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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-12900KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

93%

GPU

96%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-12900KF

42,830 Benchmark Score

Top 7% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

43,223 Benchmark Score

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30-60

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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

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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The Intel Core i9-12900KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER form a high-end desktop pairing that sits near the top of the performance distribution for both components. The CPU, a 16-core Alder Lake part, lands in the 88th percentile among all processors, while the GPU, an Ada Lovelace design, holds the 83rd percentile among all graphics cards. Together, this combination achieves an 86th percentile rank, indicating a system that excels in both heavily threaded productivity tasks and high-resolution gaming. The data shows a balanced platform where the CPU’s robust multi-core throughput is complemented by the GPU’s substantial rasterization and compute power, making it suitable for a wide range of demanding workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-12900KF is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 10 nm process. It features a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 30 MB L3 cache. This configuration supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel setup, and provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes from the CPU. The processor is unlocked, allowing for overclocking, and it targets the desktop market segment with an Intel Socket 1700 interface.

Benchmark results indicate a processor with exceptional scaling from single-thread to multi-thread workloads. The 3DMark scores progress from 1069 in single-thread to 2112 with 2 threads, 4132 with 4 threads, 7551 with 8 threads, 9860 with 16 threads, and peak at 11586 with max threads. This progression demonstrates efficient utilization of its hybrid core design, with performance nearly doubling up to 8 threads and continuing to scale to the full 24 threads. Cinebench R23 results reinforce this, showing a multi-core score of 34420 against a single-core score of 4859, a ratio of roughly 7:1 that highlights the processor’s ability to handle heavily parallel workloads like video rendering and compilation.

In real-world terms, the data suggests the 12900KF excels in tasks that can leverage its high thread count, such as 3D rendering, data compression, and software compilation. The Passmark multi-thread score of 40970, combined with a single-thread score of 4144, indicates strong performance across both lightly-threaded applications like gaming and heavily-threaded professional tools. The Geekbench multi-core score of 18113 and single-core score of 2361 further confirm its dual nature: it is fast enough for responsive everyday use, yet powerful enough for sustained multi-core workloads. The 88th percentile ranking places it ahead of the vast majority of CPUs, with nearest rivals including the Core i9-12900 (deltaPct -0.2) and the Core Ultra 9 386H (deltaPct -0.9), showing it is essentially at parity with its direct peers.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 42830, placing it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-12900, scores 42906, a delta of -0.2%, meaning the 12900KF is effectively tied with its non-K sibling. The Core i9-12950HX is 0.8% slower, while the Core Ultra 9 386H is 0.9% faster. This positioning indicates that the 12900KF sits at the top of its immediate class, with no significant performance gap to the next competitor.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4070 SUPER achieves an average benchmark score of 43223, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, scores 43262, a delta of -0.1%, showing near-identical performance. The GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile is also at -0.1%, while the RTX 4090 Mobile is 1% slower. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 and Passmark G3D score of 29995 indicate strong DirectX 12 performance, while Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores of 172795 and 205624, respectively, demonstrate robust compute capabilities.

The combined percentile for this CPU-GPU pairing is 86, reflecting a system that is well above average in both processing and graphics. The CPU’s multi-threaded strength, as shown by its Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 14456 and Passmark integer math score of 138932, pairs with the GPU’s 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance to create a platform capable of handling both simulation-heavy tasks and real-time graphics rendering. The data shows no single component is drastically out of balance; the CPU’s 88th percentile and GPU’s 83rd percentile are close, suggesting a system where neither part is likely to be a severe bottleneck for the other in most workloads.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s multi-threaded performance compared to its closest rival?

A: The Intel Core i9-12900KF has an average benchmark score of 42830, which is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i9-12900’s score of 42906. This means the two processors perform nearly identically, with the 12900KF being slightly behind by a negligible margin.

Q: How does the GPU’s compute performance compare to the RTX 4090 Mobile?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile has an average score of 43667. The deltaPct is -1, indicating the RTX 4070 SUPER is 1% slower than the mobile flagship, a very small difference.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4070 SUPER?

A: The GPU has a 192-bit memory bus with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This is achieved with a memory clock of 1313 MHz, which translates to 21 Gbps effective.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-12900KF has an unlocked multiplier, meaning it is designed for overclocking. This is indicated by the multiplierUnlocked field in the data, which is set to true.

