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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14401E + NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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Intel Core i5-14401E

5,253 Benchmark Score

Top 24% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

117,088 Benchmark Score

Top 1% Market Ranking

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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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

The NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is a workstation-class GPU built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm process with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. The chip, designated AD104, operates at a modest base clock of 720 MHz and boosts to 1560 MHz. That clock range is conservative, but the card compensates with substantial hardware resources: 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. The FP32 throughput of 19.17 TFLOPS and matching FP16 of 19.17 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio) indicate that the card is designed for compute-heavy professional tasks rather than raw rasterization speed alone.

Memory configuration is a standout feature. The RTX 4000 SFF carries 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, yielding 280.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Memory clock is 1750 MHz with 14 Gbps effective data rate. For context, the 20 GB frame buffer is exceptionally large for a card with this power envelope, making it suitable for large datasets, high-resolution textures, and multi-application GPU workloads typical of professional environments. The 160-bit bus does constrain bandwidth relative to wider-memory competitors, but the capacity more than compensates in memory-bound scenarios like rendering large scenes or training models that exceed 12-16 GB.

Ray tracing and tensor hardware are present in force. The GPU includes 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores, which places it well above consumer mid-range options in terms of dedicated accelerator count. These resources drive the card's DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4 API support. Pixel rate is 99.84 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 299.5 GTexel/s, both of which are respectable for a 70 W card. The power draw is remarkably low at 70 W TDP, with a suggested PSU of 250 W, and the card requires no external power connectors — it runs entirely off the PCIe slot. This makes it a unique option for compact workstations where power delivery and thermal headroom are limited.

Benchmark scores reflect its position in the GPU hierarchy. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 124812, and the Vulkan score is 109364, with an average benchmark score of 117088. This places the GPU in the 95th percentile of all GPUs, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of discrete graphics cards in compute and graphics workloads. Compared to its nearest rivals, the RTX 4000 SFF is 0.3% behind the NVIDIA GB10, 1.6% behind the AMD Radeon PRO W7700, 2.4% ahead of the NVIDIA Tesla V100 SXM2 16 GB, and 2.8% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A5500 Mobile. The deltaPct values show that the card sits in a tight competitive cluster, with less than 3% variance between these four products. For rendering, this means the RTX 4000 SFF delivers performance on par with much larger workstation cards while consuming a fraction of the power.

The 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a outputs support multi-monitor professional setups, and the dual-slot, 168 mm length (6.6 inches) with 69 mm height (2.7 inches) form factor is designed for small form factor (SFF) chassis. The card's predecessor is Workstation Ampere, and its successor is Blackwell PRO W, indicating NVIDIA positions this as a mid-generation professional offering.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4000 SFF's 95th percentile GPU standing suggests strong 1440p and even 4K potential, but its 19.17 TFLOPS FP32 and 280.0 GB/s bandwidth are modest by enthusiast gaming standards. The CPU's 4.70 GHz boost clock and 18161 Cinebench R23 multi-core score indicate it can feed frames adequately. Expect high refresh rates at 1440p in esports titles, though the workstation-oriented drivers and SFF cooling may not be optimized for sustained gaming loads.

Streaming: The 192 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for encoding and AI-enhanced streaming features. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a 2564 single-core score in Cinebench R23, can handle encoding overhead alongside gaming. The 20 GB VRAM allows simultaneous game capture, encoding buffers, and streaming software without memory pressure. However, the 70 W GPU TDP and passive-friendly design suggest thermal throttling under combined gaming and streaming loads may occur in poorly ventilated cases.

Video editing: The combination of 20 GB VRAM and 280.0 GB/s bandwidth is excellent for 4K and 8K timeline scrubbing, effect stacking, and color grading. The 124812 OpenCL score indicates strong compute performance for GPU-accelerated effects. The CPU's 18161 multi-core score in Cinebench R23 supports smooth preview rendering and export tasks. This system handles professional video editing suites with ease, especially projects with large RAW files or heavy multilayer composites.

