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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14490F + AMD Radeon RX 9060

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Top 9% 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
92%
VS
GPU
89%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14490F

38,149 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 9060

16,014 Benchmark Score
Top 11% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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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

The Intel Core i5-14490F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 form a desktop pairing that sits in a specific performance tier, with the CPU landing in the 86th percentile of all processors and the GPU in the 59th percentile of all graphics cards. The combined percentile for this build is 73, placing it comfortably above the median for desktop systems. The data shows a significant asymmetry between the two components: the processor is a high-end performer relative to its market, while the graphics card is a mid-range part. This imbalance is the defining characteristic of this build, shaping its suitability for CPU-heavy workloads over GPU-bound tasks. The benchmark data provides no measured FPS for this exact combination, so all gaming performance estimates are derived from the individual component scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14490F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, a substantial frequency range that allows for strong single-threaded performance when needed. The chip features a cache hierarchy of 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a generous allocation for a mid-range desktop processor. The TDP is rated at 65 W, indicating that this is a power-efficient part that does not require exotic cooling solutions.

The benchmark scores reveal a processor that excels in multi-threaded scenarios. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 is a strong result, placing the chip in the upper echelon of desktop processors for rendering and compilation tasks. The single-core score of 3247 in the same test underscores its ability to handle lightly-threaded workloads with agility. In Passmark tests, the multi-thread score of 28662 and the single-thread score of 3873 confirm this balanced performance profile. The integer math score of 87844 and floating-point math score of 66558 indicate robust arithmetic capability, which is crucial for scientific computing and financial modeling. The data encryption score of 18225 and data compression score of 340026 highlight its strength in data-intensive tasks, making it suitable for database operations and file archiving.

Comparing to its nearest rivals, the i5-14490F sits within 0.3% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, the Intel Core i5-13600KF, the AMD Ryzen 7 250, and the Intel Core i5-13600HX. The deltaPct values are remarkably small, with the largest difference being -0.3% against the i5-13600HX. This means that in average benchmark scores, these five processors are virtually interchangeable, with no meaningful performance gap between them. The i5-14490F's position at the 86th percentile of all CPUs confirms its capabilities, placing it ahead of the vast majority of processors on the market. The extended instructions score of 21731 and the find prime numbers score of 122 suggest that the chip handles AVX-512 and other advanced instruction sets efficiently, which is beneficial for certain scientific and engineering applications.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, codenamed Strix Point, using the Navi 44 chip manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process. This is a compact die at 199 mm² with 29,700 million transistors, yielding a density of 149.2M transistors per mm². The GPU features 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units, along with 28 ray tracing cores. The memory subsystem consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The boost clock is 2990 MHz, with a game clock of 2400 MHz and a base clock of 1700 MHz. The memory operates at 2250 MHz, or 18 Gbps effective.

The compute capabilities are substantial for a mid-range card, with FP32 and FP16 performance both rated at 21.43 TFLOPS, indicating a 1:1 ratio for these data types. The pixel rate is 191.4 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 334.9 GTexel/s, which are solid figures for 1080p and 1440p rendering. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern game engines and graphics APIs.

Benchmark results place the RX 9060 at the 59th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16014. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3322 is a representative measure of modern gaming performance. Geekbench scores show OpenCL at 88183 and Vulkan at 39476, with the Vulkan score being notably lower, suggesting potential driver overhead or architectural differences in that API. Passmark G3D score of 17631 and GPU compute score of 9919 provide additional context, with the compute score being relatively modest compared to the graphics score.

The nearest rivals for the RX 9060 are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, the AMD Radeon R9 370X, the AMD Radeon RX 7700, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500. The deltaPct values are small, ranging from -0.7% against the RTX 3060 Ti to +2.1% against the Pro W5500. This places the RX 9060 in a tight competitive cluster, with performance nearly identical to the RTX 3060 Ti, a well-known previous-generation card. The ray tracing cores are present, but the modest RT core count of 28 suggests that ray-traced workloads will be a secondary consideration compared to traditional rasterization.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination, so all gaming frame rate figures are estimates derived from the CPU and GPU benchmark scores. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking and the GPU's 59th percentile ranking provide the basis for these projections. The data suggests that at 1080p, the i5-14490F will rarely be a limiting factor, as its single-thread score of 3873 in Passmark is strong enough to feed the GPU in most titles. The GPU, being comparable to the RTX 3060 Ti, should deliver playable frame rates at 1080p with high settings, but at 1440p, the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus may become constraints in demanding titles.

