Pc Building Simulator

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor from the Core 14th Gen series, built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node. It runs at a 2.50 GHz base clock and boosts up to 4.70 GHz, with a thermal design power of 65 watts. This chip sits in the 88th percentile of all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 32508, placing it within 0.2% of rivals like the Intel Core i7-12800H and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645, and just 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 250.

For a simulation game like Pc Building Simulator, the CPU's multi-threaded performance matters more than in many other genres, since the game simulates system behavior, component interactions, and PC assembly logic. The i5-14400F delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21914 and a single-core score of 3093, which indicates strong headroom for the game's simulation tick rate. In Geekbench, it scores 11209 multi-core and 2333 single-core. The processor's 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache help keep simulation data local, reducing latency when the game threads through component states.

The i5-14400F's 16 threads allow the game to distribute its simulation workload across multiple logical processors, which is critical when the game runs background calculations for component compatibility and system stability. The Passmark multithread score of 25783 and integer math score of 81964 further confirm that this CPU can handle the arithmetic-heavy tasks typical of a simulator. While the game itself was released in 2019, the i5-14400F's 2024 release date ensures it has ample compute capacity. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, this combo reaches 185 FPS average, which means the CPU is not the limiting factor at lower graphical loads; the GPU takes over as the bottleneck as resolution and settings increase.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 ranks 1489 out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator. This places it in the bottom 16% of all CPU-GPU pairings for this specific game, which is a surprisingly low position given the individual component scores. The GPU sits in the 51st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 12331, while the CPU is in the 88th percentile. This mismatch suggests the GTX 1070 is the primary constraint in this pairing.

Looking at the benchmark results, the CPU clearly has more to give. The i5-14400F's closest CPU rivals — the Intel Core i7-12800H, AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645, AMD Ryzen 7 250, and Intel Core i7-13705H — all score within 0.2% of each other, so the processor is competitive with a wide range of modern chips. The GPU, however, is closer to the NVIDIA Quadro K4200 (0.7% ahead), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M (1.3% ahead), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER (1.4% ahead), and NVIDIA Tesla K20Xm (1.7% ahead). This puts the GTX 1070 in a much lower performance tier, and the combo ranking reflects that.

The 1489th rank out of 1769 combos means that most other pairings in the database deliver better measured frame rates in this game. This is not a commentary on the CPU, which is strong, but rather on the pairing's overall balance. If you were to pair this CPU with a more modern GPU, the rank would likely improve dramatically. The data indicates that the GTX 1070, with its 8 GB of GDDR5 memory and 256.3 GB/s bandwidth, struggles at higher settings and resolutions, dragging down what would otherwise be a high-performing system.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F powerful enough for Pc Building Simulator?

A: Yes. The CPU scores 21914 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 11209 in Geekbench multi-core, placing it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 185 FPS average, showing the CPU is not the bottleneck at lower graphical loads.

Q: Why does this combo rank so low (1489 out of 1769) despite having a strong CPU?

A: The ranking reflects the combined performance, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is the limiting factor. The GPU sits in the 51st percentile with an average benchmark score of 12331, and its nearest rivals include the GTX 1650 SUPER and GTX 880M, which are older or lower-tier cards.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Pc Building Simulator?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the combo delivers 131.5 FPS average, which is smooth. At 2560x1440 Low, it drops to 114.7 FPS, still playable. At 3840x2160, even Low settings only reach 63.5 FPS, so 1080p or 1440p is the practical range.

Q: How does the GTX 1070 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The GTX 1070's average benchmark score of 12331 is 0.7% ahead of the NVIDIA Quadro K4200, 1.3% ahead of the GTX 880M, 1.4% ahead of the GTX 1650 SUPER, and 1.7% ahead of the Tesla K20Xm. It is not far from these cards in overall performance.

Q: Does the CPU's boost clock help in this game?

A: The 4.70 GHz boost clock contributes to the single-core performance, which is important for simulation logic. The CPU scores 3093 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 3723 in Passmark single-thread, indicating strong single-threaded capability.

Q: Can this combo handle Ultra settings at any resolution?

