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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14400 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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93 Score

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Top 7% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

90%

GPU

96%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14400

32,115 Benchmark Score

Top 10% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

54,209 Benchmark Score

Top 4% Market Ranking

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0-30

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30-60

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60-85

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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

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

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14400 is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It operates on a 10 nm process node from Intel with a die size of 215 mm². The core configuration combines performance and efficiency cores, with base and boost clocks of 2.50 GHz and 4.70 GHz respectively. The chip carries a 65 W TDP and uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform. Cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 20 MB L3 pool. Memory support spans DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode, and the processor includes ECC memory support. Integrated graphics are provided via UHD Graphics 730, and the CPU offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Benchmark data positions this processor at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32115. In Cinebench R23, the chip scores 21315 in multi-core and 3009 in single-core. Geekbench results show 9807 in multi-core and 1905 in single-core. PassMark multi-thread performance reaches 25080, while single-thread performance sits at 3741. These numbers place the i5-14400 in a tight competitive cluster. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-12800H, scores 32121, a delta of 0 percent. The Intel Core i7-13705H trails by 0.1 percent with 32076, and the Intel Core i5-14450HX is 0.2 percent behind at 32040. The Intel Core i9-11900 leads slightly with 32226, a 0.3 percent advantage. The i5-14400 therefore slots into a performance band where mobile H-series chips and a prior-generation desktop i9 are separated by less than a single percentage point.

For real workloads, the multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 21315 indicates strong sustained throughput for compiling code, batch photo processing, and video encoding. The single-core score of 3009 reflects responsive day-to-day operation and solid performance in lightly threaded applications like office suites and web browsers. PassMark integer math at 82017 and floating-point math at 61549 show balanced arithmetic capability. Data compression scores 314995, while encryption hits 16731, suggesting the chip handles archival tasks well but encryption-heavy workloads are more modest. The 20 MB shared L3 cache supports the 10-core configuration by reducing memory latency in cache-sensitive tasks.

Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of the Intel Core i5-14400 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER creates a system where the GPU is the dominant component. The CPU sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU reaches the 86th percentile. The combined percentile for this build is 84. This narrow gap suggests the CPU can feed the GPU without severe starvation in most scenarios, but the GPU remains the primary driver of frame rate in graphics-bound workloads.

The data shows no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so bottleneck analysis relies on benchmark scores and percentile positions. The GPU's average benchmark score of 54209 dwarfs the CPU's 32115, indicating the graphics card has significantly more raw compute headroom. In 3D rendering and gaming at high resolutions, the RTX 4080 SUPER will be the limiting factor for frame rates, as the i5-14400's multi-core throughput of 21315 in Cinebench R23 is sufficient to keep up with the GPU's frame generation in most titles. However, in CPU-bound scenarios such as physics simulation or massive multiplayer environments with many entities, the i5-14400's PassMark physics score of 1396 and single-thread score of 3741 may cap performance before the GPU reaches full utilization.

The GPU's nearest rivals show a delta of -0.1 percent for the RTX 4080, meaning the SUPER variant is effectively identical in average score. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X trails by 1.1 percent, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB is 2.7 percent behind. This tight clustering at the top end means the GPU is rarely the bottleneck in CPU-limited workloads, but in GPU-intensive tasks like ray tracing or high-resolution texture rendering, the 4080 SUPER will dominate the performance profile. The CPU's 65 W TDP versus the GPU's 320 W TDP further indicates the GPU draws the bulk of system power and thermal headroom, reinforcing its role as the performance ceiling.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU and GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFpsUltraByGame entries, so all frame rates discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600 and PassMark G3D score of 34245 indicate strong 4K and high-refresh 1440p capability. The CPU's single-thread score of 3741 in PassMark and Geekbench single-core of 1905 provide the foundation for frame pacing in CPU-bound titles.

Estimated gaming performance at 4K ultra settings would be dominated by the GPU, with the 4080 SUPER's 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 736.3 GB/s memory bandwidth handling heavy geometry and texture loads. The 16 GB GDDR6X frame buffer provides ample capacity for high-resolution textures without spilling to system memory. At 1440p, the CPU's 4.70 GHz boost clock and 20 MB L3 cache would allow high frame rates in esports titles, though the exact figures cannot be stated without measured data. At 1080p, the i5-14400 might become the limiting factor in very high refresh rate scenarios, as the GPU would be underutilized while the CPU's 10 cores process game logic and draw calls.

The PassMark DirectX 12 score of 134 and DirectX 11 score of 301 for the GPU indicate robust API overhead handling, which translates to consistent frame times across modern game engines. The GPU's pixel rate of 285.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s support high fill-rate demands in visually intensive scenes. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 suggests background tasks like Discord or streaming overlays would have minimal impact on gaming frame rates, as the 16 threads can absorb auxiliary workloads.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for this build is 84, placing it above the majority of desktop configurations.

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

A: The i5-14400 scores 32115 on average, while the i7-12800H scores 32121, a delta of 0 percent. They are effectively tied in overall benchmark performance.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s, supported by a 256-bit bus and 16 GB of GDDR6X memory.

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

A: Yes, the processor supports ECC memory, which is a feature for data integrity in workstation or server environments.

Q: What is the RT core count of the RTX 4080 SUPER, and what does it do?

A: The GPU has 80 RT cores. These are dedicated hardware units for ray tracing calculations, accelerating lighting and shadow effects in supported games and rendering applications.

Q: How does the GPU's average benchmark score compare to the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average score of 54209, while the RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, making the AMD card 2.7 percent faster in this specific metric.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core i5-14400?

