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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14490F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
92%
VS
GPU
91%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14490F

38,149 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050

21,035 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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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

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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

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i5-14490F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 pairing represents a desktop build targeting the mainstream performance segment. This analysis relies exclusively on the available benchmark data, which includes comprehensive CPU and GPU synthetic scores but no measured in-game frame rates for this specific combination. Consequently, all gaming performance discussions are estimates derived from the component benchmark scores and architectural characteristics.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14490F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured 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, drawing a 65 W TDP. The chip features a hybrid layout with 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 the CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The processor has no integrated graphics and is not multiplier-unlocked, indicating a locked multiplier for overclocking.

Benchmark results place this CPU at the 86th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 38149. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score reaches 23000, while the single-core score is 3247. These results indicate strong multi-threaded performance for a 65 W part, likely benefiting from the combination of performance and efficiency cores. The PassMark multi-thread score of 28662 and single-thread score of 3873 corroborate this positioning, showing the chip handles both heavily threaded workloads and lightly threaded tasks with competence.

The nearest rivals provide context for its standing. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T scores 38194, a delta of -0.1%, placing the i5-14490F essentially at parity. The Intel Core i5-13600KF scores 38103, a delta of 0.1%, again showing near-identical performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 250 scores 38221, a delta of -0.2%, and the Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 38261, a delta of -0.3%. The data shows the i5-14490F sits in a tightly contested performance band, with all four rivals within a 0.3% margin. For real workloads, this means users should expect virtually identical performance to these alternatives, with the choice likely coming down to platform features rather than raw compute.

Specific workload benchmarks reveal the chip's character. PassMark integer math scores 87844, while floating-point math scores 66558, suggesting a slight skew toward integer-heavy operations common in general productivity and code compilation. The extended instructions score of 21731 indicates robust SIMD capability, beneficial for multimedia encoding. Data compression scores 340026, while data encryption scores 18225, showing strong throughput in archiving tasks but more modest performance in cryptographic operations. The physics score of 2093 and find prime numbers score of 122 are lower, indicating that the chip's efficiency cores may not contribute equally to all workload types.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14490F compare to its closest rivals?

A: The i5-14490F has an average benchmark score of 38149. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, scores 38194, a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i5-13600KF scores 38103, the AMD Ryzen 7 250 scores 38221, and the Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 38261. All rivals fall within a 0.3% delta, indicating performance parity.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and bandwidth?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 2500 MHz, operating at 20 Gbps effective.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: No, the Intel Core i5-14490F has a locked multiplier, as indicated by the multiplierUnlocked field being false. The base clock is 2.50 GHz and boost clock is 5.00 GHz, but users cannot manually adjust the multiplier.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this build?

A: The combined percentile is 76, with the CPU at the 86th percentile and the GPU at the 66th percentile among all components. The average benchmark score for the CPU is 38149, and for the GPU it is 21035.

Q: What PCIe interface does the GPU use?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 uses a PCIe 5.0 x8 bus interface. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, so the GPU has sufficient bandwidth available.

Q: What is the GPU's transistor count and die size?

A: The RTX 5050 has 16,900 million transistors on a 149 mm² die, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. The transistor density is 113.4 million per mm².

Q: What APIs does the GPU support?

A: The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. These API versions enable modern rendering features and compatibility with current and upcoming titles.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the CPU and GPU is asymmetric when considering their percentile standings. The CPU sits at the 86th percentile, while the GPU rests at the 66th percentile. This 20-point gap suggests the processor has more headroom than the graphics card in most scenarios. In CPU-bound workloads, such as physics simulation or data compression, the processor's PassMark physics score of 2093 and data compression score of 340026 indicate it will not be the limiting factor. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 17326 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2502 are more modest, suggesting the graphics card will constrain performance in graphically intensive tasks.

For gaming workloads, the bottleneck is likely to be the GPU. The CPU's single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3247 and PassMark single-thread score of 3873, is sufficiently strong to feed the GPU in most titles. However, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus may limit performance at higher resolutions or with high texture settings. The GPU's pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s are moderate figures that will cap frame rates in demanding scenes.

In compute-heavy scenarios like 3D rendering, the balance shifts. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 provides solid CPU rendering throughput, while the GPU's FP32 performance of 13.17 TFLOPS offers parallel compute capability. The GPU's PassMark compute score of 9184 indicates it can accelerate certain workloads, but the CPU may still be the primary engine for many rendering tasks. The data suggests a generally balanced system where the GPU is the primary limiter in gaming, and the CPU holds its own in productivity tasks.

