workload characteristics. The integer math score of 129504 and floating-point math score of 96452 demonstrate robust arithmetic processing power. The data encryption score of 25251 and extended instructions score of 28265 highlight the processor's ability to handle cryptographic and SIMD-heavy tasks. Interestingly, the find prime numbers score is just 127, which is notably low and suggests that this particular workload may not scale well with the architecture's design. The multithread score of 35912 confirms the processor's strength in parallel processing scenarios.

When compared to its nearest rivals, the i9-12900F is virtually neck-and-neck with the Intel Core i7-13700KF, showing a negligible delta of -0.3%. It also trades blows with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 and AMD Ryzen 9 5900, with deltas of +0.3% and +0.4% respectively. The Intel Core Ultra X9 378H is slightly ahead at -0.6% delta. These comparisons indicate that the i9-12900F remains competitive with newer and more power-efficient designs, despite being from an earlier generation. The average benchmark score of 47176 places it in a performance tier where it can handle demanding professional workloads without becoming the primary bottleneck in most systems.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU and GPU combination, and the dataIsMeasured flag is false. Therefore, all frame rate expectations are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores. The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4292 and Geekbench single-core score of 2339 suggest it can keep up with modern game engines that rely heavily on single-thread performance. The multi-core scores of 30405 and 15965 indicate that the processor will not bottleneck even in CPU-intensive titles that utilize multiple threads.

However, the GPU is the limiting factor for gaming. The Intel Arc A380E is a budget-oriented graphics card with 1024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. It has 8 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, but its raw compute power is modest. The GPU's FP32 performance is 4.096 TFLOPS, which is adequate for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings in less demanding titles, but it will struggle with modern AAA games at ultra settings. The 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus provides 186.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for 1080p textures but may be limiting for higher resolutions or large texture packs.

Based on the CPU's strong single-thread performance and the GPU's modest capabilities, estimated frame rates would likely be playable at 1080p with medium presets in most games. Esports titles like competitive shooters and MOBAs should run smoothly, potentially exceeding 60 FPS at high settings. More graphically intensive games would require reduced settings to maintain playable frame rates. At 1440p, the GPU would likely become the primary constraint, and players would need to lower settings significantly or accept lower frame rates. The GPU's 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs underscores its mid-pack positioning, making it a reasonable choice for entry-level gaming but not for high-refresh or high-resolution experiences.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A380E is built on the Xe-HPG architecture, specifically the DG2-128 chip, fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm process. The GPU contains 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 45.9M per mm². The card runs at a fixed clock speed of 2000 MHz for both base and boost, with memory clocked at 1937 MHz (15.5 Gbps effective). This produces a pixel rate of 64.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 128.0 GTexel/s.

The memory subsystem consists of 6 GB of GDDR6 on a 96-bit bus, yielding 186.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a modest amount of bandwidth that could bottleneck the GPU in texture-heavy scenes, particularly at higher resolutions. The FP32 performance of 4.096 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 8.192 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio) indicate that the card is designed for efficiency rather than raw throughput. The 8 ray tracing cores provide hardware support for RT effects, but the overall RT performance will be limited by the small number of cores and low shader count.

The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern graphics APIs. It connects via PCIe 4.0 x8, which provides adequate bandwidth for its performance class. The card is a single-slot design measuring 254 mm in length, 127 mm in height, and 20 mm in width, with no power connectors required and a modest 75 W TDP. It features four DisplayPort 2.0 outputs, allowing for multi-monitor setups. The GPU is marked as end-of-life, with Battlemage as its successor, and its benchmark scores are not provided in the FACT PACK.

The GPU's 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it squarely in the middle of the performance spectrum. This suggests it is capable of handling basic 3D rendering and light creative workloads, but it lacks the compute power for professional-grade rendering or intensive machine learning tasks. The lack of tensor cores in the FACT PACK data further indicates that AI-accelerated workloads are not a focus for this card.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance imbalance between the i9-12900F and the Arc A380E is stark. The CPU sits in the 89th percentile, while the GPU is in the 50th percentile, creating a 39-percentage-point gap. In gaming scenarios, the GPU will almost certainly be the limiting factor. The CPU's high single-thread scores mean it can process game logic and physics quickly, but the GPU's modest FP32 throughput will cap frame rates in graphics-bound situations. For 1080p gaming, the GPU's 4.096 TFLOPS will struggle to maintain high frame rates in demanding titles, regardless of the CPU's capabilities.

