Thief

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a commanding performance profile in Thief, a 2014 stealth title, based on measured frame rate data across three resolutions and four quality presets. The benchmark results show that this combination never dips below 56.3 FPS on average in any tested configuration, with the most demanding 4K Ultra setting being the only scenario that falls short of the 60 FPS playability threshold. Across the board, the data indicates a system that comfortably handles the game’s engine, with particularly strong headroom at 1440p and 1080p, where even maximum settings maintain triple-digit average frame rates. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS figures, answers common questions, recommends optimal settings per resolution, contextualizes the combo’s rank among 3,720 tested configurations, and compares it to nearby hardware alternatives using only the provided benchmark database entries.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160 (4K), the measured average frame rates show a clear progression across the four settings presets. With Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 102.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold and indicates substantial headroom for a smooth experience. Medium settings reduce the average to 79.6 FPS, still maintaining a comfortable margin above the threshold. High settings bring the average down to 61.1 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS mark, making it the most demanding preset that remains playable at this resolution. Ultra settings, however, drop the average to 56.3 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that this preset is not recommended for 4K play if the goal is consistent frame rates at or above 60 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 46.3 FPS, showing a significant performance cost for the highest quality settings.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance envelope expands considerably. Low settings produce an average of 176.4 FPS, which is nearly triple the 60 FPS threshold and suggests the system is far from being stressed. Medium settings average 131.5 FPS, still offering excellent smoothness. High settings average 103.2 FPS, and even Ultra settings maintain an average of 94.5 FPS, which is over 34 FPS above the playability threshold. The data shows that at 1440p, every preset is playable, and the difference between Low and Ultra is 81.9 FPS, indicating that the GPU has enough headroom to handle the highest quality settings without approaching the 60 FPS floor. The progression from Medium to High at this resolution is a 28.3 FPS drop, while High to Ultra is a smaller 8.7 FPS drop, suggesting diminishing returns in performance cost as settings scale upward.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the measured frame rates are exceptionally high across all presets. Low settings average 207.9 FPS, Medium settings average 191.1 FPS, High settings average 144.5 FPS, and Ultra settings average 137.5 FPS. Every preset at this resolution clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, with the lowest average (Ultra) still being more than double the playability target. The spread between Low and Ultra is 70.4 FPS, and the data indicates that the system is heavily GPU-bound at lower settings, as the frame rates approach the limits of what the engine can deliver. The step from Low to Medium is a 16.8 FPS reduction, Medium to High is a 46.6 FPS reduction, and High to Ultra is a 7.0 FPS reduction, showing that the most significant performance cost occurs when moving from Medium to High settings.

Across all resolutions, the measured FPS data reveals that the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination scales predictably with resolution and settings. The largest absolute frame rate drops occur when moving from 1440p to 4K at the same settings, such as a 73.8 FPS reduction at Low settings, while the smallest drops occur at Ultra settings, where the 4K average is 38.2 FPS lower than the 1440p average. No min or max FPS values were recorded in the data, so all analysis relies solely on average frame rates.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Thief?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 207.9, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is over three times the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: Can this PC run Thief at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: No, based on the measured data, Ultra settings at 3840x2160 produce an average of 56.3 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The highest playable preset at 4K is High, with an average of 61.1 FPS.

Q: How does the performance at 1440p compare to 1080p at Ultra settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 94.5, while at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 137.5. This represents a 43 FPS difference, meaning 1080p Ultra delivers about 45.5% higher frame rates than 1440p Ultra.

Q: Which resolution provides the best balance of quality and performance?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with Ultra settings delivers an average of 94.5 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes 1440p Ultra the most demanding preset that still maintains a comfortable frame rate margin, as it offers maximum quality while keeping average FPS above 90.

Q: Is there a large performance gap between Medium and High settings at 1080p?

A: Yes, the measured data shows that Medium settings at 1920x1080 average 191.1 FPS, while High settings average 144.5 FPS. This is a 46.6 FPS drop, which is the largest single-preset step at 1080p, indicating that High settings impose a significant additional load on the GPU.

Q: Does the combo maintain above 60 FPS in all tested settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, every preset at 2560x1440 clears the 60 FPS threshold. The lowest average is 94.5 FPS at Ultra settings, which is 34.5 FPS above the playability threshold, while Low settings reach 176.4 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with a measured average of 61.1 FPS. This is the only high-resolution configuration where the average frame rate barely clears the 60 FPS threshold, providing a playable experience but leaving little headroom for demanding scenes. Low and Medium settings also remain playable at 4K, with averages of 102.6 FPS and 79.6 FPS respectively, but High is the recommended choice for the best visual quality without dropping below 60 FPS. Ultra settings at this resolution, with an average of 56.3 FPS, should be avoided if maintaining a 60 FPS average is a priority.

For 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with a measured average of 94.5 FPS. This means users can run the game at maximum quality settings while still enjoying frame rates that are over 34 FPS above the playability threshold. The data shows that all four presets at this resolution are playable, but Ultra provides the highest visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness, as the average FPS remains in the mid-90s. Given the significant headroom, there is no need to reduce settings below Ultra for a 60 FPS experience at 1440p.