Who Should Build It

The target user for this build is a desktop enthusiast seeking a balanced system for 1080p and 1440p gaming, given the GPU's 66th percentile standing and the CPU's 86th percentile performance. Gamers at these resolutions will find the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth sufficient for most titles, though the 128-bit bus may limit extreme settings. The CPU's strong multi-threaded score of 23000 in Cinebench R23 supports gaming while streaming or running background tasks, making it suitable for content creators who game and capture simultaneously.

Content creators working with video editing will benefit from the CPU's PassMark multi-thread score of 28662 and the GPU's compute capabilities for accelerated effects. The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads handle timeline scrubbing and export tasks, while the GPU's 2560 shading units and 80 tensor cores assist with AI-enhanced features. Software developers will find the CPU's integer math score of 87844 useful for compilation, and the 16 threads enable parallel build processes.

Students and small business users building a workstation will appreciate the 65 W CPU TDP, which allows for modest cooling solutions, and the GPU's 130 W TDP with a suggested 300 W PSU, keeping system power requirements manageable. The CPU's support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory provides flexibility in memory selection, allowing builders to choose based on platform cost and availability. The lack of integrated graphics on the CPU means the discrete GPU is mandatory, but the RTX 5050's dual-slot design and single 8-pin power connector make it compatible with a wide range of cases and power supplies.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using the GB207 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. The GPU contains 16,900 million transistors on a 149 mm² die, with a density of 113.4 million transistors per mm². It has 2560 shading units, 80 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. The ray tracing hardware includes 20 RT cores, and the AI acceleration is provided by 80 tensor cores.

Clock speeds are set at a base of 2317 MHz and a boost of 2572 MHz. The memory subsystem consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, running at 2500 MHz with an effective speed of 20 Gbps, yielding a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. The pixel rate is 82.30 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 205.8 GTexel/s. FP32 compute reaches 13.17 TFLOPS, with FP16 matching at 13.17 TFLOPS in a 1:1 ratio.

Benchmark scores show the GPU at the 66th percentile among all graphics cards, with an average score of 21035. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 2502. Geekbench OpenCL scores 90334, and Vulkan scores 89381. PassMark results include a G3D score of 17326, a G2D score of 1113, and a compute score of 9184. The DirectX tests show scores of 103 for DX10, 150 for DX11, 66 for DX12, and 186 for DX9.

The nearest rivals highlight its performance class. The AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 21153, a delta of -0.6%. The AMD Radeon HD 8970M scores 21237, a delta of -1%. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT scores 20713, a delta of 1.6%, meaning the RTX 5050 outperforms it by that margin. The NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile scores 21379, a delta of -1.6%. These comparisons place the RTX 5050 in a competitive mid-range position, slightly above the RX 5600 XT but below several other rivals. For rendering, the 20 RT cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing, while the 80 tensor cores enable DLSS and other AI-based features, though the 8 GB VRAM may cap texture-heavy workloads.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows, so all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and component characteristics. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 17326 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2502 suggest it is a mid-range performer, capable of handling 1080p gaming with high settings in most titles. The 8 GB VRAM on a 128-bit bus provides 320.0 GB/s bandwidth, which is adequate for 1080p and entry-level 1440p gaming.

At 1080p, the CPU's single-thread score of 3873 in PassMark ensures the processor will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios. The GPU's 2560 shading units can deliver smooth frame rates in esports titles and moderately demanding games. For 1440p, the GPU's 66th percentile standing suggests users may need to adjust settings to maintain high frame rates, particularly in games that require more than 8 GB of VRAM. The pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s will be the limiting factors in resolution-heavy scenes.

The RTX 5050's ray tracing performance, supported by 20 RT cores, will enable ray-traced effects but may impact frame rates significantly. The 80 tensor cores provide DLSS capability, which can offset the ray tracing cost by rendering at a lower internal resolution and upscaling. Given the GPU's 1.6% performance advantage over the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, users can expect performance in a similar class to that card, with the caveat that architectural differences and driver optimizations may shift results in specific titles. Frame rates are estimates and should be validated with real-world testing.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, offering high-bandwidth connectivity for storage and expansion cards. The GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x8 interface, which is compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 support. The platform's memory flexibility allows builders to choose between DDR4 and DDR5 based on availability and cost, though the performance difference will depend on the specific memory modules used.

