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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14401E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

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76%

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89%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14401E

5,253 Benchmark Score

Top 24% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

15,199 Benchmark Score

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# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14401E is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture, fabricated on a 10 nm process with a 215 mm² die size. It runs at a 2.50 GHz base clock and boosts up to 4.70 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. The cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a locked multiplier part (no overclocking), and it supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support included.

Benchmark results place this CPU at the 60th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 5253. In Cinebench R23, the processor scores 18161 in multi-core and 2564 in single-core. The R20 scores are 7627 multi-core and 1076 single-core, while R15 scores are 1830 multi-core and 258 single-core. These numbers indicate a solid mid-range performer. The multi-core R23 score of 18161 suggests strong parallel throughput for a 6-core part, while the single-core score of 2564 reflects capable per-thread performance due to the 4.70 GHz boost clock.

The nearest rivals illustrate the competitive positioning. The Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 posts an average score of 5259, just 0.1% higher, meaning the i5-14401E is effectively at parity with that server-class chip in aggregate benchmarks. The Intel Core i7-11700B scores 5241 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core i9-10850K scores 5240 (0.2% lower). The Intel Core i5-13400T is 0.8% behind at 5210. This clustering shows the i5-14401E sits in a tight performance band where 6-core and 8-core parts from previous generations converge. The practical implication is that this CPU will handle everyday productivity, code compilation, and moderate multi-threaded workloads without feeling dated, but it will not dominate heavily threaded tasks like large 3D renders where higher-core-count parts excel.

The architecture is Raptor Lake-R, part of the Core 14th Gen series, released June 30, 2024. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform with PCIe Gen 5 (16 lanes from the CPU). Integrated graphics come in the form of UHD Graphics 730, which provides a basic display output but is not intended for gaming. The 65 W TDP is modest for a desktop part, meaning cooling requirements are manageable with a capable air cooler or a basic liquid cooler, though no specific cooler size is stated here. Production status is Active, indicating ongoing availability.

# Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this specific CPU+GPU combination. The `measuredFpsUltraByGame` object is empty, and `dataIsMeasured` is false. Therefore, all FPS figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the Intel Core i5-14401E and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM, presented as qualitative expectations rather than measured results.

The RTX 3050 OEM is an 8 GB GDDR6 card based on the GA106 chip (Ampere architecture, 8 nm process from Samsung). It has 2304 shading units, 72 TMUs, 32 ROPs, 18 RT cores, and 72 tensor cores. The GPU runs at a 1515 MHz base clock and 1755 MHz boost clock, with memory at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective) across a 128-bit bus, yielding 224.0 GB/s bandwidth. Compute performance is 8.087 TFLOPS FP32, with pixel rate of 56.16 GPixel/s and texture rate of 126.4 GTexel/s. The GPU's average benchmark score is 15199, placing it at the 57th percentile of all GPUs.

The GPU's nearest rivals show it is competitive with, and slightly behind, some notable parts. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 scores 15171 (0.2% higher), the AMD Radeon 680M integrated graphics scores 15270 (0.5% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 scores 15283 (0.5% higher), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 scores 15290 (0.6% higher). This puts the RTX 3050 OEM in a performance class roughly equivalent to an RTX 2060, meaning it is a capable 1080p gaming card for esports and medium-to-high settings in modern titles, but it will struggle at higher resolutions or with ray tracing enabled.

For gaming expectations, at 1080p with ultra settings, this pairing would likely deliver playable frame rates (above 30 FPS) in most AAA titles, with esports titles reaching much higher numbers. At 1440p, frame rates would drop significantly, and ultra settings would likely push the GPU to its limits, requiring settings reductions. At 4K, this combination is not suitable for modern AAA gaming at high detail. The CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2564) is strong enough to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in most scenarios, while the GPU's 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p but may limit texture quality in some newer games at higher resolutions. These figures are estimates; actual performance will vary by title and driver optimization.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a reasonably balanced pairing, with the CPU at the 60th percentile and the GPU at the 57th percentile among their respective categories. The combined percentile is 59, which suggests neither component dramatically outclasses the other. However, the nature of the workloads determines which component becomes the limiting factor.

In CPU-bound scenarios, such as software compilation, spreadsheet manipulation, or lightly-threaded productivity apps, the i5-14401E's 6 cores and 12 threads with a 4.70 GHz boost will be the primary driver. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2564 indicates strong per-thread performance, which is critical for these tasks. The GPU's role is minimal here, and the CPU's 65 W TDP means it won't throttle under sustained loads if cooling is adequate.

