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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus + Intel Arc A380

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92 / 100
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Top 8% 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
98%
VS
GPU
86%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus

93,785 Benchmark Score
Top 2% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A380

8,558 Benchmark Score
Top 14% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
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

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

# Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of an Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus with an Intel Arc A380 presents one of the most pronounced CPU-to-GPU performance asymmetries in the current desktop database. The processor sits at the 96th percentile among all CPUs, while the graphics card rests at only the 44th percentile among all GPUs. This 52-point percentile gap is the defining characteristic of this build, and it dictates every workload outcome.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 93,785 places it in direct competition with enterprise server processors like the Intel Xeon 6520P (93,786, 0% delta) and the AMD EPYC 4564P (95,183, -1.5% delta). The GPU's average score of 8,558, by contrast, aligns it with mobile-class graphics solutions such as the AMD FirePro W5170M (8,595, -0.4% delta) and the NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (8,458, 1.2% delta). The data indicates that in any CPU-bound workload, the processor will never be the limiting factor; in any GPU-bound workload, the graphics card will be the sole bottleneck.

PassMark's multithread score of 68,574 and single-thread score of 5,068 demonstrate that the CPU has ample headroom for even the most demanding computational tasks. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 44,253 and single-core score of 2,439 reinforce this picture. Meanwhile, the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 6,252 and its DirectX 12 score of just 35 indicate that graphical workloads will saturate this card very quickly. The PassMark GPU compute score of 2,762 further confirms that the A380 is not built for heavy parallel compute tasks.

The bottleneck analysis is straightforward: the GPU constrains every graphically intensive workload, while the CPU remains underutilized in all but the most extreme multi-threaded scenarios. For gaming, this means frame rates will be dictated entirely by the A380's capabilities. For productivity, the CPU will dominate and the GPU will only matter for display output and light acceleration. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 for the GPU versus the CPU's PassMark physics score of 4,064 illustrates the divide — the processor's computational power vastly exceeds what the graphics card can feed to a display.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This scenario is not viable with this pairing. The GPU's percentile rank of 44 and its DirectX 12 score of 35 indicate that modern titles at high settings will produce low frame rates. The CPU's immense power cannot compensate for the GPU's limited rasterization throughput of 65.60 GPixel/s and texture rate of 131.2 GTexel/s. Users seeking 144Hz or 240Hz gaming would need a substantially more powerful graphics card.

Streaming: The CPU's 24 cores and 24 threads provide exceptional encoding headroom. The PassMark data compression score of 804,322 and integer math score of 175,986 suggest that software x264 encoding would run alongside games without impacting CPU performance. However, the GPU's limitations mean streamed games would run at low graphical settings, and the A380's 8 RT cores and 1,024 shading units offer limited hardware encoding assistance compared to the CPU's raw throughput.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 44,253 and PassMark multithread score of 68,574 make this an excellent processor for rendering timelines and exporting video. The data encryption score of 59,097 and floating-point math score of 229,491 further support heavy codec workloads. The GPU's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p previews, but the 2,762 GPU compute score limits GPU-accelerated effects and color grading.

3D rendering: This is a CPU-dominated workload. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 24,461 and R15 multicore score of 6,656 indicate strong multi-threaded rendering performance. The GPU's 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is modest, making GPU-based renderers like Blender Cycles or Octane underperform compared to the CPU's capability. The processor would handle most rendering tasks solo, with the GPU providing minimal acceleration.

Software development: The CPU's 24 threads, 36 MB of shared L3 cache, and 115.2 GB/s memory bandwidth make compilation and parallel build tasks exceptionally fast. The PassMark find prime numbers score of 615 and random string sorting score of 96,945 reflect strong integer and algorithmic performance. The GPU's role here is minimal — integrated graphics from the CPU's Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU would likely suffice for basic display output, making the discrete A380 nearly redundant for pure development work.

Student and office work: This build is overwhelmingly overqualified for document processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The CPU's single-thread score of 5,068 ensures snappy application response, while the GPU's 6 GB VRAM handles multiple 4K displays via its 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 2.0 outputs. However, the power draw of a 125W TDP processor and 75W TDP GPU is excessive for typical office workloads, and the integrated graphics would serve this scenario more efficiently.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is a 24-core, 24-thread desktop processor built on the Arrow Lake Refresh architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 3 nm process node. This is a significant architectural step, packing 17,800 million transistors into a 243 mm² die. The processor operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with an unlocked multiplier for overclocking.

The cache hierarchy is substantial: 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration supports the high data throughput required by the 24 threads. Memory support is limited to DDR5, running dual-channel with a theoretical bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, and ECC memory is supported — a feature typically associated with workstation-class processors. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, enabling high-bandwidth connectivity for storage and expansion.

Benchmark data shows a processor that excels in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,439 and multicore score of 44,253 place it among the top consumer processors. The PassMark single-thread score of 5,068 and multithread score of 68,574 corroborate this. The 96th percentile rank among all CPUs means only 4% of processors in the database outperform it.

