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PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14490F

38,149 Benchmark Score

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Intel Arc A770

68,809 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i5-14490F and Intel Arc A770 pairing represents a desktop build centered on a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake processor and a high-end Alchemist graphics card. The CPU, part of the Core 14th Gen series, operates on the Intel Socket 1700 platform and is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a 215 mm² die. Its architecture, Raptor Lake-R, provides a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The chip has no integrated graphics, making the discrete GPU essential.

The GPU side features the Intel Arc A770, built on the Xe-HPG architecture with the DG2-512 chip, fabricated by TSMC on a 6 nm process. This die contains 21,700 million transistors across 406 mm². The card operates with a base clock of 2100 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, paired with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. It includes 4096 shading units, 256 TMUs, 128 ROPs, and 32 ray tracing cores. The GPU's FP32 performance is 19.66 TFLOPS, with FP16 reaching 39.32 TFLOPS via a 2:1 ratio. The card has a TDP of 225 W and requires a 550 W power supply, plugged in via one 6-pin and one 8-pin connector.

CPU Analysis

The Core i5-14490F's benchmark results position it as a strong multi-threaded performer. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000 and single-core score of 3247 indicate substantial capability for both parallel and single-threaded workloads. The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 38149, placing it in the 86th percentile among all CPUs. This percentile ranking means the processor outperforms the vast majority of desktop chips available, making it a high-tier part for its segment.

Comparing to its nearest rivals, the data shows a tightly contested field. The i5-14490F scores 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-13600KF (38103), effectively a statistical tie, yet 0.3% lower than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T (38194) and 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (38221). The deltaPct values are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning that in practical terms, these processors deliver nearly identical aggregate performance. The i5-13600HX (38261) is also close, trailing the i5-14490F by 0.3%. This clustering suggests that the i5-14490F is neither a clear winner nor loser among its direct competitors; instead, it sits within a performance envelope where differences are negligible for most applications.

The PassMark sub-tests reveal the CPU's specific strengths. The integer math score of 87844 and floating-point math score of 66558 demonstrate robust arithmetic processing capabilities. Data compression performance is notably high at 340026, indicating that archiving and file management tasks will execute swiftly. The multithread score of 28662 aligns with the Cinebench results, confirming the 16 threads are effectively utilized. Conversely, the single-thread score of 3873 on PassMark is respectable but not class-leading, which contextualizes the gaming performance where single-core speed often matters most. The physics score of 2093 and the find prime numbers score of 122 are lower, but these represent niche workloads less relevant to typical user tasks.

For real workloads, these numbers translate to a processor that handles compilation, video encoding, and 3D rendering with ease. The 10 cores and 16 threads provide ample parallelism for modern software that scales across cores. The 24 MB L3 cache helps with data reuse in complex computations. The boost clock of 5.00 GHz ensures that lightly-threaded tasks, such as office applications or legacy software, still receive strong per-core performance. The lack of integrated graphics is a minor consideration given the mandatory presence of the discrete GPU in this build.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3247 is sufficient to feed high frame rates in most titles, but the absence of measured FPS data means expectations must be drawn from the benchmark scores. The GPU's 90th percentile ranking suggests it can handle demanding resolutions, yet for 1080p high-refresh gaming, the CPU's single-thread score of 3873 on PassMark indicates it will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios, though some esports titles may see CPU limits at extreme frame rates.

Streaming: The 16 threads of the i5-14490F provide headroom for encoding while gaming. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9660 and R15 multicore score of 2318 show that the CPU can handle simultaneous encoding and game logic. The PassMark data compression score of 340026 is relevant here, as streaming software often compresses video data, and this high score suggests minimal performance impact during broadcasts.

Video editing: Multi-core performance is critical for timeline scrubbing and export rendering. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000 places this CPU well above average, allowing for smooth preview playback and faster-than-real-time exports in most editors. The floating-point math score of 66558 further supports color grading and effect processing, which rely on intensive arithmetic operations.

3D rendering: The i5-14490F excels in CPU-based rendering workloads. The Cinebench scores, particularly the R23 multicore result, directly correlate with render times in applications like Blender or V-Ray. The 86th percentile ranking means this CPU will complete renders faster than 86% of all CPUs in the database, making it a viable choice for hobbyist and semi-professional rendering tasks.

Software development: Compilation is a heavily multi-threaded task. The PassMark multithread score of 28662 and integer math score of 87844 indicate that code compilation, which relies on integer operations, will proceed efficiently. The 24 MB L3 cache helps with large codebases that exceed smaller cache sizes. The single-thread performance also ensures responsive IDE interactions and fast indexing.

Student and office work: For document processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing, the CPU is vastly overprovisioned. The single-thread score of 3247 on Cinebench R23 ensures instant response in everyday applications. The low 65 W TDP means the system will run cool and quiet, making it suitable for dorm rooms or shared spaces where noise is a concern. The dual-channel memory support, whether DDR4 or DDR5, provides sufficient bandwidth for these lighter tasks.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty, and `dataIsMeasured` is false. Therefore, all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the individual components. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2969 and its 90th percentile ranking suggest strong DirectX 12 performance, which is the foundation for modern game titles. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 109175 and Vulkan score of 94284 further indicate that the GPU's compute capabilities are robust, which benefits games that utilize asynchronous compute.

