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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14400 + AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE

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Top 8% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
90%
VS
GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14400

32,115 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE

32,456 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
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

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 i5-14400 and AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE form a desktop pairing that targets high-refresh 1440p gaming and serious content creation without tipping into extreme high-end territory. The CPU, a 10-core Raptor Lake Refresh part, lands at the 82nd percentile among all processors, while the GPU, built on RDNA 3.0 with a 256-bit memory bus, sits at the 77th percentile among all graphics cards. Combined, this build achieves an 80th percentile overall rating. Benchmark data for this exact combination is limited: no measured FPS rows exist for this pairing, so all frame rate discussions below are estimated from the individual CPU and GPU scores rather than direct game testing. The processor’s multi-threaded Cinebench R23 score of 21315 and the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4814 provide the foundation for these projections, and the results point to a system that excels in GPU-heavy workloads while remaining fully capable in CPU-bound tasks.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming — The RX 7900 GRE is the primary driver here, and its PassMark G3D score of 27089 places it in the top quarter of all GPUs. With a boost clock of 2245 MHz and 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus delivering 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth, this card can push high frame rates at 1440p in most titles. The i5-14400’s single-core Geekbench score of 1905 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3009 ensure that CPU-bound scenes do not bottleneck the GPU, making this a credible high-refresh gaming platform.

Streaming — The 10-core, 16-thread i5-14400 provides enough parallel throughput for simultaneous game capture and encode workloads. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8952 and PassMark multi-thread score of 25080 indicate headroom for software encoding, while the GPU’s 80 ray accelerators and 5120 shading units can offload rendering tasks. The CPU’s PassMark data compression score of 314995 suggests fast handling of stream buffer data, and the 65 W TDP keeps thermals manageable during extended streaming sessions.

Video editing — Multi-core performance is strong for timeline rendering and export tasks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315, combined with the GPU’s FP32 performance of 45.98 TFLOPS, allows for hardware-accelerated effects and previews. The 16 GB VRAM on the RX 7900 GRE is ample for 4K video scrubbing and color grading, and the CPU’s PassMark integer math score of 82017 supports codec processing. The system’s 80th combined percentile reflects balanced capability across both components.

3D rendering — CPU-based rendering benefits from the i5-14400’s 10 cores and 16 threads, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 9807 and PassMark floating point math score of 61549. GPU-accelerated rendering leverages the RX 7900 GRE’s 45.98 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 91.96 TFLOPS FP16 performance, making this a capable entry-level rendering workstation. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4814 indicates solid DirectX 12 rendering performance, though not class-leading.

Software development — Compilation tasks rely on multi-threaded CPU performance, and the i5-14400 delivers a PassMark multi-thread score of 25080 with a PassMark extended instructions score of 19816. The 20 MB shared L3 cache reduces latency for repeated code access, and ECC memory support adds stability for long build processes. The GPU’s 16 GB VRAM supports large virtual machines or local testing environments without contention.

Student and office work — This pairing is overkill for basic productivity, but the data supports smooth multitasking. The CPU’s PassMark single-thread score of 3741 and Geekbench single-core score of 1905 handle office suites with ease, while the GPU’s PassMark G2D score of 1180 covers display rendering. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps power demands modest, and the dual-slot GPU with a 600 W suggested PSU fits typical desktop cases.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all gaming figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of each component. The RX 7900 GRE’s PassMark G3D score of 27089 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4814 suggest strong 1440p performance, while the i5-14400’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3009 indicates sufficient CPU headroom for most game engines.

At 1080p ultra settings, the GPU’s 160 ROPs and 718.4 GTexel/s texture rate allow very high frame rates in esports titles, with the CPU likely becoming the limiter in some scenarios due to its 82nd percentile standing. At 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU, and the 16 GB VRAM prevents memory capacity issues in modern titles. At 4K, the GPU’s 576.0 GB/s bandwidth and 45.98 TFLOPS FP32 performance keep playable frame rates in many games, though the 77th GPU percentile indicates that top-tier 4K ultra settings may require lowering some options.

The RX 7900 GRE’s 80 ray accelerators support hardware ray tracing, but the PassMark DirectX 12 score of 107 and DirectX 11 score of 300 suggest that rasterized performance is stronger than ray-traced workloads. The GPU’s game clock of 1880 MHz and boost clock of 2245 MHz provide consistent clocks under load, and the 260 W TDP is manageable with the suggested 600 W PSU. Overall, expect high-refresh 1080p and solid 1440p performance, with 4K as a viable but not maxed-out option.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14400 is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh. It runs on the Intel Socket 1700 platform with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The 10 nm process node from Intel yields a die size of 215 mm², and the CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Benchmark results show strong single-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3009 and a Geekbench single-core score of 1905. This translates to responsive application launches and good frame pacing in games that rely on one or two threads. The PassMark single-thread score of 3741 confirms this strength, placing the CPU in the 82nd percentile overall.

