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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 9 288V + Intel Arc A350M

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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

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CPU

86%

GPU

92%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 9 288V

23,219 Benchmark Score

Top 14% Market Ranking

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Intel Arc A350M

24,647 Benchmark Score

Top 8% Market Ranking

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30-60

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60-85

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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

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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

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The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V is a Lunar Lake mobile processor paired with the Intel Arc A350M discrete GPU in this laptop configuration. The combination sits at the 73rd percentile overall, indicating a system that outperforms roughly three-quarters of all tested builds. The CPU alone ranks at the 76th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU holds the 70th percentile against all GPUs, making this a balanced pairing where the processor holds a slight edge over the graphics component.

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, and what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The Intel Arc A350M is built on the Xe-HPG architecture, specifically the DG2-128 chip manufactured on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The GPU contains 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die, with a transistor density of 45.9M per mm². This is a compact, efficient design intended for thin-and-light laptops rather than desktop-class performance.

Memory configuration is modest but workable for its class. The GPU has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, delivering 112.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz, which translates to 14 Gbps effective. For context, this bandwidth is substantially lower than what higher-tier discrete GPUs offer, but it is adequate for 1080p gaming at medium settings and for light content creation work. The 4 GB capacity is the more limiting factor — modern games at high textures will exceed this, causing stuttering or reduced texture quality.

Clock speeds are respectable for a low-power mobile part. The base clock is 1150 MHz with a boost clock of 2200 MHz. The GPU has 768 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 raster output units. Pixel rate is 52.80 GPixel/s and texture rate is 105.6 GTexel/s. Floating-point performance is rated at 3.379 TFLOPS for FP32 and 6.758 TFLOPS for FP16 with a 2:1 ratio. These figures place it in the entry-level discrete GPU category, comparable to older desktop cards.

Ray tracing hardware is present with 6 RT cores. This is a relatively low count, so ray-traced effects will be playable only at reduced resolutions or with significant upscaling. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, meaning it is fully modern in API support even if raw throughput is limited. Tensor cores are not specified in the data, which means AI-accelerated features rely on the GPU's general compute units rather than dedicated hardware.

The benchmark results for the Arc A350M show a Geekbench OpenCL score of 24546 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 24747. The average benchmark score is 24647, placing it at the 70th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 590 with an average score of 24744 (deltaPct -0.4%), the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile at 24763 (deltaPct -0.5%), the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT at 24442 (deltaPct 0.8%), and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 at 24277 (deltaPct 1.5%). The performance is essentially a dead heat with the RX 590 and RTX A5000 Mobile, while it edges out the RX 6600 XT and GTX 1630 by less than 2%. This tells you the Arc A350M delivers roughly desktop GTX 1630-class compute performance in a 25 W mobile package.

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and the combined picture

The CPU benchmarks for the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V show a consistent picture of strong single-thread performance with more modest multi-thread results. In Cinebench R15, the multicore score is 1583 and singlecore is 301.5. Cinebench R20 shows 7069 multicore and 997 singlecore. Cinebench R23 results are 10178 multicore and 1950 singlecore. These numbers indicate that the processor handles lightly-threaded tasks with ease but does not scale as well when all cores are loaded, which is expected given its 8-core, 8-thread configuration without hyperthreading.

PassMark results reinforce this pattern. The single-thread score is 4274, which is strong for a mobile chip. Multi-thread score is 19810. More specialized workloads show: data compression at 186521, data encryption at 14141, extended instructions at 15613, find prime numbers at 195, floating point math at 59536, integer math at 44019, physics at 1637, and random string sorting at 22622. The average benchmark score for the CPU is 23219.

