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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 9 288V + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
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CPU
86%
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GPU
95%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 9 288V

23,219 Benchmark Score
Top 14% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

38,135 Benchmark Score
Top 5% Market Ranking
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0-30
Mid-Range
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

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

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

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30-49

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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 9 288V and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile form a distinctive laptop pairing, combining a power-sipping Lunar Lake processor with a high-end Ada Lovelace GPU. The data shows a system with a combined percentile of 79, but the performance dynamic between the two components is far from uniform. This analysis interprets the benchmark scores to explain where this pairing excels, where it may hold itself back, and who should consider building a system around it.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a clear asymmetry in performance potential between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The CPU sits at the 76th percentile among all tested processors, while the GPU commands a stronger position at the 81st percentile. This 5-point gap suggests that in graphics-intensive scenarios, the RTX 4080 Mobile has slightly more headroom than the CPU can reliably feed, but the difference is modest enough that the CPU will not act as a severe constraint in most tasks.

The CPU's architecture is the primary factor in this balance. The Core Ultra 9 288V is a Lunar Lake part with 8 cores and 8 threads, meaning it lacks the simultaneous multithreading found in many rivals. Its multi-threaded performance is respectable but not class-leading; the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10178 places it near the Intel Core i9-11900F, which scores 23254 in the average benchmark with a delta of -0.2%. However, the single-core performance is a relative strength. A Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1950 indicates strong per-thread throughput, which is critical for gaming and lightly-threaded applications.

The bottleneck profile shifts depending on the workload. For high-refresh gaming, the CPU's 8-thread limit could be a limiting factor in modern titles that utilize more than eight threads, even though its single-core speed is ample. The GPU, conversely, is rarely the limiting factor at lower resolutions, but at higher resolutions like 4K, the RTX 4080 Mobile's workload increases, and the balance tips toward the GPU being the primary performance driver. The data shows the GPU has a Passmark G3D score of 24926, a strong result, but its DirectX 12 score of 96 suggests that while raw throughput is high, API-specific optimizations matter.

In compute-heavy tasks like 3D rendering, the CPU's multi-core score of 7069 in Cinebench R20 will be the bottleneck, as rendering engines scale with core count and thread count. The GPU's compute capabilities, evidenced by a Passmark GPU Compute score of 11191, can offload some of this work, but the CPU will still need to manage the scene and feed the GPU. The conclusion is that this is a balanced pairing for gaming and general use, but it is a CPU-limited system for professional multi-threaded workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The combination of the RTX 4080 Mobile's high FPS potential and the CPU's strong single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1950) makes this pairing well-suited for high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 24926 is high enough to push frame rates well beyond 60 FPS in most titles, though the CPU's 8-thread limit could cause occasional frame pacing issues in the most demanding simulations.

Streaming: The CPU's integrated Arc 140V graphics and the dedicated RTX 4080 Mobile with its 58 RT cores and 232 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for encoding and streaming tasks. The CPU's Passmark data encryption score of 14141 and extended instructions score of 15613 suggest it can handle the overhead of encoding alongside gaming, though the lack of extra threads means streamers may need to offload encoding to the GPU to maintain high in-game frame rates.

Video Editing: This is a strong scenario for this pairing. Video editing software benefits from both the CPU's single-core speed for timeline scrubbing and the GPU's compute power for effects and rendering. The RTX 4080 Mobile's 24.72 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 432.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth will accelerate exports and previews, while the CPU's 12 MB of shared L3 cache helps with media handling.

3D Rendering: This is a mixed scenario. The GPU's compute performance (Passmark GPU Compute score of 11191) is substantial and will render scenes quickly in GPU-accelerated engines. However, the CPU's multi-core score of 10178 in Cinebench R23 is modest compared to desktop parts with more cores, so CPU-bound rendering tasks will take longer. The 8-core/8-thread configuration is a clear limitation here.

Software Development: The CPU's strong single-core performance is a boon for compilation tasks that are often single-threaded. A Passmark Single Thread score of 4274 indicates fast code compilation and responsive IDE performance. The data encryption and extended instruction scores (14141 and 15613 respectively) also suggest capable handling of cryptographic and SIMD workloads common in development.

