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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-12900F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106

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94%

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Intel Core i9-12900F

47,176 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106

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90-100

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70-89

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50-69

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The Intel Core i9-12900F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 represents a specific kind of desktop build: one that prioritizes high-end processing throughput while pairing it with a mid-range graphics solution. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Alder Lake-S part with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, built on Intel's 10 nm process. The GPU, based on the Ada Lovelace architecture and built on TSMC's 5 nm process, offers 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus. This combination is unusual in that the processor is significantly more capable than the graphics card in raw computational terms, which shapes the entire character of the system. The CPU sits at the 89th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is at the 50th percentile, making the processor the clear dominant component in this pairing.

CPU Analysis

The Core i9-12900F is a powerful desktop processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads. Its 16 cores and 24 threads allow it to handle heavily parallel tasks with ease, and the benchmark data confirms this. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 30405 points in the multi-core test, which places it in a competitive position relative to its nearest rivals. It is 0.3% behind the Intel Core i7-13700KF, which scores 47330 in the average benchmark score metric, and 0.6% behind the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H. However, it is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900. The single-core performance is also strong, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4292, indicating that the architecture handles lightly-threaded tasks efficiently as well.

The cache hierarchy is substantial, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 30 MB L3 cache. This large pool of fast memory helps feed the 16 cores, particularly in workloads that require frequent data access. The processor 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, which is a notable feature for users who require data integrity in their work. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, which allows for high-speed connectivity to compatible storage devices and expansion cards.

The TDP is rated at 65 W, which is relatively modest for a 16-core processor, suggesting that the power delivery and cooling requirements are manageable. The benchmark scores in PassMark further illustrate the CPU's capabilities: it scores 35912 in multithreaded tests, 4017 in single-thread tests, and 129504 in integer math, demonstrating strong performance in a variety of computational tasks. The data encryption score of 25251 and the floating-point math score of 96452 indicate that the processor is well-suited for security-related workloads and scientific computing, respectively. The die size is 215 mm², and it is produced by Intel at a 10 nm process node, which contributes to its efficiency and performance characteristics.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel Socket 1700, which is the socket for Intel's 12th Gen Alder Lake processors. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in choosing their memory type based on availability and preference. The memory bandwidth is rated at 76.8 GB/s, which is the theoretical maximum for the dual-channel memory controller. The PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, which is a forward-looking feature that allows for the installation of the latest high-speed SSDs and graphics cards, although the GPU in this build uses PCIe 4.0 x8.

The suggested PSU for this build is 300 W, which is a low figure considering the CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 115 W TDP. This indicates that the system has significant power supply headroom, meaning that a builder could potentially upgrade to a more power-hungry graphics card in the future without necessarily needing to replace the power supply, assuming the 300 W figure is sufficient for the rest of the system components. The CPU is multiplier unlocked, which allows for overclocking, although the "F" suffix means it lacks integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is mandatory.

For a sensible next upgrade, the data suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this system. The processor is performing at the 89th percentile, which is high, so a user looking to improve system performance would likely focus on the GPU. The GPU is at the 50th percentile, and its successor, the GeForce 50 series, has already been released, according to the data. Upgrading to a more powerful graphics card that utilizes the available PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU would be a logical step. The 300 W PSU suggestion provides a baseline for what is needed, but a more powerful GPU would likely require a higher wattage unit, which is not specified in the data. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means that a platform change would be required to move to a newer socket, but within the current platform, the CPU has ample performance headroom.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination of CPU and GPU. The dataIsMeasured field is false, and the measuredFpsUltraByGame object is empty. Therefore, all FPS figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores of the individual components, not direct measurements. The CPU's strong single-core performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4292 and the PassMark single-thread score of 4017, suggests that it will not bottleneck in most gaming scenarios. The GPU, however, is the primary determinant of frame rates in graphically intensive games.

The RTX 4060 AD106, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth, is positioned as a 1080p-class graphics card. The GPU's benchmark percentile is 50, which indicates average performance relative to all other GPUs. In less demanding esports titles, the CPU's high IPC and the GPU's capabilities would likely yield high frame rates at 1080p, possibly exceeding 144 FPS in many titles. For more demanding AAA games at 1080p with ultra settings, the 8 GB VRAM might be a limiting factor in some titles, but the GPU should be able to maintain playable frame rates, likely in the 60-100 FPS range depending on the specific game. At 1440p, the GPU would struggle more, and frame rates would likely drop below 60 FPS in the most demanding titles, as the 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB VRAM become constraints. At 4K, the GPU is not a suitable choice, as the data suggests it is not designed for that resolution. These are estimates, and actual performance will vary by title, driver, and system configuration.

Who Should Build It

This build targets a user who needs substantial CPU processing power for productivity or content creation tasks, but who also wants a capable GPU for gaming at 1080p or light 1440p. The CPU's benchmark scores make it suitable for developers compiling code, students running simulations, or small business workstations handling complex data analysis. The PassMark data encryption score of 25251 and the extended instructions score of 28265 indicate strong performance in security-related and cryptographic workloads. The high multi-threaded scores in Cinebench R23 (30405) and Geekbench (15965) make it a good fit for video editors, 3D modelers, and other content creators who rely on CPU rendering.

