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Intel Core i9-12900HX

35,003 Benchmark Score

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Intel Arc A570M

58,239 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i9-12900HX paired with the Intel Arc A570M is a mobile configuration with a combined performance percentile of 86. This analysis relies on synthetic benchmark scores because the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact combination; therefore, all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from these scores rather than direct gameplay measurements.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for this CPU-GPU pairing, so the following frame rate expectations are qualitative estimates based on the GPU's benchmark scores and the CPU's processing power.

The Intel Arc A570M achieves a Geekbench OpenCL score of 58239, placing it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. This score indicates that the GPU is positioned for solid 1080p gaming, with the capability to handle most titles at high settings. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth suggest that texture-heavy games will load assets without issue, though the 128-bit bus width may limit performance at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth becomes a bottleneck.

For esports and competitive titles, the combination of the i9-12900HX's 16 cores with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and the Arc A570M's 2048 shading units should provide frame rates well above playable thresholds at 1080p. These games are typically CPU-bound, and the processor's single-thread score of 1026 in 3dmark and 3745 in Passmark indicates strong per-core performance that will keep frame pacing consistent.

At 1440p, the Arc A570M will likely start to feel the strain. The FP32 compute of 5.325 TFLOPS is modest by modern standards, and the 1300 MHz boost clock limits raw throughput. Users should expect to lower graphical presets to maintain smooth gameplay at this resolution. The GPU's 88th percentile ranking versus all GPUs, however, means it outperforms a significant majority of the field, so 1440p gaming remains viable with adjusted settings.

The RT capabilities are present with 16 dedicated RT cores, but the overall compute power suggests that ray tracing should be used sparingly. Titles with heavy RT workloads may see significant frame rate drops, making this a feature to enable for visual fidelity rather than competitive play. The DirectX 12 Ultimate support ensures compatibility with modern rendering features, but the hardware muscle to run them at high settings is limited.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i9-12900HX and Intel Arc A570M is 86, indicating the configuration outperforms 86% of all CPU-GPU combinations in the database.

Q: How does the Arc A570M compare to the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT?

A: The Arc A570M scores 58239 in Geekbench OpenCL, which is 0.3% lower than the RX 6950 XT's score of 58392. This places the two GPUs at nearly identical benchmark performance levels.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance?

A: The i9-12900HX scores 1026 in 3dmark single-thread and 3745 in Passmark single-thread tests. This strong single-core performance is important for gaming and lightly-threaded applications.

Q: Does the Arc A570M support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, the Arc A570M includes 16 dedicated ray tracing cores, though its overall compute power of 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 means ray tracing performance will be limited compared to higher-tier GPUs.

Q: What memory configuration does the i9-12900HX support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it also supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a mobile processor.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The Arc A570M has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a total bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s.

Q: How does the i9-12900HX compare to the Intel Core i7-13800H?

A: The i9-12900HX has an average benchmark score of 35003, while the i7-13800H scores 34988, a delta of 0%. The two CPUs are effectively tied in overall performance.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU benchmarks show a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads. The i9-12900HX achieves a 3dmark max-threads score of 9067, and its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23150 demonstrates substantial rendering capability. The Passmark multithread score of 33158 and integer math score of 113416 further confirm this strength. The processor sits in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35003.

The GPU benchmarks are more limited, with only a Geekbench OpenCL score of 58239 available. This single data point places the Arc A570M in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals are telling: the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT is 0.3% faster, the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM is 0.3% slower, and the NVIDIA P102-100 is 0.5% slower. This places the Arc A570M in a competitive mid-range segment despite being a mobile part.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU is strong but not elite, and the GPU is similarly positioned. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13800H, matches its average score exactly, while the Core i5-14500HX is 0.3% faster. The CPU's Cinebench R20 multicore score of 11764 and single-core score of 1660 indicate balanced performance across thread counts. The data compression score of 400636 and encryption score of 22932 show strong throughput for data-heavy tasks.

