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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 7 265 + AMD Radeon RX 6600

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Top 7% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
96%
VS
GPU
91%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 7 265

64,640 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 6600

19,036 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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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

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and AMD Radeon RX 6600 pairing represents a desktop build that combines a high-end, forward-looking 20-core processor with a mainstream-class graphics card. The data available for this pairing is extensive, including 50+ game benchmarks at three resolutions and a combined percentile of 78. This analysis draws exclusively on the benchmark results to determine the platform's strengths, the CPU's performance headroom, and the GPU's role as the primary constraint in most gaming workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a 20-core, 20-thread desktop processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, built on Arrow Lake-S architecture. It is fabricated on a TSMC 3 nm process node, with a die size of 243 mm² and 17,800 million transistors. Its clock frequencies range from a base of 2.40 GHz to a maximum boost of 5.30 GHz, and it has a 65 W TDP. The chip is engineered for the Intel Socket 1851 platform and uses dual-channel DDR5 memory, with a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. It does not support ECC memory. Its PCIe Gen 5 interface provides 20 lanes from the CPU. The processor also includes integrated graphics in the form of Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU.

The core configuration is 20 cores and 20 threads, meaning the CPU does not use Hyper-Threading; each core is a single thread. The cache structure includes a 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3. This is a significant amount of total cache, which is particularly relevant for multithreaded workloads that require frequent access to shared data sets.

Performance data for the processor shows a strong balance between single-threaded and multi-threaded operations. In Cinebench R23, it scores 42216 in multi-core and 5960 in single-core. The single-core score of 5960 in R23 indicates a very high level of per-thread performance, which is critical for tasks that are latency-sensitive, such as many esports titles and general desktop responsiveness. The multi-core score of 42216 indicates that it can handle heavy parallel workloads like video rendering, scientific simulations, and software compilation.

PassMark's synthetic tests further differentiate its capabilities. In integer math, the CPU scores 134773, and in floating-point math, it scores 172776, with a score of 63833 in random string sorting. These scores indicate a balanced design between integer and floating-point tasks. Data compression achieves a score of 522983, and data encryption a score of 40456, which are valuable for archiving large files and for security-related applications. The single-thread score of 4689 in PassMark's suite reinforces the chip's strong single-thread performance.

The percentile for the CPU against all other CPUs is 93. This places it in the top 7% of all processors. Its average benchmark score is 64640. It is a top-tier competitor. In its immediate performance class, the nearest rivals are: the AMD EPYC 4464P with an average score of 64803, which is 0.3% higher; the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is 0.3% behind; the AMD EPYC 7343 is 0.7% behind; and the AMD EPYC 9124 is 0.7% ahead. These deltaPct values show that the Ultra 7 265 is effectively head-to-head with these high-end server and workstation chips, trading places within a 1% performance band.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's overall average benchmark score is 64640, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. This is a very high score, indicating a processor that is suitable for high-end desktop workloads. The GPU's average benchmark score is 19036, which places it in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile of the system is 78, showing that the CPU is the stronger component.

The GPU's notable benchmark results include a Geekbench OpenCL score of 28850, a Geekbench Vulkan score of 67623, and a Geekbench Metal score of 88398. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it achieves a score of 1492. The PassMark G3D score is 15096, and the PassMark G2D score is 889. The PassMark GPU compute score is 6554.

The GPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark score, include the NVIDIA Quadro K6000 (average score 19030, a 0% delta), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile (average score 19049, a -0.1% delta), the NVIDIA Tesla K20m (average score 19089, a -0.3% delta), and the NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation (average score 18954, a 0.4% delta). It is essentially tied with all of these cards, showing it is a middle-of-the-road performer when compared to those specific models.

The CPU's Cinebench R15 multi-core score is 4255, while the single-core score is 600. The Cinebench R20 multi-core is 6268, and single-core is 884. These scores indicate the CPU is capable of registering strong performance in both rendering and real-time tasks.

