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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 9 185H + AMD Radeon 760M

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87 Score

Top 13% Ranking

87 / 100

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Top 13% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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CPU

91%

GPU

83%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 9 185H

35,670 Benchmark Score

Top 9% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon 760M

6,019 Benchmark Score

Top 17% Market Ranking

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Budget

0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

60-85

Enthusiast

85-100

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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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 9 185H paired with the AMD Radeon 760M represents a distinctive laptop configuration where a high-end mobile processor is matched with an entry-level integrated GPU. This pairing creates a unique performance profile, with the CPU operating in the upper echelon of mobile processors while the GPU sits in the lower quartile of all graphics solutions. The data reveals a system optimized for processor-intensive workloads rather than graphical fidelity, and the benchmark results consistently reflect this imbalance.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and can boost up to 5.10 GHz, with a thermal design power of 45 W. The cache hierarchy includes 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache, providing substantial on-die storage for active workloads.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 85th percentile of all processors, indicating strong multi-threaded capability. In Cinebench R23, the processor scores 17984.5 in multi-core and 1810.5 in single-core tests. These figures suggest excellent performance in heavily threaded applications like video encoding and 3D rendering, while the single-core score indicates responsive daily operation. The Geekbench scores of 11657 multi-core and 1794 single-core reinforce this assessment, showing balanced performance across different workload types.

The Passmark suite provides additional insight into specialized workloads. Integer math scores of 98302 and floating-point math of 73270 indicate strong computational throughput for scientific and financial applications. Data encryption at 19827 and compression at 339489 show capable handling of data management tasks. The processor's extended instructions score of 20272 suggests good support for modern instruction sets beneficial in cryptography and media processing.

The nearest rivals provide context for these results. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 scores 35719 on average, just 0.1% higher than the Core Ultra 9 185H. Similarly, the Intel Core 7 250H scores 35728, a 0.2% difference, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 scores 35802, 0.4% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X scores 35909, representing a 0.7% advantage. These figures demonstrate that the Core Ultra 9 185H is essentially performance-equivalent to these rivals, with differences well within typical run-to-run variation.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data for this system reveals significant variance across game titles, with the integrated Radeon 760M being the primary constraint. At 1920x1080 with ultra settings, the system achieves playable frame rates in some titles while falling short in others. Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 143 FPS, and Valorant reaches 121 FPS, showing that competitive shooters can perform well. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive achieves 117 FPS, while Counter-Strike 2 runs at 53 FPS, indicating how newer titles can dramatically reduce performance.

At 2560x1440 resolution, frame rates drop noticeably across all titles. Call of Duty: Warzone maintains 127 FPS, Valorant 103 FPS, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive 80 FPS. However, more demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 fall to 12 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 runs at 11 FPS, making them essentially unplayable at this resolution. The 3840x2160 results are predominantly below playable thresholds, with only Call of Duty: Warzone exceeding 100 FPS at 108 FPS.

The pair rank by FPS places this system at 3728 out of 3732 pairs, with an average FPS of 36.2 across all tested games. This position in the bottom 0.1% of all CPU-GPU pairs highlights the GPU's limitations. The data indicates this system can handle esports titles at 1080p with high refresh rates, but modern AAA games require significant settings reductions to achieve playable performance.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming at 1080p is achievable in specific titles. Call of Duty: Warzone at 143 FPS and Valorant at 121 FPS support 120Hz or higher refresh rate monitors, while Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 117 FPS also qualifies. However, the average FPS across all games of 36.2 indicates this is not a general-purpose high-refresh system.

Streaming presents a mixed picture. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by the 17984.5 Cinebench R23 multi-core score, can handle encoding workloads. However, the GPU's 35th percentile ranking limits in-game performance while streaming, particularly in demanding titles where FPS already drops to single digits at higher resolutions.

Video editing benefits from the processor's capabilities. The 10356 Cinebench R20 multi-core score and 29376 Passmark multithread score indicate smooth timeline scrubbing and export performance. The GPU's compute score of 2840 in Passmark GPU Compute does provide some acceleration, though the system shared memory limits bandwidth.

