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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 7 258V + Intel Arc A370M

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89 Score

Top 11% Ranking

89 / 100

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Top 11% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

85%

GPU

93%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 7 258V

20,454 Benchmark Score

Top 15% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

Intel Arc A370M

29,175 Benchmark Score

Top 7% Market Ranking

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Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

60-85

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85-100

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Strong Performance

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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready

70-89

High-End

1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

1440p Ultra 4K High

50-69

Mid-Range

1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

1080p Ultra 1440p Med

30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports

0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V and Intel Arc A370M pairing represents a mobile platform built around efficiency and balanced capability. The data places the CPU at the 74th percentile among all processors and the GPU at the 74th percentile among all GPUs, indicating a system that is competitive with a wide swath of desktop and mobile hardware. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 20454 is remarkably close to that of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600, which scores 20468, a delta of -0.1%. This places the mobile chip in direct competition with established desktop parts, a significant finding for a processor with a 17 W TDP. The GPU, with an average score of 29175, sits within 0.1% of the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH and just 1% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, showing that the Arc A370M is a capable entry-level discrete GPU despite its modest specifications.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the CPU and GPU is the defining characteristic of this build. The Core Ultra 7 258V is a high-endurance processor that can sustain substantial multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10301. This score is a strong indicator of the CPU’s ability to feed the GPU in gaming and accelerate productivity tasks. The GPU, however, is the primary limiting factor for graphics-intensive applications. With a Geekbench OpenCL score of 29676 and a Vulkan score of 28673, the Arc A370M is positioned in the mid-range of the GPU percentile rankings. Benchmark results indicate that for gaming at high resolutions and detail settings, the GPU will be the bottleneck, capping frame rates.

The data supports a clear division of labor. The CPU’s Passmark single-thread score of 4018 and Geekbench single-core score of 2100 indicate that it can handle physics calculations and game logic without becoming a constraint. The GPU’s pixel rate of 65.60 GPixel/s and texture rate of 131.2 GTexel/s are the figures that will dictate performance in GPU-bound scenarios like shadow rendering and texture filtering. In contrast, for productivity tasks such as data compression (Passmark score of 176686) or encryption (Passmark score of 13534), the CPU will be the dominant component, and the GPU will play a lesser role. The system is not perfectly balanced; it is a CPU-heavy platform with a GPU that is sufficient for 1080p gaming and light creative work but will not push high frame rates in demanding titles.

The FPS scaling in this system is entirely dependent on the GPU’s capabilities. Since the CPU has 8 threads with a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, it is unlikely to be the limiting factor in most games. The bottleneck analysis points to the Arc A370M as the component that will determine playable settings. For users seeking high-refresh-rate gaming, the GPU’s 4 GB of VRAM and 64-bit memory bus will be a significant constraint. The CPU’s performance headroom means that the system is better suited for tasks where the GPU is not the primary workload, such as software compilation or 3D modeling, where the 8 cores and 12 MB of L3 cache can be fully utilized.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s performance profile is highlighted by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10301, which is a strong result for a mobile chip. This score is complemented by a single-core score of 1872 in the same test, showing that the Lunar Lake architecture delivers both multi-threaded and single-threaded efficiency. In Geekbench, the CPU scores 9325 multi-core and 2100 single-core, placing it in the upper quartile of all CPUs at the 74th percentile. The nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600, has an average score of 20468, which is 0.1% higher than the Ultra 7 258V’s 20454. This puts the two processors in the same performance class, despite the Ultra 7 being a laptop part with a 17 W TDP.

The GPU’s benchmark scores are more modest but still respectable. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 29676 and Vulkan score of 28673 place the Arc A370M at the 74th percentile among all GPUs. This is a remarkable position for a GPU with only 1024 shading units and a 64-bit memory bus. The nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH, scores 29197, which is 0.1% higher, while the AMD FirePro W8000 scores 29211, also 0.1% higher. The data shows that the Arc A370M is competitive with these older, higher-powered parts, but it is not in the same league as modern high-end GPUs.

The combined picture is one of a balanced mobile platform that punches above its weight class. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 20454 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G (20425, a 0.1% delta), which is a desktop APU. This indicates that the Core Ultra 7 258V can match desktop performance in many tasks. The GPU, while not as impressive relative to its rivals, still manages to hold its own in the 74th percentile. When taken together, the system is well-suited for a user who needs strong CPU performance for productivity and occasional gaming, rather than a dedicated gaming machine or a workstation with extreme GPU compute requirements.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V compare to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600?