The CPU's percentile versus all CPUs is 76, meaning it outperforms 76% of all tested processors. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered. The Intel Core i9-11900F has an average score of 23254 with a deltaPct of -0.2%, meaning the Ultra 9 288V is 0.2% behind it. The AMD EPYC 4124P scores 23167 with a deltaPct of 0.2%, so the Ultra 9 is 0.2% ahead. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800H scores 23277 with a deltaPct of -0.2%, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V scores 23297 with a deltaPct of -0.3%. This puts the Ultra 9 288V in a virtual tie with several established desktop and mobile processors — remarkable for a 30 W mobile chip.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 24647 with a 70th percentile ranking. The combined system percentile is 73. The data shows no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All FPS discussion must therefore be treated as estimated from the benchmark scores rather than empirically measured. The CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, while the GPU is slightly below it in percentile terms, but both are within a few points of each other, indicating a reasonably balanced system.

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, and what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V is part of the Core Ultra Series 2, built on the Lunar Lake architecture. It uses a 3 nm process node from TSMC, which is advanced for mobile processors. The CPU has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no hyperthreading. Base clock is 3.30 GHz and boost clock reaches 5.10 GHz. The TDP is just 30 W, which is exceptionally low for the performance level demonstrated in the benchmarks.

The cache hierarchy is generous: 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. This cache configuration helps maintain high single-thread performance, which is reflected in the Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 1950. For comparison, that single-core score is competitive with desktop processors from a few generations ago, all while consuming a fraction of the power.

Memory support is LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus, providing 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. This is not ECC memory. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 4 lanes available from the CPU. The socket is Intel BGA 2833, which means the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded. The integrated graphics is Arc 140V, providing a fallback display output if the discrete GPU is disabled. The market segment is mobile, production status is active, and the release date was 2024-09-23. The multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not possible.

The benchmark scores translate to real-world performance as follows. The PassMark single-thread score of 4274 means snappy application launches, fast web browsing, and responsive productivity software. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10178 means the chip can handle video editing, 3D rendering, and code compilation, but it will not compete with high-core-count desktop chips. The data encryption score of 14141 and data compression score of 186521 suggest solid performance for file archiving and VPN/encryption workloads. The floating point math score of 59536 indicates competent number-crunching for scientific or engineering software. Overall, this is a premium ultraportable processor that punches above its 30 W power envelope.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ultra 9 288V has an average benchmark score of 23219. It is 0.2% behind the Intel Core i9-11900F (23254), 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4124P (23167), 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H (23277), and 0.3% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V (23297). This places it in a statistical tie with all four rivals.

Q: What is the GPU performance tier of the Intel Arc A350M?

A: The Arc A350M has an average benchmark score of 24647, placing it at the 70th percentile of all GPUs. It is 0.4% behind the AMD Radeon RX 590 (24744), 0.5% behind the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (24763), 0.8% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (24442), and 1.5% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 (24277).

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: No. The multiplier is locked, and the socket is Intel BGA 2833, which is a soldered mobile socket. The boost clock of 5.10 GHz is the maximum achievable frequency without modification, and the 30 W TDP limits any headroom for manual tuning.

Q: What memory type does this system use?

A: The CPU supports LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory is not supported. The GPU uses 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus with 112.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the ray tracing capability of the Arc A350M?

A: The GPU has 6 RT cores dedicated to ray tracing. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), which includes DXR support. Given the modest RT core count and overall GPU performance, ray-traced effects should be considered a feature for light use or lower resolutions rather than a primary gaming mode.

Q: How does the system's combined percentile rank?

A: The combined percentile for the CPU+GPU pairing is 73, meaning it outperforms 73% of all tested builds in the database. The CPU alone ranks at the 76th percentile, while the GPU ranks at the 70th percentile.

Q: Are there measured FPS values for this system?

A: No. The data contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination. All FPS figures discussed in this analysis are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not empirical measurements.

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

The balance between the CPU and GPU is close but slightly tilted toward the processor. The CPU's 76th percentile versus the GPU's 70th percentile indicates that the GPU is the weaker link in most gaming scenarios. When a workload is graphics-bound, the Arc A350M will be the limiting factor. When a workload is CPU-bound, the Ultra 9 288V will perform well above average.