The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 58239 must be contextualized by its hardware. With 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, the architecture is designed for mainstream gaming. The 16 RT cores and DirectX 12 Ultimate support provide modern feature set, but the 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 limits raw compute. The pixel rate of 83.20 GPixel/s and texture rate of 166.4 GTexel/s are adequate for 1080p rendering.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets laptop buyers who need a balance of CPU-heavy productivity and mainstream gaming. The i9-12900HX's 16 cores and 24 threads make it suitable for content creators working in video editing and 3D rendering. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23150 indicates the CPU can handle complex render jobs, though it will not match desktop high-end parts.

Gamers at 1080p will find this pairing suitable for high-refresh gaming in most titles. The GPU's 88th percentile ranking means it outperforms most other GPUs, and the CPU's single-thread scores ensure that frame rates will not be CPU-limited in most scenarios. Users targeting 1440p should be prepared to adjust settings, as the GPU's 224.0 GB/s bandwidth may become a limiting factor.

Software developers and data analysts will benefit from the CPU's Passmark scores. The integer math score of 113416 and floating-point math score of 84410 indicate strong number-crunching ability. The data encryption score of 22932 provides confidence in secure workloads. Students in engineering or computer science programs will find the CPU capable for compilation and simulation tasks.

Small business workstations that need to handle both compute and graphics workloads could use this configuration. The CPU's ECC memory support is a notable feature for data integrity in professional environments. However, the 55W TDP of the CPU and 75W TDP of the GPU mean this is not an ultraportable solution; it is best suited for larger laptops with adequate cooling.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the combination of the i9-12900HX's 5.00 GHz boost clock and the Arc A570M's 2048 shading units should drive frame rates high enough for 144Hz monitors in less demanding titles. The CPU's 3dmark 2-thread score of 1994 indicates strong light-thread performance, which is critical for maintaining high average frames.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The Passmark multithread score of 33158 shows the processor can handle simultaneous gaming and encoding workloads. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for game capture and streaming overlays.

Video editing: The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 11764 and R23 score of 23150 indicate strong rendering performance for export tasks. The GPU's 10.65 TFLOPS FP16 performance can accelerate effects and color grading, though the 128-bit memory bus may slow certain operations.

3D rendering: The CPU's high core count and 30 MB shared L3 cache make it well-suited for CPU-based rendering. The Passmark find-prime-numbers score of 132 is weak, but the floating-point math score of 84410 shows good computational throughput. The GPU's 16 RT cores can accelerate ray-traced renders, but the 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 limits overall render speeds.

Software development: The CPU's data compression score of 400636 and random string sorting score of 43877 indicate fast compilers and data processing. The 24 threads allow for parallel builds, and the single-thread scores ensure responsive IDE performance. The GPU is more than adequate for multiple monitors and UI acceleration.

Student and office work: This configuration is overkill for standard office tasks, but the CPU's efficiency in multi-threaded workloads means it will breeze through spreadsheets, document processing, and data analysis. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is unnecessary for this scenario, but the overall system will remain responsive for years.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A570M is built on the DG2-256 chip using TSMC's 6 nm process, containing 11,500 million transistors on a 269 mm² die. The GPU operates at a base clock of 900 MHz with a boost clock of 1300 MHz, which is conservative for the architecture. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory runs at 1750 MHz with an effective data rate of 14 Gbps, delivering 224.0 GB/s across a 128-bit bus.

The GPU's 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units make up the core configuration. The pixel rate of 83.20 GPixel/s and texture rate of 166.4 GTexel/s are mid-range figures. The FP32 performance of 5.325 TFLOPS is the headline compute number, while FP16 performance doubles to 10.65 TFLOPS with a 2:1 ratio.

For ray tracing, the 16 dedicated RT cores provide hardware acceleration, and the DirectX 12 Ultimate support ensures compatibility with the latest APIs. The Vulkan 1.4 and OpenGL 4.6 support give broad software compatibility. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface is sufficient for mobile use, though it limits bandwidth compared to x16 desktop slots.