3D rendering is a strong suit for this configuration. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking and 17984.5 Cinebench R23 multi-core score make it suitable for CPU-based renderers. GPU rendering would be limited by the integrated graphics' 5.323 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which falls far short of dedicated solutions.

Software development workloads benefit from the CPU's 16 cores and 22 threads. The Passmark integer math score of 98302 and extended instructions score of 20272 indicate strong compilation and code analysis performance. Single-core performance of 3697 in Passmark single-thread tests ensures responsive IDE operation.

Student and office work is well-served by this configuration. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking ensures smooth multitasking across productivity applications, while the integrated GPU provides adequate display output for documents and web browsing. The 45 W TDP suggests reasonable battery life for a desktop replacement laptop.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H uses the Intel BGA 2049 socket, which is a soldered mobile platform. This means the CPU cannot be upgraded in a traditional sense; the processor is permanently attached to the motherboard. The memory support is DDR5, though the specific capacity depends on the motherboard configuration, with dual-channel memory providing 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth.

The system uses PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes from the CPU, providing substantial bandwidth for storage devices. However, the integrated GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which is sufficient for its bandwidth requirements. The system has no suggested PSU because it is an integrated graphics solution, and the GPU's 15 W TDP means no additional power connectors are required.

A sensible next upgrade would involve moving to a system with a dedicated GPU. The CPU's 85th percentile performance would not bottleneck most mid-range discrete graphics cards, making a laptop with the same or similar CPU paired with a dedicated GPU a logical progression. The memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s would be a limiting factor for some GPU-intensive workloads, but it is adequate for most gaming scenarios.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 760M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, built on TSMC's 4 nm process. It features 512 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, 16 raster operation units, and 8 ray tracing cores. The base clock runs at 800 MHz with a boost clock of 2599 MHz, and the GPU uses system shared memory with dependent bandwidth.

The GPU's compute capabilities include 5.323 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and matching FP16 performance at a 1:1 ratio. The pixel rate is 41.58 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 83.17 GTexel/s. The 25,390 million transistors on a 178 mm² die give a transistor density of 142.6 million per square millimeter, indicating a dense design for an integrated solution.

Benchmark results place this GPU in the 35th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 6019. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 400 is low, reflecting limited modern gaming performance. Geekbench scores show 20255 in OpenCL and 30336 in Vulkan, indicating some compute capability. Passmark scores include 5310 for G3D, 2840 for GPU compute, and 890 for G2D.

The nearest rivals show the Radeon 760M is competitive with older discrete GPUs. The AMD Radeon RX 6400 scores 6001, just 0.3% lower, while the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M scores 6000, also 0.3% lower. The NVIDIA Quadro P2000 scores 6049, representing a 0.5% advantage. These comparisons show the integrated GPU performs at the level of entry-level discrete GPUs from previous generations.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who prioritize processor performance over graphical capabilities. Gamers playing esports titles at 1080p will find acceptable performance in games like Valorant, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, all exceeding 100 FPS at that resolution. However, gamers expecting to play modern AAA titles at high settings will be disappointed.

Content creators focusing on CPU-intensive tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation will benefit from the 85th percentile CPU performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17984.5 and Geekbench multi-core score of 11657 indicate strong throughput for these workloads. The GPU's limitations in compute tasks may slow GPU-accelerated effects, but CPU-based workflows will perform well.

Software developers will appreciate the 16 cores and 22 threads for parallel compilation and testing. The Passmark extended instructions score of 20272 and integer math score of 98302 indicate strong performance for code analysis and build tools. The single-thread performance of 3697 in Passmark ensures responsive IDE interactions.

Students and small business users will find this system adequate for document creation, web browsing, and spreadsheet work. The CPU's high percentile ranking ensures smooth multitasking, while the integrated GPU handles display output for productivity applications. The 45 W TDP makes this suitable for a laptop where battery life is a consideration.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU benchmarks show a processor in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35670. The Cinebench R15 scores are 2801.5 multi-core and 264.5 single-core, while the R20 scores reach 10356 multi-core and 1462 single-core. The R23 scores of 17984.5 multi-core and 1810.5 single-core represent the most modern rendering benchmark results.

