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

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Top 7% 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
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14400F

32,279 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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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

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is a desktop build that lands in the 85th combined percentile of all tracked hardware pairs. This is a configuration that prioritizes high-resolution gaming and serious GPU compute, with the CPU acting as a capable but secondary partner. The data shows a system that can push competitive frame rates at 1440p and handle 4K in many titles, though the CPU will occasionally hold back the GPU in lighter, frame-rate-bound scenarios.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel Socket 1700, which supports the Core 14th Gen family. The i5-14400F uses the Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process node from Intel. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility to reuse older DDR4 memory kits or move to newer DDR5 modules. The memory controller supports ECC memory, which is a useful feature for workstation-oriented builds. The CPU provides Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, though the GPU itself uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, so the current card does not take advantage of the newer standard.

The power delivery requirements are modest from the CPU side, with a 65 W TDP, but the GPU is the dominant consumer at a 320 W TDP. The suggested PSU for the RTX 4080 SUPER is 700 W, which means a quality 700 W unit is the minimum for this pairing. The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector, so the chosen PSU must have the appropriate cable. The system is a desktop class build, and the GPU is a triple-slot design measuring 310 mm in length, 140 mm in height, and 61 mm in width. That physical footprint demands a case with adequate clearance, especially considering the 1x 16-pin connector placement.

Looking at a sensible next upgrade, the CPU is the more likely candidate for replacement, as the GPU already sits at the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The i5-14400F is in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, which is high but not top-tier. The LGA 1700 socket does not have a clear path to a newer generation, so a CPU upgrade would likely require a motherboard change. For users who want to extend the life of this build without a platform swap, adding more memory or upgrading storage is possible, but the CPU and GPU pairing is already well-balanced for most workloads. The bottleneck analysis in the next section shows where the limits are.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the i5-14400F and the RTX 4080 SUPER is workload-dependent. In GPU-heavy scenarios like 4K gaming, the RTX 4080 SUPER is the clear performance driver, and the CPU has enough headroom to feed it. The data shows the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 34245 and the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645, which indicate that both components are strong in their respective roles. However, in lighter games with high frame rates, the CPU becomes the limiting factor. For example, in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 1080p, the system achieves 715.7 FPS, but at 4K it drops to 291.6 FPS. That scaling shows the GPU is the constraint at higher resolutions, while the CPU is capable of extremely high frame generation at lower resolutions.

The bottleneck shifts in the opposite direction in heavy CPU-bound titles like Ark: Survival Ascended. The system only manages 47 FPS at 1080p, which is low compared to other titles, indicating that the CPU's single-thread performance or the game's engine is the limiting factor. The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score is 3055, which is solid but not exceptional. The PassMark single-thread score of 3701 confirms this. In contrast, the GPU's performance in the same game at 4K is 16 FPS, showing the GPU is also stressed, but the 1080p result is more CPU-bound.

The measured FPS across all games averages 202.2, which places this pairing at rank 236 out of 3732 pairs, a top 6% position. That ranking is driven by the GPU's strength, as the CPU is near the average of its rivals. The average FPS data shows that the system is balanced for high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the GPU is the primary bottleneck in most titles. For productivity, the CPU's multi-threaded scores are competitive, with the Geekbench multi-core score of 11268 and PassMark multithread score of 25470. The GPU's compute performance, with a PassMark GPU compute score of 19822, is also strong, making this a balanced system for mixed workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This is the primary strength of the pairing. The measured FPS shows 325.1 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 at 1080p and 214.9 FPS at 1440p. Valorant runs at 462.6 FPS at 1080p and 440 FPS at 1440p, which is more than enough for any high-refresh monitor. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege achieves 384 FPS at 1080p and 252 FPS at 1440p. These numbers indicate the GPU and CPU combination is excellent for esports titles at high refresh rates.

Streaming: The CPU has 10 cores and 16 threads, which is enough for simultaneous gaming and encoding. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 suggests the CPU can handle the encoding workload while the GPU focuses on rendering frames. The GPU also has 320 tensor cores and 80 RT cores, which can accelerate encoding and streaming tasks. The measured FPS in streaming-heavy games like Call of Duty: Warzone shows 145.4 FPS at 1080p and 127.8 FPS at 1440p, leaving headroom for a software encoder.

Video editing: The CPU's multi-threaded performance is strong, with a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9090 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 11268. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are also beneficial for video editing applications that leverage GPU acceleration. The PassMark floating-point math score of 61319 indicates solid computational throughput for rendering effects.

3D rendering: The GPU's FP32 performance of 52.22 TFLOPS is the standout number here. The FP16 performance is also 52.22 TFLOPS with a 1:1 ratio, which is ideal for compute-heavy rendering workloads. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2181 for the CPU is less impressive, but the GPU will dominate most rendering tasks. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600 confirms the GPU's strength in modern rendering APIs.

Software development: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads provide a solid foundation for compilation and multi-tasking. The PassMark data compression score of 315521 and integer math score of 81524 show strong performance for tasks like code compilation and data processing. The ECC memory support is a plus for long-running simulation or build processes.

Student and office work: This is overkill for basic office tasks, but the data shows it is capable. The CPU's single-thread performance is adequate, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2058 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3055. The GPU's PassMark G2D score of 1270 indicates fast 2D rendering for desktop applications. The system will handle spreadsheets, documents, and web browsing without any performance concerns.