For esports titles like Counter-Strike 2 or Valorant, the high boost clock of 5.00 GHz on the CPU should enable very high frame rates, potentially exceeding 200 FPS at 1080p in these lightly-threaded games. For AAA games at 1080p, the RX 9060's 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 performance suggests it can handle most titles at high settings with frame rates in the 60-100 FPS range, though specific numbers are not available. At 1440p, the frame rate estimates drop, with the GPU potentially falling below 60 FPS in the most demanding titles, especially those that use ray tracing extensively. The 288.0 GB/s memory bandwidth may also limit performance in games that are bandwidth-sensitive, such as those with large open worlds or high-resolution textures.

The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000, means that games that utilize multiple cores, such as strategy titles or simulation games, will benefit from the i5-14490F's capabilities. The 24 MB of L3 cache is also beneficial for gaming, as it reduces memory latency and improves data locality. Overall, the gaming experience is expected to be solid at 1080p, with the GPU being the primary bottleneck in most scenarios, while at 1440p, the system will require careful settings adjustments to maintain smooth performance.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data paints a clear picture of which component limits which workload. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 59th percentile ranking creates a fundamental imbalance. In CPU-bound tasks such as video encoding, software compilation, and 3D rendering, the i5-14490F will be the driving force, with the GPU playing a supporting role. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 and the Passmark multi-thread score of 28662 demonstrate that this processor can handle heavy parallel workloads with ease.

Conversely, in GPU-bound tasks such as high-resolution gaming, the RX 9060 will be the limiting factor. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3322 and its position at the 59th percentile suggest that it will struggle to keep pace with the CPU's output in graphics-intensive applications. This means that in gaming at 1440p or 4K, the frame rates will be determined by the GPU's capabilities, and the CPU will be underutilized. The FPS scaling between resolutions would show diminishing returns as the GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher resolutions.

The Passmark data compression score of 340026 on the CPU and the GPU compute score of 9919 on the GPU illustrate the division of labor. The CPU excels at data manipulation and logic, while the GPU is optimized for parallel graphics operations. In workloads that mix both, such as game streaming with hardware encoding, the CPU would handle the encoding while the GPU renders the frames, and the balance would shift depending on the encoding settings and game resolution. The 65 W TDP of the CPU and the 132 W TDP of the GPU suggest that the system is not exceptionally power-hungry, but the GPU's power draw is double that of the CPU, reinforcing the notion that the GPU is the more demanding component.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The dual-channel memory bus allows for flexibility in memory configuration, though the lack of ECC memory support may be a consideration for mission-critical workstation use. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which is sufficient for a high-bandwidth GPU like the RX 9060, which uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface. This combination ensures that the GPU is not bandwidth-limited by the CPU's PCIe lanes.

The socket 1700 platform is the last to support DDR4, which means that users building with DDR4 memory can reuse existing modules, potentially lowering the cost of a new build. However, the platform is at the end of its upgrade path, as newer Intel generations have moved to different sockets. The i5-14490F has a 65 W TDP, which is modest, and the RX 9060 has a 132 W TDP, resulting in a combined system draw that is manageable with the suggested 300 W PSU. This suggests that users with an existing 500 W or higher power supply can likely run this system without upgrading their PSU.

The upgrade path for this system is limited by the socket 1700 platform's maturity. The most sensible next upgrade would be to a higher-core-count CPU within the same generation, but the data does not specify which models are available. Alternatively, the GPU could be upgraded to a more powerful model, but the 59th percentile ranking of the RX 9060 leaves ample room for improvement. The suggested PSU rating of 300 W provides headroom for a more power-hungry GPU, though the specific wattage of such an upgrade is not provided in the data. The PCIe 5.0 x16 interface ensures that future GPUs will be compatible with the existing motherboard.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU performance over GPU performance. The i5-14490F's 86th percentile ranking makes it an excellent choice for content creators who work with video editing, 3D rendering, and software development. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 indicates that it can handle rendering tasks efficiently, while the Passmark integer math score of 87844 and extended instructions score of 21731 make it suitable for scientific computing and data analysis. Students and professionals in engineering, finance, or data science would benefit from the CPU's computational power.

Gamers at 1080p would find this build adequate, as the RX 9060's performance at that resolution is expected to be solid based on its 59th percentile ranking. However, gamers who insist on 1440p or 4K gaming would likely be disappointed with the GPU's performance, as it is the weaker link in this system. Small business workstations that run CPU-intensive applications like database management, virtualization, or complex spreadsheets would benefit from the i5-14490F's multi-threaded capabilities. The 10 cores and 16 threads provide ample parallelism for such workloads.

