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Intel Core i9-12900HK

26,469 Benchmark Score

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Intel Arc A350M

24,647 Benchmark Score

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70-89

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The Intel Core i9-12900HK paired with the Intel Arc A350M represents a specific laptop configuration where a high-end, multi-threaded CPU is matched with an entry-level discrete GPU. This pairing produces a stark performance dichotomy: the processor ranks in the 78th percentile among all CPUs, while the graphics card sits in the 70th percentile among all GPUs. The data indicates a system engineered for processor-intensive productivity tasks rather than high-end gaming, as the CPU’s capabilities far exceed what the GPU can utilize in graphical workloads. This analysis draws exclusively from the benchmark data provided, which includes no measured frame rates for this exact combination.

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the Intel Core i9-12900HK?

A: The Intel Core i9-12900HK features 14 cores and 20 threads, built on the Alder Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node from Intel.

Q: What is the average benchmark score and percentile ranking for the Intel Arc A350M?

A: The Intel Arc A350M has an average benchmark score of 24647 and sits in the 70th percentile of all GPUs, placing it in the mid-range tier of graphics hardware.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its closest rival?

A: In the 3dMark max threads test, the Intel Core i9-12900HK scores 6829. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-1280P, has an identical average score of 26469, showing a 0% deltaPct in overall performance.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth and bus width of the Intel Arc A350M?

A: The Intel Arc A350M features a 64-bit memory bus with a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s, utilizing 4 GB of GDDR6 memory.

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the Intel Core i9-12900HK?

A: The Intel Core i9-12900HK has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a TDP of 45 W.

Q: What are the key API supports for the Intel Arc A350M?

A: The Intel Arc A350M supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it compatible with modern graphical standards.

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

A: The combined percentile for this laptop configuration is 74, reflecting the system's overall position relative to all other benchmarked CPU and GPU combinations.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data reveals a pronounced imbalance between the CPU and GPU, with the processor being the dominant component. The Intel Core i9-12900HK’s average benchmark score is 26469, placing it in the 78th percentile, while the Intel Arc A350M’s average score is 24647, placing it in the 70th percentile. This 8-percentile-point gap indicates that the CPU is the stronger component, and in most workloads, the GPU will be the limiting factor, especially in graphics-intensive tasks like gaming.

The 3dmark thread scaling data for the CPU illustrates its strength: the single-thread score is 1025, but the 2-thread score jumps to 1942, and the max-thread score reaches 6829. This scaling shows robust multi-threading efficiency, meaning the CPU can handle a high number of concurrent tasks without significant performance degradation. In contrast, the GPU’s FP32 performance is 3.379 TFLOPS, which is a moderate figure for a mobile GPU. When a workload requires both components, such as in gaming, the GPU’s frame rendering will cap the system's output, leaving the CPU underutilized.

In productivity workloads like video editing or 3D rendering, the bottleneck shifts. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18288 is substantial, allowing for fast processing of complex scenes. However, the GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth may limit texture loading and real-time preview performance. The data suggests that for CPU-centric tasks like data compression (Passmark score of 294908) or integer math (89527), the system will perform admirably. For GPU-centric tasks, the A350M’s pixel rate of 52.80 GPixel/s and texture rate of 105.6 GTexel/s are adequate for 1080p gaming but will become the primary constraint at higher resolutions or with demanding graphical settings.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU and GPU combination in the FACT PACK. All gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than empirical results.

Based on the GPU’s average benchmark score of 24647 and its 70th percentile ranking, the Intel Arc A350M is positioned as an entry-level discrete GPU. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 590, has a score of 24744, a deltaPct of -0.4%, indicating near-parity in compute performance. The GPU’s 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus with 112.0 GB/s bandwidth suggests it is designed for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings, not for high-refresh or high-resolution play.

For esports titles and older games, the system should handle 1080p at high frame rates, given the CPU’s strong single-thread score of 3567 in Passmark. For modern AAA titles, the GPU will likely struggle to maintain 60 FPS at 1080p with ultra settings, as its FP32 performance of 3.379 TFLOPS is modest. The CPU’s performance is not a limiting factor here; the GPU’s 24 ROPs and 48 TMUs are the hardware constraints. Gamers should expect playable frame rates at 1080p with reduced graphical settings, but the system is not suited for 1440p or 4K gaming, where the GPU’s memory bandwidth and compute power would be insufficient.

Who Should Build It

This configuration is tailored for users who prioritize CPU-intensive workloads over graphical performance. The Intel Core i9-12900HK’s 78th percentile ranking and 14-core, 20-thread design make it an excellent choice for software developers compiling code, students running data analysis scripts, or small business workstations handling spreadsheet and database tasks. The Passmark multithread score of 25697 and data encryption score of 17445 indicate strong performance in multi-threaded office applications.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will find the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18288 beneficial for export and rendering tasks. However, the Intel Arc A350M’s 70th percentile ranking means GPU-accelerated effects and real-time previews will be slower than on systems with higher-tier graphics cards. This build is not recommended for gamers seeking high-refresh 1080p or 1440p experiences, as the GPU will bottleneck the CPU’s potential. Instead, it suits professionals who need a powerful processor for computation and use the GPU for basic display output or light graphical work.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i9-12900HK demonstrates strong all-around CPU performance, with an average benchmark score of 26469 and a 78th percentile ranking. Its nearest rivals show tight competition: the Intel Core i7-1280P has an identical average score of 26469 (0% deltaPct), and the AMD Ryzen 5 8640U scores 26462 (0% deltaPct). The CPU excels in multi-threaded tests, with a 3dmark max threads score of 6829, and shows good single-thread performance with a score of 1025. In Cinebench R23, it achieves 18288 multicore and 1673 singlecore, indicating balanced capability for both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads.

