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CPU
96%
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GPU
92%
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Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus

66,159 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

23,172 Benchmark Score
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0-30
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90-100

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70-89

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The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 represents a desktop configuration that combines a high-core-count modern processor with a previous-generation enthusiast graphics card. The CPU sits at the 93rd percentile against all processors, while the GPU holds the 68th percentile against all graphics cards, placing the combined system at the 81st percentile overall. Benchmark data confirms strong multi-threaded compute capability from the CPU, but the GPU, while competent, is positioned considerably lower in the performance hierarchy, creating a distinct imbalance where the processor often has headroom that the graphics card cannot fully utilize.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is built on the Ampere architecture using the GA102 chip, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process with 28,300 million transistors on a 628 mm² die. The card ships with 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus, delivering 760.3 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1188 MHz, translating to 19 Gbps effective. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1440 MHz with a boost clock of 1710 MHz, and its power configuration includes a 320 W TDP with a suggested 700 W power supply. The card occupies a dual-slot design, measures 285 mm in length, and uses a single 12-pin power connector.

Compute resources include 8704 shading units, 272 texture mapping units, and 96 raster operation pipelines. For accelerated workloads, the RTX 3080 features 68 RT cores and 272 tensor cores, providing dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI-based tasks. The pixel rate is 164.2 GPixel/s, and the texture rate reaches 465.1 GTexel/s. Raw floating-point performance is rated at 29.77 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16, the latter at a 1:1 ratio. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, and interfaces via PCIe 4.0 x16.

Benchmark results for the GPU show a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4407, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 152423, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 33620. Passmark results include a G3D score of 25086 and a GPU Compute score of 14397. The average benchmark score is 23172, placing the RTX 3080 at the 68th percentile among all GPUs. When compared to nearest rivals, the data shows the RTX 3080 is effectively tied with the NVIDIA P106-100 (deltaPct -0.3), the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 (deltaPct -0.3), the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (deltaPct -0.4), and the AMD Radeon R9 M290X (deltaPct -0.4). This clustering indicates the RTX 3080's benchmark scores are near parity with a group of other cards, some of which are significantly older or from different market segments, suggesting the GPU is not at the top of the current performance stack.

For rendering workloads, the 29.77 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and the dedicated RT and tensor cores provide a baseline capable of handling real-time graphics and some compute tasks. The 760.3 GB/s memory bandwidth is substantial, aiding in texture-heavy and high-resolution scenarios. However, the 68th percentile ranking and the close proximity of rival scores indicate the GPU will perform adequately but not exceptionally in demanding rendering tasks relative to the current GPU landscape. The 10 GB VRAM capacity is a factor, but the data provided does not quantify its exact impact on specific workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3080's benchmark scores, particularly the Passmark G3D result of 25086, suggest capability for smooth frame rates at common resolutions, but the 68th percentile rank implies it may not consistently drive the highest refresh rates in the most demanding titles. The CPU's 93rd percentile position indicates it will not be the limiting factor, but the GPU's performance tier will dictate the achievable frame rates.

Streaming: The presence of 272 tensor cores provides dedicated hardware for encoding-adjacent tasks, and the CPU's strong multi-threaded score of 50146 in Passmark Multithread suggests ample headroom for software encoding or simultaneous gameplay and broadcast workloads. The 18-core CPU can handle concurrent tasks without significant performance degradation.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 42718 and Passmark Floating Point Math score of 159824 indicate strong compute power for rendering timelines and applying effects. The GPU's 29.77 TFLOPS can accelerate certain effects, and the 760.3 GB/s bandwidth helps with large frame buffers, but the GPU's 68th percentile position means it is not a top-tier accelerator.

3D rendering: The CPU's Passmark Extended Instructions score of 42880 and high multicore benchmarks make it well-suited for CPU-based rendering. The GPU's 14397 Passmark Compute score and 4407 Steel Nomad score provide a baseline for GPU-accelerated rendering, though the performance is mid-pack relative to all GPUs.

Software development: The CPU's 18 cores and 18 threads, combined with a Passmark Single Thread score of 4698, offer a balance of parallel compilation capability and responsive single-threaded tasks. The GPU is less relevant for most development workloads, but the 272 tensor cores could be used for local AI model testing, with the CPU's data encryption score of 41292 indicating solid security-related processing.