Who Should Build It

The target user for this build is a gamer who wants high refresh rates at 1440p and playable 4K in most titles. The measured FPS shows 74.1 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1440p and 49.5 FPS at 4K, which is acceptable for a demanding title. For competitive gamers, the 1080p and 1440p performance in esports titles is exceptional, with numbers like 325.1 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 462.6 FPS in Valorant at 1080p. This build is also suited for content creators who need both strong CPU multi-threading and GPU compute. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 and the GPU's 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance make this a viable workstation for video editing and 3D rendering.

Small business workstations that require ECC memory support and robust multi-threaded performance for data processing could also use this build, though the GPU is more powerful than necessary for most office tasks. The CPU's PassMark data encryption score of 16949 and find prime numbers score of 86 indicate reasonable security and mathematical processing capabilities. The build is not ideal for users who need extreme CPU performance, as the i5-14400F sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, which is high but not top-tier. The GPU is the more dominant component, placing in the 86th percentile of all GPUs.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU and GPU each have distinct benchmark profiles. The i5-14400F scores 21645 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3055 in single-core. The Geekbench scores are 11268 multi-core and 2058 single-core. The PassMark multithread score is 25470, and the single-thread score is 3701. The CPU's average benchmark score is 32279, which places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U with a delta of 0.1%, the Intel Core i9-11900 with a delta of 0.2%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS with a delta of -0.2%. The i5-14400F is effectively tied with these processors, with the largest delta being 0.5% against the Intel Core i7-12800H.

The RTX 4080 SUPER has a PassMark G3D score of 34245 and a PassMark GPU compute score of 19822. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 6600. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 219065, and the Vulkan score is 260075. The GPU's average benchmark score is 54209, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with a delta of -0.1%, the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X with a delta of -1.1%, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB with a delta of -2.7%. The RTX 4080 SUPER is within 2.8% of its closest competitors.

The combined picture shows an 85th percentile ranking for the pair. The measured FPS across all games averages 202.2, and the pair ranks 236th out of 3732 tracked pairs. This indicates that the combination is in the top 6% of all configurations for gaming performance. The CPU's performance is average for its class, while the GPU is above average, creating a system that excels in GPU-bound workloads.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is based on the AD103 chip using the Ada Lovelace architecture on a 5 nm process from TSMC. It has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s. The memory clock is 1438 MHz with an effective speed of 23 Gbps. The GPU has 10240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. The base clock is 2295 MHz, and the boost clock is 2550 MHz.

The RT and tensor hardware includes 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores. The pixel rate is 285.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 816.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 and FP16 performance are both 52.22 TFLOPS, with FP16 running at a 1:1 ratio. The GPU uses a triple-slot design with a 16-pin power connector and has a TDP of 320 W, requiring a suggested PSU of 700 W. The display outputs are 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a.

The benchmark scores show strong rendering performance. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600 indicates solid performance in modern games. The PassMark G3D score of 34245 is high, and the GPU compute score of 19822 shows good compute throughput. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 219065 and Vulkan score of 260075 demonstrate strong API performance. The GPU's average benchmark score of 54209 and 86th percentile ranking confirm it is a high-end part. For rendering workloads, the 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance is the key metric, as it translates directly to compute-heavy tasks like 3D rendering and physics simulation.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 85, meaning it outperforms 85% of all tracked hardware pairs.

Q: How does the i5-14400F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32279, which is within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, Intel Core i9-11900, AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, and Intel Core i7-12800H.

Q: What is the maximum FPS this system achieves in any game at 1080p?

A: The highest measured FPS at 1080p is 715.7 FPS in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the i5-14400F supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a consumer desktop CPU.

Q: What is the GPU's FP32 performance in TFLOPS?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an FP32 performance of 52.22 TFLOPS.

Q: How many RT cores and tensor cores does the RTX 4080 SUPER have?

A: The GPU has 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores.

Q: What is the suggested PSU wattage for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 4080 SUPER is 700 W.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i5-14400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series using the Raptor Lake architecture. The GPU is a high-end Ada Lovelace part with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory. The combined percentile ranking is 85, which places this configuration in the upper echelon of tracked systems. The average FPS across all measured games is 202.2, and the pair ranks 236th out of 3732 pairs, putting it in the top 6% of gaming performance.

The CPU sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. This indicates a slight imbalance where the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. The system is best suited for high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p, with playable 4K performance in many titles. The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 320 W TDP mean the system requires a 700 W PSU, which is reasonable for this class of hardware. The overall tier is high, with the GPU being the dominant performer.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series. It uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, on a 10 nm process node from Intel. The base clock is 2.50 GHz, and the boost clock is 4.70 GHz. The CPU has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory and has ECC memory support as a feature. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes and has no integrated graphics, hence the "F" designation.

The benchmark scores show a balanced performer. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 21645, and the single-core score is 3055. The Geekbench multi-core score is 11268, and the single-core score is 2058. The PassMark multithread score is 25470, with a single-thread score of 3701. The CPU's average benchmark score is 32279, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its performance is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, Intel Core i9-11900, and AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, with deltas under 0.5%.

For real workloads, the CPU's multi-threaded performance is solid for productivity tasks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 indicates it can handle video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The single-core performance is adequate for gaming, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3055. The PassMark data compression score of 315521 and integer math score of 81524 show strong performance for data-intensive tasks. The CPU's 65 W TDP makes it power-efficient for its performance class, though the GPU is the main power consumer in this build. The CPU is not unlocked for overclocking, as the multiplier is locked, but its boost clock of 4.70 GHz provides sufficient performance out of the box.