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is also Ultra, with a measured average of 137.5 FPS. This is more than double the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the system is far from being stressed at this resolution. The data shows that even the most demanding settings leave substantial performance headroom, with the lowest average frame rate across all presets being 137.5 FPS. Users can confidently select Ultra settings at 1080p and expect a very smooth experience, as the average FPS remains well above 130.

Across all three resolutions, the pattern is consistent: the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination can handle maximum settings at 1440p and 1080p, while 4K requires a reduction to High settings to stay above 60 FPS. The verdict data confirms that High is the best playable setting at 3840x2160, while Ultra is the best playable setting at both 2560x1440 and 1920x1080.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 603rd out of 3,720 tested combos in Thief, placing it in the top 16.2% of all configurations in the benchmark database. This rank reflects the measured performance across the game’s various settings and resolutions, and it indicates that this combo outperforms the vast majority of tested systems. With 3,720 total combos, a rank of 603 means that 3,117 other configurations perform worse, while 602 perform better, suggesting that this is a high-tier setup for this particular game.

The CPU alone, the Intel Core i7-14700F, has an average benchmark score of 53,620 and ranks in the 91st percentile against all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 91% of processors in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6505P with an average score of 53,701, which is 0.2% higher, and the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 with an average score of 53,469, which is 0.3% lower. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X scores 53,288, which is 0.6% lower, and the AMD EPYC 7313P scores 53,206, which is 0.8% lower. These small delta percentages indicate that the i7-14700F sits in a tightly clustered performance tier, with all four rivals within 1% of its average score.

The GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, has an average benchmark score of 37,648 and ranks in the 81st percentile against all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P4 with an average score of 37,628, which is 0.1% lower, and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 with an average score of 37,507, which is 0.4% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile scores 38,135, which is 1.3% higher, while the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 scores 37,157, which is 1.3% lower. The GPU’s percentile ranking of 81 means it outperforms 81% of all GPUs in the database, and its nearest rivals are all within a narrow 1.3% performance band.

The combination of a 91st percentile CPU and an 81st percentile GPU yields a rank of 603 out of 3,720 in Thief, which is consistent with the measured FPS data showing strong performance across most settings and resolutions. The rank indicates that while this combo is not at the very top of the database, it sits comfortably in the upper tier, with only about 16% of tested combos achieving better performance in this game.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i7-14700F’s performance in Thief would be closely mirrored by several other processors. The Intel Xeon 6505P has an average benchmark score that is 0.2% higher, meaning it would deliver nearly identical frame rates in this game, with differences well within measurement noise. The Intel Xeon Phi 7290 is 0.3% lower in average score, so it would produce marginally lower FPS, but the delta is small enough that users would not notice a practical difference. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is 0.6% lower, and the AMD EPYC 7313P is 0.8% lower, both of which would also yield very similar performance in Thief, with frame rate differences of only a few FPS at most.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070’s nearest rivals provide comparable performance in this game. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 has an average score that is 0.1% higher, making it virtually indistinguishable in Thief, while the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 is 0.4% lower, which would result in slightly lower FPS but still within a narrow margin. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is 1.3% higher, meaning it would offer a modest performance uplift, potentially adding a few FPS at each resolution and settings combination. The AMD Radeon PRO W6400 is 1.3% lower, which would produce slightly lower frame rates, but again, the difference would be minimal.

When considering combinations of these rival components, a system with an Intel Xeon 6505P and an NVIDIA Tesla P4 would behave almost identically to the i7-14700F and RTX 4070, as both components are within 0.2% and 0.1% of the original scores respectively. A system with an AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and an AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 would be slightly slower, with the CPU 0.6% lower and the GPU 0.4% lower, but the overall performance in Thief would still be very close, likely within 1-2 FPS at most settings. The data suggests that any of these rival pairings would maintain the same general playability profile: 4K High would stay near 60 FPS, 1440p Ultra would remain above 90 FPS, and 1080p Ultra would stay above 130 FPS.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 can run Thief, and the verdict data confirms that it clears the 60 FPS playability threshold at all three tested resolutions with the recommended settings. At 3840x2160, the playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best setting at an average of 61.1 FPS. This means 4K gaming is possible, but users must limit themselves to High quality or lower to maintain an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, and the best setting is Ultra with an average of 94.5 FPS, providing maximum visual quality with substantial performance headroom. At 1920x1080, all four settings are also playable, with Ultra achieving an average of 137.5 FPS, which is more than double the playability threshold.

The overall picture is that this combo is highly capable for Thief, with the only limitation being 4K Ultra settings, which fall short at 56.3 FPS. For users who prioritize 4K resolution, dropping to High settings yields a playable experience, while those who prefer higher frame rates can easily run Ultra at 1440p or 1080p. The measured data indicates that the system has enough GPU headroom to handle the game’s stealth-focused environments without performance concerns, and the CPU’s 91st percentile ranking ensures no bottlenecking at lower resolutions. This is a robust configuration for Thief, delivering smooth gameplay across the vast majority of settings and resolution combinations.