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88%
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98%
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Intel Core i5-14500T

28,065 Benchmark Score
Top 12% Market Ranking
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77,712 Benchmark Score
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# Intel Core i5-14500T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D: A High-Capability Desktop Pairing

This combination pairs Intel's 14-core, 20-thread Raptor Lake-R processor with NVIDIA's flagship Blackwell 2.0 GPU, the RTX 5090 D. The CPU delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,790 and a single-core score of 1,838, while the GPU posts a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14,326 and a Passmark G3D score of 44,065. Together, they form a desktop build with a combined percentile of 86 among all systems, positioning it firmly in the upper tier of performance hardware, though the CPU's 35W TDP and the GPU's 575W TDP create a notable power asymmetry.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The RTX 5090 D is the dominant force here, with a 92nd percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus provides 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for pushing high frame rates at demanding resolutions. The CPU's single-core performance, measured at 1,838 in Cinebench R23 and 2,229 in Geekbench, ensures that game logic and draw calls are handled without presenting a major bottleneck in most titles, though the processor's efficiency-focused design may limit absolute maximum FPS in CPU-bound scenarios.

Streaming: The combination of 14 cores and 20 threads on the i5-14500T provides substantial headroom for encoding and broadcasting while gaming. The CPU's Passmark multi-thread score of 22,910 suggests it can handle concurrent workloads, and the GPU's 680 tensor cores and 170 RT cores can offload encoding and AI-enhanced streaming effects. The UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU offers a fallback for Quick Sync encoding, though the discrete GPU's capabilities far exceed this.

Video Editing: Multi-core performance is solid for rendering timelines and applying effects. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8,177 and Geekbench multi-core score of 11,894 indicate strong parallel processing for export tasks. The GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 28,396 Passmark GPU compute score accelerate effects, color grading, and render previews. The 32 GB VRAM is exceptional for holding large timelines, high-resolution source footage, and complex compositing operations without spilling to system memory.

3D Rendering: The RTX 5090 D excels in this workload, with its 21,760 shading units and 680 texture mapping units delivering a texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 14,326 reflects strong DX12 rendering performance. The CPU's 11,790 Cinebench R23 multi-core score provides adequate geometry processing and scene setup, though for heavy CPU-based rendering, users may find the 35W TDP limits sustained all-core throughput compared to higher-power desktop processors.

Software Development: The 14 cores (likely a mix of performance and efficiency cores given the Raptor Lake architecture) and 20 threads handle compilation and parallel build tasks efficiently. The Passmark integer math score of 80,922 and floating point math score of 58,869 indicate robust number-crunching for code compilation and testing. The dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives builders flexibility in platform configuration.

Student and Office Work: For everyday productivity, this system is overwhelmingly overprovisioned. The single-thread Passmark score of 3,736 ensures snappy responsiveness in office applications, and the data encryption score of 15,410 indicates fast file encryption and decryption. The 35W CPU TDP means the processor sips power during light loads, making it an efficient choice for prolonged academic work sessions, while the GPU remains idle for non-graphics tasks.

GPU Analysis

The RTX 5090 D is built on the GB202 chip using TSMC's 5 nm process, packing 92,200 million transistors across a 750 mm² die. This transistor density of 122.9 million per square millimeter enables the massive 21,760 shading units and 176 ROPs. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz and boosts to 2407 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus yields 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth, which is critical for high-resolution textures and large datasets.

Ray tracing and tensor hardware are extensive: 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores. The RT cores handle hardware-accelerated ray tracing, while the tensor cores drive DLSS and other AI-based features. The FP32 throughput of 104.8 TFLOPS, paired with FP16 at the same 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio), provides compute flexibility. The pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s indicate the GPU can fill and texture frames at extremely high rates, which is essential for 4K and high-refresh gaming.

The benchmark scores reinforce this. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14,326 places the GPU in the 92nd percentile, and the Geekbench Vulkan score of 376,915 is notably higher than the OpenCL score of 310,674, suggesting strong API-specific optimization. The Passmark G3D score of 44,065 is the headline graphics metric, while the GPU compute score of 28,396 reflects parallel processing capability. The nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (1.1% higher average score) and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (1.6% lower), which are both mobile parts—this desktop GPU sits in a distinct performance class above typical laptop hardware.

