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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14490F + Intel Arc A750

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92%

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91%

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Intel Core i5-14490F

38,149 Benchmark Score

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Intel Arc A750

20,582 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i5-14490F and Intel Arc A750 form a desktop pairing that targets the middle of the performance spectrum. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake Refresh part on Intel Socket 1700, while the GPU is an Alchemist-generation Arc 7 part with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. This analysis relies exclusively on the provided benchmark data, which shows no measured FPS rows for this exact combination; therefore, all frame rate discussion is estimated from the benchmark scores rather than direct measurements.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14490F is built on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R codename) using Intel’s 10 nm process node, with a die size of 215 mm². It packs 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. This CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU only. The integrated graphics are listed as N/A, so all display output must come from a discrete GPU. The TDP is 65 W, which is modest for a 10-core part, and the multiplier is not unlocked, meaning overclocking is not officially supported.

Benchmark results paint a clear picture of a strong multi-threaded performer. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 23000 multi-core and 3247 single-core. The R20 run shows 9660 multi-core and 1363 single-core, while R15 shows 2318 multi-core and 327 single-core. These numbers indicate that the 14490F excels in heavily threaded workloads such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The single-core scores are also competitive, which benefits everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications. PassMark results reinforce this: the CPU achieves 28662 in multithread, 3873 in single-thread, 87844 in integer math, 66558 in floating point math, and 340026 in data compression. The extended instructions score of 21731 suggests solid SIMD performance for scientific and engineering tasks. The CPU sits at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 38149.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the i5-14490F is essentially neck-and-neck with the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T (avg score 38194, deltaPct -0.1), meaning the 14490F is 0.1% behind. Against the Intel Core i5-13600KF (avg score 38103, deltaPct 0.1), the 14490F is 0.1% ahead. The AMD Ryzen 7 250 (avg score 38221, deltaPct -0.2) edges out the 14490F by 0.2%, and the Intel Core i5-13600HX (avg score 38261, deltaPct -0.3) is 0.3% ahead. These deltas are tiny, placing the 14490F in a tightly contested band where real-world differences are minimal. For multi-core workloads, the data shows the 14490F performing within a fraction of a percent of these rivals, making it a dependable choice for productivity without a clear winner among them.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate discussion here is estimated from the benchmark scores rather than direct measurements. The CPU’s single-thread score of 3247 in Cinebench R23 and 3873 in PassMark single-thread indicate it can feed a mid-range GPU without bottlenecking in most titles. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 12534 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2612 provide the basis for frame rate expectations.

For 1080p gaming, this pairing should handle most modern titles at high settings, though ultra settings may push the Arc A750 to its limits in demanding games. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K the memory capacity and bandwidth could become limiting factors. The CPU’s 86th percentile ranking suggests it will not be the primary constraint in gaming; rather, the GPU’s 66th percentile position will dictate performance ceilings. Estimated frame rates for esports titles like Counter-Strike 2 or Valorant would likely exceed 100 FPS at 1080p ultra, given the CPU’s strong single-thread performance and the GPU’s moderate compute power. For AAA titles at 1440p ultra, frame rates would likely fall into the 50-70 FPS range, depending on optimization. At 4K ultra, expect lower performance, possibly 30-50 FPS, as the GPU’s 17.20 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 8 GB VRAM become stressed.

It is important to note that these are estimates, not measured results. The absence of measured FPS rows means the data cannot confirm specific frame rates, but the benchmark scores suggest a viable 1080p gaming system with headroom for 1440p at reduced settings.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU delivers an average benchmark score of 38149, placing it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs. This is a strong result, indicating the 14490F outperforms roughly 86% of CPUs in the database. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 20582, placing it at the 66th percentile among all GPUs, which is a mid-range position. The combined percentile for this build is 76, reflecting a balanced pairing where the CPU is notably stronger than the GPU.