Multi-threaded workloads benefit from the 10 cores and 16 threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 and Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8952 indicate that video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation tasks will complete reasonably fast. The Geekbench multi-core score of 9807 and PassMark multi-thread score of 25080 reinforce this picture. The PassMark data encryption score of 16731 and data compression score of 314995 show solid performance in security and archiving tasks, while the floating point math score of 61549 and integer math score of 82017 cover scientific and financial workloads.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database are the Intel Core i7-12800H with an average score of 32121, the Intel Core i7-13705H at 32076, and the Intel Core i5-14450HX at 32040. The i5-14400’s average benchmark score is 32115, putting it within 0.1% of the i7-12800H and 0.2% ahead of the i5-14450HX. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, which is 0.3% higher. These small deltas show that the i5-14400 competes with mobile high-end chips and older desktop i9s, making it a strong mid-range desktop option.

The 65 W TDP is modest for a 10-core part, and the integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides basic display output for troubleshooting or office use. The CPU supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a consumer chip and valuable for workstation builds. The launch MSRP is $221, though this should not be interpreted as a value statement; it simply reflects the official price at release.

Balance and Bottleneck

This pairing shows a clear GPU-first balance for gaming workloads. The RX 7900 GRE sits at the 77th percentile among all GPUs, while the i5-14400 sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. The higher CPU percentile means the processor is comparatively stronger than the graphics card, so in GPU-bound games, the RX 7900 GRE will be the limiting factor. At 1080p, however, the CPU’s single-thread performance may become the bottleneck in very high frame rate scenarios, as the GPU’s 160 ROPs can outpace the CPU’s game logic thread in some titles.

For productivity workloads, the balance shifts. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 and PassMark multi-thread score of 25080 drive rendering and compilation, while the GPU’s PassMark GPU compute score of 15016 supports compute tasks. In video editing, the 16 GB VRAM on the GPU prevents memory swap, but the CPU’s 20 MB L3 cache and 10 cores handle timeline scrubbing. The GPU’s 576.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 4K textures, but the CPU’s 65 W TDP and dual-channel memory bus may limit memory-intensive workloads.

The FPS scaling evidence, while estimated, suggests that at 1440p the GPU becomes the primary limiter, which is generally desirable for gaming. The CPU’s 82nd percentile ranking ensures it rarely holds back the GPU in most scenarios. In CPU-bound tasks like data compression, the PassMark score of 314995 shows the i5-14400 is not a weak link, but the RX 7900 GRE’s 77th percentile means it trails the CPU in relative strength. For balanced workloads like game streaming while recording, the CPU’s 16 threads handle encoding, and the GPU’s 80 ray accelerators manage rendering, but neither component is so dominant that it starves the other.

The combined percentile of 80 reflects this equilibrium: both parts are above average, but neither is top-tier. The i5-14400’s nearest rival, the Core i7-12800H, scores 32121, which is nearly identical to the i5-14400’s 32115 average, indicating that the CPU is not a bottleneck relative to similar mobile parts. The GPU’s nearest rival, the AMD FirePro S10000 at 32388, is 0.2% lower, showing the RX 7900 GRE is competitive with workstation cards from prior generations.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 32115, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Key scores include a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2148 and single-core score of 303, a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8952 and single-core score of 1263, and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 and single-core score of 3009. Geekbench results show a multi-core score of 9807 and single-core score of 1905. PassMark tests reveal a multi-thread score of 25080, single-thread score of 3741, data compression score of 314995, data encryption score of 16731, extended instructions score of 19816, find prime numbers score of 80, floating point math score of 61549, integer math score of 82017, physics score of 1396, and random string sorting score of 32346.

The GPU’s average benchmark score is 32456, placing it in the 77th percentile of all GPUs. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 4814, Geekbench OpenCL score is 175758, and Geekbench Vulkan score is 99850. PassMark tests show a G3D score of 27089, G2D score of 1180, GPU compute score of 15016, DirectX 10 score of 139, DirectX 11 score of 300, DirectX 12 score of 107, and DirectX 9 score of 310.

The combined picture shows a CPU that outperforms its GPU in relative terms. The i5-14400’s 82nd percentile exceeds the RX 7900 GRE’s 77th percentile, and the CPU’s average score of 32115 is close to the GPU’s average score of 32456, despite measuring entirely different workloads. The GPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD FirePro S10000 at 32388 (0.2% lower) and the AMD FirePro S9300 X2 at 32540 (0.3% higher), while the CPU’s nearest rivals include the Core i7-12800H at 32121 (0.0% delta) and the Core i9-11900 at 32226 (-0.3% delta). These narrow margins indicate that this build sits in a crowded performance band where small tweaks can shift rankings.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1440p high-refresh monitors will find this pairing well-suited, as the RX 7900 GRE’s 16 GB VRAM and 576.0 GB/s bandwidth handle modern titles at high settings, and the i5-14400’s single-core performance prevents CPU-bound frame drops. The GPU’s 77th percentile ranking means it outperforms the majority of graphics cards, while the CPU’s 82nd percentile ensures no obvious weak link.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 and the GPU’s 45.98 TFLOPS FP32 performance. The 16 GB VRAM supports large projects, and the CPU’s ECC memory support adds reliability for long renders. Software developers compiling large codebases will see solid performance from the CPU’s PassMark multi-thread score of 25080 and extended instructions score of 19816.