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

A: The CPU achieves a 3DMark single-thread score of 1069 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4859. These scores place it in the upper tier for single-threaded tasks, which is important for gaming and lightly-threaded applications.

Q: What is the GPU’s DirectX 12 performance?

A: The GPU scores 4627 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark and 110 in the Passmark DirectX 12 test. These results indicate it is well-suited for modern DirectX 12 games, with the Steel Nomad score being a more representative measure of modern gaming loads.

Q: How does the CPU’s cache configuration affect performance?

A: The CPU has 30 MB of shared L3 cache, along with 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 80 KB of L1 per core. This large L3 cache helps reduce latency for frequently accessed data, contributing to the strong multi-threaded scores seen in Cinebench R23 (34420) and Geekbench (18113).

Who Should Build It

The data suggests this build is ideal for users who need a balance between high-refresh gaming and heavy productivity. Gamers targeting 1440p or 4K resolutions will benefit from the GPU’s 83rd percentile ranking, which indicates it can handle demanding titles with high settings. The CPU’s 88th percentile ranking ensures it will not hold back the GPU in most scenarios, making it a solid choice for enthusiasts who also stream or record gameplay.

Content creators, particularly video editors and 3D renderers, will find the CPU’s multi-core performance compelling. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 34420 and Passmark floating-point math score of 105558 show that the 12900KF can accelerate rendering times and complex simulations. The GPU’s 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute further aids in GPU-accelerated rendering and effects processing, making this a capable workstation for individual creators or small studios.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU’s thread scaling, with the 3DMark 16-thread score of 9860 indicating strong parallel processing. The 24 threads allow for faster build times on multi-threaded compilers. Additionally, the support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory provides flexibility in platform cost, though the data does not specify which is faster. Students and small business users in engineering or data analysis fields can leverage the CPU’s Passmark data encryption score of 29502 for secure computations, though the high performance may be more than needed for basic office work.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-12900KF uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is specific to 12th Gen Alder Lake processors. This platform supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 memory, giving builders the option to use existing RAM or newer, faster modules. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, which is sufficient for a single high-end GPU and one or more NVMe SSDs, though the RTX 4070 SUPER uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface.

The GPU has a TDP of 220 W, and the suggested PSU for the system is 550 W. This leaves headroom for the CPU’s 125 W TDP and other components, though the data notes the GPU is end-of-life with a successor in the GeForce 50 series. For a sensible next upgrade, a user could consider a newer GPU from the GeForce 50 series, as the RTX 4070 SUPER is marked as end-of-life. However, the current pairing is well-balanced, and the CPU’s 125 W TDP suggests it could handle a more power-hungry GPU if a future upgrade requires it, provided the PSU is adequate.

The platform’s memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means that upgrading to a newer CPU within the same socket generation is not possible, as the 12900KF is the top of the Alder Lake line. A next upgrade would likely involve changing the motherboard and CPU, moving to a newer socket. The data shows the CPU is still active in production, so it remains a viable option, but the platform is not forward-compatible with newer generations.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU-GPU combination. Therefore, all frame rate discussions are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The CPU’s single-thread performance, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 1069 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4859, suggests it can maintain high frame rates in CPU-bound games, as these tasks rely heavily on single-core speed.

The GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 29995 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 indicate it is capable of handling modern game engines at high settings. For 1080p gaming, the CPU’s strong single-thread performance is likely sufficient to drive very high frame rates, potentially exceeding 144 FPS in esports titles. At 1440p, the GPU becomes more of a limiting factor, but its 83rd percentile ranking suggests it can still deliver high refresh rates in many games, likely around 100-144 FPS in competitive titles and 60-100 FPS in AAA games.

At 4K, the GPU’s 12 GB of VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for most titles, but the 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance may not be enough for ultra settings at 60 FPS in the most demanding games. The CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads will help with background tasks like streaming while gaming, but the primary bottleneck at 4K will be the GPU. These figures are estimates, as the data does not include actual game benchmarks for this pairing.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is based on the AD104 chip with the Ada Lovelace architecture, fabricated on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It contains 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die, with a transistor density of 121.8M per mm². The GPU has 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units. It features 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores, providing hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI workloads, respectively.

The GPU’s base clock is 1980 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz. Memory is 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The pixel rate is 198.0 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 554.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 and FP16 performance are both 35.48 TFLOPS, indicating a 1:1 ratio, which is notable for compute tasks that require high precision.