The CPU has a 65 W TDP, and the GPU has a 130 W TDP, with a suggested PSU of 300 W. This leaves considerable headroom for additional components such as storage drives, fans, and peripherals. The GPU requires a single 8-pin power connector and is a dual-slot design, fitting standard ATX cases. The CPU's locked multiplier prevents overclocking, but the 5.00 GHz boost clock provides high stock performance.

For a sensible next upgrade, users could consider increasing memory capacity or speed, given that the CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM may become a limitation for future games, so upgrading to a higher-tier GPU with more VRAM would be a logical step, provided the 300 W PSU is sufficient. The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support ensures that next-generation GPUs and NVMe drives will be compatible. The CPU's 86th percentile standing suggests it has longevity, and users may find the processor retains relevance for several years before a platform upgrade becomes necessary.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-14490F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 in a desktop configuration. The combined percentile is 76, indicating a system that outperforms roughly three-quarters of all builds in the database. The CPU's 86th percentile places it firmly in the upper mid-range, while the GPU's 66th percentile positions it in the mid-range segment. The combination creates a system where the processor has more headroom than the graphics card, resulting in a GPU-bound configuration for most gaming and graphics workloads.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 38149 and the GPU's average score of 21035 provide a combined picture of a system capable of handling productivity tasks with ease and gaming at moderate to high settings. The 65 W CPU TDP and 130 W GPU TDP make for a power-efficient build, with a suggested 300 W PSU providing ample headroom. The platform supports modern connectivity through PCIe Gen 5, and the GPU's Blackwell architecture brings current-generation features like ray tracing and tensor core acceleration.

The overall tier of this build is mainstream-to-upper-mid-range, suitable for users who want solid performance without extreme costs. The CPU's performance parity with rivals like the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T and Intel Core i5-13600KF means users are not sacrificing compute capability, while the GPU's competitive position against the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT ensures reasonable graphics performance. This build represents a balanced desktop system for general use and gaming.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark performance is anchored by its Cinebench results. The R15 multi-core score is 2318, with a single-core score of 327. The R20 multi-core score reaches 9660, and single-core scores 1363. The R23 multi-core score is 23000, with single-core at 3247. These results indicate strong scaling from single-core to multi-core workloads, with the multi-core score being approximately seven times the single-core score in R23. The PassMark suite shows a multi-thread score of 28662 and a single-thread score of 3873, with the average benchmark score being 38149.

The GPU's benchmark performance is led by its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2502. Geekbench OpenCL scores 90334, and Vulkan scores 89381. PassMark results show a G3D score of 17326, a G2D score of 1113, and a compute score of 9184. The average benchmark score for the GPU is 21035. The GPU's percentile of 66 indicates it outperforms two-thirds of all graphics cards, while the CPU's percentile of 86 shows it outperforms 86% of all processors.

The combined picture shows a CPU that is significantly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU. This disparity means the system's overall performance in GPU-bound tasks will be lower than its CPU-bound performance. The combined percentile of 76 reflects this balance, with the CPU's high standing pulling the overall score up, while the GPU's mid-range position tempers it. For users, this means the system excels at CPU-intensive tasks like compilation and rendering, while gaming performance will be determined by the GPU's capabilities.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU's 66th percentile and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2502 suggest it can drive high frame rates at 1080p in competitive titles, though the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus may limit performance in demanding games. The CPU's single-thread score of 3873 ensures it can keep up with the GPU's frame output.

Streaming: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000, provide sufficient headroom for encoding while gaming. The PassMark multi-thread score of 28662 supports concurrent workloads, making this build capable of streaming with minimal impact on game performance.

Video editing: The CPU's integer math score of 87844 and floating-point score of 66558 accelerate timeline operations and effects. The GPU's 80 tensor cores and 2560 shading units can accelerate video effects and AI features, though the 8 GB VRAM may limit preview quality with high-resolution footage.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R23 score of 23000 provides solid CPU-based rendering throughput. The GPU's FP32 performance of 13.17 TFLOPS and compute score of 9184 offer GPU-accelerated rendering options, though the 8 GB VRAM may limit scene complexity.

Software development: The CPU's 16 threads and integer math score of 87844 handle code compilation efficiently. The PassMark data compression score of 340026 supports rapid build and packaging tasks. The 65 W TDP allows for quiet operation during long compile sessions.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score of 3873 ensures responsive performance in everyday applications. The GPU's G2D score of 1113 provides smooth desktop rendering, and the system's combined percentile of 76 indicates it can handle office productivity, web browsing, and light creative work without issue. The 300 W PSU requirement keeps power consumption modest for a workstation environment.