Student and Office Work: This pairing is overkill for standard office tasks, but the data shows it is not a poor choice. The CPU's low 30W TDP and integrated Arc 140V graphics mean it can handle document editing and web browsing with very low power draw. The high single-core score ensures a snappy user experience, and the GPU can be used for occasional light rendering or video tasks.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V is a mobile processor built on the Lunar Lake architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It features 8 cores and 8 threads, a notable design choice as it omits Hyper-Threading. This means the CPU's performance is entirely dependent on its physical cores and their efficiency. The base clock is 3.30 GHz, which can boost up to 5.10 GHz, and the TDP is a low 30W, making it highly power-efficient.

The cache hierarchy is substantial: 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 12 MB of L3 cache. This layout helps mitigate the lack of threads by providing fast access to frequently used data. The memory support is LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. This is critical for the integrated Arc 140V graphics, which shares this memory, and it also feeds the CPU's high boost clocks.

Benchmark scores paint a picture of a processor with excellent single-thread capability and moderate multi-thread performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1950 is high, rivaling many desktop parts and allowing for snappy responsiveness in daily tasks. The multi-core score of 10178 is lower than many 8-core desktop CPUs, but it is competitive for a mobile part. The Passmark results are varied: a high Single Thread score of 4274 confirms the single-core strength, while the Multithread score of 19810 is more modest. The Integer Math score of 44019 and Floating Point Math score of 59536 show solid arithmetic capability, but the Find Prime Numbers score of 195 is low, suggesting that certain specific algorithms are not optimized for this architecture.

In the nearest rivals table, the Core Ultra 9 288V is closely matched with the Intel Core i9-11900F (delta -0.2%), the AMD EPYC 4124P (delta 0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H (delta -0.2%), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V (delta -0.3%). This places it in a competitive tier with older desktop CPUs and modern high-end mobile chips, confirming its position as a fast but not extreme multi-threaded performer.

FAQ

Q: How does the Core Ultra 9 288V compare to the Intel Core i9-11900F?

A: The average benchmark scores are nearly identical, with the Core Ultra 9 288V scoring 23219 and the i9-11900F scoring 23254, a delta of -0.2%. This indicates very similar overall performance, despite the i9 being a desktop part with more threads.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU, and why does it matter?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 30W. This is a low power draw, which enables thinner laptop designs, longer battery life, and more thermal headroom for the GPU in a shared chassis.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes the Intel Arc 140V integrated GPU. This allows for basic display output and light graphics tasks without needing to engage the discrete RTX 4080 Mobile, saving power.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The RTX 4080 Mobile has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. This is sufficient for high-resolution textures and demanding games.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this pairing?

A: The combined percentile for the CPU and GPU pairing is 79. This places it above the majority of tested laptop configurations, indicating a high-performance tier.

Q: Is the CPU's lack of multi-threading a problem?

A: In multi-threaded workloads like 3D rendering, yes. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10178 is limited by the 8 threads. In gaming, the impact is less severe due to the strong single-core score of 1950.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The CPU is manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC, while the GPU is on a 5 nm process, also by TSMC.

Benchmark Performance

The combined benchmark picture shows a laptop that performs at the 79th percentile overall, a strong result indicating it is faster than the majority of systems in the database. The CPU holds a 76th percentile position, while the GPU sits higher at the 81st percentile. This indicates that the GPU is the more dominant component in terms of raw performance relative to its peers.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 23219. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-11900F, scores 23254, a negligible delta of -0.2%. This suggests the 288V offers performance on par with a previous-generation desktop CPU. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800H scores 23277, also a -0.2% delta, further solidifying this performance tier. The AMD EPYC 4124P scores 23167, a +0.2% delta, showing the 288V is slightly faster. The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V scores 23297, a -0.3% delta, indicating the 288V is slightly slower than its sibling part.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 38135. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce MX570, scores 38299, a delta of -0.4%. This is a surprising comparison, as the MX570 is a low-end part, but the average score is skewed by different benchmark workloads. The GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile scores 38349, a -0.6% delta, meaning the 4080 Mobile is slightly slower. The GeForce RTX 4070 scores 37648, a +1.3% delta, meaning the 4080 Mobile is faster than its desktop counterpart. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 scores 37628, a +1.3% delta, again showing the 4080 Mobile is ahead.

Specific GPU benchmarks show a strong compute performer. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 159575, and the Vulkan score is 145807. The Passmark G3D score is 24926, which is high, but the DirectX 12 score of 96 is oddly lower than the DirectX 11 score of 244, suggesting that this particular benchmark run may not reflect real-world DX12 performance. The GPU Compute score of 11191 confirms its prowess in parallel compute tasks.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is a high-end mobile graphics solution based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process by TSMC. The chip, designated AD104, contains 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. The GPU is equipped with 7424 shading units, 232 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs. It also includes 58 RT cores for ray tracing and 232 tensor cores for AI workloads like DLSS.