For rendering workloads, the 32 GB VRAM is a defining feature. It allows entire scenes with high-resolution textures and complex geometry to reside in GPU memory, reducing PCIe transfers. The 680 tensor cores accelerate AI denoising and upscaling, and the 170 RT cores handle ray-traced effects. The 1.79 TB/s bandwidth ensures texture streaming and compute kernels are not memory-starved. The dual-slot design and 1x 16-pin power connector indicate a high-power card, with a 575W TDP that demands robust power delivery.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 28,065, placing it in the 80th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are closely matched: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE scores 28,054 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G scores 28,032 (0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i9-12900H scores 28,003 (0.2% delta). The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 scores 28,128 (-0.2% delta), meaning the i5-14500T is within 0.2% of all four rivals—a tightly contested performance band. This indicates the CPU's overall capability is on par with these alternatives, despite differences in core counts and clocks.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 77,712, placing it in the 92nd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT with 76,904 (1.1% higher), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT with 78,940 (1.6% lower), the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB with 79,396 (2.1% lower), and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB with 79,605 (2.4% lower). The GPU is thus bracketed within a 3.5% range of these comparables, though the Tesla P100s are data-center parts with different design goals.

The combined picture shows a system with an 86th percentile combined score. The GPU is the clear performance leader in its percentile ranking (92 vs. 80 for the CPU), which means the processor is the more likely constraint in graphics-heavy workloads. The CPU's Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2,022 and single-core score of 252 demonstrate generationally competitive performance, while the Geekbench multi-core score of 11,894 and single-core score of 2,229 align with the 80th percentile position. The Passmark multi-thread score of 22,910 and single-thread score of 3,736 further substantiate the CPU's mid-to-upper tier standing.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination—the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this pairing. Therefore, all frame rate expectations here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not direct measurements. The GPU's 92nd percentile ranking and the CPU's 80th percentile ranking suggest that in GPU-bound scenarios at high resolutions, the RTX 5090 D will deliver very high frame rates, while at lower resolutions with CPU-bound workloads, the i5-14500T may cap performance.

At 4K resolution, the GPU's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are sufficient for ultra-quality textures and ray tracing. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 14,326 and Passmark G3D score of 44,065 indicate the GPU can handle demanding DX12 titles, though exact FPS will vary by game. At 1440p, the CPU's single-core score of 1,838 in Cinebench R23 and 3,736 in Passmark single-thread may become more relevant, as lower resolution shifts the bottleneck toward the processor. At 1080p, the CPU's 80th percentile ranking suggests it will cap frame rates in esports titles, potentially limiting the GPU's full potential in high-refresh scenarios.

The GPU's 170 RT cores enable ray-traced effects, but the performance impact depends on the game's implementation. The 680 tensor cores support DLSS, which can boost frame rates in supported titles. The lack of measured FPS data means these are qualitative expectations, not verified results, and users should consult game-specific benchmarks for precise figures.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. This provides flexibility for builders choosing memory technology, though the choice affects platform cost and performance. The CPU's PCIe support is Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), which is compatible with the GPU's PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface, allowing full bandwidth for the RTX 5090 D.

The GPU's power requirements are substantial: a 575W TDP with a suggested 950W power supply. The 1x 16-pin power connector is the sole input, so the PSU must support this connector type. The dual-slot form factor (304 mm length, 137 mm height, 48 mm width) requires adequate case clearance. The CPU's 35W TDP is remarkably low for a 14-core processor, which means the cooling solution for the CPU can be modest, but the GPU's 575W TDP dominates thermal and power considerations.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-TDP CPU on the same socket, such as a more powerful Raptor Lake part, to better balance the system's compute capability with the GPU. However, the memory support (DDR4 or DDR5) and motherboard choice would dictate the specific upgrade path. The GPU's successor is listed in the database as GeForce 60, but the RTX 5090 D remains an active, current product. The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support ensures the GPU operates at full bandwidth, and the 16 CPU PCIe lanes are fully utilized by the x16 GPU slot.

Who Should Build It

Gamers at 4K Resolution: The RTX 5090 D's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are designed for 4K ultra settings. The 92nd percentile GPU ranking ensures high frame rates in most titles, though the CPU's 80th percentile may limit frame rates in CPU-bound games.

Content Creators and Video Editors: The combination of 20 threads and GPU compute acceleration (104.8 TFLOPS FP32) is well-suited for 4K video editing, color grading, and effects work. The 32 GB VRAM allows large timelines and complex compositions to reside in GPU memory.

3D Artists and Renderers: The GPU's 21,760 shading units and 680 tensor cores accelerate both rasterization and AI-based rendering tasks. The 170 RT cores handle ray tracing, and the 104.8 TFLOPS FP16 throughput supports mixed-precision compute.