The PassMark multithread score is 49682, and the single-thread score is 4689. The results show a balanced system, where the CPU is far more powerful than the GPU, a common configuration in a desktop build.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 is a graphics card from the Radeon RX 6000 series, based on the Navi 23 chip and RDNA 2.0 architecture. It is fabricated on a 7 nm process, with 11,060 million transistors and a die size of 237 mm². The card has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 1750 MHz, which is 14 Gbps effective.

The GPU clocks are a base of 1626 MHz, a boost of 2491 MHz, and a game clock of 2044 MHz. It has 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs. With 28 RT cores, it has dedicated hardware for real-time ray tracing. The pixel rate is 159.4 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 279.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 8.928 TFLOPS, and FP16 performance is 17.86 TFLOPS (2:1). The card has a TDP of 132 W.

The memory and bandwidth figures are modest by modern standards, but they are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is a potential limitation in the most VRAM-demanding modern titles at high settings and high resolution. The memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s is the key figure that will determine performance in high-resolution gaming.

The benchmark scores for the GPU are relative to its class. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 28850, and the Vulkan score is 67623. The 3DMark score is 1492. The PassMark G3D score is 15096. These scores indicate that the GPU is a solid performer for its class. The 63rd percentile ranking shows it is above the average of all GPUs but not in the high-end tier.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel Socket 1851 and the Core Ultra 7 265. This socket is compatible with the latest Core Ultra Series 2 processors. The motherboard must be a chipset that supports the LGA1851 socket and DDR5 memory. The CPU's integrated graphics provides a fallback for monitoring and non-gaming tasks.

The memory is DDR5 and dual-channel, which is a good foundation for a performance system. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, allowing for very high bandwidth to a modern graphics card, and storage devices. The GPU, with a suggested PSU of 300 W and a TDP of 132 W, indicates the system is not power-hungry. The CPU's 65 W TDP also means a good amount of headroom in the power supply choice.

The CPU is not multiplier-unlocked, so overclocking is limited to the board vendor's options. A sensible next upgrade for this system would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU is the stronger component and has the headroom to push a faster graphics card. The platform is ready for a high-end GPU. The CPU's 20 lanes and the PCIe 5.0 support mean that a future, more powerful GPU would not be bottlenecked by the motherboard's interface.

Who Should Build It

This build is for a user who wants a powerful desktop processor and a mainstream GPU, suitable for a range of tasks. The CPU's high benchmark scores make it ideal for content creators, software developers, and power users who run demanding multi-threaded applications. It is also a great choice for gamers who play at 1080p and 1440p, and who are willing to use medium-to-high settings to achieve high frame rates.

The data shows that in esports titles like Counter-Strike 2, the system can achieve 142 FPS at 1080p, and Valorant can hit 326 FPS. This makes it ideal for competitive gaming. For AAA titles at 1080p, the performance is more moderate; Cyberpunk 2077 achieves 42 FPS at ultra settings. This suggests the system is best for high-refresh esports and moderate AAA gaming.

The CPU's massive multi-threaded performance makes it suitable for software development tasks like compiling code, running virtual machines, and data analysis. The data encryption score of 40456 suggests it is also a good option for security-related workloads.

FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265's performance relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The benchmark results show that it has an average score of 64640, which is 0.3% behind a AMD EPYC 4464P, 0.3% ahead of an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, 0.7% ahead of an AMD EPYC 7343, and 0.7% behind an AMD EPYC 9124.

Q: How does the RX 6600 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It has an average benchmark score of 19036, putting it within 0.3% of an NVIDIA Quadro K6000 and RTX 4050 Mobile, and 0.7% ahead of an NVIDIA Tesla K20m.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and what does that imply for a power supply?

A: The CPU has a 65 W TDP. The GPU has a 132 W TDP and a suggested power supply of 300 W, so a system with a standard PSU is fine.

Q: What is the GPU's memory capacity and bandwidth?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is locked, so its base and boost clocks are fixed.

Q: What are the CPU's Cinebench scores?

A: In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 42216 in multi-core and 5960 in single-core.

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

A: The GPU achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1492.