The Intel Arc A350M, with an average benchmark score of 24647, ranks in the 70th percentile. Its closest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 590, which scores 24744 (-0.4% deltaPct), showing the A350M is statistically similar in compute performance. The GPU’s Geekbench OpenCL score is 24546, and its Vulkan score is 24747, demonstrating consistent performance across different APIs. The combined picture is a system where the CPU is the clear performance leader, with the GPU providing adequate but not exceptional graphical power, resulting in a combined percentile of 74.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A350M is built on the Xe-HPG architecture with the DG2-128 chip, manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC. It contains 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die, with a transistor density of 45.9M per mm². The GPU operates at a base clock of 1150 MHz and a boost clock of 2200 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). It has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, providing 112.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

In terms of compute resources, the A350M has 768 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs, along with 6 ray tracing cores. Its FP32 performance is 3.379 TFLOPS, and FP16 performance is 6.758 TFLOPS (2:1). The pixel rate is 52.80 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 105.6 GTexel/s. The GPU’s benchmark scores, with a Geekbench OpenCL score of 24546 and a Vulkan score of 24747, place it near the AMD Radeon RX 590 (24744) and the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (24763), showing it is competitive with older desktop GPUs. For rendering, the 6 RT cores provide some ray tracing capability, but the 4 GB VRAM is a limitation for modern games with high-resolution textures. The GPU’s 70th percentile ranking confirms it is a mid-tier mobile part, suitable for 1080p gaming but not for demanding creative workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The Intel Arc A350M’s 70th percentile ranking and 3.379 TFLOPS FP32 performance are insufficient for high-refresh 1080p gaming at ultra settings. The GPU will bottleneck the CPU, limiting frame rates, though esports titles may run at high FPS due to the CPU’s strong single-thread score of 3567.

Streaming: The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads, with a 3dmark max threads score of 6829, can handle software encoding for streaming. The Passmark data encryption score of 17445 supports secure stream transmission, but the GPU’s modest performance means game capture at high settings will be challenging.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18288 enables fast rendering and export times. The GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p timelines, but 4K editing will be constrained by the GPU’s compute power and memory capacity.

3D rendering: The CPU’s high multi-threaded performance, with a Passmark multithread score of 25697, excels at CPU-based rendering. The GPU’s 6 RT cores provide some acceleration, but the 3.379 TFLOPS FP32 performance is modest, making GPU-accelerated renders slower than on higher-tier cards.

Software development: The CPU’s 78th percentile ranking and strong integer math score of 89527 make it ideal for compiling code and running virtual machines. The GPU is sufficient for basic display output and non-intensive graphical tasks.

Student and office work: The system handles multi-threaded office applications, spreadsheets, and data analysis with ease, as evidenced by the Passmark data compression score of 294908. The GPU’s 70th percentile ranking is more than enough for document editing and web browsing.

Build Overview

This build is a laptop configuration featuring the Intel Core i9-12900HK and Intel Arc A350M. The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread processor from the Core 12th Gen series, based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and a 45 W TDP. The GPU is an entry-level mobile part from Intel’s Arc 3 Mobile series, built on the Xe-HPG architecture with 4 GB of GDDR6 memory.

The system’s combined percentile is 74, placing it above average but not in the high-performance tier. The CPU’s 78th percentile ranking is strong, while the GPU’s 70th percentile is moderate. This pairing results in a system that is CPU-dominant, suited for productivity and content creation tasks that leverage multi-threading, but less capable in gaming scenarios where the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The overall tier is that of a capable workstation laptop, not a gaming machine.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-12900HK is a high-end mobile processor with 14 cores and 20 threads, using a hybrid architecture of performance and efficiency cores. It has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with an unlocked multiplier for potential overclocking. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, along with 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core.

Benchmark results show strong performance across the board. The 3dmark 16-thread score is 6441, and the max-thread score is 6829, indicating excellent multi-threading. The single-thread score of 1025 is respectable, and the Passmark single-thread score of 3567 confirms good single-core performance. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 18288 and singlecore score of 1673 demonstrate the CPU’s ability to handle both heavily threaded workloads and tasks that require high single-thread performance. The Passmark extended instructions score of 17583 and floating-point math score of 63572 show strong computational capability. The CPU’s 78th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 26469 place it in the upper echelon of processors, with its nearest rivals (Intel Core i7-1280P and AMD Ryzen 5 8640U) scoring nearly identically.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-12900HK uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a mobile platform, meaning the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and not upgradeable. The system supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, allowing for memory upgrades. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, which is sufficient for the Intel Arc A350M’s PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The GPU has a TDP of 25 W, and the CPU has a TDP of 45 W, so the system’s power delivery is designed for a combined load of approximately 70 W.

The suggested PSU is not specified in the data, but given the low TDPs, a standard laptop power adapter is sufficient. The primary upgrade path for this system is not the CPU or GPU, as both are integrated into a laptop chassis. Instead, users can upgrade memory and storage. The GPU’s production status is end-of-life, meaning no future driver optimizations or hardware revisions are planned. The CPU’s production status is active, but its socket is mobile-only, so a future upgrade would require a new laptop. For users seeking more graphical performance, the next sensible step would be a laptop with a higher-tier GPU, as the A350M’s 4 GB VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth are the main limitations.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-12900HK + Intel Arc A350M

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