In productivity workloads, the CPU will dominate performance. Tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation rely heavily on CPU multi-threaded performance, where the i9-12900F excels with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30405. The GPU's role in these tasks is often limited to GPU-accelerated effects or rendering, where its 50th percentile performance may provide some acceleration but not a transformative experience. The combined percentile of 70 for the build reflects this imbalance, with the CPU dragging the overall score up significantly.

The lack of measured FPS data means the exact bottleneck behavior cannot be quantified, but the benchmark scores provide clear evidence. For gaming, the GPU's low FP32 throughput and limited memory bandwidth will cause it to be the primary constraint. For productivity, the CPU's high core count and clock speeds will ensure it remains the driving force. The power draw difference is also notable: the CPU has a 65 W TDP, while the GPU has a 75 W TDP, suggesting a relatively balanced power consumption despite the performance gap.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark scores are consistently strong across multiple suites. In Cinebench R15, it scores 3064 multi-core and 432 single-core. In Cinebench R20, the scores are 12770 multi-core and 1802 single-core. The Cinebench R23 results are 30405 multi-core and 4292 single-core. Geekbench shows 15965 multi-core and 2339 single-core. The PassMark suite provides a comprehensive view: multithread score of 35912, single-thread score of 4017, integer math at 129504, floating-point math at 96452, data compression at 451402, data encryption at 25251, extended instructions at 28265, physics at 1842, and random string sorting at 48477.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 47176, placing it in the 89th percentile. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700KF, has an almost identical average score of 47330 with a delta of -0.3%. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022 (+0.3% delta), the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971 (+0.4% delta), and the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H scores 47468 (-0.6% delta). These tight margins indicate that the i9-12900F is still a highly competitive processor, even against newer silicon.

The GPU has no benchmark scores listed in the FACT PACK and its average benchmark score is 0, which makes direct performance comparison impossible. Its 50th percentile ranking is the only quantitative measure available. The combined percentile for the build is 70, reflecting the CPU's high performance and the GPU's mid-range positioning. The pair rank by FPS is null, further confirming the absence of measured gaming data.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-12900F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s, and ECC memory is supported. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, offering ample bandwidth for high-speed storage and expansion cards. The platform is mature, with the socket having been used across multiple generations, though the CPU's release date of January 2022 suggests it is now a previous-generation part.

The GPU connects via PCIe 4.0 x8, which is compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 slots, though the bandwidth is limited to the GPU's interface. The GPU requires no power connectors and has a 75 W TDP, with a suggested PSU of 250 W. This low power requirement means the system can be built with a modest power supply, leaving headroom for upgrades. The CPU's 65 W TDP further reinforces this efficiency, though a higher-end PSU would be advisable if the user plans to upgrade the GPU in the future.

The most sensible next upgrade for this build would be a more powerful GPU. The CPU's 89th percentile performance means it can handle significantly faster graphics cards without becoming a bottleneck. A GPU with higher FP32 throughput and more memory would unlock the CPU's full potential in gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads. Alternatively, the CPU could be upgraded to a newer Socket 1700 part, but the performance delta to the nearest rivals is so small that the benefit would be marginal. The platform's support for both DDR4 and DDR5 provides flexibility, though the current memory bandwidth is a limiting factor for some workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The CPU's strong single-core performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 score of 4292, ensures that game logic and physics are processed efficiently. However, the GPU's 50th percentile ranking and 4.096 TFLOPS FP32 performance will limit frame rates in graphically demanding titles. At 1080p with medium settings, the build should achieve playable frame rates in most games, but high-refresh (144Hz+) gaming will be challenging in AAA titles. Esports games are more feasible, as they are often less GPU-intensive.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, combined with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30405, provide ample headroom for encoding and streaming simultaneously. The PassMark data encryption score of 25251 indicates the CPU can handle encryption overhead, which is relevant for secure streaming protocols. The GPU's modest capabilities mean game capture and encoding will rely primarily on the CPU, which is well-suited for this task.