In specific CPU benchmarks, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 demonstrates excellent rendering capability, while the single-core score of 3247 ensures snappy performance in single-threaded tasks. PassMark results show the CPU excelling in data compression (340026), integer math (87844), and floating point math (66558), but the find prime numbers score of 122 is relatively low, indicating weaker performance in that specific algorithm. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 12534 is its primary gaming metric, while the Geekbench OpenCL score of 98554 and Vulkan score of 85631 highlight compute potential. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2612 is a modern DirectX 12 benchmark, and the PassMark DirectX scores (65 for DX10, 72 for DX11, 70 for DX12, 181 for DX9) show the GPU handles older APIs well but is not exceptional in any.

The combined picture shows a CPU that is 20 percentage points higher in percentile than the GPU. This means the CPU is overkill for the GPU in some workloads, but it also ensures that the GPU is the limiting factor in gaming. For productivity tasks that rely on CPU multi-threading, the 14490F will perform admirably, while the GPU will handle graphics acceleration adequately but not spectacularly.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14490F uses Intel Socket 1700, which is the platform for 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Core processors. This socket supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in memory choice. The CPU supports dual-channel memory, and while the FACT PACK does not specify a maximum memory speed, the support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means users can choose based on budget and availability. PCIe Gen 5 is available with 16 lanes from the CPU, which is forward-looking for storage and GPUs, though the Arc A750 itself uses PCIe 4.0 x16.

The GPU has a TDP of 225 W, and the suggested PSU is 550 W, which provides ample headroom when paired with the 65 W CPU. This means a 550 W power supply is sufficient for the entire system, leaving room for drives and other components. The GPU requires a 1x 6-pin plus 1x 8-pin power connector, which is standard for mid-range cards.

For a sensible next upgrade, the data suggests the GPU is the weaker component (66th percentile vs. CPU’s 86th). Upgrading the GPU to a higher-tier card would better utilize the CPU’s multi-threaded power in gaming. Alternatively, adding more memory or faster storage would not address the bottleneck, as the CPU and GPU are already well-matched for their respective percentiles. The socket supports newer 14th gen CPUs, so a future CPU upgrade could go to a higher-core-count part, but the 14490F’s performance is already strong enough that such an upgrade would yield diminishing returns unless the GPU is also upgraded.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A750 is based on the Xe-HPG architecture (Alchemist generation, Arc 7) and uses TSMC’s 6 nm process with 21,700 million transistors on a 406 mm² die. It has 3584 shading units, 224 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, along with 28 ray tracing cores. The GPU does not have tensor cores listed, but it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The base clock is 2050 MHz with a boost clock of 2400 MHz, and the memory runs at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is solid for 1080p and 1440p gaming.

The pixel rate is 268.8 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 537.6 GTexel/s, indicating the GPU can handle high-resolution textures and effects. The FP32 performance is 17.20 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 34.41 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio). These numbers place the Arc A750 in the mid-range GPU tier, as confirmed by its 66th percentile ranking. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2612 is a modern benchmark result, and the PassMark G3D score of 12534 is a broader measure of graphics performance. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 98554 and Vulkan score of 85631 show the GPU is capable in compute workloads, which is useful for rendering and AI inference tasks.

The GPU’s nearest rival is the Intel Arc B570 with an average score of 20556 and a deltaPct of 0.1%, meaning the A750 is 0.1% ahead. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (avg score 20534, deltaPct 0.2%) is 0.2% behind, while the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (avg score 20662, deltaPct -0.4%) is 0.4% ahead, and the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (avg score 20480, deltaPct 0.5%) is 0.5% behind. These close margins mean the A750 is competitive with these specific rivals, though the R9 M390X is a much older part, suggesting the A750’s performance is roughly comparable to a mid-range GPU from several generations ago.

Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing is suited for users who need strong multi-threaded CPU performance for productivity but do not require top-tier GPU power. The CPU’s 86th percentile ranking makes it ideal for content creators, software developers, and small business workstations that run compilation, rendering, or data analysis tasks. The GPU’s 66th percentile means it can handle light to moderate gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads, but it is not aimed at enthusiasts seeking maximum frame rates.

