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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14400F + Intel Arc A770

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Top 6% 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
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14400F

32,279 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A770

68,809 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
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

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The Intel Arc A770 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm process with a die size of 406 mm² housing 21,700 million transistors. The GPU runs at a base clock of 2100 MHz and boosts to 2400 MHz, with memory clocked at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). Its memory subsystem is substantial: 16 GB of GDDR6 across a 256-bit bus delivers 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. That combination of capacity and bandwidth places the card in a position where large textures and high-resolution rendering workloads will not quickly exhaust memory or stall on data transfer.

The GPU contains 4096 shading units, 256 texture mapping units, and 128 raster operation pipelines. Pixel rate is 307.2 GPixel/s and texture rate is 614.4 GTexel/s, reflecting a design that can push geometry and fill-rate-heavy scenes. The 32 ray tracing cores provide dedicated hardware for RT workloads, though the card's RT performance is not the class leader — the benchmark data positions it within a specific competitive band rather than at the top. The card lacks dedicated tensor cores in the specification table, meaning AI-accelerated workloads rely on general-purpose compute pathways.

Compute throughput is significant: FP32 performance is 19.66 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 39.32 TFLOPS via a 2:1 ratio. These figures matter for rendering tasks such as viewport previews, simulation, and GPU-accelerated effects in video editors. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2969 is the key rendering benchmark in the pack. In percentile terms, the GPU sits at the 90th percentile versus all GPUs, meaning it outperforms roughly nine out of ten cards in the database. The average benchmark score of 68809 places it slightly below the NVIDIA CMP 90HX (69000, a -0.3% delta) and slightly above the AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 (68562, a +0.4% delta). It trails the AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 (69870, -1.5%) and NVIDIA Quadro P6000 (69986, -1.7%) by small margins.

For rendering, the practical implication is that the A770 handles 1080p and 1440p workloads with strong headroom, and its 16 GB frame buffer makes it viable for 4K textures and multi-layer compositing. The 512.0 GB/s bandwidth supports high-resolution texture streaming without the bottleneck seen in lower-bandwidth cards. The lack of tensor cores means certain AI denoising or DLSS-style features are not hardware-accelerated in the same way as competing architectures, but the raw FP32 and FP16 throughput still accelerates compute-heavy rendering passes. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 109175 and Vulkan score of 94284 corroborate that the GPU's compute capabilities are well above average, which is directly relevant to renderers that offload to OpenCL or Vulkan paths.

The card's 225 W TDP and dual-slot design require a 550 W suggested power supply and a 1x 6-pin plus 1x 8-pin power connection. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 2.0, which supports modern high-refresh and high-resolution monitors. The GPU is marked end-of-life, with the successor listed as Battlemage, and its launch MSRP is 329 USD. The 90th percentile ranking indicates that despite being end-of-life, it remains a competitive rendering part in the current database.

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

The CPU's benchmark results span multiple test suites. In Cinebench R15, the i5-14400F scores 2181 multi-core and 307 single-core. Cinebench R20 shows 9090 multi-core and 1283 single-core. Cinebench R23 delivers 21645 multi-core and 3055 single-core. Geekbench results are 11268 multi-core and 2058 single-core. PassMark tests show multi-thread performance at 25470, single-thread at 3701, integer math at 81524, floating point math at 61319, extended instructions at 19937, data compression at 315521, data encryption at 16949, physics at 1523, prime numbers at 86, and random string sorting at 32680. The average benchmark score is 32279.

The CPU's percentile versus all CPUs is 83, meaning it outperforms 83% of processors in the database. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32233 (a +0.1% delta), the Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226 (+0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354 (-0.2%), and the Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32121 (+0.5%). The deltas are within half a percentage point, indicating that the i5-14400F is effectively performance-equivalent to these mobile and older desktop parts, despite being a desktop chip itself.

The GPU's 90th percentile ranking is higher than the CPU's 83rd percentile, which is a notable imbalance. The combined percentile for the system is 87, reflecting that the pairing sits comfortably above average overall. The GPU's average benchmark score of 68809 is more than double the CPU's average score of 32279, but these are not directly comparable metrics since they use different test suites. The combined picture is that the GPU is the stronger component relative to its product category, while the CPU is still well above median but less dominant.

The lack of measured FPS data for this exact combination means no frame rate figures exist in the pack. All gaming performance discussion must be framed as estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU's 90th percentile and the CPU's 83rd percentile suggest that in gaming workloads, the GPU will be the primary driver of frame rates at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides ample headroom at lower resolutions.

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work

High-refresh gaming: The GPU's 90th percentile ranking and 19.66 TFLOPS of FP32 compute indicate strong capability for 1080p and 1440p gaming at high refresh rates. The 16 GB frame buffer and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth prevent memory-related frame drops in modern titles. The CPU's 83rd percentile and single-thread score of 3701 in PassMark ensure that frame pacing at high FPS will not be CPU-limited in most scenarios. Expect smooth performance at 144Hz-class monitors in esports and moderately demanding titles, with the caveat that these are estimates.