Student and office work: The CPU's exceptional single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6030) ensures snappy application responsiveness, and the 93rd percentile CPU means multitasking across office applications is far beyond sufficient. The GPU is overkill for these tasks, but its presence does not hinder basic productivity.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus is part of the Core Ultra Series 2, based on the Arrow Lake Refresh codename, and is manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. The processor contains 18 cores and 18 threads, with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. It has a 125 W TDP and uses the Intel Socket 1851. The chip is built from 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. Cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The memory controller supports DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, providing 115.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth, and ECC memory is supported. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, has no integrated graphics, and is an unlocked multiplier part.

Benchmark results indicate a strong showing across multiple test suites. Cinebench R15 multicore score is 4305, with a single-core score of 607. Cinebench R20 multicore reaches 17941, and single-core reaches 2532. Cinebench R23 multicore is 42718, and single-core is 6030. Passmark tests show a Multithread score of 50146, a Single Thread score of 4698, Integer Math at 123030, Floating Point Math at 159824, Data Compression at 553155, Data Encryption at 41292, Extended Instructions at 42880, and Find Prime Numbers at 452. The average benchmark score is 66159, placing the CPU at the 93rd percentile against all CPUs.

The nearest rivals provide context: the Intel Core 9 273PQE has an average score of 66099 (deltaPct 0.1), the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 65914 (deltaPct 0.4), the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus scores 66855 (deltaPct -1), and the AMD EPYC 4465P scores 66925 (deltaPct -1.1). These deltas show the 250KF Plus is within 1.1% of its closest competitors, indicating performance parity with other high-end desktop and even server-class processors.

The architecture, with 18 cores and no hyper-threading, provides 18 physical threads. The high boost clock of 5.30 GHz contributes to the strong single-thread scores, which are critical for applications with serial workloads. The 30 MB shared L3 cache aids in data-heavy tasks, and the 115.2 GB/s memory bandwidth supports feeding the many cores. For real workloads, the data shows a processor that excels in multi-threaded environments, as evidenced by the 42718 R23 multicore score, while maintaining excellent single-thread responsiveness with a 6030 R23 single-core score.

Balance and Bottleneck

The combined system percentile is 81, while the CPU sits at the 93rd percentile and the GPU at the 68th. This discrepancy reveals a significant imbalance. The CPU has far more relative compute capability than the GPU. In gaming workloads, the GPU is almost certainly the limiting factor, as its 68th percentile rank and average score of 23172 will cap frame rates in GPU-bound scenarios. The CPU's 50146 Passmark Multithread score and 4698 Single Thread score provide ample reserve that will rarely be fully taxed in most games.

For productivity tasks like video editing or 3D rendering, the balance depends on the specific workload. CPU-bound rendering tasks will fully utilize the 18 cores, achieving performance near the 93rd percentile. GPU-accelerated tasks will be limited by the RTX 3080's 68th percentile performance, meaning the CPU will wait for the GPU to finish its portion of the work. The data shows no measured FPS figures, so bottleneck analysis is derived from the percentile differential.

The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, has a deltaPct of 0.4, indicating near-identical CPU performance. The GPU's nearest rival, the NVIDIA P106-100, has a deltaPct of -0.3, indicating the RTX 3080 is essentially tied with a much lower-tier card in the benchmark aggregate. This contrast highlights the pairing of a top-tier CPU with a mid-tier GPU, leading to a scenario where the GPU is the primary performance ceiling in visual workloads, while the CPU headroom remains unused.

FAQ

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

A: The combined system percentile is 81, placing it in the top quarter of all desktop configurations.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus has an average benchmark score of 66159, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 65914, a delta of 0.4 percent in favor of the Intel chip.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the GPU?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 has a memory bandwidth of 760.3 GB/s, achieved through a 320-bit bus and GDDR6X memory.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus has ECC memory support listed in its specifications.

Q: What is the TDP of the GPU and what power supply is suggested?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 320 W, and the suggested PSU for the system is 700 W.

Q: How many cores and threads does the CPU have?

A: The CPU has 18 cores and 18 threads, with no hyper-threading, based on the data provided.

Q: What is the GPU's score in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12?

A: The GPU scored 4407 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU is built on the Intel Socket 1851 platform, which is its primary interface. It supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a listed memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes. The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is electrically compatible with the CPU's PCIe 5.0 slots, allowing the card to function without issue. The GPU's suggested PSU is 700 W, while the CPU has a 125 W TDP, so the combined power draw requires a power supply within that guidance.