In gaming, the GPU will typically be the bottleneck at 1080p with higher detail settings. The Arc A350M's 4 GB VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth are modest, so texture-heavy scenes will strain the GPU. The CPU's strong single-thread score of 4274 in PassMark means it can feed frames quickly, but the GPU's 3.379 TFLOPS FP32 throughput will cap frame rates in graphically intense titles. The GPU's 0.8% advantage over the RX 6600 XT and 1.5% advantage over the GTX 1630 in average benchmark score suggests that gaming performance will be in the entry-level discrete range.

In productivity workloads, the CPU is the clear driver. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10178 and PassMark multithread score of 19810 indicate that video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation will be handled competently by the processor. The GPU's compute capabilities, measured at 24546 in Geekbench OpenCL, will accelerate some tasks like image processing or GPU-accelerated effects, but the CPU will carry most of the load in CPU-centric applications.

The memory bandwidth split is also worth noting. The CPU has access to 136.5 GB/s of LPDDR5X bandwidth, while the GPU has its own 112.0 GB/s of GDDR6. This separation prevents contention for memory resources, which is a positive for multitasking. The 30 W CPU TDP and 25 W GPU TDP together form a power-efficient pairing that should sustain performance in thin chassis without excessive thermal throttling.

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination. All gaming performance figures presented here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than empirical results.

Based on the Arc A350M's average benchmark score of 24647 and its position relative to the GTX 1630 (1.5% ahead) and RX 590 (0.4% behind), this GPU is best suited for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings in esports titles and older games. Competitive shooters like Counter-Strike or Valorant should achieve playable frame rates, likely in the 60-100 FPS range at 1080p with competitive settings. More demanding AAA titles will require reduced settings or lower resolutions to maintain smooth gameplay.

The 4 GB VRAM capacity is the primary constraint for modern games. At 1080p with high texture quality, many current titles will exceed 4 GB of VRAM usage, forcing the game to stream textures from system memory or reduce quality automatically. This manifests as stuttering or frame drops in open-world games. For 1440p gaming, the GPU is not recommended — the 112.0 GB/s bandwidth and 4 GB capacity will cause significant performance degradation.

The CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures that frame pacing will be consistent in CPU-bound scenarios. The 5.10 GHz boost clock and 1950 Cinebench R23 singlecore score mean that even the most demanding game logic will not bottleneck the GPU at 1080p. In games that are heavily CPU-dependent, such as simulation titles or real-time strategy games, the Ultra 9 288V will keep frame rates stable.

The system's 73rd combined percentile suggests that gaming performance will be above average for a laptop, but it is not a high-refresh-rate gaming machine. Users should expect a solid 1080p experience at medium settings in modern titles, with the ability to push higher settings in less demanding games. Ray tracing should be disabled or used sparingly given the 6 RT cores.

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, and what a sensible next upgrade looks like

The upgrade path for this system is extremely limited. The CPU uses the Intel BGA 2833 socket, which is a soldered mobile package — there is no possibility of swapping the processor. The GPU is also a mobile component with a 25 W TDP and is described as end-of-life, so it cannot be replaced. The build class is laptop, which means the entire platform is integrated and non-serviceable for major components.

Memory is LPDDR5X soldered to the board, so RAM capacity is fixed at whatever the manufacturer installed. The memory bus is dual-channel with 136.5 GB/s bandwidth, which is adequate for the CPU but cannot be expanded. Storage is the only realistic upgrade path — the PCIe Gen 5 interface with 4 lanes from the CPU supports fast NVMe drives, and replacing or adding an M.2 SSD is typically possible in laptops.

The GPU's PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface is internal to the laptop and cannot be modified. The suggested PSU is not specified in the data, but the combined TDP of 30 W for the CPU and 25 W for the GPU is low, meaning the existing laptop power adapter is sufficient for the current configuration. There is no headroom for adding external GPUs unless the laptop supports Thunderbolt or USB4, which is not specified in the data.

