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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14600 + AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

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Intel Core i5-14600

44,889 Benchmark Score

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# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14600 is a 14-core, 20-thread desktop processor built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform and is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node with a die size of 257 mm². The chip runs at a 2.70 GHz base clock and boosts up to 5.20 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, includes ECC memory support, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics come in the form of UHD Graphics 770, and the processor is not multiplier-unlocked.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 44889. In Cinebench R23, the i5-14600 scores 30464 in multi-core and 4300 in single-core tests. The Cinebench R20 results show 12794 multi-core and 1806 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 3070 multi-core and 433 single-core. Geekbench scores are 14680 multi-core and 2424 single-core. PassMark results include a multithread score of 35848, single-thread score of 4167, integer math at 117078, floating point math at 85759, and extended instructions at 25674. Data compression scores 434620, data encryption scores 25082, and physics simulation scores 2330.

Against its nearest rivals, the i5-14600 sits within a tight performance band. It trails the Intel Core i9-12900KS by just 0.5% and the AMD EPYC 4344P by 0.5% in average score. It leads the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D by 0.7% and the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H by 1%. This clustering indicates that the i5-14600 delivers performance nearly identical to a previous-generation flagship i9, which is remarkable for a mid-range part. The 20 threads and 5.20 GHz boost clock give it strong multi-threaded throughput for workstation tasks while maintaining excellent single-thread responsiveness for everyday applications.

The 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB L2 per core help feed the 14 cores efficiently. Real-world implications are straightforward: this CPU handles heavy multi-threaded workloads like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation with authority, while the high boost clock ensures snappy single-threaded performance in games and office applications. The 65 W TDP suggests efficient operation, though the actual power draw under sustained all-core loads will be higher than the rated TDP.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The i5-14600's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4300 and Geekbench single-core score of 2424 indicate strong per-thread performance. PassMark single-thread score of 4167 reinforces this. These results suggest the CPU can keep up with high-frame-rate gaming at 1080p or 1440p, where frame pacing depends heavily on CPU throughput. The 0.7% lead over the Ryzen 5 7500X3D in average score is notable since that rival is specifically designed for gaming.

Streaming: The 20 threads provide ample headroom for simultaneous game encoding and gameplay. The PassMark multithread score of 35848 and data encryption score of 25082 indicate the CPU can handle x264 or x265 encoding workloads while maintaining game performance. The 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs means this processor outperforms the vast majority of installed hardware for streaming scenarios.

Video editing: Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30464 and Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 12794 show strong rendering capability for video timelines. PassMark floating point math at 85759 suggests good numerical throughput for effects and color grading. The 14 cores and 20 threads will accelerate export times significantly compared to lower-core-count processors.

3D rendering: The i5-14600's multi-core performance, evidenced by the 30464 Cinebench R23 score, places it within 0.5% of the Core i9-12900KS. This means render times in applications like Blender or Cinema 4D will be nearly identical to that former flagship. The 89th percentile ranking confirms this processor belongs in serious rendering workstations despite its mid-range positioning.

Software development: PassMark integer math score of 117078 and data compression score of 434620 indicate strong performance for code compilation and source control operations. The 20 threads allow parallel builds to scale well, and the single-thread performance keeps interactive IDE responsiveness high. The processor's 1% lead over the Core Ultra X9 388H in average score shows it competes with newer mobile flagship parts.

Student and office work: The integrated UHD Graphics 770 handles basic display output without a discrete GPU. Single-thread performance from Geekbench at 2424 ensures snappy spreadsheet, word processing, and web browsing. The 65 W TDP means the system runs cool and quiet in typical office environments, and the DDR4/DDR5 memory support provides flexibility in building a cost-effective system.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU sits in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 85th percentile among all GPUs. This close percentile alignment suggests a well-balanced pairing where neither component dramatically outstrips the other. The combined percentile of 87 reinforces this equilibrium.