For gaming at 1080p, the combination of the CPU's single-core strength and the GPU's raw throughput should yield high frame rates in most titles. The CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 3873 is above average, meaning it can keep up with the GPU's frame generation. However, at 1440p, the GPU becomes the more significant factor. The Arc A770's 16 GB of VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth provide ample memory for high-resolution textures, which is critical at this resolution. At 4K, the GPU's FP32 performance of 19.66 TFLOPS will be tested, and frame rates will likely drop below 60 FPS in very demanding games, but the 16 GB memory buffer prevents texture streaming issues.

The absence of measured FPS means these expectations must be treated as directional rather than definitive. The estimated performance suggests that for 1080p and 1440p gaming, this build will deliver a smooth experience at high settings, while 4K gaming will require adjustments to settings for playable frame rates. The GPU's ray tracing cores (32) provide hardware support for ray-traced effects, but the performance impact will vary by title, and the lack of measured data prevents precise quantification.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the CPU and GPU is well-matched for most workloads, but the data reveals where each component dominates. The CPU's 86th percentile and the GPU's 90th percentile are close, indicating that neither component dramatically outclasses the other. In CPU-bound tasks like physics simulations (PassMark physics score of 2093) or data encryption (18225), the i5-14490F will be the limiting factor, as these tasks rely heavily on the processor's arithmetic and logic units.

Conversely, in GPU-bound tasks such as 3D rendering with ray tracing or high-resolution gaming, the Arc A770 will be the primary constraint. The GPU's pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 614.4 GTexel/s are substantial, but the absence of measured FPS scaling means we cannot determine exactly where the crossover point lies. The combined percentile of 88 for the entire build suggests that overall, the system performs at a high level, but the bottleneck shifts depending on the workload.

The memory configuration plays a role in this balance. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5, and the choice will affect performance. With DDR4, memory bandwidth may become a limiting factor in CPU-intensive tasks, potentially reducing the effective performance of the 10 cores. With DDR5, the higher bandwidth allows the CPU to operate closer to its theoretical maximum. The GPU, with its dedicated 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth, is less dependent on system memory, but the CPU-to-GPU data transfer over PCIe Gen 5 (CPU) and PCIe 4.0 (GPU) is sufficient to avoid bottlenecks in most scenarios.

The TDP figures also inform the balance. The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 225 W TDP mean the GPU consumes over three times the power of the CPU. This suggests that in gaming and rendering workloads, the GPU is the dominant power consumer and likely the primary heat source, requiring adequate cooling. The suggested PSU of 550 W provides headroom for both components under full load, but the power distribution indicates that the GPU is the more demanding component.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's multicore performance compared to its closest rival?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F scores 23000 in Cinebench R23 multicore, and its average benchmark score of 38149 is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-13600KF (38103), but 0.1% lower than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T (38194) and 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (38221).

Q: Does the GPU have enough VRAM for high-resolution gaming?

A: Yes, the Intel Arc A770 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This capacity is sufficient for high-resolution textures at 1440p and 4K, though performance at 4K will be limited by the GPU's compute throughput.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance?

A: The CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3247 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3873. These scores indicate solid per-core performance, suitable for gaming and everyday tasks.

Q: Is the GPU's ray tracing performance competitive?

A: The GPU includes 32 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2). Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2969 suggests strong rasterization performance, but ray tracing performance is not directly measured in the FACT PACK.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The choice between them will affect memory bandwidth and overall system performance, with DDR5 offering higher bandwidth.

Q: What is the GPU's power requirement?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 225 W and requires a power supply of at least 550 W. It connects via one 6-pin and one 8-pin power connector.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to the Intel Core i5-13600HX?

A: The i5-14490F's average benchmark score of 38149 is 0.3% higher than the Intel Core i5-13600HX's score of 38261, meaning the i5-14490F is marginally faster on average.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need balanced performance for both CPU-intensive and GPU-intensive tasks. Gamers at 1440p will find the Arc A770's 16 GB VRAM and 90th percentile ranking well-suited for high settings, while the i5-14490F's single-core score of 3247 (Cinebench R23) ensures smooth frame pacing. For 1080p gamers seeking high refresh rates, the CPU's 10 cores and 5.00 GHz boost clock provide ample headroom, though esports titles may be CPU-limited. Content creators, particularly video editors and 3D renderers, benefit from the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000, which accelerates export and render times. Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the PassMark integer math score of 87844 and the multithread score of 28662, which translate to faster build times.