Given the CPU's high percentile rank (93rd) and the GPU's lower rank (68th), the most sensible next upgrade path is to replace the GPU. The CPU has significant headroom, as evidenced by its near-parity with the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D (deltaPct 0.4) and Intel Core 9 273PQE (deltaPct 0.1). Upgrading to a more powerful GPU would better utilize the CPU's capabilities, potentially raising the combined percentile from its current 81. The platform itself is current, with support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5, so no immediate CPU or motherboard upgrade is necessary. The 10 GB GDDR6X memory on the RTX 3080 is a fixed attribute; a future GPU would likely offer more VRAM, but the data does not specify quantities.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark scores are consistently strong. In Cinebench R15, it scores 4305 multi-core and 607 single-core. Cinebench R20 shows 17941 multi-core and 2532 single-core. Cinebench R23 results are 42718 multi-core and 6030 single-core. Passmark tests reveal a Multithread score of 50146, Single Thread of 4698, Integer Math of 123030, and Floating Point Math of 159824. The CPU's average benchmark score is 66159, placing it at the 93rd percentile.

The GPU's benchmark scores are more modest. It achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4407, Geekbench OpenCL of 152423, and Geekbench Vulkan of 33620. Passmark results include a G3D score of 25086 and a GPU Compute score of 14397. The GPU's average benchmark score is 23172, placing it at the 68th percentile.

The combined picture is of a system where the CPU is a top-tier performer, nearly matching the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and Intel Core 9 273PQE, while the GPU is a mid-range performer, statistically tied with the AMD Radeon RX 6600M and the NVIDIA P106-100. The combined percentile of 81 reflects the GPU's lower standing pulling the overall score down from the CPU's lofty 93rd percentile. In workloads that are purely CPU-bound, the system performs at the 93rd percentile level. In GPU-bound workloads, performance drops to the 68th percentile level.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus, a desktop processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, a desktop GPU from the GeForce 30-series. The CPU is a high-end 18-core part with a 93rd percentile ranking, while the GPU is a previous-generation enthusiast card with a 68th percentile ranking. The system's overall combined percentile is 81. This pairing creates a desktop configuration where the processor's capabilities far exceed those of the graphics card in relative terms.

The CPU's release date is listed as March 2026, while the GPU's release date is August 2020 and its production status is end-of-life. The CPU is an active product, while the GPU is no longer in production. This build represents a modern CPU combined with a GPU that has been succeeded in the market. The class is clearly desktop, given the socket type and slot width. The overall tier is upper-midrange due to the GPU's 68th percentile, despite the CPU's 93rd percentile.

Who Should Build It

This system is well-suited for users whose workloads heavily favor CPU performance. Software developers compiling large codebases will benefit from the 18 cores and the 123030 Passmark Integer Math score. Content creators doing CPU-based rendering will see strong performance from the 42718 Cinebench R23 multicore score. Students and small business users handling spreadsheets, document editing, and data analysis will find the 4698 Passmark Single Thread score ensures fluid interaction, and the 93rd percentile CPU provides years of headroom.

Gamers at 1080p or 1440p resolution will find the RTX 3080's 25086 Passmark G3D score adequate for many titles, though the 68th percentile rank means it is not a top-tier gaming GPU. More demanding users, such as those doing GPU-accelerated rendering or AI inference, will find the 272 tensor cores useful, but will be limited by the GPU's overall compute performance (29.77 TFLOPS). The CPU's 41292 Passmark Data Encryption score also makes it suitable for security-conscious workloads like database encryption. The build is less ideal for those seeking maximum GPU compute performance, where the CPU would be idle, but it excels in mixed workloads where the processor is the primary engine.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU and GPU combination, as confirmed by the FACT PACK. The data contains no measuredFps rows for the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 pairing. All frame rate discussions are therefore estimated from the benchmark scores.

Based on the GPU's Passmark G3D score of 25086 and its 68th percentile ranking, the RTX 3080 is expected to provide playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p in most modern games, assuming high but not necessarily ultra settings. The CPU's high single-thread score (6030 in Cinebench R23) and 93rd percentile rank suggest it will not bottleneck the GPU at these resolutions. At 4K resolution, the GPU's 760.3 GB/s memory bandwidth and 29.77 TFLOPS compute will be put under significant strain, likely resulting in lower frame rates, and the 10 GB VRAM may become a limiting factor in texture-heavy titles. The estimated performance places this system in a range suitable for high-refresh 1080p gaming, capable 1440p gaming, and entry-level 4K gaming, but these are estimates based on aggregate scores, not measured data.