SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14401E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

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87 / 100
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Power Build

Top 13% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
CPU Bottleneck
CPU
76%
VS
GPU
98%

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PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14401E

5,253 Benchmark Score
Top 24% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

77,712 Benchmark Score
Top 2% 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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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14401E sits on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which anchors it to the Raptor Lake generation of desktop processors. This is a mature socket with broad ecosystem support, and the CPU itself is built on Intel's 10 nm process node with a 215 mm² die. The platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus, giving builders flexibility in choosing between older, widely available DDR4 modules or newer DDR5 kits depending on motherboard selection and budget constraints. ECC memory support is present, which is a notable feature for workstation-oriented builds where data integrity matters more than raw gaming performance.

The processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU itself, which is sufficient for a single high-bandwidth graphics card like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D. The RTX 5090 D uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface, so the pairing is electrically compatible and will not suffer from lane-count or bandwidth limitations at the interface level. The GPU's 575 W TDP and the CPU's 65 W TDP combine to require substantial power delivery headroom; the suggested PSU for the GPU alone is 950 W, which should be treated as the minimum for this pairing, especially given that the rest of the system (motherboard, drives, cooling) adds to the load. The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector, so the chosen power supply must support that connector type.

A sensible next upgrade path on this platform would be moving to a higher-core-count Raptor Lake Refresh processor within the same Socket 1700 ecosystem, provided the motherboard's VRM and BIOS support it. The 6-core, 12-thread i5-14401E is positioned at the entry point of the Core i5 stack, so users who find multi-threaded workloads limiting could step up to a processor with more cores without changing the motherboard or memory. However, the platform is not forward-compatible with newer sockets, so a future upgrade beyond the current generation would require a full platform change. For memory, if starting with DDR4, moving to DDR5 would require a motherboard swap, so early decisions on memory type are consequential for long-term upgrade flexibility.

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of the Intel Core i5-14401E?

A: The processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. It is based on the Raptor Lake architecture and is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process.

Q: Does the RTX 5090 D support hardware ray tracing and AI acceleration?

A: Yes, the GPU is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and includes 170 ray tracing cores and 680 tensor cores, making it fully equipped for hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI-based workloads like DLSS and compute tasks.

Q: What is the memory configuration of the RTX 5090 D?

A: The GPU has 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz, which translates to 28 Gbps effective.

Q: How does the i5-14401E compare to its nearest rival in average benchmark score?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 5253, which is nearly identical to the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 at 5259 (a 0.1% deficit) and the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5241 (a 0.2% advantage). It also edges out the Intel Core i9-10850K by 0.2% and the Intel Core i5-13400T by 0.8%.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile relative to all other GPUs?

A: The RTX 5090 D sits at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of graphics cards in the database. Its average benchmark score is 77712.

Q: What type of memory does the CPU support?

A: The i5-14401E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. This allows using either older or newer memory technology depending on the motherboard.

Q: Is there integrated graphics on the i5-14401E?

A: Yes, the processor includes UHD Graphics 730, which provides basic display output and hardware acceleration for tasks that do not require the discrete GPU.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14401E is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor from the Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. It runs at a 2.50 GHz base clock and boosts to 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP that keeps it in the mainstream power envelope. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration is typical of a mid-range desktop part aimed at balanced performance across single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks.

Benchmark results show a processor that is strong in single-threaded performance but less impressive in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23, it scores 2564 in single-core and 18161 in multi-core. The single-core score reflects the high 4.70 GHz boost clock and Raptor Lake's efficient architecture, which translates to responsive application launches and strong performance in lightly threaded tasks. The multi-core score, while respectable, is limited by the 6-core count; the processor's overall percentile rank is 60th among all CPUs, placing it in the upper-middle tier rather than the top tier. Its average benchmark score is 5253, which puts it in a tight cluster with rivals: the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 at 5259 (0.1% slower), the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5241 (0.2% faster), the Intel Core i9-10850K at 5240 (0.2% faster), and the Intel Core i5-13400T at 5210 (0.8% faster). This grouping indicates that the i5-14401E delivers performance nearly indistinguishable from those older or lower-tier parts, despite being a newer generation.