In CPU-bound workloads like physics simulation, the PassMark physics score of 2330 shows the processor has substantial compute headroom. The GPU-bound workloads, such as 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 at 3689, depend on the graphics card's throughput. For gaming at 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance will typically be the limiting factor in achieving maximum frame rates, but the i5-14600's strong single-core scores mean this bottleneck appears only at very high frame rates. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, as resolution scaling shifts the workload toward the graphics card.

The 512.0 GB/s memory bandwidth of the GPU pairs well with the dual-channel memory support of the CPU. In memory-intensive workloads, the CPU's L3 cache of 24 MB helps reduce memory latency pressure. The PassMark data encryption score of 25082 indicates the CPU handles cryptographic workloads without becoming a bottleneck in mixed usage scenarios.

The GPU's 16 GB VRAM provides ample buffer for high-resolution textures, meaning the system will not experience VRAM-related stuttering in most games. The CPU's 20 threads similarly prevent thread exhaustion in heavily threaded titles. The balance is tipped toward the CPU in esports titles where frame rates exceed 200 FPS, but in AAA games with graphical fidelity settings at ultra, the GPU will be the limiting factor.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for the Intel Core i5-14600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT. All FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of both components.

Based on the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3689 and PassMark G3D score of 24980, the RX 6800 XT should deliver high frame rates at 1440p in most modern titles. The CPU's single-thread performance, indicated by the 4300 Cinebench R23 single-core score, is sufficient to feed the GPU at high frame rates in CPU-light scenarios. In esports titles like Counter-Strike or Valorant, frame rates could exceed 300 FPS at 1080p, given the CPU's strong single-thread score and the GPU's high pixel rate of 288.0 GPixel/s.

For AAA titles at 1440p ultra settings, the GPU's 20.74 TFLOPS FP32 performance suggests frame rates in the 80-120 FPS range depending on the title. At 4K, the 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth help maintain playable frame rates, though the GPU's 85th percentile ranking means it is not a top-tier 4K card. The 72 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for RT effects, but RDNA 2's RT performance is generally weaker than competing architectures.

The CPU's 0.5% deficit to the Core i9-12900KS and 0.7% lead over the Ryzen 5 7500X3D in average score suggests gaming performance will be nearly identical to those parts. Since the Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a known strong gaming chip, the i5-14600 should deliver competitive frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The 20 threads also provide headroom for background tasks while gaming, reducing frame time spikes.

# Who Should Build It

This build targets gamers at 1440p who want high refresh rates without sacrificing visual fidelity. The GPU's 85th percentile and the CPU's 89th percentile rankings indicate a system capable of maxing out most titles at 1440p. The 16 GB VRAM ensures texture-heavy games run smoothly, and the CPU's strong single-thread performance prevents bottlenecks at high frame rates.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will find the CPU's multi-core performance valuable. The 30464 Cinebench R23 multi-core score places this system in the upper echelon for render times, and the GPU's 13245 PassMark GPU compute score accelerates GPU-accelerated effects. The 16 GB VRAM is particularly useful for GPU rendering workloads that exceed 8 GB.

Software developers benefit from the 20 threads for parallel builds and the 117078 PassMark integer math score for compute-heavy tasks. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running compilation jobs. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps power consumption moderate in always-on development workstations.

Students and small business users get a versatile system that handles everything from office productivity to occasional gaming. The integrated graphics provide a fallback if the discrete GPU fails, and the dual DDR4/DDR5 memory support allows for flexible system building. The 89th percentile CPU ranking means this system will remain relevant for years of academic or office use.

# GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using the Navi 21 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process. The die contains 26,800 million transistors on a 520 mm² area, giving a transistor density of 51.5M per mm². The GPU runs at a base clock of 1825 MHz, a game clock of 2015 MHz, and a boost clock of 2250 MHz. Memory operates at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU features 4608 shading units, 288 texture mapping units, and 128 raster operation units. It includes 72 ray tracing cores but no dedicated tensor cores. The 16 GB of GDDR6 memory runs on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Pixel rate is 288.0 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 648.0 GTexel/s. FP32 performance reaches 20.74 TFLOPS, while FP16 reaches 41.47 TFLOPS at 2:1 ratio.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3689 places this GPU in the 85th percentile among all GPUs. PassMark G3D score is 24980, GPU compute score is 13245, and DirectX 12 test scores 100. Geekbench scores include OpenCL at 171304, Vulkan at 136875, and Metal at 181337. Against nearest rivals, the RX 6800 XT leads the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile by 1.5%, trails the Intel Arc A550M by 2.5%, trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti by 3%, and trails the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 by 3%.