Software Developers: The 14 cores and 20 threads compile code efficiently, with the Passmark integer math score of 80,922 indicating strong integer performance. The platform's DDR4/DDR5 flexibility allows developers to choose memory based on cost and performance needs.

Students and Small Business Workstations: The CPU's 35W TDP makes this an energy-efficient processor for prolonged use, and the UHD Graphics 770 provides a display output even without the discrete GPU. The system is overprovisioned for typical office tasks but offers headroom for future demanding workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14500T is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R refresh), built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, with a 35W TDP that emphasizes efficiency. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. It supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and ECC memory is supported. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides basic display output. The CPU is socketed in Intel Socket 1700, was released on January 7, 2024, and has a launch MSRP of $232. The multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not supported.

The benchmark scores reveal a processor that punches above its efficiency-focused design. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,790 and single-core score of 1,838 show balanced performance. The Geekbench multi-core score of 11,894 and single-core score of 2,229 align with the 80th percentile ranking. The Passmark scores are varied: multi-thread at 22,910, single-thread at 3,736, integer math at 80,922, floating point math at 58,869, data compression at 262,417, data encryption at 15,410, extended instructions at 16,043, find prime numbers at 81, random string sorting at 28,462, and physics at 1,288.

The 35W TDP is the defining characteristic. This limits sustained all-core clocks, which is reflected in the multi-core scores that are competitive but not class-leading—the nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE and Intel Core i9-12900H, all within 0.2% of the i5-14500T's average score. For real workloads, this means the CPU excels in bursty tasks and efficiency-sensitive environments, but it will throttle under prolonged heavy multi-threaded loads compared to higher-TDP desktop parts. The 20 threads handle concurrent tasks like streaming and gaming simultaneously, and the 4.80 GHz boost clock provides strong single-thread responsiveness for gaming and general use.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 86, meaning it outperforms 86% of all systems in the database.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5090 D have, and what type is it?

A: The GPU has 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the TDP of the Intel Core i5-14500T?

A: The CPU has a 35W TDP, which is exceptionally low for a 14-core processor, emphasizing energy efficiency.

Q: Does the platform support DDR4 or DDR5 memory?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, giving builders a choice of memory technology.

Q: What power supply is suggested for the RTX 5090 D?

A: The suggested PSU is 950W, given the GPU's 575W TDP and 1x 16-pin power connector requirement.

Q: How does the CPU's benchmark score compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i5-14500T has an average benchmark score of 28,065, which is within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE (28,054), AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G (28,032), Intel Core i9-12900H (28,003), and AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 (28,128).

Q: What is the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score?

A: The RTX 5090 D scores 14,326 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the i5-14500T and the RTX 5090 D is heavily skewed toward the GPU. The GPU sits in the 92nd percentile with an average benchmark score of 77,712, while the CPU is in the 80th percentile with an average score of 28,065. This 12-percentile gap indicates that in GPU-bound workloads—such as 4K gaming, 3D rendering, and video effects—the RTX 5090 D will be the primary performance driver, and the CPU will rarely be the limiting factor.

However, in CPU-bound scenarios, the bottleneck flips. At lower resolutions (1080p or 720p) in esports titles, or in physics-heavy simulations and data processing tasks, the CPU's 35W TDP and 80th percentile ranking will cap performance. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,790 is respectable but not flagship-level, and the Passmark physics score of 1,288 suggests that complex physics calculations may strain the processor.

The FPS scaling evidence, while estimated (no measured FPS data exists for this pairing), supports this analysis. The GPU's 1.79 TB/s bandwidth and 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are far above what the CPU's single-thread performance can feed in CPU-limited scenarios. Conversely, the GPU's 32 GB VRAM ensures that memory capacity is never a constraint in graphics workloads, regardless of resolution or texture quality settings.

The power asymmetry is also a bottleneck factor. The CPU's 35W TDP means it is designed for efficiency, not sustained peak performance. In a system with a 575W GPU, the CPU's lower power envelope creates an imbalance: the GPU can draw nearly 16.4 times the power of the CPU (575W vs 35W), which suggests the system is optimized for graphics-heavy tasks where the GPU dominates. For balanced workloads that stress both components equally, the CPU may struggle to keep pace with the GPU's output, particularly in multi-threaded rendering where the GPU's 21,760 shading units can outpace the CPU's 14 cores. In summary, the RTX 5090 D defines this system's capabilities, and the i5-14500T is a capable but secondary partner that handles supporting roles efficiently.