3D rendering: This is the primary use case. The 48 RT cores accelerate ray-traced renders, while the 192 tensor cores speed up denoising and AI-accelerated workflows. The 20 GB VRAM fits large scenes, high-poly models, and texture atlases without out-of-core swapping. The 19.17 TFLOPS FP32 compute drives viewport performance and GPU render engines. The CPU's 6 cores may bottleneck CPU-based renderers, but GPU renderers like those using CUDA or OptiX will fully utilize the RTX 4000 SFF's capabilities.

Software development: The 12 threads and 4.70 GHz boost clock handle compilation, containerization, and local testing effectively. The 60th CPU percentile indicates it is above average but not top-tier for heavy parallel builds. The GPU's Vulkan score of 109364 supports graphics debugging, shader development, and machine learning prototyping. The 20 GB VRAM allows loading large ML models for inference testing, though training large models will be limited by the 70 W power envelope.

Student and office work: This system is overkill for basic productivity but handles any academic workload, including CAD, simulation, and data analysis. The 65 W CPU TDP and 70 W GPU TDP keep total system power low, reducing heat and noise in shared spaces. The 20 GB VRAM ensures future-proofing for coursework involving AI or 3D design. The CPU's 60th percentile ranking means everyday tasks are snappy, though not flagship-level.

# 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 (Raptor Lake-R codename) using Intel's 10 nm process. The die size is 215 mm², with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The 65 W TDP is modest for a desktop part, allowing for efficient cooling solutions. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3 cache. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled — a feature unusual for consumer i5 parts, indicating this chip targets workstation or entry-level server use. PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) provides modern connectivity. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730, which serve as a fallback display output. The multiplier is locked, preventing overclocking, and the release date is 2024-06-30. The production status is Active.

Benchmark results paint a clear picture of its performance tier. In Cinebench R15, the multi-core score is 1830 and single-core is 258. Cinebench R20 shows 7627 multi-core and 1076 single-core. Cinebench R23, the most demanding test, yields 18161 multi-core and 2564 single-core. The average benchmark score is 5253, placing the CPU in the 60th percentile of all CPUs. This means it sits slightly above the median — a solid mid-range performer, not a high-end enthusiast chip.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the i5-14401E is essentially tied with the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 (deltaPct -0.1), the Intel Core i7-11700B (deltaPct 0.2), the Intel Core i9-10850K (deltaPct 0.2), and the Intel Core i5-13400T (deltaPct 0.8). All four rivals are within 1% of the i5-14401E's average score. This clustering indicates that the chip delivers performance comparable to older high-end parts (like the i9-10850K) and newer efficiency-focused parts (like the i5-13400T). In real workloads, the 6 cores and 12 threads handle modern games, productivity apps, and light rendering, but the single-core score of 2564 in R23 suggests excellent responsiveness for everyday tasks. The multi-core score of 18161 is sufficient for video editing and compilation, though not for heavily threaded workloads like 3D animation rendering.

The architecture is a refresh of Raptor Lake, meaning it inherits the hybrid design philosophy (though this specific SKU appears to be all performance cores based on the 6-core/12-thread count). The 4.70 GHz boost clock is competitive for single-threaded applications, and the 20 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency in cache-sensitive workloads. The ECC memory support is a differentiator for reliability-focused builds.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations, not measured results.

Based on the GPU's 95th percentile ranking and the CPU's 60th percentile standing, the system is capable of high-refresh 1080p and solid 1440p gaming. The 19.17 TFLOPS FP32 suggests the GPU can handle most modern titles at high settings in 1440p, with frame rates in the 60-100 FPS range for AAA games. Esports titles like Counter-Strike 2 or Valorant could exceed 144 FPS at 1080p, given the strong single-core CPU performance (2564 in R23 single-core). At 4K, the 280.0 GB/s bandwidth and 20 GB VRAM prevent memory bottlenecks, but the 160-bit bus may limit fill-rate-heavy scenarios, potentially dropping to 40-60 FPS in demanding titles.