Balance and Bottleneck

The combined percentile for this system is 78, but the CPU is in the 93rd percentile, while the GPU is in the 63rd percentile. This is a clear indication of a CPU-side bottleneck in most workloads. The CPU is far more powerful than the GPU, and the GPU will be the limiting factor in performance in most gaming scenarios.

The FPS scaling across resolutions shows the GPU's load. In Counter-Strike 2, the FPS at 1080p is 142, at 1440p it is 94, and at 4K it is 53. This is a classic example of GPU-bound scaling. The CPU is capable of feeding the GPU these frames, but the GPU cannot keep up with the CPU's potential.

In a CPU-bound game like Valorant, the FPS at 1080p is 326, at 1440p is 278, and at 4K is 222. The scaling from 1080p to 4K is significant but these are high frame rates, indicating the GPU is still a strong performer at those resolutions.

The PassMark data shows the CPU's single-thread score of 4689, which is a strong score. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 15096 is also decent. However, the CPU is over 3 times faster than the GPU in their respective benchmark averages, highlighting the imbalance.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that pairs a high-end Intel Core Ultra 7 265 processor with a mid-range AMD Radeon RX 6600 graphics card. The CPU is a 20-core, 20-thread processor with a 93rd percentile performance, while the GPU is a 63rd percentile performer. The combined system percentile is 78, indicating an overall strong machine with a GPU bottleneck.

The CPU is the star of this build. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 reflects its multi-threaded power. The GPU is a solid, competent, but not high-end, mainstream card. The system is well-suited for users who need a high-performance CPU for work and a capable GPU for 1080p/1440p gaming.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: For esports titles, the system is excellent. Counter-Strike 2 achieves 142 FPS at 1080p, and Valorant reaches 326 FPS at the same resolution. This allows for a fluid and responsive experience on a high-refresh-rate monitor.

Streaming: The CPU's strong multi-thread performance allows for high-quality streaming. The system can handle game capture and encoding without significant performance drops, as the CPU is not the bottleneck.

Video Editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 indicates it can handle complex video editing timelines and rendering. The GPU's compute performance is also adequate for hardware acceleration in editing software.

3D Rendering: The CPU will excel in 3D rendering tasks. Its multi-core score is high, and it can handle complex scenes. The GPU is not as fast for rendering, but it can still produce good results.

Software Development: The CPU's multithreaded performance is beneficial for compiling large codebases. The PassMark data compression score of 522983 indicates it can handle data-intensive tasks.

Student and Office Work: For office productivity, this system is overkill. The CPU is very fast, and the GPU is more than capable for any office tasks, spreadsheets, and web browsing.

Gaming Performance

The data includes measured FPS for 48 games at three resolutions (1080p, 1440p, 4K) with ultra settings. The performance is varied.

In esports, the system is very strong. Valorant delivers 326 FPS at 1080p, 278 FPS at 1440p, and 222 FPS at 4K. Counter-Strike 2 achieves 142 FPS at 1080p, 94 FPS at 1440p, and 53 FPS at 4K. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive achieves 314 FPS at 1080p, 216 FPS at 1440p, and 128 FPS at 4K. These games are all well above the 60 FPS threshold even at 4K.

In other popular titles, the results are more mixed. Call of Duty: Warzone hits 183 FPS at 1080p, 162 FPS at 1440p, and 138 FPS at 4K. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege achieves 169 FPS at 1080p, 111 FPS at 1440p, and 61 FPS at 4K.

For graphically demanding titles, the system struggles at the higher resolutions. Cyberpunk 2077 achieves only 42 FPS at 1080p, 31 FPS at 1440p, and 21 FPS at 4K. Red Dead Redemption 2 hits 38 FPS, 28 FPS, and 19 FPS, respectively. Ark: Survival Ascended is very demanding, with 21 FPS at 1080p, 13 FPS at 1440p, and 7 FPS at 4K.

The pair's average FPS across all tested games is 93.1. The rank for this pair is 2947 out of 3732 pairs. This average is skewed by the high esports numbers, but the overall picture is that this system is a 1080p/1440p gaming machine. For 4K gaming, a more powerful GPU is needed. The data clearly shows the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU would be able to push higher frames with a stronger GPU.