Students and small business workstations for office work are also viable targets. The CPU's 65 W TDP keeps power consumption low, and the performance is vastly overprovisioned for document editing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The lack of integrated graphics is irrelevant here because the discrete GPU is always present. However, the GPU's end-of-life production status means this build is not future-proof in terms of GPU supply, but the hardware itself remains capable. The desktop class designation confirms this is a stationary system, suitable for home offices or dedicated workstations rather than portable use.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which is the same socket used by other 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors. This provides a clear upgrade path within the same generation: users can move to a higher-core-count 14th Gen chip if they need more threads for rendering or virtual machines. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, so the motherboard choice dictates the memory type. For future upgrades, DDR5 offers higher bandwidth, potentially improving CPU-bound tasks. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, but the Arc A770 uses PCIe 4.0 x16, meaning the GPU runs at the lower standard. A future GPU upgrade to a PCIe 5.0 card would leverage the CPU's lanes, though the current GPU does not.

The GPU's upgrade path is more constrained. The Arc A770 is marked as end-of-life with a successor of Battlemage, indicating that future driver support will eventually taper off. The GPU uses a 6-pin and 8-pin power connector, and its 225 W TDP is well within the 550 W suggested PSU. A more powerful GPU in the future would likely require a higher-wattage PSU, but the current 550 W unit provides headroom for the CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 225 W TDP. The dual-slot form factor and PCIe 4.0 interface mean most modern motherboards and cases will accommodate it. The sensible next upgrade for this build would be a GPU with higher compute performance, as the CPU's 86th percentile ranking suggests it has headroom to feed a faster graphics card. Alternatively, upgrading the CPU to a higher-core 14th Gen part would benefit CPU-bound tasks like rendering, but the current CPU already performs well in these areas.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i5-14490F with the Intel Arc A770. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series, built on Raptor Lake architecture. The GPU is Intel's Arc A770, based on the Xe-HPG architecture with the DG2-512 chip. The combined percentile for this pairing is 88, placing it in the top 12% of all builds in the database. This indicates a high-tier system capable of handling demanding workloads in both CPU and GPU domains.

The CPU's percentile of 86 and the GPU's percentile of 90 are both above average, with the GPU slightly higher. This suggests the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, but the CPU is not far behind. The average benchmark scores support this: the CPU's 38149 and the GPU's 68809 are both substantial figures. The build is best characterized as a high-performance desktop for gaming and content creation, with a slight emphasis on GPU-heavy tasks given the GPU's higher percentile ranking. The end-of-life status of the GPU is a caveat, but it does not diminish the current performance capabilities.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark results are led by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000 and a single-core score of 3247. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 9660 and single-core is 1363. The PassMark suite shows a multithread score of 28662 and a single-thread score of 3873. The average benchmark score for the CPU is 38149, placing it in the 86th percentile. The GPU's benchmarks include a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2969, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 109175, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 94284. The GPU's average benchmark score is 68809, placing it in the 90th percentile.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU is relatively stronger than the CPU. The GPU's 90th percentile is four points higher than the CPU's 86th percentile. This means that in GPU-bound workloads, the system performs in the top 10% of all systems, while in CPU-bound workloads, it performs in the top 14%. The combined percentile of 88 reflects this balance, indicating that the overall system performance is consistently high across different task types. The nearest rivals for the GPU include the NVIDIA CMP 90HX (69000, -0.3% delta), AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 (68562, +0.4% delta), AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 (69870, -1.5% delta), and NVIDIA Quadro P6000 (69986, -1.7% delta). These comparisons show the Arc A770 performing within 2% of these professional and mining-oriented cards, which is notable for a consumer gaming GPU.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A770 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture with the DG2-512 chip, fabricated by TSMC on a 6 nm process. The die contains 21,700 million transistors across 406 mm², yielding a transistor density of 53.4 million per mm². The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is generous, exceeding the capacity of many competing cards at its launch and ensuring headroom for high-resolution textures and future game requirements. The memory clock is 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU's compute resources include 4096 shading units, 256 TMUs, and 128 ROPs. The FP32 performance is 19.66 TFLOPS, with FP16 reaching 39.32 TFLOPS via a 2:1 ratio. The pixel rate is 307.2 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 614.4 GTexel/s. These figures indicate strong rasterization capabilities, supported by the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2969. The GPU also includes 32 ray tracing cores, providing hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though performance in this area is not directly benchmarked in the FACT PACK.

For rendering workloads, the GPU's FP32 and FP16 performance are critical. The 19.66 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput allows for real-time effects in games and accelerates compute tasks in applications that leverage GPU acceleration. The FP16 performance of 39.32 TFLOPS is particularly useful for AI inference and certain rendering techniques that use half-precision arithmetic. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 109175 reflects strong general-purpose compute performance, while the Vulkan score of 94284 indicates good driver optimization for Vulkan-based games. The GPU's 90th percentile ranking means it outperforms 90% of all GPUs in the database, making it a high-end part. Its nearest rivals are professional and mining cards, which underscores its positioning as a premium consumer GPU. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 2.0, supporting modern high-refresh monitors. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with current and upcoming APIs.

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