For gamers, this system is positioned for 1080p ultra settings, where the RTX 4060 AD106 is most comfortable. The CPU's performance ensures that it will not be the bottleneck in most games, allowing the GPU to be the limiting factor. The system is less suitable for 4K gaming, where the GPU's memory bandwidth and capacity would be insufficient. The build is also a reasonable choice for a workstation that occasionally plays games, as the CPU's power is the primary selling point. The 65 W TDP of the CPU and the 115 W TDP of the GPU mean that the system is relatively easy to cool and power, making it a practical choice for a quiet or compact desktop build, although the GPU is a dual-slot card.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data clearly shows an imbalance between the CPU and GPU. The CPU is at the 89th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 47176, while the GPU is at the 50th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 0. This means that in most workloads, the GPU will be the limiting factor. In gaming, the CPU will often be waiting for the GPU to render frames, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU's high single-core scores (Cinebench R23 single-core 4292) mean that it can feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic faster than the GPU can render them, particularly at 1080p.

In CPU-bound tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, or data processing, the CPU is the dominant component, and the GPU plays a minimal role. The PassMark multithread score of 35912 and the integer math score of 129504 indicate that the CPU can handle these tasks with ease. The bottleneck in these scenarios would be the CPU itself, but given its high percentile, it is a capable processor. The FPS scaling in gaming would show that the GPU is the primary constraint: as resolution increases from 1080p to 1440p to 4K, the frame rate would drop significantly, not because the CPU is struggling, but because the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus cannot keep up with the increased pixel workload. The 272.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is a limiting factor for the GPU, and this would be evident in texture-heavy scenes. The build is well-balanced for productivity, where the CPU is the star, but it is GPU-limited in gaming.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i9-12900F has an average benchmark score of 47176. It is 0.3% behind the Intel Core i7-13700KF (score 47330) and 0.6% behind the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H (score 47468). It is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (score 47022) and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (score 46971).

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: No. The "F" suffix in the name "Intel Core i9-12900F" indicates that the processor does not have integrated graphics. A discrete GPU is required for display output.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, with a memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 2125 MHz, which translates to 17 Gbps effective.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: Yes. The multiplier is unlocked, which allows for overclocking. The base clock is 2.40 GHz and the boost clock is 5.10 GHz, but overclocking can push the clocks higher, depending on cooling and silicon quality.

Q: What is the GPU's production status?

A: The GPU is marked as "End-of-life." Its predecessor is the GeForce 30 series, and its successor is the GeForce 50 series.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this build?

A: The combined percentile for this CPU and GPU pairing is 70, which places it above the median for all desktop builds. The CPU is at the 89th percentile, and the GPU is at the 50th percentile.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU TDP is 65 W, and the GPU TDP is 115 W. The suggested PSU for the system is 300 W.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 is a mid-range graphics card built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, using TSMC's 5 nm process. It has 22,900 million transistors on a die size of 188 mm², with a transistor density of 121.8M / mm². The GPU has 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 raster operation units. It also features 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores, which are dedicated to ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads, respectively. The base clock is 1830 MHz, and the boost clock is 2460 MHz. The memory operates at 2125 MHz (17 Gbps effective) for a total bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s across an 8 GB GDDR6 memory interface.

The GPU's raw compute performance is rated at 15.11 TFLOPS for FP32 and FP16 (1:1), which is a measure of its general-purpose computing power. The pixel rate is 118.1 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 236.2 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with the latest game APIs. It connects via a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, which is sufficient for its bandwidth needs. The card is a dual-slot design, requires a single 12-pin power connector, and has a TDP of 115 W. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a.

The GPU's performance percentile is 50, which means it is exactly average compared to all other GPUs. There are no benchmark scores or nearest rivals listed for the GPU. This indicates that the GPU is not a high-end part, and its performance is expected to be adequate for 1080p gaming and light 1440p, but not for high-refresh-rate 1440p or 4K gaming. The 8 GB VRAM is a potential limitation in modern games that require more memory, and the 128-bit memory bus limits the memory bandwidth. For rendering tasks, the 24 RT cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and the 96 tensor cores can accelerate DLSS and other AI-based features, which can help improve performance in supported games. The GPU is a solid choice for a mainstream gaming PC, but it is not a performance leader.

Build Overview

This build is a desktop-class system that pairs a high-end Intel Core i9-12900F processor with a mid-range NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 graphics card. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Alder Lake-S part with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, and it performs at the 89th percentile among all CPUs. The GPU is an Ada Lovelace architecture part with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, and it performs at the 50th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 70, which places it in the upper half of all desktop builds.

The overall tier of this build is that of a workstation-class CPU paired with a mainstream gaming GPU. It is not a balanced high-end gaming rig, nor is it a professional-grade rendering workstation. Instead, it is a system that excels at CPU-intensive tasks like content creation, software development, and data analysis, while providing a competent 1080p gaming experience. The CPU's high performance is the defining feature, and the GPU is sufficient to complement it for everyday use and gaming. The system is well-suited for users who prioritize processing power over graphical fidelity.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data shows a clear picture of the system's capabilities. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 30405, and its single-core score is 4292. In Geekbench, the multi-core score is 15965, and the single-core score is 2339. The PassMark multithread score is 35912, and the single-thread score is 4017. These scores place the CPU at the 89th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 47176. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700KF, has an average score of 47330, which is 0.3% higher.

The GPU has no benchmark scores listed in the data, but its percentile is 50, and its average benchmark score is 0. This lack of data makes it difficult to compare directly to rivals, but the percentile indicates that it is an average performer. The combined percentile for the build is 70. The CPU is clearly the dominant component in this pairing, and the GPU is the limiting factor in graphics-intensive workloads. The estimated FPS in games would be driven by the GPU's performance, which is average, meaning that the system is best suited for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings, with lower frame rates expected at higher resolutions. The data shows that this is a CPU-first build, and the GPU is secondary in importance.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-12900F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106

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