The GPU benchmarks reveal a solution in the 35th percentile, with an average score of 6019. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 400 and Passmark G3D score of 5310 indicate limited gaming performance. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 20255 and Vulkan score of 30336 show some compute capability, but these are far below discrete GPU levels.

The combined percentile for this CPU-GPU pair is 60, reflecting the strong CPU contribution pulling up the weaker GPU performance. The pair rank by FPS of 3728 out of 3732 pairs, with an average FPS of 36.2, shows that real-world gaming performance is heavily constrained by the GPU. The measured FPS data confirms this, with only a handful of titles reaching playable frame rates at 1080p.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's overall performance ranking?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H sits in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35670, placing it near the top of mobile processors.

Q: How does the Radeon 760M compare to discrete GPUs?

A: The Radeon 760M scores 6019 on average, which is within 0.5% of the AMD Radeon RX 6400, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M, and NVIDIA Quadro P2000.

Q: What frame rates can I expect in esports titles?

A: At 1920x1080, Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 143 FPS, Valorant at 121 FPS, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 117 FPS, supporting high refresh rate play.

Q: Can this system handle modern AAA games?

A: The data shows Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 16 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 14 FPS at 1080p, indicating these titles are not playable at ultra settings.

Q: What memory does this platform support?

A: The system supports DDR5 memory, with the specific capacity depending on the motherboard, using a dual-channel configuration providing 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Is the CPU upgradable?

A: No, the CPU uses the Intel BGA 2049 socket, which is a soldered mobile platform, meaning the processor cannot be replaced.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 scores 0.1% higher, the Intel Core 7 250H scores 0.2% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X scores 0.7% higher on average.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data clearly identifies the AMD Radeon 760M as the primary bottleneck in this system. The CPU operates in the 85th percentile while the GPU sits in the 35th percentile, creating a significant performance disparity. In gaming workloads, the GPU limits frame rates across virtually all titles, with only the least demanding games approaching the CPU's capability ceiling.

The FPS scaling across resolutions demonstrates this bottleneck. At 1080p, the average FPS across games is 36.2, but this drops to lower values at higher resolutions. For example, Call of Duty: Warzone drops from 143 FPS at 1080p to 108 FPS at 4K, showing the GPU struggling with increased pixel counts. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by the 1810.5 Cinebench R23 score, is underutilized in gaming scenarios where the GPU cannot keep up.

In CPU-intensive workloads, the balance shifts. Video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation use the processor's full capabilities, and the GPU's limitations are less impactful. The Passmark multithread score of 29376 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17984.5 show the CPU can handle demanding computational tasks without GPU assistance. The GPU's compute score of 2840 in Passmark GPU Compute does provide some acceleration, but it is not the primary driver for these workloads.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class configuration combining the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor with the AMD Radeon 760M integrated graphics. The CPU represents the high end of Intel's Core Ultra Series 1 mobile processors, built on the Meteor Lake architecture with 16 cores and 22 threads. The GPU is based on AMD's RDNA 3.0 architecture and integrates directly into the system, sharing memory with the CPU.

The combined performance percentile of 60 reflects the significant gap between the CPU's 85th percentile ranking and the GPU's 35th percentile ranking. This system is best characterized as a productivity-focused laptop with occasional gaming capability. The measured FPS data confirms this, with the system achieving playable frame rates primarily in esports and older titles at 1080p.

The pair rank of 3728 out of 3732 pairs places this configuration in the bottom 0.1% of all CPU-GPU pairs for gaming performance, despite the strong CPU. This indicates the GPU is the limiting factor for gaming, while the CPU provides excellent performance for processor-intensive workloads. Users considering this configuration should prioritize CPU-bound tasks and manage expectations for gaming performance accordingly.

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 9 185H + AMD Radeon 760M

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System Balance Analysis

Intel Core Ultra 9 185H

AMD Radeon 760M

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Call of Duty: Warzone

Call of Duty: Warzone

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Call of Duty: Warzone

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

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Mid-Range

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CPU Analysis

Gaming Performance

Usage Scenarios

Upgrade Path and Platform

GPU Analysis

Who Should Build It

Benchmark Performance

FAQ

Balance and Bottleneck

Build Overview

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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