Video Editing: The CPU's high multi-thread performance is ideal for video editing, with the multi-core scores suggesting smooth timeline scrubbing and fast export times. The GPU's 6 GB of VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth can handle GPU-accelerated effects, though complex compositions may strain its resources. The build is capable of 1080p video editing with ease, and 4K editing is possible with proxy workflows.

3D Rendering: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30405 places the CPU in a strong position for CPU-based rendering, which is common in many 3D applications. The GPU's FP32 performance of 4.096 TFLOPS is sufficient for basic GPU rendering, but it is not a professional-grade renderer. For Blender or similar software, the CPU will be the primary render engine, with the GPU providing limited acceleration.

Software Development: The CPU's integer math score of 129504 and multithread score of 35912 indicate strong performance for compilation and testing. The data compression score of 451402 suggests fast handling of large codebases. The GPU is less relevant for development tasks, but the build is well-suited for full-stack development, containerized workloads, and local testing.

Student and Office Work: The CPU's single-thread performance ensures responsive application launches and smooth multitasking. The PassMark single-thread score of 4017 confirms snappy performance in office suites and web browsers. The GPU's 4x DisplayPort 2.0 outputs support multi-monitor setups, which is beneficial for productivity. The build is overkill for basic office tasks, but it provides headroom for more demanding academic workloads like data analysis or light CAD work.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-12900F ranks in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of processors on the market.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700KF?

A: The i9-12900F has an average benchmark score of 47176, while the i7-13700KF scores 47330, resulting in a negligible delta of -0.3%, meaning the two processors perform virtually identically.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all graphics cards?

A: The Intel Arc A380E ranks in the 50th percentile among all GPUs, placing it exactly in the middle of the performance spectrum.

Q: How much memory bandwidth does the GPU have?

A: The GPU has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus, providing 186.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

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

A: The combined percentile for the build is 70, reflecting the CPU's high performance and the GPU's mid-range positioning.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-12900F supports ECC memory, which is useful for workstation and server applications that require data integrity.

Q: What is the GPU's TDP and suggested power supply rating?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 75 W and requires no power connectors, with a suggested PSU rating of 250 W for the overall system.

Who Should Build It

This build is suitable for users who prioritize CPU-intensive workloads over gaming performance. The i9-12900F's 89th percentile ranking makes it an excellent choice for content creators, software developers, and professionals who rely on multi-threaded processing power. Video editors will benefit from the CPU's strong multi-core scores, while developers will appreciate the high integer math and compilation performance. Students in engineering or computer science programs can leverage the CPU's capabilities for simulations and coding projects, though the GPU is adequate for basic graphics tasks.

For gamers, this build is best suited for those who play at 1080p with medium settings and are willing to sacrifice visual fidelity for playable frame rates. The GPU's 50th percentile performance is sufficient for esports titles and older games, but modern AAA games will require reduced settings. Small business workstations can benefit from the CPU's reliability and ECC memory support, making it suitable for financial modeling, data analysis, and other business applications that require consistent performance. The build's low power consumption, with a 65 W CPU and 75 W GPU, also makes it attractive for offices concerned about energy efficiency.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that pairs the Intel Core i9-12900F, a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with the Intel Arc A380E, a compact single-slot GPU based on the Xe-HPG architecture. The CPU is a high-end part with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is a budget-oriented card with a 75 W TDP. The combined percentile of 70 places this build above average, but the performance is heavily skewed toward the CPU.

The CPU's 89th percentile ranking makes it a top-tier processor, while the GPU's 50th percentile ranking is mid-pack. This imbalance means the build excels in CPU-bound tasks like rendering, compilation, and data processing, but it is only average in GPU-bound tasks like gaming and GPU-accelerated rendering. The build is classified as desktop, and its overall tier reflects a system that can handle professional workloads but is not optimized for high-end gaming. Users seeking a balanced system would need to upgrade the GPU to better match the CPU's capabilities.