The PassMark integer math score of 175,986 and floating-point math score of 229,491 indicate balanced computational abilities across different instruction types. The extended instructions score of 63,506 suggests strong SIMD performance for modern workloads. Data compression at 804,322 and encryption at 59,097 round out a processor that is capable across every CPU-bound task. The nearest rival comparisons — Xeon 6520P at 0% delta and EPYC 4564P at -1.5% — show that this desktop CPU matches dual-socket server processors in average performance.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All frame rate discussion below is therefore estimated from the benchmark scores.

The Arc A380's gaming capabilities are firmly entry-level. With a PassMark G3D score of 6,252 and a 44th percentile rank, it sits alongside the AMD Radeon HD 8870M (8,462, 1.1% delta) and NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (8,458, 1.2% delta) — both mobile parts. The DirectX 12 score of 35 and DirectX 11 score of 38 indicate that modern API-based games will run at low to medium settings at 1080p.

The GPU's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus provides 186.0 GB/s bandwidth. This is sufficient for 1080p textures but will struggle with 1440p or higher resolutions. The 2,000 MHz base and 2,050 MHz boost clocks give a pixel rate of 65.60 GPixel/s and texture rate of 131.2 GTexel/s. The FP32 throughput of 4.198 TFLOPS is comparable to integrated graphics solutions.

At 1080p with low-to-medium settings, the A380 could deliver playable frame rates in esports titles, but the CPU's power is irrelevant here — the GPU will max out long before the processor is stressed. At 1440p, the GPU's bandwidth and compute limitations become severe, likely producing sub-30 FPS in demanding titles. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 confirms this is not a card for modern AAA gaming.

The DirectX 9 score of 73 is notably higher than newer API scores, suggesting the card performs relatively better in older titles. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 36,736 and OpenCL score of 38,224 indicate some compute capability, but the PassMark GPU compute score of 2,762 is low. The 8 RT cores provide hardware ray tracing, but the overall throughput is too limited for meaningful RT performance in modern games.

# Who Should Build It

This combination serves a narrow set of users. The CPU's 96th percentile performance and the GPU's 44th percentile performance create a build that is exceptional for CPU-bound productivity but inadequate for GPU-accelerated gaming or rendering.

Content creators working primarily in CPU-heavy workflows — video encoding, software compilation, data analysis — will find the 24-core processor ideal. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 44,253 and PassMark multithread score of 68,574 handle long render jobs. The GPU's 6 GB VRAM and dual-slot design are sufficient for basic display output and light acceleration.

Software developers building large codebases will benefit from the CPU's 24 threads and 36 MB L3 cache. The PassMark integer math score of 175,986 and random string sorting score of 96,945 indicate fast, efficient compilation. The GPU is nearly irrelevant for this use case, and the integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU could substitute for the discrete card.

Students and office workers in engineering or scientific fields requiring heavy computation would appreciate the CPU's power. The ECC memory support adds stability for long-running simulations. The GPU's triple DisplayPort 2.0 outputs support multi-monitor setups for spreadsheets and documentation.

Small business workstations handling databases, financial modeling, or server virtualization would benefit from the CPU's 24 threads and the GPU's modest acceleration. The 125W CPU TDP and 75W GPU TDP require only a 250W suggested PSU, making this a relatively low-power workstation.

Gamers should avoid this build entirely. The GPU's 44th percentile rank and low DirectX scores mean modern games will run poorly. The CPU's power is wasted on gaming, as the A380 becomes the bottleneck at the lowest graphical settings.

# FAQ

Q: What is the performance gap between the CPU and GPU in this build?

A: The CPU ranks at the 96th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 93,785, while the GPU ranks at the 44th percentile with an average score of 8,558. This 52-point percentile difference creates a severe bottleneck where the GPU limits all graphical workloads.

Q: Can this build handle 4K video editing?

A: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 44,253 and PassMark multithread score of 68,574 are excellent for video processing, but the GPU's 6 GB VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth may struggle with 4K previews and GPU-accelerated effects. The CPU can handle 4K rendering, but the GPU's compute score of 2,762 limits acceleration.

Q: Is the Arc A380 suitable for ray tracing?

A: The GPU has 8 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), but its overall FP32 throughput of 4.198 TFLOPS and PassMark G3D score of 6,252 indicate that ray tracing performance would be very limited, likely requiring low resolutions and settings.

Q: What memory type does this CPU require?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a theoretical bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a desktop processor.

Q: How does the CPU compare to server processors?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 93,785 is nearly identical to the Intel Xeon 6520P (93,786, 0% delta) and slightly behind the AMD EPYC 4564P (95,183, -1.5% delta). This desktop processor matches enterprise server CPUs in average performance.

Q: What is the production status of the GPU?

A: The Intel Arc A380 is marked as end-of-life, with its successor being Battlemage. It was released on 2022-06-13, while the CPU was released on 2026-03-10.

# Benchmark Performance

The combined percentile for this build is 70, reflecting the substantial gap between the two components. The CPU's average benchmark score of 93,785 places it at the 96th percentile, with its nearest rivals being the Intel Xeon 6520P (93,786, 0% delta) and AMD EPYC 4564P (95,183, -1.5% delta). The GPU's average score of 8,558 places it at the 44th percentile, with rivals including the AMD FirePro W5170M (8,595, -0.4% delta) and NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (8,458, 1.2% delta).