Specifically, gamers at 1080p resolution will find this build capable of running modern titles at high settings, with estimated frame rates in the 60-100 FPS range depending on the game. At 1440p, the GPU will struggle at ultra settings but can handle medium settings comfortably. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000, which is excellent for these tasks. Software developers will appreciate the PassMark multithread score of 28662 and data compression score of 340026, which speed up code compilation and data processing. Students and office workers will find the system more than adequate for everyday tasks, though the discrete GPU is unnecessary for basic office work.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the Arc A750’s PassMark G3D score of 12534 and the CPU’s single-thread strength suggest frame rates well above 60 FPS in most titles, possibly reaching 100+ FPS in esports games. However, the lack of measured FPS means these are estimates, and ultra settings may require adjustments to maintain high refresh rates.

Streaming: The CPU’s 10 cores and 16 threads, combined with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000, provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The GPU’s 28 ray tracing cores and 17.20 TFLOPS FP32 performance can assist with video encoding, though dedicated encoder hardware is not specified in the data.

Video editing: The CPU excels in this workload, with PassMark multithread score of 28662 and floating point math score of 66558, which accelerate rendering and effects. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p editing timelines, though 4K may be limiting.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 and R20 score of 9660 indicate the CPU is well-suited for CPU-based rendering. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2612 and OpenCL score of 98554 show it can contribute to GPU-accelerated rendering, but it is not a top-tier renderer.

Software development: The CPU’s integer math score of 87844 and data compression score of 340026 speed up compilation and database operations. The multithread score of 28662 ensures parallel builds are efficient. The GPU is less relevant here, but its compute scores can assist with testing GPU code.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-thread score of 3873 in PassMark ensures snappy application load times and smooth multitasking. The GPU is overkill for this scenario, but the system is fully capable of handling spreadsheets, word processing, and web browsing without issue.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: How much VRAM does the Arc A750 have and what is its bandwidth?

A: The Arc A750 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, with 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth and a memory clock of 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective).

Q: What is the CPU’s percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The CPU is at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 38149.

Q: Does the FACT PACK include measured FPS for this build?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate figures are estimates based on benchmark scores.

Q: What is the GPU’s average benchmark score and percentile?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 20582 and is at the 66th percentile among all GPUs.

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

A: The suggested PSU for the Arc A750 is 550 W, while the GPU’s TDP is 225 W and the CPU’s TDP is 65 W.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: No, the FACT PACK lists ECC memory as false for the Intel Core i5-14490F.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a clear imbalance between the CPU and GPU in terms of percentile rankings. The CPU sits at the 86th percentile, while the GPU is at the 66th percentile. This 20-point gap indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor in most gaming and graphics workloads. In CPU-heavy tasks such as rendering, compilation, or data processing, the CPU will perform at a high level, but the GPU will cap frame rates in games. The PassMark multithread score of 28662 versus the GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 12534 illustrates this divide: the CPU is nearly 2.3 times stronger in its primary benchmark than the GPU in its primary benchmark. For gaming, the GPU’s 66th percentile means it will struggle to keep up with the CPU’s ability to feed frames, resulting in the GPU being the bottleneck. In contrast, for productivity tasks that do not rely heavily on graphics, the CPU will dominate and the GPU will be largely idle. Upgrading the GPU would be the most effective way to improve gaming performance, as the CPU has headroom to support a faster graphics card.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build (buildClass: desktop) that pairs the Intel Core i5-14490F with the Intel Arc A750. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake Refresh part on Intel Socket 1700, with a TDP of 65 W and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The GPU is an Alchemist-generation Arc 7 part with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, a 256-bit bus, and 17.20 TFLOPS FP32 performance. The combined percentile for this build is 76, placing it in the upper-mid range of all systems. The CPU’s 86th percentile is significantly higher than the GPU’s 66th percentile, indicating a CPU-heavy configuration that excels in productivity but is balanced by a mid-range GPU for gaming. The overall tier is solid for 1080p gaming and professional workloads, with the CPU providing exceptional multi-threaded power and the GPU offering adequate graphics acceleration for most users.

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