A: At 1920x1080 Ultra, the combo averages 87.3 FPS. At 2560x1440 Ultra, it drops to 52.4 FPS, and at 3840x2160 Ultra, it falls to 30.6 FPS. Only 1080p Ultra is comfortably playable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates show a clear pattern: performance scales predictably with resolution and settings, with the GTX 1070 becoming the limiting factor as demands increase. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 185 FPS on Low, 131.5 FPS on Medium, 94.3 FPS on High, and 87.3 FPS on Ultra. This is a smooth experience across all settings at 1080p, with even Ultra staying well above 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop significantly: 114.7 FPS on Low, 81.9 FPS on Medium, 55.9 FPS on High, and 52.4 FPS on Ultra. The gap between High and Ultra narrows here, suggesting that the GPU is running out of headroom. At 1440p, Low and Medium are playable, but High and Ultra dip below 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GTX 1070 struggles. Low settings yield 63.5 FPS, Medium drops to 43.7 FPS, High falls to 32.2 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 30.6 FPS. The jump from 1440p to 4K is punishing, and only Low settings at 4K approach playability. The 8 GB of GDDR5 memory and 256.3 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for high-detail 4K rendering in this game.

The data shows that the combo's sweet spot is 1080p, where it can handle any preset. At 1440p, it is best to stick with Low or Medium. At 4K, only Low is viable. The measured rows do not include minimum or maximum FPS values, but the averages provide a clear picture of the system's capability.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is a Pascal-architecture GPU from the GeForce 10-series, built on a 16 nm process by TSMC. It has 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units, with a base clock of 1506 MHz and a boost clock of 1683 MHz. The 8 GB of GDDR5 memory runs at 2002 MHz (8 Gbps effective) across a 256-bit bus, delivering 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's FP32 performance is 6.463 TFLOPS, and it supports DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

In Pc Building Simulator, the GPU's role is to render the 3D workspace, component models, and case visualization. The game is not graphically intense by modern standards, but the GTX 1070's age shows at higher resolutions. The GPU scores 13498 in Passmark G3D and 1082 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which places it in the 51st percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 12331 puts it just 0.7% ahead of the Quadro K4200 and 1.7% ahead of the Tesla K20Xm.

The GTX 1070's 150 W TDP and 450 W suggested PSU are modest by today's standards, and the 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but limiting at 4K. The GPU's nearest rivals — the GTX 880M, GTX 1650 SUPER, and Quadro K4200 — all sit within 1.7% of its score, meaning there is little separating these cards. In this game, the GPU is the bottleneck at 1440p and above, as evidenced by the FPS drops. At 1080p, it has enough headroom to drive high frame rates, but the CPU could push even higher if paired with a faster GPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience for this combo is at 1920x1080 with High settings, which delivers 94.3 FPS average. This strikes the optimal balance between visual fidelity and smoothness. Ultra at 1080p is also viable at 87.3 FPS, but the difference between High and Ultra is only 7 FPS, so High offers better headroom for demanding scenes.

If you prefer higher resolutions, 2560x1440 with Medium settings provides 81.9 FPS, which is playable but not as smooth as 1080p. At 1440p, Low settings give 114.7 FPS, which is excellent for competitive or fast-paced play, but Medium is the better visual compromise. High at 1440p drops to 55.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, so it is not recommended unless you can tolerate occasional dips.

At 3840x2160, only Low settings are worth considering, with 63.5 FPS average. Medium drops to 43.7 FPS, and High and Ultra fall to 32.2 and 30.6 FPS respectively, which are too low for a smooth experience. If you have a 4K display, the data suggests lowering resolution or upgrading the GPU.

The measured rows show that the GTX 1070's performance cliff begins between Medium and High at 1440p, and between Low and Medium at 4K. For the best overall experience, 1080p High is the sweet spot, offering 94.3 FPS with good detail. For a smoother frame rate, 1080p Medium at 131.5 FPS is the safe choice. Avoid Ultra at 1440p and above, as the 52.4 FPS at 1440p Ultra is borderline, and 4K Ultra at 30.6 FPS is not playable.