In GPU-bound workloads, such as gaming at high resolutions or 3D rendering with ray tracing, the RTX 3050 OEM becomes the limiting factor. The GPU's average benchmark score of 15199 is only 0.6% below the RTX 2060, which is itself a mid-range card from a previous generation. For gaming at 1080p ultra, the GPU's 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth will often be the ceiling, especially in graphically intense scenes. The CPU is unlikely to bottleneck at 1080p, but at 720p or in esports titles with very high frame rates, the CPU's 6 cores may start to limit performance in certain scenarios, though the single-core strength mitigates this.

The FPS scaling between resolutions would show the GPU bottleneck becoming more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p, the CPU can feed the GPU adequately; at 1440p, the GPU's pixel rate of 56.16 GPixel/s and texture rate of 126.4 GTexel/s will be insufficient to maintain high frame rates in demanding titles. The 8 GB VRAM is another constraint, as modern games at 1440p with high textures can exceed this capacity, causing stuttering. Overall, this is a 1080p gaming system, with the CPU having enough headroom to support a future GPU upgrade without needing a platform change.

# Who Should Build It

The Intel Core i5-14401E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM combination targets users who need a dependable desktop for 1080p gaming and moderate productivity without requiring top-tier performance. The CPU's 60th percentile ranking and the GPU's 57th percentile ranking place this build in the upper-middle tier of desktop systems, suitable for gamers at 1080p who play at medium-to-high settings and are not chasing maximum frame rates.

For content creators, this pairing handles photo editing and light video editing (1080p or 1440p footage) reasonably well, thanks to the CPU's multi-core score of 18161 in Cinebench R23 and the GPU's 5779 Passmark GPU compute score. Software developers will appreciate the 6 cores and 12 threads for compiling code, with the single-core score of 2564 in Cinebench R23 ensuring snappy responsiveness in IDEs. Students and small business workstations benefit from the low 65 W TDP for quiet operation and modest power requirements, plus the ECC memory support adds reliability for data-sensitive workloads.

The integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a fallback for basic display tasks if the discrete GPU is disabled or removed, making this a flexible platform for office use. However, this is not a build for high-refresh 1440p or 4K gaming, nor for professional 3D rendering or machine learning training, given the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 8.087 TFLOPS FP32. The target user is someone who wants a single system for everyday gaming, web browsing, office work, and light creative tasks, with the potential to upgrade the GPU later without changing the CPU or motherboard.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming at 1080p: The RTX 3050 OEM can drive 1080p monitors at 60-100+ FPS in esports titles like competitive shooters or MOBAs, given its Passmark G3D score of 11857 and the CPU's strong single-core performance of 2564 in Cinebench R23. For AAA titles at ultra settings, expect 30-60 FPS, which is playable but not high-refresh territory. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p textures.

Streaming: The GPU's 72 tensor cores and 18 RT cores enable hardware-accelerated encoding (via NVENC) and ray tracing, though the latter is limited by the 8.087 TFLOPS FP32. Streaming at 1080p60 with this GPU and CPU combo is feasible, as the CPU's 12 threads handle encoding overhead if software encoding is used, but hardware encoding frees the CPU for game logic. Performance during streaming will be slightly lower than without streaming, but the system remains usable.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18161 provides adequate processing for 1080p and light 1440p video editing in software like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve. The GPU's 5779 Passmark GPU compute score accelerates effects and color grading, though 4K timelines will strain the system. Export times will be longer than with higher-end CPUs, but the workflow is smooth for casual editors.

3D rendering: The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for small-scale renders in Blender or similar tools, with the R20 multi-core score of 7627 indicating moderate throughput. The GPU's 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 can accelerate rendering in GPU-accelerated engines, but the 8 GB VRAM limits scene complexity. This is not a professional rendering workstation, but it handles hobbyist or educational projects.

Software development: The 4.70 GHz boost clock and single-core score of 2564 in Cinebench R23 ensure fast compilation and responsive IDE interaction. The 12 threads support parallel builds, and the 65 W TDP keeps the system cool during long compile sessions. The ECC memory support adds stability for long-running processes.

