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Top 6% 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%
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GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14490F

38,149 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

49,957 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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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

1440p Ultra 4K High
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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# Intel Core i5-14490F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti: Benchmark Analysis

This pairing combines a 10-core Intel Raptor Lake desktop processor with a Blackwell-architecture NVIDIA graphics card, targeting the upper-midrange segment of the desktop market. The combined percentile rank of 86 places this configuration ahead of roughly 86% of all CPU and GPU pairings tracked in the database, though the individual components show different competitive positions within their respective categories. The CPU holds an 86th percentile rank among all processors, while the GPU also sits at the 86th percentile among all graphics cards, indicating a balanced overall platform with no extreme outliers in either direction.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which represents the final generation of processors supported on this socket. The CPU is built on the Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node from Intel, and it features a 215 mm² die size. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, giving builders flexibility in choosing between established and newer memory technologies. The platform does not support ECC memory, which limits its appeal for certain workstation and server applications that require error-correcting memory.

PCIe connectivity is provided through Gen 5 with 16 lanes available from the CPU, which is sufficient for a single high-bandwidth graphics card and offers headroom for next-generation NVMe storage. The RTX 5070 Ti utilizes a PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface, which matches the CPU's native PCIe Gen 5 support, ensuring the GPU can operate at full bandwidth without adapter limitations or lane sharing. The power delivery requirements are moderate for this class of hardware: the CPU has a 65 W TDP, while the GPU has a 300 W TDP. NVIDIA recommends a 700 W power supply for the RTX 5070 Ti, which provides adequate headroom for the combined system load including drives, cooling, and peripheral components.

The socket 1700 platform is at the end of its upgrade lifecycle, meaning the i5-14490F represents a final stop for this motherboard generation. A sensible next upgrade path would involve moving to a newer socket platform when the time comes, rather than attempting incremental CPU upgrades within the same socket family. The 65 W TDP of the CPU is modest, allowing for a capable air cooler without requiring elaborate liquid cooling solutions. The GPU's dual-slot design and 304 mm length require a case with sufficient clearance, and the 1x 16-pin power connector demands a power supply with the appropriate cable.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU delivers strong multi-threaded performance with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000, placing it in the upper echelon of desktop processors. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3247 indicates solid per-thread performance that handles everyday tasks and lightly-threaded applications well. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score of 9660 and single-core score of 1363 follow the expected scaling pattern from the R23 results. The older Cinebench R15 benchmark shows a multicore score of 2318 and single-core score of 327, maintaining consistency across benchmark generations.

PassMark results reinforce the CPU's balanced capabilities. The multithread score of 28662 and single-thread score of 3873 provide a comprehensive view of general computing performance. Integer math scores of 87844 and floating point math scores of 66558 indicate strong arithmetic processing capabilities, while the extended instructions score of 21731 shows solid SIMD performance. Data compression scores of 340026 and encryption scores of 18225 demonstrate capable throughput for data-intensive operations. The prime number finding score of 122 and physics score of 2093 are more moderate, suggesting that certain specialized workloads may not benefit as much from this processor's architecture.

The GPU benchmarks show a graphics card that performs well within its class. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6604 represents modern DirectX 12 gaming performance at high settings. Geekbench OpenCL score of 212363 and Vulkan score of 225122 indicate strong compute and graphics API performance respectively. PassMark G3D score of 32974 places the GPU in the upper range of graphics cards, while the G2D score of 1332 reflects 2D desktop and interface rendering performance. The combined picture shows a platform that excels in both CPU and GPU bound workloads, with the CPU's 86th percentile and GPU's 86th percentile aligning closely.

GPU Analysis

The RTX 5070 Ti is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process with 45,600 million transistors on a 378 mm² die. The GPU is equipped with 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 896.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This substantial VRAM capacity and bandwidth combination supports high-resolution textures and complex scenes without memory bottlenecks. The base clock of 2295 MHz and boost clock of 2452 MHz provide the processing foundation, with memory running at 1750 MHz or 28 Gbps effective.

The GPU contains 8960 shading units, 280 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units. Ray tracing is handled by 70 dedicated RT cores, while 280 tensor cores accelerate AI and machine learning workloads. The pixel rate of 235.4 GPixel/s and texture rate of 686.6 GTexel/s indicate high fill rates for rendering tasks. FP32 performance of 43.94 TFLOPS and matching FP16 performance at 1:1 ratio provide strong compute throughput for both gaming and content creation applications.