Streaming: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads provide substantial headroom for encoding and streaming workloads while gaming. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 indicates that simultaneous game rendering and software encoding will not saturate the processor. The GPU's 32 RT cores and 4096 shading units can also handle GPU-side encoding offload, though the lack of tensor cores means AI-based encoding enhancements are not available. The PassMark multi-thread score of 25470 supports the notion of concurrent workload capability.

Video editing: The combination of a strong CPU and a high-bandwidth GPU is well-suited to video editing timelines. The CPU's 10 cores and 20 MB of L3 cache accelerate decode, effects processing, and export tasks. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM allows for large preview buffers and GPU-accelerated effects in editors that support OpenCL or Vulkan. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 109175 indicates robust GPU compute for rendering transitions, color grading, and motion effects. Multi-stream 4K editing is plausible, though export times will vary.

3D rendering: The GPU's 90th percentile ranking and 307.2 GPixel/s pixel rate make it a capable renderer for viewport previews and final-frame GPU rendering in engines that support its API set (DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, OpenGL 4.6). The 32 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced renders. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 also supports CPU-based renderers, giving the system flexibility across both GPU and CPU rendering pipelines. The 16 GB VRAM is particularly valuable for scenes that exceed 8 GB of geometry and textures.

Software development: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads accelerate compilation tasks. The PassMark integer math score of 81524 and extended instructions score of 19937 indicate strong performance for code compilation, unit testing, and running virtualized environments. The 65 W TDP means sustained heavy loads are possible without aggressive thermal throttling in a well-ventilated case. The GPU is less relevant here, but its compute power can accelerate parallel workloads like test matrix execution.

Student and office work: The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking ensures that office productivity suites, web browsing, and multitasking are handled with ease. The PassMark single-thread score of 3701 provides responsive UI interaction. The GPU is overkill for typical office tasks, but its presence does not detract from the experience. The 65 W CPU TDP contributes to a system that is not power-hungry for daily use.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to measured performance

Gamers targeting 1080p and 1440p high-refresh experiences are the primary audience. The GPU's 90th percentile ranking and CPU's 83rd percentile combine to deliver frame rates that will satisfy most titles at these resolutions, with the 16 GB VRAM providing future-proofing for texture-heavy games. Users who play at 4K will find the GPU's pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s and memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s adequate for medium-to-high settings, but not for maxed-out ultra settings in the most demanding titles.

Content creators working in video editing and 3D rendering benefit from the balanced CPU-GPU split. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 accelerates export and render tasks, while the GPU's 16 GB VRAM allows for large compositing scenes. The system is appropriate for freelance creators running Adobe-class editors and Blender-style renderers, based on the OpenCL and Vulkan scores.

Software developers who compile frequently will appreciate the CPU's 10 cores and PassMark integer math score of 81524. The 65 W TDP allows for quiet cooling solutions, making it suitable for home offices. The GPU's compute capability can be repurposed for parallel processing tasks, though this is not its primary role.

Students and small business workstations are a secondary market. The CPU's 83rd percentile ensures smooth operation of standard productivity software, and the GPU, while not necessary, provides headroom for engineering software, CAD viewports, or data visualization. The system is not positioned for budget builds — the GPU alone has a launch MSRP of 329 USD — but for users who need both strong CPU and GPU performance without stepping into extreme high-end territory.

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

The GPU's 90th percentile versus the CPU's 83rd percentile indicates that the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. In gaming at 1080p, the CPU is more likely to become the limiting factor in CPU-bound titles, given that the GPU has substantial headroom. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU's workload increases, and the CPU's 83rd percentile becomes less of a constraint. The estimated FPS scaling follows this pattern: at lower resolutions, the CPU's single-thread performance (PassMark 3701) will dictate frame pacing; at higher resolutions, the GPU's 19.66 TFLOPS and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth will dominate.

In CPU-heavy workloads like software compilation or physics simulation, the CPU is the clear bottleneck. The PassMark physics score of 1523 is modest, indicating that physics-heavy games or simulations will struggle to utilize the GPU's power. Conversely, in GPU-heavy workloads like 3D rendering or video effects, the GPU's 90th percentile ranking means the CPU's 83rd percentile is less likely to throttle performance. The combined percentile of 87 suggests that the system is well-matched overall, with the GPU leading in graphics tasks and the CPU leading in general computation.

The CPU's nearest rivals are all mobile or older desktop parts with deltas under 0.5%, meaning the CPU is not a standout in its class. The GPU's rivals include workstation cards like the Quadro P6000 and Radeon Pro WX 8200, with deltas under 2%, positioning it as a near-workstation-class part. This asymmetry means that in mixed workloads (e.g., gaming while streaming), the CPU may reach its limits before the GPU does.