This build is not ideal for those who want a balanced gaming and productivity machine, as the GPU is a clear bottleneck in gaming scenarios. Instead, it appeals to users who understand that their primary workloads are CPU-bound and who are willing to accept lower gaming performance in exchange for superior compute performance. The 65 W TDP of the CPU makes it an efficient choice for always-on systems, and the 8 GB of VRAM on the GPU is sufficient for general productivity tasks and light gaming.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 38149, with a percentile ranking of 86 among all CPUs. This places it in the top 14% of processors, a remarkable achievement for a mid-range part. The nearest rivals all have average scores within 0.3% of the i5-14490F, indicating a tight cluster of performance in this segment. The Cinebench R15 scores of 2318 multi-core and 327 single-core, the Cinebench R20 scores of 9660 multi-core and 1363 single-core, and the Cinebench R23 scores of 23000 multi-core and 3247 single-core provide a comprehensive view of the CPU's capability across different versions of the benchmark.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 16014, with a percentile ranking of 59 among all GPUs. This places it in the upper half of graphics cards, but not in the top tier. The nearest rivals include the RTX 3060 Ti with a deltaPct of -0.7%, meaning the RX 9060 is slightly faster than this NVIDIA card, and the Radeon R9 370X with a deltaPct of 1%, meaning the RX 9060 is 1% slower than this older AMD card. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3322 is a modern benchmark that reflects current gaming workloads, while the Geekbench OpenCL score of 88183 and Vulkan score of 39476 show a significant gap between these two APIs, suggesting that the GPU performs better in OpenCL workloads.

The combined percentile for this build is 73, which is a weighted average of the CPU and GPU percentiles. This indicates that the overall system is better than 73% of all desktop configurations, but the imbalance between the components means that the CPU is doing most of the heavy lifting. The Passmark GPU compute score of 9919 is lower than the CPU's Passmark multi-thread score of 28662, highlighting the CPU's dominance in compute tasks. The combined picture is of a system that is a CPU powerhouse with a competent but not exceptional GPU.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that pairs the Intel Core i5-14490F with the AMD Radeon RX 9060. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series, based on Raptor Lake architecture, and the GPU is a Navi 44-based card from the Radeon RX 9000 series, using RDNA 4.0 architecture. The combined percentile of 73 places this build in the upper-middle tier of desktop systems, with the CPU at the 86th percentile and the GPU at the 59th percentile.

The CPU's release date was December 31, 2023, and the GPU's release date was August 4, 2025, making this a pairing of a slightly older CPU with a newer GPU. The CPU is not multiplier unlocked, meaning it cannot be overclocked, while the GPU has an active production status. The system's class is desktop, and it uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform with PCIe Gen 5 support. The overall tier of this build is defined by the CPU's high performance and the GPU's mid-range performance, resulting in a system that is well-suited for productivity tasks but less so for high-end gaming.

The build's strengths lie in its CPU performance, which is in the top 14% of all processors, and its efficient power profile, with a 65 W CPU TDP and a 132 W GPU TDP. The GPU's 8 GB of VRAM and 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth are adequate for 1080p gaming but may be limiting at higher resolutions. The system is a balanced choice for users who need a powerful CPU for work and a capable GPU for occasional gaming or light creative tasks.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined percentile ranking of this CPU+GPU build?

A: The combined percentile for this build is 73, indicating it outperforms 73% of all desktop configurations.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has an average benchmark score of 38149, which is within 0.3% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, the Intel Core i5-13600KF, the AMD Ryzen 7 250, and the Intel Core i5-13600HX.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s.

Q: Does this CPU support overclocking?

A: No, the Intel Core i5-14490F has a locked multiplier, meaning it is not unlocked for overclocking.

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

A: The suggested PSU for the AMD Radeon RX 9060 is 300 W.

Q: What is the process node for the GPU?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process node.

Q: What is the CPU's L3 cache size?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the CPU's boost clock of 5.00 GHz and single-thread score of 3873 should enable high frame rates in esports titles, potentially exceeding 200 FPS, while the GPU's 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is sufficient for 60-100 FPS in AAA games at this resolution, though specific figures are not measured.

Streaming: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads, combined with its Passmark multi-thread score of 28662, provide ample headroom for software encoding while gaming, though the GPU's 59th percentile ranking suggests it may be the limiting factor for simultaneous gameplay and encoding at high settings.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 and the Passmark data compression score of 340026 indicate that this CPU can handle video encoding and rendering tasks efficiently, making it a strong choice for editing 4K footage in software like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.

3D rendering: The CPU's high multi-threaded performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9660, makes it a capable processor for CPU-based rendering in Blender or Maya, while the GPU's 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 performance can accelerate GPU-based renderers like Octane or V-Ray.

Software development: The Passmark integer math score of 87844 and extended instructions score of 21731 indicate strong performance in compilation and execution of code, making this build suitable for developers who compile large codebases or run virtualized environments.

Student and office work: The CPU's 65 W TDP and efficient design make it a quiet and power-efficient choice for daily productivity tasks, while the GPU's 8 GB of VRAM is more than sufficient for office applications, web browsing, and light photo editing, with the combined percentile of 73 ensuring a responsive system.