Students and office workers do not need this level of performance, but the system handles multitasking without issue, as shown by the CPU’s PassMark single-thread score of 3741 and the GPU’s G2D score of 1180. Small business workstations running database or scientific applications will appreciate the CPU’s integer math score of 82017 and floating point score of 61549, while the GPU’s compute score of 15016 supports CUDA-style workloads through OpenCL.

The build is less ideal for 4K ultra gaming at maximum settings, as the GPU’s 77th percentile suggests it trails top-tier cards, but it remains viable at reduced settings. For users who prioritize CPU-heavy tasks like software rendering or data analysis, the i5-14400 delivers strong multi-threaded performance, though the GPU may be underutilized in those scenarios.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture using the Navi 31 chip, fabricated on a 5 nm process from TSMC. The die contains 57,700 million transistors across a 529 mm² area, with a transistor density of 109.1M per mm². The GPU has 5120 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 160 raster operation units. It also includes 80 ray accelerators for hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

Memory consists of 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, providing 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 2250 MHz, which translates to 18 Gbps effective. The base clock is 1287 MHz, the game clock is 1880 MHz, and the boost clock is 2245 MHz. Pixel rate is 359.2 GPixel/s, texture rate is 718.4 GTexel/s, and FP32 performance is 45.98 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 91.96 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio).

Benchmark results show a PassMark G3D score of 27089 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4814. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 175758 and Vulkan score of 99850 indicate strong compute and graphics API performance. PassMark DirectX scores are lower, with DirectX 12 at 107, DirectX 11 at 300, DirectX 10 at 139, and DirectX 9 at 310, suggesting that newer APIs like Vulkan and OpenCL yield better results. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 32456, placing it in the 77th percentile.

For rendering, the 16 GB VRAM is a significant advantage, allowing large texture sets and complex scenes without memory pressure. The 576.0 GB/s bandwidth supports high-resolution textures and multi-sample anti-aliasing. The 80 ray accelerators enable ray-traced effects, but the PassMark DirectX 12 score of 107 suggests that ray tracing performance is not the card’s primary strength; rasterized rendering is where it excels. The GPU’s 260 W TDP requires a 600 W suggested PSU and two 8-pin power connectors, with a dual-slot cooler measuring 276 mm in length.

The nearest GPU rivals include the AMD FirePro S10000 at 32388 (0.2% lower), the AMD FirePro S9300 X2 at 32540 (0.3% higher), and the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME at 32601 (0.4% higher). These deltas are minimal, showing that the RX 7900 GRE sits in a tight competitive band. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, with display outputs including HDMI 2.1a, two DisplayPort 2.1, and one USB Type-C.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 80, placing this build in the top 20% of all CPU and GPU combinations in the database.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-14400 support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is uncommon for consumer desktop processors and beneficial for workstation stability.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The RX 7900 GRE has 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth, provided by 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus.

Q: How does the i5-14400 compare to the Intel Core i7-12800H?

A: The i5-14400 has an average benchmark score of 32115, while the i7-12800H scores 32121, a delta of 0.0%, making them effectively equivalent in performance.

Q: What is the GPU’s FP32 performance?

A: The RX 7900 GRE delivers 45.98 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, with FP16 at 91.96 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio).

Q: Does this build include measured FPS data for games?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all frame rate discussions are estimates based on benchmark scores.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock speed?

A: The i5-14400 has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz across its 10 cores and 16 threads.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core i5-14400 with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE, forming a mid-to-high-range system for gaming and productivity. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake Refresh part on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, with a 65 W TDP and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The GPU is a Navi 31-based RDNA 3.0 card with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, 5120 shading units, and a 256-bit bus.

The combined percentile of 80 indicates that this system outperforms roughly 80% of all CPU+GPU pairings in the database, though it does not reach the top tier. The CPU’s 82nd percentile and the GPU’s 77th percentile show that the processor is relatively stronger, which benefits CPU-bound tasks like compilation and rendering, while the GPU handles gaming and graphics workloads. The launch MSRP for the CPU is $221, and the GPU’s launch MSRP is 549 USD, though these figures are provided for reference only.

Overall, this is a balanced desktop configuration that targets high-refresh 1440p gaming, video editing, and software development. The lack of measured FPS data means performance estimates rely on synthetic benchmarks, but the scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, PassMark, and 3DMark paint a consistent picture of strong multi-threaded CPU performance and capable GPU throughput. The system is not designed for extreme 4K or ray-traced workloads, but it handles mainstream gaming and productivity with confidence.