For real workloads, the single-core strength supports fast response in office applications, web browsing, and gaming scenarios where per-core performance matters most. The multi-core score of 18161 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can handle moderate content creation tasks like video encoding or 3D rendering, but it will not compete with higher-core-count processors in heavily parallel workloads. The 20 MB L3 cache provides reasonable data locality for a 6-core part, and the dual-channel memory controller supports both DDR4 and DDR5, allowing builders to choose memory that fits their platform budget. The lack of an unlocked multiplier means overclocking is not an option, so performance is fixed at factory specifications.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who prioritize GPU performance above all else while keeping CPU costs moderate. The RTX 5090 D sits at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, making it a top-tier graphics solution, while the i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile among CPUs, a mid-range placement. This combination makes sense for gamers who play at high resolutions where GPU load dominates and CPU bottlenecks are less frequent. For 4K gaming, the GPU's massive compute resources will be the primary driver of frame rates, and the 6-core CPU with strong single-thread performance is sufficient for most titles at that resolution.

Content creators who work in GPU-accelerated applications will also find this pairing viable. The RTX 5090 D's 32 GB of VRAM and 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 compute make it exceptional for 3D rendering, video editing with hardware encoders, and AI inference tasks. The CPU's 12 threads and 18161 Cinebench R23 multi-core score provide enough processing power for project management, timeline scrubbing, and other CPU-bound tasks, even if it is not the fastest for CPU-only rendering. Software developers working on large codebases will benefit from the fast single-core performance for compilation, though multi-threaded builds will be slower than on higher-core-count processors.

Students and small business users building a high-end workstation will find the platform flexible due to DDR4 and DDR5 support and ECC memory capability. The GPU's 92nd percentile ranking ensures it will handle any graphics or compute task thrown at it, from CAD to machine learning. The CPU's 60th percentile placement means it will not be a bottleneck for most productivity software, though it will limit peak performance in heavily threaded CPU workloads. For users upgrading from older systems, the Socket 1700 platform offers a wide range of motherboard options, and the 65 W TDP CPU is easy to cool with a capable air cooler.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark suite reveals a balanced performer. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1830 multi-core and 258 single-core. Cinebench R20 shows 7627 multi-core and 1076 single-core. Cinebench R23 yields 18161 multi-core and 2564 single-core. These scores place the CPU at the 60th percentile overall, with an average benchmark score of 5253. The nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 is 0.1% ahead, the Intel Core i7-11700B is 0.2% behind, the Intel Core i9-10850K is 0.2% behind, and the Intel Core i5-13400T is 0.8% behind. This indicates the i5-14401E performs nearly identically to those parts, making it a solid mid-range option.

The GPU benchmarks are dramatically stronger. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the RTX 5090 D scores 14326. Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores are 310674 and 376915, respectively. Passmark results include a G3D score of 44065, a GPU compute score of 28396, and DirectX 9, 10, 11, and 12 scores of 434, 231, 371, and 219. The GPU's average benchmark score is 77712, placing it at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT at 76904 (1.1% behind), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT at 78940 (1.6% ahead), the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB at 79396 (2.1% ahead), and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB at 79605 (2.4% ahead). This places the RTX 5090 D in the upper echelon of GPUs, though not the absolute top, with a combined system percentile of 76.

The combined picture shows a severe imbalance in performance tiers. The GPU's 92nd percentile dwarfs the CPU's 60th percentile, meaning the system's overall capability is heavily skewed toward graphics processing. For gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads, this is an advantage; for CPU-bound tasks, the system will perform at mid-range levels. The data indicates that users should expect GPU-bound applications to run at near-top-tier levels, while CPU-bound applications will run at levels comparable to older high-end desktop parts.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, with a massive 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die. The GPU has 21760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 raster output units. It includes 170 ray tracing cores and 680 tensor cores, providing dedicated hardware for real-time ray tracing and AI-powered features. The clock speeds are 2017 MHz base and 2407 MHz boost, with memory running at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective).

The memory subsystem is exceptionally large: 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus delivers 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. This is critical for high-resolution textures, large 3D scenes, and AI model inference that requires substantial VRAM. The pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s, indicating the GPU can fill frames and apply textures at extremely high speeds. FP32 compute is rated at 104.8 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same rate (1:1), which is notable for compute workloads that can use reduced precision.

The benchmark scores confirm the GPU's top-tier status. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14326 reflects strong DX12 gaming performance. Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores of 310674 and 376915 show exceptional compute throughput and API-agnostic performance. Passmark G3D at 44065 and GPU compute at 28396 reinforce the picture of a GPU that excels at both rasterization and general-purpose compute. The 92nd percentile ranking means it outperforms the majority of GPUs, though its nearest rivals include mobile parts like the RX 6650M XT and RX 6850M XT, as well as data-center Tesla P100 variants, all within a 2.4% performance delta. This suggests the RTX 5090 D is competitive with, but not dramatically ahead of, those specific parts in average benchmark scores.