The benchmark scores reflect this hardware configuration. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6604 demonstrates capable DirectX 12 performance, while the Geekbench Vulkan score of 225122 suggests strong cross-platform graphics compute. PassMark G3D score of 32974 positions this GPU among high-end graphics cards, with the DirectX 11 score of 300 and DirectX 10 score of 192 showing expected scaling across API generations. The GPU's average benchmark score of 49957 places it very close to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001, delta of -0.1%), indicating similar overall performance, while it trails the RX 6900 XT (50951, delta of -2%) and leads the RX 6800 XT (48477, delta of 3.1%). For rendering workloads, the 16 GB VRAM capacity and 896 GB/s bandwidth provide ample resources for complex scenes, and the RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who need strong performance across both CPU and GPU intensive workloads without reaching the top-tier enthusiast segment. Gamers playing at 1440p or 4K resolution will benefit from the GPU's 16 GB VRAM and high memory bandwidth, while the CPU's 86th percentile performance ensures adequate frame pacing in CPU-bound scenarios. Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, or graphic design will find the combination of 10 CPU cores and the GPU's compute capabilities well-suited for their workflows.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the multi-threaded performance, with Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000 indicating strong parallel processing. Students in engineering or computer science programs can run simulations and compile code efficiently, while also having a capable gaming platform. Small business workstations that need to handle productivity suites, data analysis, and occasional 3D visualization will find this configuration provides responsive performance across diverse applications. The CPU's support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows builders to choose a memory type that fits their budget and performance requirements.

The GPU's 70 RT cores and 280 tensor cores make it suitable for AI development and machine learning experimentation, while the 16 GB VRAM accommodates moderately sized models. The combination of the CPU's 86th percentile and GPU's 86th percentile means neither component dramatically outclasses the other, creating a balanced platform that handles mixed workloads without significant bottlenecks.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14490F features 10 cores and 16 threads, combining performance and efficiency cores in a hybrid arrangement typical of Raptor Lake architecture. The base clock of 2.50 GHz boosts up to 5.00 GHz, providing a wide frequency range that balances power efficiency with peak performance. The CPU is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm², and it supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 memory. Cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache, providing ample fast storage for frequently accessed data.

The CPU's benchmark performance reflects its hybrid design. The PassMark multithread score of 28662 demonstrates strong parallel throughput, while the single-thread score of 3873 shows competitive per-core performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000 and single-core score of 3247 indicate that both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads perform well. Data encryption scores of 18225 and compression scores of 340026 suggest capable performance for security and data management tasks. The average benchmark score of 38149 places the CPU in tight competition with the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T (38194, delta of -0.1%) and the Intel Core i5-13600KF (38103, delta of 0.1%), showing near-identical overall performance to these alternatives.

The 65 W TDP makes this processor relatively power-efficient for its performance class, and the absence of integrated graphics (N/A) means a discrete GPU is mandatory for display output. The CPU is not multiplier unlocked, limiting overclocking potential, but the boost clock of 5.00 GHz already provides high single-thread performance. The Raptor Lake architecture with its hybrid core design excels in mixed workloads where some threads need high single-core performance and others benefit from parallel execution.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined percentile rank of this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 86, meaning this configuration performs better than approximately 86% of all tracked CPU and GPU pairings in the database.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5070 Ti have and what type is it?

A: The GPU features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 896.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: What memory types does the Intel Core i5-14490F support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, but does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the power supply recommendation for the RTX 5070 Ti?

A: NVIDIA recommends a 700 W power supply for the RTX 5070 Ti, which has a 300 W TDP and requires a 1x 16-pin power connector.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the Intel Core i5-13600KF in average benchmark score?

A: The i5-14490F has an average benchmark score of 38149, which is 0.1% higher than the i5-13600KF's score of 38103.

Q: What is the boost clock of the Intel Core i5-14490F?

A: The CPU has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz and a base clock of 2.50 GHz.

Q: Does the RTX 5070 Ti support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, the GPU includes 70 dedicated RT cores for hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1440p, the RTX 5070 Ti's 16 GB VRAM and 896 GB/s bandwidth handle modern game assets, while the CPU's 5.00 GHz boost clock keeps frame rates high in CPU-bound scenarios. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6604 indicates strong DirectX 12 performance for demanding titles.