The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are adequate for gaming, with the 4.70 GHz boost clock ensuring minimal frame pacing issues in CPU-bound titles. However, the 60th percentile CPU ranking means that in heavily threaded games (e.g., Battlefield 2042 or Star Citizen), the i5-14401E may become the limiting factor, capping FPS below what the GPU could otherwise deliver. The 20 GB VRAM is a future-proofing asset, as next-generation games increasingly require more than 12 GB for ultra textures. Ray tracing performance, backed by 48 RT cores, will handle medium to high RT settings at 1440p, though the 70 W power limit may cause clock throttling under sustained RT loads. DLSS (via tensor cores) will be essential for maintaining high frame rates at 4K with RT enabled.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The system presents an interesting balance: a 95th percentile GPU paired with a 60th percentile CPU. This skews heavily toward GPU-bound workloads. In gaming, the GPU will be the primary performance driver, with the CPU providing sufficient single-thread performance (2564 in R23 single-core) to avoid major bottlenecks at 1440p and above. However, at 1080p with a high-refresh monitor, the CPU's 6 cores may limit frame rates in CPU-intensive titles, as its multi-core score of 18161 is below the top-tier 14th-gen parts.

In compute workloads, the bottleneck shifts. For GPU rendering, the RTX 4000 SFF's 19.17 TFLOPS will dominate, and the CPU will wait idle. For CPU rendering or physics simulation, the i5-14401E's 60th percentile ranking becomes the ceiling. The 20 GB VRAM ensures that memory capacity is never a constraint, but the 280.0 GB/s bandwidth could be a limiting factor in bandwidth-hungry applications like large matrix operations. The 70 W GPU TDP versus 65 W CPU TDP creates a balanced power profile, but the GPU's low clock speeds (720 MHz base) suggest it is thermally constrained in SFF enclosures, which may cause performance variance in sustained loads.

The FPS scaling evidence, though estimated, indicates that at 1080p, the CPU may bottleneck by 10-20% in worst-case scenarios. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limit, and the CPU's 12 threads are sufficient. For mixed workloads (e.g., gaming while streaming), the CPU's 6 cores may struggle, as encoding and game logic compete for threads. The 65 W TDP and 250 W PSU recommendation provide headroom for the GPU's boost behavior, but the lack of external power connectors on the GPU means it draws from the motherboard, which could limit peak performance on lower-end boards.

# Who Should Build It

This system is ideal for professionals who need workstation-class GPU compute in a compact, low-power package. The target user is a 3D artist, video editor, or machine learning engineer working in an SFF workstation where space and thermal limits are critical. The 20 GB VRAM and 48 RT cores make it suitable for architectural visualization, product rendering, and scientific visualization. The 70 W GPU TDP means it can be deployed in silent or passively-cooled builds without exotic cooling.

Gamers at 1440p will find this system capable, especially those prioritizing VRAM capacity for modded games or high-resolution texture packs. Content creators working with 4K video will benefit from the GPU's OpenCL score of 124812 and the CPU's 18161 multi-core score for export tasks. Software developers targeting GPU compute (CUDA, OpenCL) will appreciate the 192 tensor cores for prototyping AI models. Students in engineering or computer science programs can run CAD, simulation, and ML coursework without hardware limitations. Small business workstations for data analysis, financial modeling, or GIS applications will find the ECC memory support and 20 GB VRAM valuable for reliability and large datasets. However, this is not the right choice for budget-conscious builders or those seeking maximum gaming FPS per dollar — the workstation GPU premium is better justified by professional workloads.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 5253, placing it in the 60th percentile of all CPUs. Its Cinebench scores are: R15 multi-core 1830, R15 single-core 258, R20 multi-core 7627, R20 single-core 1076, R23 multi-core 18161, and R23 single-core 2564. These scores place it in a dead heat with the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 (-0.1%), Intel Core i7-11700B (0.2%), Intel Core i9-10850K (0.2%), and Intel Core i5-13400T (0.8%). The single-core performance is particularly strong, suggesting excellent responsiveness in daily use.