The 16 GB VRAM is a significant advantage for modern games that increasingly exceed 12 GB at high resolutions. The 512.0 GB/s bandwidth supports high-resolution textures and large assets. The 72 RT cores provide ray tracing acceleration, though the architecture's RT performance is modest compared to newer designs. The 20.74 TFLOPS FP32 performance handles traditional rasterization workloads exceptionally well, and the 41.47 TFLOPS FP16 is useful for compute tasks.

The GPU's 300 W TDP requires a 700 W suggested PSU and dual 8-pin power connectors. The dual-slot design measures 267 mm in length, 120 mm in height, and 50 mm in width, fitting most mid-tower cases. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, and 1x USB Type-C. API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

# FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference between the i5-14600 and its closest rival?

A: The i5-14600 trails the Intel Core i9-12900KS by 0.5% and the AMD EPYC 4344P by 0.5%. It leads the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D by 0.7% and the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H by 1%.

Q: How much VRAM does the RX 6800 XT have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The RX 6800 XT has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock and single-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The i5-14600 boosts up to 5.20 GHz and scores 4300 in Cinebench R23 single-core testing.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14600 supports ECC memory and is compatible with both DDR4 and DDR5 memory types.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The RX 6800 XT sits in the 85th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48477.

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

A: The combined percentile is 87, indicating the system outperforms 87% of all hardware combinations.

Q: How does the CPU perform in PassMark multithread testing?

A: The i5-14600 scores 35848 in PassMark multithread, 4167 in single-thread, and 117078 in integer math.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i5-14600 with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT. The CPU is an active production part from Intel's Core 14th Gen series, while the GPU is end-of-life from AMD's Radeon RX 6000 series. The pairing represents a mid-range CPU with a high-end previous-generation GPU, creating a system that sits in the 87th combined percentile.

The CPU's 89th percentile ranking and the GPU's 85th percentile ranking indicate both components perform above the vast majority of their peers. The i5-14600's launch MSRP is $255, and the RX 6800 XT's launch MSRP is 649 USD. The CPU was released on 2024-01-07, while the GPU was released on 2020-10-27, reflecting a generational gap between the components.

This pairing is well-suited for high-refresh 1440p gaming, content creation, and development workloads. The CPU's 20 threads and strong single-core performance complement the GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 20.74 TFLOPS compute. The system class is desktop, indicating it is intended for stationary use with standard power delivery.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-14600 achieves an average benchmark score of 44889, placing it in the 89th percentile among all CPUs. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT achieves an average benchmark score of 48477, placing it in the 85th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 87.

CPU benchmark highlights include Cinebench R23 multi-core at 30464 and single-core at 4300, Geekbench multi-core at 14680 and single-core at 2424, and PassMark multithread at 35848 with single-thread at 4167. The CPU's closest rival, the Intel Core i9-12900KS, scores 45094 on average, a difference of merely 0.5%.

GPU benchmark highlights include 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 at 3689, PassMark G3D at 24980, and GPU compute at 13245. Geekbench scores show OpenCL at 171304, Vulkan at 136875, and Metal at 181337. The GPU's closest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile, scores 47743 on average, with the RX 6800 XT leading by 1.5%.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU slightly outperforms the GPU in percentile ranking. This means the CPU has a small margin of headroom over the GPU in balanced workloads. The data indicates this pairing delivers strong overall performance, with the CPU providing ample compute for the GPU to operate without starvation. The 87th combined percentile confirms this is a high-performing desktop configuration suitable for demanding applications.

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