A sensible next upgrade for this system would be external storage via USB or a faster internal NVMe drive, assuming the laptop has an accessible M.2 slot. Beyond that, the platform is closed. Users who need more graphics performance would need to purchase a new laptop with a higher-tier GPU, as the Arc A350M's 70th percentile ranking and 4 GB VRAM will become increasingly limiting over time. The CPU's 76th percentile ranking means it will remain competitive for several years, but the GPU will age faster.

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class, and overall tier from the percentiles

This is a laptop-class build combining the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V, a Lunar Lake mobile processor, with the Intel Arc A350M, an Alchemist-generation discrete GPU. The CPU is built on a 3 nm TSMC process with 8 cores and 8 threads, boosting to 5.10 GHz within a 30 W TDP. The GPU is built on a 6 nm TSMC process with 768 shading units and 4 GB of GDDR6 memory, consuming 25 W.

The system's combined percentile is 73, placing it above 73% of all tested builds. The CPU's 76th percentile and the GPU's 70th percentile indicate that the processor is the stronger component, but the gap is small enough that neither part dramatically overshadows the other. The CPU's average benchmark score of 23219 puts it in a statistical tie with desktop processors like the Core i9-11900F and mobile chips like the Ryzen 7 5800H. The GPU's average benchmark score of 24647 puts it in the same performance class as the RX 590 and GTX 1630.

This pairing is best described as an ultraportable productivity machine with light gaming capability. The CPU's strong single-thread performance and efficient 3 nm process make it ideal for thin-and-light laptops where battery life and thermals matter. The GPU adds enough discrete graphics power for esports gaming and GPU-accelerated content creation, but it is not designed for high-end gaming or heavy rendering workloads. The production status of the CPU is active, while the GPU is end-of-life, meaning the graphics component is already at the end of its lifecycle.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V with Intel Arc A350M is suited for users who need strong CPU performance in a portable form factor with modest graphics capability. The CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 4274 and Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 1950 indicate excellent responsiveness for everyday productivity tasks. Students and office workers will find that document editing, spreadsheet analysis, web browsing, and video conferencing run flawlessly on this system.

Content creators working with photos and light video will benefit from the CPU's multicore performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10178 and PassMark multithread score of 19810 can handle 1080p video editing, image batch processing, and audio production. The GPU's OpenCL score of 24546 provides acceleration for effects and filters in creative applications. However, creators working with 4K video or complex 3D scenes will hit the GPU's limits quickly.

Developers and engineers will appreciate the CPU's compute capabilities. The PassMark integer math score of 44019 and floating point math score of 59536 indicate solid performance for code compilation, data analysis, and simulation workloads. The data encryption score of 14141 supports secure communications and VPN usage. The 30 W TDP means the laptop can sustain long compile sessions without thermal throttling, which is critical for professional work.

Gamers should target 1080p resolution with medium settings. The GPU's 70th percentile ranking and 4 GB VRAM limit the experience to esports titles and older games at high frame rates, or newer AAA games at reduced settings. The CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures that frame rates remain stable in CPU-bound scenarios. This is not a system for 1440p or high-refresh-rate gaming.

Small business workstations and mobile professionals will find this pairing appropriate for general office work, financial modeling, and client presentations. The CPU's 76th percentile ranking means it outperforms most laptops in everyday tasks, while the GPU provides enough power for occasional graphics work or light CAD. The low combined TDP of 55 W enables a thin chassis with long battery life, making it suitable for frequent travelers. The end-of-life status of the GPU is a consideration, but the CPU's active production status means the processor will receive ongoing support.

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 9 288V + Intel Arc A350M

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System Balance Analysis

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Game Performance Benchmarks

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Performance Insights

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Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

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Legacy

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, and what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and the combined picture

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, and what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

FAQ

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, and what a sensible next upgrade looks like

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class, and overall tier from the percentiles

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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