The GPU achieves an average benchmark score of 117088, placing it in the 95th percentile of all GPUs. Its Geekbench scores are 124812 (OpenCL) and 109364 (Vulkan). It is 0.3% behind the NVIDIA GB10, 1.6% behind the AMD Radeon PRO W7700, 2.4% ahead of the NVIDIA Tesla V100 SXM2 16 GB, and 2.8% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A5500 Mobile. The combined percentile for this CPU-GPU pair is 78, indicating that the system outperforms 78% of all desktop configurations in the database.

The combined picture is one of GPU dominance. The system's overall ranking is driven almost entirely by the GPU's 95th percentile performance, while the CPU's 60th percentile is serviceable but unremarkable. For compute-heavy tasks that leverage the GPU, this system performs near the top of the database. For CPU-bound workloads, it performs slightly above average. The 78th combined percentile captures this skew: it is a high-performance system, but the CPU holds it back from truly elite status. The gap between GPU and CPU percentiles (95 vs 60) is the defining characteristic of this build.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700, which was the mainstream desktop socket for Intel's 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Core processors. This means the i5-14401E can be replaced with a higher-end 14th-gen part (such as an i7 or i9) without changing the motherboard, provided the BIOS is updated. Given the 65 W TDP of the current CPU, there is significant headroom for a higher-TDP chip, as most Socket 1700 motherboards support 125 W or higher processors. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. Users building new systems should choose DDR5 for future-proofing, but existing DDR4 owners can reuse their memory to save cost. ECC memory support is a differentiating feature for workstation use.

PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) provides ample bandwidth for the RTX 4000 SFF, which uses PCIe 4.0 x16. The GPU will not bottleneck on the interface, and the slot remains compatible with future PCIe 5.0 GPUs. The GPU's 70 W TDP and 250 W suggested PSU mean that the existing power supply has substantial headroom. A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count CPU, such as a 14th-gen i7 with 8 performance cores, to reduce CPU bottlenecks in gaming and multi-threaded productivity. The GPU, while powerful, is limited by its 70 W envelope; a future upgrade to a full-height, higher-TDP workstation GPU (like a Blackwell PRO W successor) would require a larger chassis and more power, but the PCIe slot and CPU platform would not be the limiting factors.

The 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a outputs support up to four 4K displays, and the dual-slot, 168 mm length fits most SFF cases. The lack of power connectors simplifies installation but ties the GPU to motherboard power delivery quality. For storage, the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes can accommodate the fastest NVMe SSDs, though this does not affect GPU performance.

# FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU-GPU pair?

A: The combined percentile is 78, meaning this system outperforms 78% of all desktop configurations in the database.

Q: How does the RTX 4000 SFF compare to the AMD Radeon PRO W7700?

A: The RTX 4000 SFF has an average benchmark score of 117088, which is 1.6% lower than the Radeon PRO W7700's score of 118976 (deltaPct -1.6).

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14401E supports ECC memory, which is uncommon for consumer i5 processors and useful for workstation reliability.

Q: What is the GPU's power requirement for the PSU?

A: The GPU has a 70 W TDP and the suggested PSU is 250 W. The card requires no external power connectors, drawing all power from the PCIe slot.

Q: What is the CPU's single-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The i5-14401E scores 2564 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which is strong for a 6-core part and supports high-refresh gaming and responsive daily use.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4000 SFF have, and what type?

A: It has 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing 280.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Which component is the bottleneck for gaming at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the CPU's 60th percentile ranking (average score 5253) is more likely to limit frame rates than the GPU's 95th percentile ranking (average score 117088), especially in CPU-intensive titles.

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