A: The launch MSRP is $221.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 32115, placing it at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. This is a strong mid-range result, with the nearest rivals all within 0.3 percent. The Intel Core i9-11900 leads the group at 32226, but the i5-14400's lower power envelope and newer architecture make the deficit negligible. The GPU's average benchmark score is 54209, placing it at the 86th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, scores 54247, a delta of -0.1 percent, meaning the SUPER variant is virtually identical in raw performance. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X trails by 1.1 percent, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB is 2.7 percent ahead, an anomaly given the class difference.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU is the stronger component by a 54209 to 32115 margin in average scores. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 and single-core score of 3009 provide a solid foundation for gaming and productivity. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600 and PassMark G3D score of 34245 indicate high-end graphics capability. Geekbench OpenCL score of 219065 and Vulkan score of 260075 show strong compute performance for API-agnostic workloads. The combined percentile of 84 reflects a well-matched pairing, with the GPU providing the bulk of the performance headroom for graphics-intensive tasks while the CPU avoids being a major weak point.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using the AD103 chip, fabricated on a 5 nm process by TSMC. The die contains 45,900 million transistors across a 379 mm² area, giving a transistor density of 121.1 million per mm². The GPU operates at a base clock of 2295 MHz and a boost clock of 2550 MHz, with memory clocked at 1438 MHz for 23 Gbps effective throughput. The 16 GB GDDR6X memory runs on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has 10240 shading units, 320 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, along with 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores.

The compute capabilities are substantial. FP32 performance reaches 52.22 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 52.22 TFLOPS ratio of 1:1. Pixel rate is 285.6 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 816.0 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4a connectors. The card is triple-slot in width, 310 mm in length, and requires a 700 W suggested PSU with a single 16-pin power connector. The TDP is 320 W.

Benchmark scores reflect the GPU's high-end positioning. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600 shows strong modern API performance. PassMark G3D score of 34245 is robust, while the DirectX 11 score of 301 and DirectX 9 score of 381 indicate solid legacy API performance. The PassMark GPU compute score of 19822 highlights compute-heavy workloads like rendering or machine learning inference. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking places it near the top of the GPU hierarchy, with only a 0.1 percent gap to the non-SUPER RTX 4080. The 80 RT cores accelerate ray tracing in supported titles, and the 320 tensor cores handle DLSS and other AI-driven features. The 16 GB frame buffer is generous for 4K textures and future-proofing, though the bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s is the primary constraint for extreme resolutions.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4080 SUPER's 52.22 TFLOPS and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth support high frame rates at 1440p and 4K. The CPU's 3741 PassMark single-thread score ensures responsive gameplay, though at 1080p the i5-14400 may limit maximum FPS in esports titles. Estimated performance is strong, but no measured FPS data exists for this combination.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 threads and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 handle encoding overhead. The GPU's NVENC capabilities are implied by the Ada Lovelace architecture and 320 tensor cores. The system can likely stream at high bitrates while maintaining gaming performance, though the 65 W CPU TDP suggests thermal headroom is limited for heavy simultaneous loads.

Video editing: The GPU's 19822 PassMark compute score accelerates effects and rendering. The CPU's 21315 Cinebench R23 multi-core score handles timeline scrubbing and export tasks. The 16 GB VRAM allows large preview buffers for 4K timelines, and the 736.3 GB/s bandwidth moves frames quickly.

3D rendering: The GPU's 80 RT cores and 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 compute excel at ray-traced renders. The CPU's 10 cores handle scene preparation and physics. The combined 84th percentile suggests this build is capable for professional rendering workloads, though the GPU dominates the compute-heavy pass.

Software development: The CPU's PassMark integer math score of 82017 and data compression score of 314995 indicate fast compilation and build times. The 20 MB L3 cache reduces latency for frequent code access. The GPU is underutilized in this scenario, but the system remains responsive.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread performance of 3009 in Cinebench R23 and 3741 in PassMark ensures snappy application launches and document processing. The integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a fallback, though the discrete GPU is overkill for this segment. The system is more capable than needed for standard office tasks.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core i5-14400 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series with a 65 W TDP, positioned at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. The GPU is an Ada Lovelace architecture card with 16 GB GDDR6X memory, 80 RT cores, and 320 tensor cores, positioned at the 86th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for the system is 84.

The class is desktop, as indicated by the buildClass field. The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in platform choice. The GPU requires a 700 W PSU and a triple-slot chassis, with dimensions of 310 mm in length, 140 mm in height, and 61 mm in width. The overall tier is high-end, with the GPU just 0.1 percent behind the non-SUPER RTX 4080 and the CPU trading blows with a prior-generation i9. The system sits in the upper echelon of desktop performance, with the GPU being the primary driver of the 84th percentile ranking.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 4K ultra settings will benefit most from this build. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB VRAM and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth handle high-resolution textures, and the 52.22 TFLOPS compute supports demanding effects. The CPU's 16 threads ensure background tasks do not interfere with gameplay, though at lower resolutions the i5-14400 may become the limiting factor.

Content creators working with video or 3D rendering will find the GPU's 80 RT cores and 19822 PassMark compute score valuable for accelerated exports and ray-traced previews. The CPU's 21315 Cinebench R23 multi-core score supports timeline editing and scene assembly without stalling.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's 82017 integer math score for compilation throughput. The 314995 data compression score aids in build artifact handling. The GPU is less relevant for this use case, but the system remains responsive for IDE usage and testing.

Students and small business workstations are overserved by this hardware, but the system provides headroom for future applications. The CPU's single-thread performance of 3009 in Cinebench R23 ensures day-to-day responsiveness, and the ECC memory support adds reliability for data-sensitive tasks. The GPU is excessive for office workloads, but the 84th percentile combined performance means the system can handle any software thrown at it without slowdown.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14400 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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