Benchmark scores show the GPU performs strongly in compute and graphics. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795 and Vulkan score of 205624 indicate robust compute throughput for tasks like machine learning inference and 3D rendering. The Passmark GPU Compute score of 17108 further supports this. The GPU’s 83rd percentile ranking puts it above most graphics cards, with its nearest rivals being the Quadro M6000 24 GB and RTX 5050 Mobile, all within a 1% delta. This suggests the 4070 SUPER is a high-tier card for rendering, capable of handling complex scenes with ray tracing enabled, though the data does not specify RT performance in games.

Build Overview

This build combines the Intel Core i9-12900KF with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER in a desktop configuration. The combined percentile of 86 places it in the upper echelon of systems, indicating a high-performance pairing. The CPU’s 88th percentile and GPU’s 83rd percentile are closely matched, suggesting a balanced system where neither component is severely underpowered relative to the other.

The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread desktop processor with a 5.20 GHz boost clock, making it a top-tier part for its generation. The GPU is a 12 GB GDDR6X card with 7168 shading units and 56 RT cores, positioning it as a high-end option for gaming and compute. The system supports up to PCIe Gen 4 and dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory, providing a solid foundation for a modern build. The GPU is marked as end-of-life, but its performance remains competitive, as indicated by its 83rd percentile ranking.

In terms of tier, this build is near the top of the desktop market, with the CPU’s average benchmark score of 42830 and GPU’s average score of 43223. The combined rank suggests it can handle the most demanding tasks available, from 4K gaming to professional 3D rendering, though the data does not include specific game FPS figures to confirm the gaming experience.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a well-balanced pairing, but a bottleneck can be identified depending on the workload. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as 1080p gaming with low graphics settings, the CPU’s single-thread performance (3DMark score of 1069) is likely the limiting factor for achieving ultra-high frame rates above 200 FPS. However, the CPU’s 88th percentile ranking means it will not bottleneck the GPU in most real-world gaming scenarios, especially at higher resolutions.

In GPU-bound workloads, such as 4K gaming with ultra settings or 3D rendering, the RTX 4070 SUPER’s 83rd percentile ranking becomes the limiting factor. The GPU’s 504.2 GB/s bandwidth and 35.48 TFLOPS are substantial, but the CPU’s multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 score of 34420) is likely to outpace the GPU in compute-heavy tasks. The FPS scaling, though not measured, would show that as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, while at lower resolutions, the CPU’s single-thread limit may be reached first.

The deltaPct between the CPU and its nearest rivals is minimal (within 1.2%), and the GPU’s deltaPct to its rivals is also within 1%. This suggests that neither component is an outlier in performance, and the system’s overall 86th percentile is a result of both parts performing near the top of their respective categories. For mixed workloads like streaming while gaming, the CPU’s 24 threads provide headroom for encoding, while the GPU handles rendering, leading to a balanced experience.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU’s single-thread score of 1069 in 3DMark and the GPU’s 83rd percentile ranking suggest this build can push high frame rates at 1440p, likely exceeding 144 FPS in esports titles and maintaining 60-100 FPS in AAA games. At 1080p, the CPU’s strong single-core performance is sufficient for very high refresh rates, though the GPU may not be fully utilized.

Streaming: The CPU’s 24 threads provide ample headroom for x264 encoding while gaming, as indicated by its Passmark multi-thread score of 40970. The GPU’s tensor cores could also handle NVENC encoding, offloading the CPU. This makes the build suitable for streaming at high quality without significant performance loss.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 34420 accelerates timeline rendering and export, while the GPU’s 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute aids in effects processing and color grading. This pairing is well-suited for 4K video editing in software like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.

3D rendering: The CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads handle CPU-based renders, with a Cinebench R20 score of 14456, while the GPU’s 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores accelerate ray-traced renders in Blender or Octane. The GPU’s Vulkan score of 205624 indicates strong compute for GPU-based render engines.

Software development: The CPU’s 3DMark 16-thread score of 9860 and Passmark integer math score of 138932 show rapid code compilation and testing. The 24 threads allow for parallel builds, reducing iteration times in large projects.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-thread score of 4144 in Passmark ensures responsive performance for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing. The GPU’s capabilities are overkill for this use, but the system’s overall speed makes it a future-proof choice for demanding academic software.

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Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Microsoft Flight Simulator

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