Memory is a key strength. The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. This is ample for 1440p and entry-level 4K gaming, allowing for large texture pools and high resolutions. The clock speeds are a base of 1290 MHz and a boost of 1665 MHz. The memory clock is 2250 MHz, which translates to an 18 Gbps effective data rate.

The compute throughput is substantial. The GPU delivers 24.72 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and the same for FP16, indicating a 1:1 ratio. The texture rate is 386.3 GTexel/s, and the pixel rate is 133.2 GPixel/s. These figures suggest high fill rates for both texture-heavy and pixel-heavy rendering. The TDP is 110W, which is a significant power draw for a laptop GPU but expected for this performance tier.

Benchmark scores reflect a capable high-end mobile GPU. The Passmark G3D score of 24926 is strong, placing it ahead of the desktop RTX 4070, which scores 37648 in the average benchmark with a +1.3% delta. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 159575 and Vulkan score of 145807 show excellent compute and modern API performance. The lower DirectX 12 score of 96 is an outlier compared to the DirectX 11 score of 244, which may indicate driver or benchmark variance rather than a real-world limitation.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK does not contain any measured FPS data for this specific CPU and GPU combination. Therefore, all frame rate figures are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as qualitative expectations rather than measured results.

Based on the GPU's high Passmark G3D score of 24926 and the CPU's strong single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1950), this pairing is expected to deliver excellent gaming performance. At 1080p and 1440p resolutions, the RTX 4080 Mobile is estimated to achieve very high frame rates in most esports titles and high frame rates in AAA games, likely exceeding 60 FPS on high settings. The 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for these resolutions.

At 4K resolution, the GPU's 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth and 24.72 TFLOPS of compute will be pushed harder. The data suggests this pairing can handle 4K gaming, but frame rates may vary more significantly depending on the title. Games with heavy ray tracing will benefit from the 58 RT cores, but performance will be lower than in rasterized games.

The CPU's 8-thread limitation is the primary risk for gaming. While the single-core speed is high, modern games increasingly use more than 8 threads. In such titles, the CPU could become a bottleneck, limiting the maximum frame rate even if the GPU has headroom. This is an estimated concern based on the CPU's core and thread count, not a measured result.

Build Overview

This build is a laptop-class system pairing the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V CPU with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile GPU. The CPU is a low-power (30W TDP) Lunar Lake part designed for efficiency, while the GPU is a high-power (110W TDP) Ada Lovelace part designed for performance. This creates a hybrid system with a strong focus on graphics capability.

The overall tier of this pairing is high. The combined percentile of 79 places it above most laptop configurations. The GPU is the stronger component, with an 81st percentile ranking, while the CPU is slightly lower at the 76th percentile. This indicates that the system is built to prioritize gaming and graphics-intensive tasks over heavy multi-threaded CPU workloads.

The pairing represents a specific design philosophy: combining an ultra-efficient CPU with a powerful GPU. This allows for a laptop that can be relatively thin and light while still offering desktop-class gaming performance. The CPU's efficiency ensures that the GPU can draw more power without exceeding the thermal limits of the chassis.

Who Should Build It

This build is for users who prioritize gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks in a laptop form factor. The data clearly shows that the RTX 4080 Mobile is the star of the show, so the primary target is a gamer who wants high frame rates at 1440p or entry-level 4K. The CPU's strong single-core performance supports this, and the 12 GB of VRAM ensures future-proofing for high-resolution textures.

Content creators who work with video editing or GPU-accelerated rendering will also find this appealing. The GPU's compute scores (e.g., 11191 in Passmark GPU Compute) will significantly speed up exports and effects, and the CPU's single-core speed keeps the interface responsive. However, users who do CPU-heavy 3D rendering should look elsewhere, as the 8-thread limit is a bottleneck.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's fast single-core performance for compilation and the efficient power draw for long coding sessions. Students and office workers will find this system far more powerful than needed, but the CPU's low TDP means it can still be a quiet and cool machine for daily tasks, with the GPU on standby for occasional creative projects. The system is not ideal for heavy multi-threaded server or workstation tasks, but for a high-performance personal laptop, it is a well-balanced option.