The CPU's benchmark suite shows consistent strength across all tests. Cinebench R15 multicore hit 6,656 and single-core 354; R20 multicore reached 24,461 and single-core 3,453; R23 multicore scored 44,253 and single-core 2,439. PassMark results are equally robust: multithread at 68,574, single-thread at 5,068, integer math at 175,986, floating-point math at 229,491, data compression at 804,322, and data encryption at 59,097.

The GPU's benchmark results tell a different story. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 is modest. PassMark scores are: G3D at 6,252, G2D at 610, DirectX 9 at 73, DirectX 10 at 37, DirectX 11 at 38, DirectX 12 at 35, and GPU compute at 2,762. Geekbench OpenCL scored 38,224 and Vulkan 36,736.

The combined picture is a system that excels at CPU-bound tasks — the 96th percentile rank means it outperforms nearly all processors — but is severely limited in GPU-bound tasks, where the 44th percentile rank places it below most discrete graphics cards. The 70th combined percentile accurately reflects this imbalance: this is a productivity-first build with gaming as an afterthought.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1851 platform, which is specific to the Core Ultra Series 2 (Arrow Lake Refresh) processors. The socket supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration with ECC capability. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which is ample for high-speed NVMe storage and a future GPU upgrade.

The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface, which is sufficient for the A380's bandwidth needs but will not be a limiting factor for a future graphics card upgrade. The GPU's 75W TDP and single 8-pin power connector mean the current power requirements are modest, with a suggested PSU of only 250W.

The most sensible next upgrade is the GPU. The CPU's 96th percentile performance has massive headroom — replacing the A380 with a higher-tier graphics card would immediately unlock the CPU's gaming potential. The 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes and 125W CPU TDP support any modern GPU. The 250W suggested PSU would need to be increased for a more powerful card, but the platform itself is future-ready.

The CPU's integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU provides a fallback display output, so the discrete GPU can be removed without losing system functionality. The 36 MB L3 cache and 115.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are sufficient for the platform's data demands. The ECC memory support adds stability for workstation use, though it requires compatible DDR5 ECC modules.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, a 24-core, 24-thread processor from the Core Ultra Series 2 (Arrow Lake Refresh) family, with the Intel Arc A380, an entry-level discrete GPU from the Alchemist (Arc 3) generation. The CPU is a top-tier processor at the 96th percentile, while the GPU is a modest performer at the 44th percentile.

The overall tier, as indicated by the combined percentile of 70, places this build in the upper-midrange of all systems. However, this ranking masks the extreme disparity between components. The CPU's average benchmark score of 93,785 rivals server processors like the Xeon 6520P and EPYC 4564P, while the GPU's average of 8,558 matches mobile graphics chips like the MX330.

The CPU is currently active in production, released on 2026-03-10, with a launch MSRP of $299. The GPU is end-of-life, released on 2022-06-13, with a launch MSRP of 149 USD. This is a pairing of a state-of-the-art processor with a legacy graphics card, creating a system that is exceptional for computation but underwhelming for graphics.

The build's class is desktop, and its market positioning is best described as a CPU-centric workstation with basic graphical capabilities. The 24-core processor with 24 threads and 5.50 GHz boost clock dominates the system's identity, while the A380's 6 GB VRAM and 4.198 TFLOPS serve as a peripheral addition rather than a core feature.

# GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A380 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture, specifically the DG2-128 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 6 nm process. The die contains 7,200 million transistors across 157 mm², with a transistor density of 45.9M per mm². This is a small, efficient GPU designed for entry-level desktop use.

The GPU's memory configuration is 6 GB of GDDR6 on a 96-bit bus, providing 186.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1,937 MHz (15.5 Gbps effective). The GPU core operates at 2,000 MHz base and 2,050 MHz boost clocks. This configuration yields a pixel rate of 65.60 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 131.2 GTexel/s.

Compute capabilities include 1,024 shading units, 64 TMUs, and 32 ROPs, delivering 4.198 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 8.397 TFLOPS of FP16 (2:1 ratio). The GPU has 8 RT cores for ray tracing, though tensor cores are not specified. The TDP is 75W, requiring a single 8-pin power connector and a suggested 250W PSU. The card is dual-slot, measuring 222 mm in length, 114 mm in height, and 42 mm in width.

Benchmark results show the GPU's performance tier. The PassMark G3D score of 6,252 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 place it at the 44th percentile. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 38,224 and Vulkan score of 36,736 indicate moderate compute capability. PassMark sub-scores reveal weak API performance: DirectX 9 at 73, DirectX 10 at 37, DirectX 11 at 38, DirectX 12 at 35. The GPU compute score of 2,762 and G2D score of 610 round out the picture.

The A380's performance is most comparable to mobile GPUs — the AMD FirePro W5170M (8,595, -0.4% delta) and NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (8,458, 1.2% delta). This places it below most modern desktop discrete GPUs. For rendering workloads, the 8 RT cores and 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 are too limited for serious ray tracing or GPU compute tasks, but the 6 GB VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p gaming at low settings and basic display output.