For rendering workloads, the combination of 32 GB VRAM, 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 makes the RTX 5090 D suitable for professional 3D rendering, video editing with high-resolution footage, and GPU-accelerated simulation. The 170 RT cores enable real-time ray tracing in supported applications, while the 680 tensor cores accelerate DLSS and other AI-based upscaling and denoising techniques. The GPU's 575 W TDP and dual-slot design require robust cooling and a 950 W power supply, which are significant system-level considerations.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFpsUltraByGame rows, so all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the individual components. The RTX 5090 D's 92nd percentile GPU ranking and 14326 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score indicate it can handle demanding games at high settings, but actual FPS will vary by title and resolution.

The CPU's 60th percentile ranking and 2564 Cinebench R23 single-core score suggest it has adequate per-core performance for gaming. At 1080p, the CPU may become a limiting factor in some titles due to the lower core count and mid-range throughput. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU's massive compute resources will dominate, and the CPU's bottleneck potential diminishes. Given the GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 32 GB VRAM, it is reasonable to expect high frame rates at 4K ultra settings in most games, but this remains an estimate without measured data. Users should treat any specific FPS claims as speculative, as the actual performance depends on game optimization, driver maturity, and system configuration.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i5-14401E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D. The build class is explicitly desktop, and the combined system percentile is 76th. The CPU sits at the 60th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs. The overall tier is thus upper-midrange, driven almost entirely by the GPU's high performance. The CPU is a mainstream 6-core part, while the GPU is a high-end enthusiast component. This is an unbalanced pairing where the GPU's capabilities vastly exceed the CPU's, making it a graphics-first system.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data clearly shows an imbalance: the GPU's 92nd percentile versus the CPU's 60th percentile. In GPU-bound workloads like 4K gaming, ray tracing, and GPU compute, the RTX 5090 D will operate near its full potential, and the CPU will not be the primary constraint. However, in CPU-bound workloads like physics simulation, AI inference on CPU, or multi-threaded productivity tasks, the i5-14401E's 6-core configuration and 18161 Cinebench R23 multi-core score will limit overall system throughput. The CPU's nearest rivals, all within 0.8% in average score, are older or lower-tier parts, indicating it does not have headroom over its contemporaries.

The FPS scaling evidence, while estimated, supports this analysis: at lower resolutions where CPU load is higher, the i5-14401E may bottleneck the GPU; at higher resolutions where GPU load dominates, the RTX 5090 D will be the limiting factor. The GPU's 1.79 TB/s memory bandwidth and 32 GB VRAM also mean that high-resolution textures and large scenes will not be constrained by memory capacity. For users who prioritize gaming at 1440p or 4K, this pairing is acceptable, but for those who need balanced CPU and GPU performance, the CPU would need to be upgraded to a higher-core-count part.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p or 1440p with high refresh rate monitors, the CPU's 60th percentile single-core performance may limit frame rates in CPU-intensive games, but the GPU's 92nd percentile ensures high frame rates in GPU-bound scenarios. The 14326 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score suggests strong DX12 performance, making this viable for competitive gaming, though the CPU could be a bottleneck in esports titles that rely heavily on single-thread performance.

Streaming: The GPU's 680 tensor cores and dedicated hardware encoder support efficient game streaming with minimal performance impact. The CPU's 12 threads provide enough headroom for encoding and streaming software, though the 6-core count means simultaneous gaming and encoding may cause frame drops in CPU-heavy titles.

Video editing: The GPU's 32 GB VRAM and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 accelerate rendering and effects, while the CPU's 18161 Cinebench R23 multi-core score handles timeline operations and export tasks. The combination is well-suited for 4K video editing, with the GPU handling most of the heavy lifting.

3D rendering: The RTX 5090 D's 170 RT cores and 104.8 TFLOPS make it exceptional for GPU-accelerated rendering in applications like Blender or Octane. The CPU's 6 cores will be a secondary factor, with render times dominated by GPU performance. The 32 GB VRAM supports large scenes and high-resolution textures.

Software development: The CPU's 2564 Cinebench R23 single-core score provides fast single-threaded performance for code compilation and IDE responsiveness. Multi-threaded builds will be slower due to the 6-core limit, but the overall system will handle typical development workflows without issue.

Student and office work: The CPU's 60th percentile and the GPU's 92nd percentile are overkill for office applications, but the system handles them with ease. The 65 W CPU TDP and dual-slot GPU require adequate cooling, but the performance is more than sufficient for spreadsheets, document editing, and web browsing. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running workloads.