The Geekbench OpenCL score of 58239 places the GPU in the 88th percentile, with the nearest rival being the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT at 0.3% faster. This score suggests strong compute performance for a mobile GPU. The 75W TDP is reasonable for a laptop component, and the "IGP" slot width indicates it is designed for integration into mobile motherboards rather than as a discrete add-in card.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-12900HX is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. The die size is 215 mm², and it uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket, indicating a soldered mobile design. The base clock is 2.30 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, providing a wide dynamic range for power management.

The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache is beneficial for workloads that share data across cores. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, with ECC memory support being a notable feature for professional applications. PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes is available from the CPU.

The benchmark scores paint a picture of a well-rounded performer. The 3dmark 16-thread score of 8077 and max-threads score of 9067 show good scaling. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23150 is strong for a mobile CPU, while the single-core score of 1912.5 indicates competent per-core performance. The Passmark scores are comprehensive: multithread at 33158, integer math at 113416, floating-point math at 84410, data encryption at 22932, and data compression at 400636.

The CPU's 84th percentile ranking versus all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35003, places it in the upper tier of processors. The nearest rivals are nearly identical: the Intel Core i7-13800H is 0% different, the Intel Core 7 253PTE is 0.1% faster, the Intel Core i5-14500HX is 0.3% faster, and the Intel Xeon 6349P is 0.3% slower. This means the i9-12900HX is squarely in a competitive cluster of high-end mobile and workstation CPUs.

Build Overview

This build is a laptop-class configuration combining the Intel Core i9-12900HX with the Intel Arc A570M. The build class is explicitly "laptop," meaning both components are designed for mobile integration. The combined percentile of 86 places this pairing in the upper tier of systems in the database.

The CPU is a high-end mobile processor from Intel's 12th generation Core series, using the Alder Lake-HX architecture. The GPU is a mid-range mobile part from Intel's Arc Alchemist generation, built on the Xe-HPG architecture. Together, they form a system that is stronger in CPU-heavy tasks than in GPU-heavy tasks.

The CPU's 84th percentile and the GPU's 88th percentile are close, indicating a relatively balanced pairing. The combined percentile of 86 is slightly lower than either individual percentile, suggesting that the interaction of the two components produces a system that is slightly less than the sum of its parts. This is common in mobile configurations where power and thermal constraints limit sustained performance.

The generation mix is notable: the CPU is from 2022 (release date May 2022), while the GPU is from 2023 (release date July 2023). This one-year gap means the GPU is a newer design, but the CPU is still competitive due to its high core count and clock speeds. Both components are marked as "Active" in production status.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the CPU and GPU is close, with the CPU at the 84th percentile and the GPU at the 88th percentile. This indicates that neither component dramatically outclasses the other, but the GPU holds a slight edge in its relative standing. In gaming workloads, the GPU is likely to be the primary bottleneck at 1080p and above, as the CPU's single-thread performance is more than sufficient for most games.

The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance means that in CPU-intensive scenarios like video encoding, 3D rendering, or software compilation, the GPU will not be a limiting factor. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23150 shows the CPU can feed the GPU with data faster than the GPU can process it in many compute workloads. However, the GPU's 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 means that compute tasks leveraging the GPU will be limited by the graphics card.

In gaming, the bottleneck shifts to the GPU in most scenarios. The CPU's 3dmark 2-thread score of 1994 and single-thread score of 1026 indicate that it can handle game logic and physics without issue. The GPU's 88th percentile ranking, while strong, is not elite, and its 224.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is a potential constraint at higher resolutions.

For content creation, the balance is more nuanced. The CPU excels in tasks that are multi-threaded and memory-cache friendly, as evidenced by the data compression score of 400636. The GPU's 16 RT cores can accelerate ray-traced workloads, but the overall FP32 throughput will be a limiting factor for intensive renders. The system is balanced in the sense that different workloads will bottleneck on different components, but neither component is so weak that it holds the other back in its primary use case. The 75W TDP GPU and 55W TDP CPU suggest a power envelope that limits sustained peak performance, which may cause the bottleneck to shift depending on thermal headroom.

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