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact Intel Core i5-14400F + Intel Arc A770 combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not measured results. The GPU's 90th percentile ranking and the CPU's 83rd percentile provide a basis for these estimates.

At 1080p ultra settings, the GPU's 19.66 TFLOPS and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth suggest frame rates in the 100-140 FPS range for esports titles and 60-90 FPS for AAA games, depending on the title's optimization. The CPU's single-thread score of 3701 in PassMark supports high frame pacing. At 1440p ultra, expect a 20-30% reduction in frame rates, placing most titles in the 50-80 FPS range. At 4K ultra, the GPU's pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s becomes a limiting factor, and frame rates will likely fall to 30-50 FPS for demanding titles, with lighter games achieving higher.

The 32 RT cores enable ray tracing, but estimated RT performance is moderate — expect a significant frame rate hit when enabling RT at higher resolutions. The 16 GB VRAM means texture quality will not be a limiting factor even at 4K. The lack of measured data means these figures are educated estimates, and actual performance will vary by game, driver version, and system configuration. The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) and Vulkan 1.4 support indicate compatibility with modern APIs, which is favorable for performance in newer titles.

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture (specifically Raptor Lake-R) on Intel's 10 nm process. The base clock is 2.50 GHz with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The die size is 215 mm², and the CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support available. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The L3 cache is 20 MB shared, with L1 at 80 KB per core and L2 at 1.25 MB per core.

The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking places it above most processors in the database. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 indicates strong multi-threaded performance for a 65 W TDP part. This is particularly relevant for content creation workloads like video encoding, batch image processing, and 3D rendering. The single-core R23 score of 3055 is solid for gaming and responsive general use. The PassMark results show a well-rounded profile: integer math at 81524, floating point math at 61319, and extended instructions at 19937, indicating strong performance in scientific computing and financial modeling tasks.

The data compression score of 315521 and encryption score of 16949 are notable for file archiving and secure communication workloads. The physics score of 1523 is comparatively modest, which may limit performance in physics simulation-heavy games. The random string sorting score of 32680 suggests good database and sorting performance. The lack of integrated graphics means a discrete GPU is mandatory, which is already satisfied by the pairing.

The 65 W TDP is efficient for the performance delivered, making the chip suitable for compact builds with modest cooling. The launch MSRP is $196. The CPU's nearest rivals, all within 0.5% average score, indicate that it is neither a performance outlier nor a laggard in its class. Its real-world value lies in the combination of 10 cores, 16 threads, and a high boost clock, which handles both productivity and gaming workloads without a clear weakness.

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class (desktop/laptop from buildClass), and overall tier from the percentiles

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-14400F with the Intel Arc A770 in a desktop-class configuration (buildClass: desktop). The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake part with a 65 W TDP, and the GPU is a 16 GB GDDR6 Xe-HPG architecture card with a 225 W TDP. The combined percentile is 87, meaning the system outperforms 87% of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database. This places it in the upper tier of desktop builds, though not in the extreme high-end.

The CPU's 83rd percentile and the GPU's 90th percentile both contribute to this ranking, but the GPU is the stronger component relative to its category. The system is best described as a high-midrange to upper-midrange desktop build, suitable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, content creation, and development work. The GPU's end-of-life status and the CPU's active production status mean the CPU has a longer upgrade runway, while the GPU may be replaced sooner by future titles demanding more VRAM or compute.

The build's class as a desktop indicates it is intended for stationary use with dedicated cooling and power. The GPU's dual-slot design and 550 W suggested PSU require a standard ATX or larger case. The CPU's Socket 1700 platform supports DDR4 and DDR5, giving builders flexibility in memory choice. Overall, the system represents a balanced pairing where the GPU leads in graphics-bound tasks and the CPU holds its own in general computation, resulting in a combined tier that is well above the median but not at the flagship level.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 87, meaning the system outperforms 87% of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14400F compare to its nearest rival?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 32279, which is 0.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U's 32233 and 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i9-11900's 32226.

Q: Does the Intel Arc A770 have dedicated ray tracing hardware?

A: Yes, the GPU contains 32 ray tracing cores, providing hardware acceleration for RT workloads.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and bandwidth?

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Is the CPU's integrated graphics present?

A: No, the Intel Core i5-14400F has no integrated graphics (listed as N/A), so a discrete GPU is required.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and how does it affect cooling?

A: The CPU has a 65 W TDP, which is efficient for a 10-core part and allows for modest cooling solutions.

Q: What are the GPU's nearest rivals and their performance deltas?

A: The GPU's nearest rivals are the NVIDIA CMP 90HX (0.3% lower), AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 (0.4% higher), AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 (1.5% lower), and NVIDIA Quadro P6000 (1.7% lower).