Streaming on this platform benefits from both the CPU's multi-threading and the GPU's NVENC capabilities, though the CPU's PassMark multithread score of 28662 suggests it can handle encoding alongside gaming. The 70 RT cores provide dedicated ray tracing acceleration for games that support it.

Video editing workloads leverage the CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000 for timeline processing and export encoding, while the GPU's 43.94 TFLOPS FP32 performance accelerates effects and color grading. The 16 GB VRAM allows for large project files and multiple high-resolution video streams.

3D rendering in applications like Blender or Maya benefits from the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads for scene preparation and the GPU's compute capabilities for final frame rendering. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 212363 indicates strong GPU compute throughput for render engines that support it.

Software development tasks including compilation and testing benefit from the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, with the PassMark integer math score of 87844 showing capable arithmetic throughput. The support for DDR5 memory reduces compilation times for large projects.

Student and office workloads run comfortably on this hardware, with the CPU's single-thread score of 3873 providing responsive application performance and the GPU handling any graphics acceleration needs. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps power consumption moderate for prolonged use.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i5-14490F processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card. The CPU belongs to Intel's Core 14th Gen series based on Raptor Lake architecture, while the GPU is part of NVIDIA's GeForce 50-series based on Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The combined percentile of 86 places this pairing in the upper tier of all tracked configurations, with both components individually ranking at the 86th percentile among their respective categories.

The build targets high-performance gaming and content creation at a level below the absolute flagship tier. The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads provide solid multi-threading, while the GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 896 GB/s bandwidth handle high-resolution textures and complex rendering tasks. The platform supports DDR4 or DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, providing modern connectivity standards. The 65 W CPU TDP and 300 W GPU TDP require a 700 W power supply, making this a moderate power consumption build for its performance class.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU and GPU are closely matched in their percentile rankings, both at 86, indicating a well-balanced pairing for most workloads. The CPU's average benchmark score of 38149 and the GPU's average benchmark score of 49957 show both components performing at consistent levels relative to their respective markets. In gaming workloads, the GPU is typically the limiting factor at higher resolutions, but the CPU's strong single-thread performance of 3873 in PassMark ensures it can feed frames adequately at lower resolutions.

For CPU-intensive tasks like data compression (PassMark score of 340026) or encryption (18225), the processor handles the workload, and the GPU's compute capabilities (Geekbench OpenCL score of 212363) accelerate parallel tasks. In mixed workloads such as game streaming or simultaneous gaming and rendering, the balance between the 10-core CPU and the GPU's 8960 shading units prevents either component from becoming a significant bottleneck.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 300 W TDP create a power profile where the GPU dominates system power draw, but neither component's power requirements constrain the other. The PCIe 5.0 x16 interface on the GPU matches the CPU's 16 Gen 5 lanes, ensuring no bandwidth bottleneck between the two. The 24 MB L3 cache on the CPU and the 896 GB/s memory bandwidth on the GPU provide sufficient data throughput for most applications.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination of Intel Core i5-14490F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFpsUltraByGame entries for this pairing, so all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores of each component. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6604 and PassMark G3D score of 32974 indicate strong DirectX 12 gaming performance, while the CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3247 suggests adequate per-thread performance for game logic and physics.

Based on the GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 896 GB/s bandwidth, this system can be expected to handle modern games at 1440p and 4K resolutions with high texture quality settings. The 70 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced lighting and reflections in supported titles. The CPU's boost clock of 5.00 GHz and PassMark single-thread score of 3873 should prevent significant CPU bottlenecks in most games at standard refresh rates.

The GPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals provides context for gaming expectations. The RTX 5070 Ti's average score of 49957 is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001, delta of -0.1%) and slightly behind the RX 6900 XT (50951, delta of -2%), while leading the RX 6800 XT (48477, delta of 3.1%). These comparisons suggest that gaming frame rates will be competitive with these established high-end cards, with the advantage of newer architecture features like improved ray tracing and DLSS support. The CPU's performance closely matches the Intel Core i5-13600KF (38103, delta of 0.1%), indicating that games will perform similarly to systems built with that well-known gaming processor.