Student and office work: The i5-14401E's integrated UHD Graphics 730 and the discrete RTX 3050 OEM handle document editing, spreadsheets, web browsing, and presentation software with ease. The 60th percentile CPU ranking ensures snappy multitasking, and the 300 W suggested PSU means the system draws minimal power, reducing noise and heat in a shared workspace.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14401E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The motherboard selection will determine memory type (DDR4 or DDR5), so users must choose at build time. The 65 W TDP CPU means the power delivery requirements are modest, and the system's suggested PSU is 300 W, which provides ample headroom for this pairing.

A sensible next upgrade would be to replace the RTX 3050 OEM with a more powerful GPU, as the CPU's 60th percentile ranking and 6 cores have enough headroom to support a faster card at 1080p or 1440p without bottlenecking. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface on the GPU is compatible with newer PCIe 4.0 and 5.0 slots, though the bandwidth is capped at x8. The 300 W suggested PSU would need to be upgraded if a higher-power GPU is installed, but the CPU's 65 W TDP leaves significant power budget for a GPU upgrade.

The platform itself is at the end of its socket generation, as the CPU is part of the Core 14th Gen series on Socket 1700, which is superseded by newer sockets. Therefore, a future CPU upgrade would require a motherboard change. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means users can choose a cheaper DDR4 board or a faster DDR5 board, but they are locked into that choice for the life of the system. The PCIe Gen 5 lanes are forward-looking, but no current GPU fully utilizes that bandwidth, so the platform has room to grow with a future GPU upgrade.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-14401E achieves an average benchmark score of 5253, placing it at the 60th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4, scores 5259, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the i5 is statistically tied with that server chip. The Intel Core i7-11700B and Intel Core i9-10850K both score 5241 and 5240 respectively (0.2% higher than the i5), while the Intel Core i5-13400T scores 5210 (0.8% higher). This shows the i5-14401E is a solid mid-range performer, not a budget part.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM achieves an average benchmark score of 15199, placing it at the 57th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 at 15171 (0.2% lower), the AMD Radeon 680M at 15270 (0.5% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 at 15283 (0.5% higher), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 at 15290 (0.6% higher). The GPU's Passmark G3D score is 11857, with a DirectX 12 score of 58 and a DirectX 11 score of 86. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 60740, and the Vulkan score is 57103.

The combined picture is a system at the 59th percentile overall, with the CPU and GPU closely matched. The CPU's multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 18161 and single-core score of 2564 indicate a processor that handles both threaded and single-threaded tasks competently. The GPU's 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth provide the foundation for 1080p gaming. The average benchmark scores for both components are within 0.6% of their nearest rivals, indicating this is a well-balanced system for its tier, with no glaring weakness in either CPU or GPU performance.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i5-14401E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread Raptor Lake part with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an 8 GB GDDR6 Ampere card with a 130 W TDP, requiring a 300 W suggested PSU. The combined percentile is 59, placing this system in the upper-middle tier of desktop configurations available today.

The CPU's 60th percentile and the GPU's 57th percentile indicate a balanced system where neither component is a clear outlier. The i5-14401E delivers strong single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 2564) for everyday tasks and gaming, while the 6 cores and 12 threads handle multi-threaded workloads adequately. The RTX 3050 OEM provides entry-level 1080p gaming performance, with its 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth sufficient for modern games at medium settings. The system is not designed for high-end 1440p or 4K gaming, nor for professional rendering, but it excels as a general-purpose desktop for gamers and productivity users.

The build class is desktop, meaning it is intended for a stationary tower or small form factor case. The GPU is a dual-slot card, 242 mm long (9.5 inches) and 112 mm high (4.4 inches), compatible with most mid-tower cases. The CPU's integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a backup display output. This pairing is a coherent, budget-conscious desktop system for 1080p gaming and everyday computing, with the CPU having enough headroom to support a future GPU upgrade if the user's needs evolve.

# FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i5-14401E's core and thread count?

A: The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads, based on the Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process.

Q: How does the RTX 3050 OEM compare to the RTX 2060 in benchmarks?

A: The RTX 3050 OEM has an average benchmark score of 15199, which is 0.6% lower than the RTX 2060's score of 15290, indicating near-parity performance.

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

A: The combined percentile is 59, with the CPU at the 60th percentile and the GPU at the 57th percentile of their respective categories.

Q: Does this system support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14401E supports ECC memory, along with both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode.

Q: What is the suggested power supply wattage for this build?

A: The suggested PSU is 300 W, which covers the CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 130 W TDP.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this specific combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU pairing; all FPS figures are estimates from benchmark scores.

Q: What socket does the i5-14401E use?

A: It uses the Intel Socket 1700, which supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

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