A: The average benchmark score for the Ultra 7 258V is 20454, which is 0.1% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600’s score of 20468. The two processors are effectively tied in performance, despite the Ultra 7 being a mobile part with a 17 W TDP.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Arc A370M is at the 74th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29175. It is closely matched with the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH, which scores 29197, a 0.1% difference.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck for gaming?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck for gaming. The CPU has a Passmark single-thread score of 4018 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2100, which are strong, while the GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus limit its performance in graphics-intensive tasks.

Q: What is the CPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The memory bandwidth is 136.5 GB/s, achieved through dual-channel LPDDR5X memory support. This is a high figure for a mobile processor and contributes to its strong multi-core performance.

Q: Does the CPU support PCIe Gen 5?

A: Yes, the CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes. This is for the CPU only, and the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface.

Q: What is the CPU’s process node?

A: The CPU is manufactured on a 3 nm process node by TSMC. The GPU, in contrast, is built on a 6 nm process node from the same foundry.

Q: How many threads does the CPU have?

A: The CPU has 8 threads across 8 cores. It does not support simultaneous multithreading, as the thread count equals the core count.

Who Should Build It

This platform is designed for users who prioritize CPU performance and power efficiency over raw graphics power. It is an excellent choice for students and professionals who need a laptop for software development, data analysis, or office productivity. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10301 ensures that compilation times and spreadsheet calculations will be swift. The 74th percentile CPU ranking means it will handle most productivity tasks without issue, making it a strong workstation for a small business environment.

Gamers who play at 1080p with medium settings will find the Arc A370M adequate, but it is not a platform for high-refresh-rate esports or AAA gaming at high detail. The GPU’s 4 GB VRAM is a limitation for modern games with large texture packs. Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s multi-core performance, but they will need to rely on the CPU for rendering tasks, as the GPU’s FP32 performance of 4.198 TFLOPS is modest. This build is best suited for a developer or a student who needs a capable, efficient laptop that can handle coding, virtual machines, and light creative work, with the occasional gaming session at lower settings.

The target user is someone who values the CPU’s performance class, which is comparable to the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G, a desktop part with an average score of 20425. The system is not for users who require high-end GPU compute, such as machine learning researchers or 3D animators with complex scenes. Instead, it is a balanced mobile solution for general-purpose computing, where the CPU’s strong performance in Passmark integer math (42889) and floating-point math (57372) can be fully leveraged.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V is a mobile processor based on the Lunar Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process node by TSMC. It features 8 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The lack of hyperthreading is a notable design choice, but the high boost clock and efficient architecture compensate for this in single-threaded workloads. The CPU has a 12 MB shared L3 cache, which is substantial for a mobile chip and aids in multi-threaded performance.

The benchmark scores for the CPU are consistently strong. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 6739 and R15 multi-core score of 1596.5 show a progressive scaling with workload complexity. The Passmark multithread score of 18887 is a high number, and the data compression score of 176686 indicates that the CPU is well-suited for file archiving and compression tasks. The single-thread performance is also excellent, with a Passmark single-thread score of 4018 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2100, which are competitive with desktop parts.

The CPU’s memory support for LPDDR5X with a bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s is a key feature. This high bandwidth allows the CPU to feed data to the integrated Arc 140V graphics and the discrete GPU efficiently. The 17 W TDP is remarkably low for this level of performance, making it ideal for thin-and-light laptops. The processor’s position at the 74th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 20454, places it in the same class as the AMD Ryzen 5 5600, which has a delta of -0.1%. This shows that the Ultra 7 258V is a high-performance CPU that can rival desktop parts in many applications.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, the system is not ideal. The GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus will limit performance, and the data shows that the GPU is the bottleneck. Users can expect playable frame rates at 1080p, but high-refresh monitors will likely be underutilized. The CPU’s strong single-thread score of 1872 in Cinebench R23 will ensure that frame times are consistent, but the GPU will cap the maximum FPS.

Streaming is a mixed scenario. The CPU’s multi-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10301, can handle software encoding at reasonable quality settings. However, the GPU does not have dedicated tensor cores for hardware encoding, so the system will rely on the CPU for this task. This is feasible but will compete with game performance for CPU resources.

Video editing is a strong use case. The CPU’s high integer and floating-point math scores (42889 and 57372 in Passmark) will accelerate codecs and effects. The GPU’s 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 performance can assist with real-time previews, but rendering will be primarily CPU-bound. This system is capable of 1080p video editing with smooth timelines.

3D rendering is a workload that will benefit from the CPU’s 8 cores and 12 MB cache. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10301 is a good indicator of rendering performance. The GPU’s 8 RT cores are present, but the 4 GB VRAM will be insufficient for complex scenes, making the CPU the primary renderer.

Software development is an excellent fit. The CPU’s Passmark data encryption score of 13534 and random string sorting score of 21580 indicate strong performance in code compilation and data manipulation. The high memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s is beneficial for large builds. This is a developer’s machine.

Student and office work is a primary target. The CPU’s single-thread performance is more than adequate for web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheets. The low 17 W TDP means long battery life, and the 74th percentile CPU ranking ensures that the system will not feel sluggish. The GPU is sufficient for standard productivity applications.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is based on the Intel BGA 2833 socket, which is a soldered, non-upgradeable socket. This means that the CPU cannot be replaced. The memory support is for LPDDR5X, which is also soldered onto the motherboard, so memory upgrades are not possible. The system is a fully integrated mobile platform, limiting upgradeability to storage and the GPU.

The GPU is a separate chip on the motherboard, but it is also not upgradeable in a traditional sense, as it is an IGP-class component with a slot width of "IGP". The PCIe interface for the GPU is PCIe 4.0 x8, but there is no user-accessible slot for a new GPU. The storage is likely upgradeable, as the system supports PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes from the CPU, which can be used for a fast NVMe SSD.

Given the 17 W TDP of the CPU and 35 W TDP of the GPU, the total system power draw is low, and the PSU requirements are minimal. There is no suggested PSU listed, but the low TDPs indicate that a standard laptop power adapter is sufficient. A sensible next upgrade would be to an external GPU enclosure, if the laptop supports it, to overcome the GPU’s limitations. However, the CPU’s performance is already at a high level, so a future upgrade would likely involve a new laptop with a more powerful GPU, rather than upgrading individual components.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build that pairs the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V with the Intel Arc A370M. The CPU is a high-performance mobile processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, based on the Lunar Lake architecture, and the GPU is a discrete mobile part from the Arc 3 series, based on the Xe-HPG architecture. The combined percentile rank is 74, which indicates that this system performs better than the majority of builds in the database.

The pairing is notable for the CPU’s strong performance, which rivals desktop parts like the AMD Ryzen 5 5600, with a delta of -0.1%. The GPU, while less impressive, is still a capable entry-level part that competes with the AMD Radeon RX 470, which has a delta of 0.6%. The system is designed for users who need a balanced platform for productivity and light gaming, rather than a dedicated gaming or workstation machine. The low TDPs of both components make this an efficient and portable solution.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A370M is a mobile GPU built on the Xe-HPG architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process node by TSMC. It features 1024 shading units, 64 TMUs, and 32 ROPs, along with 8 RT cores for ray tracing. The GPU has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s. The base clock is 1550 MHz, with a boost clock of 2050 MHz, and the memory runs at 1750 MHz with an effective speed of 14 Gbps.

The benchmark scores show that the GPU is competitive with older, higher-powered parts. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 29676 and Vulkan score of 28673 place it at the 74th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH, has a score of 29197, a delta of -0.1%. This indicates that the Arc A370M is a solid performer for its class, but its 4 GB VRAM is a limiting factor for modern games and applications.

The GPU’s compute capabilities are modest, with an FP32 performance of 4.198 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 8.397 TFLOPS. The pixel rate of 65.60 GPixel/s and texture rate of 131.2 GTexel/s are sufficient for 1080p gaming, but the memory bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s is a bottleneck. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern APIs. For rendering, the GPU can assist with light workloads, but the CPU will be the primary workhorse.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data is available for this exact combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V and Intel Arc A370M. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFpsUltraByGame entries, and dataIsMeasured is false. Therefore, all FPS figures presented here are estimates based on the benchmark scores and specifications of the CPU and GPU.

Based on the GPU’s Geekbench Vulkan score of 28673 and its position at the 74th percentile, the system is expected to handle esports titles like Counter-Strike 2 and Valorant at 1080p with high settings, achieving frame rates above 60 FPS. The CPU’s high single-thread performance, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2100, will ensure that these games are not CPU-bound. For AAA titles, the GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus will be limiting, and users should expect to run games at 1080p with medium settings to maintain playable frame rates.

The GPU’s 8 RT cores provide some ray tracing capability, but the low FP32 performance of 4.198 TFLOPS means that ray tracing will have a significant impact on frame rates. The system is not recommended for high-refresh gaming or 1440p gaming, as the GPU will be heavily taxed. The CPU’s performance headroom is sufficient for gaming, but the GPU is the primary constraint, and users should temper their expectations for modern, demanding games. These are estimates, and actual performance will vary based on the game’s optimization and the laptop’s cooling solution.

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 7 258V + Intel Arc A370M

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4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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