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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14600 + Intel Arc A770

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Top 5% 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
93%
VS
GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14600

44,889 Benchmark Score
Top 7% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A770

68,809 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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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

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready
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

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-14600 with the Intel Arc A770, creating a desktop platform that targets high-refresh 1440p gaming and content creation without requiring a top-tier budget. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all frame rate discussions below are estimates derived from the CPU and GPU benchmark scores rather than direct game testing data. The data shows a CPU that sits at the 89th percentile among all processors and a GPU at the 90th percentile among all graphics cards, which together place this pairing at the 90th combined percentile. This is a balanced, mid-high-end system where neither component dramatically overshadows the other, but the specific workload determines which part leads.

Gaming Performance

Since no measured FPS data exists for the i5-14600 + Arc A770 combination, frame rates must be estimated from the underlying benchmark scores. The Arc A770’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2969, combined with its 90th percentile ranking, indicates strong rasterization performance for 1440p gaming. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4300 and Passmark single-thread score of 4167 suggest it can feed the GPU effectively in most titles, avoiding severe CPU bottlenecks at standard resolutions.

At 1080p, the CPU’s high single-thread performance (2424 in Geekbench single-core) should allow the Arc A770 to reach its full potential in esports and lighter titles, with estimated frame rates well above 144 FPS in games like Valorant or CS2. The GPU’s 512.0 GB/s bandwidth and 16 GB of VRAM are more than sufficient for 1080p ultra settings, where the main limitation will be the game’s engine rather than the hardware. For 1440p, which is this pairing’s sweet spot, the GPU’s 90th percentile score suggests it can handle most AAA titles at high or ultra settings with frame rates in the 60-100 FPS range, depending on the game’s optimization. The 3DMark score of 2969 in Steel Nomad is a DX12 workload, so games built on DX12 should see particularly strong performance, while older DX11 titles may require more driver overhead.

At 4K, the data suggests this build will struggle to maintain 60 FPS in demanding titles. The GPU’s FP32 throughput of 19.66 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s are respectable but not flagship-tier, so 4K gaming would require lowering settings to medium or high, or relying on upscaling technologies. The 16 GB VRAM is a positive factor at 4K, as it prevents memory capacity from being the bottleneck, but the raw compute power will limit frame rates. Overall, the estimated gaming performance places this build as a strong 1440p machine, a capable 1080p high-refresh option, and a marginal 4K performer. The CPU’s 89th percentile ranking ensures that even in CPU-heavy simulations or strategy games, the processor will not drag down the GPU’s output.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A770 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture with the DG2-512 chip, manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC. It packs 4096 shading units, 256 texture mapping units, and 128 raster output pipelines, with 32 dedicated ray tracing cores. The memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The clock speeds are a base of 2100 MHz and a boost of 2400 MHz, with memory running at 2000 MHz or 16 Gbps effective. These specifications translate to a texture rate of 614.4 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s, figures that put it ahead of most mid-range GPUs from the previous generation.

The FP32 performance of 19.66 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 39.32 TFLOPS (2:1) indicate strong compute capability for rendering tasks. The 32 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for RT workloads, though the performance will not match dedicated RT flagships. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, covering all modern graphics APIs. In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, the A770 scores 2969, placing it at the 90th percentile among all GPUs. Its Geekbench OpenCL score of 109175 and Vulkan score of 94284 further confirm its compute strength, with Vulkan performance being particularly notable for games that use that API.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the A770’s average benchmark score of 68809 is just 0.3% behind the NVIDIA CMP 90HX (69000) and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 (68562). It trails the AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 by 1.5% and the NVIDIA Quadro P6000 by 1.7%. These are tight margins, meaning the A770 sits in a performance class with professional-grade cards from the previous generation. The 16 GB VRAM is a standout feature, matching or exceeding cards that cost significantly more. For rendering and compute workloads, the 512.0 GB/s bandwidth and 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput make it a capable workhorse, though driver maturity for professional applications may vary. The GPU has a TDP of 225 W and requires a 550 W suggested PSU, with power delivered via one 6-pin and one 8-pin connector.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-14600 delivers strong multi-threaded performance, scoring 30464 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 12794 in Cinebench R20 multicore. Its single-core scores are equally impressive: 4300 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 1806 in Cinebench R20 single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 14680 multicore and 2424 single-core. These figures place the CPU at the 89th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 44889. The nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-12900KS with an average score of 45094, which is just 0.5% higher, meaning the i5-14600 essentially matches a previous-generation flagship in overall CPU performance. It also sits 0.5% below the AMD EPYC 4344P (45122) and 0.7% above the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D (44573), with the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H trailing by 1%.

The Arc A770’s average benchmark score of 68809 places it at the 90th percentile among GPUs. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2969 is the primary gaming metric, while Geekbench OpenCL (109175) and Vulkan (94284) scores demonstrate strong compute and API-specific performance. The combined picture shows a system where the CPU and GPU are closely matched in percentile terms (89 vs 90), suggesting a balanced pairing. The CPU’s Passmark multithread score of 35848 and integer math score of 117078 indicate strong productivity performance, while the GPU’s 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput supports heavy graphics workloads. Together, the combined percentile of 90 puts this build in the top 10% of all possible CPU+GPU combinations in the database.

The data indicates that this pairing excels in mixed workloads. The CPU can handle compilation, rendering, and encoding tasks without bottlenecking the GPU, while the GPU can push high frame rates in games without being starved by the processor. The deltaPct values against rivals show that the CPU is within 1% of much more expensive processors, and the GPU is within 2% of professional workstation cards. This is a system that punches above its component class in raw benchmark terms, though real-world driver and software optimization will determine final performance.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the i5-14600 and Arc A770 is well matched, with the CPU at the 89th percentile and GPU at the 90th percentile. This near-equal standing means neither component is an obvious bottleneck in most workloads. In gaming, the bottleneck shifts depending on resolution. At 1080p, the CPU’s single-thread performance (4300 in Cinebench R23 single-core) is sufficient to keep the GPU fed, but the GPU’s 90th percentile score suggests it will be the limiting factor in achieving very high frame rates above 144 FPS. At 1440p, the balance is ideal, with both components working near their limits. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, as its 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is insufficient to maintain high frame rates at that resolution, regardless of CPU headroom.

In CPU-bound workloads like software compilation or data compression, the i5-14600 takes the lead. Its Passmark data compression score of 434620 and integer math score of 117078 show strong throughput, and the 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample parallelism. The GPU’s role in these tasks is minimal, so the CPU’s 89th percentile ranking defines system performance. Conversely, in GPU-bound tasks like 3D rendering or video encoding with hardware acceleration, the Arc A770’s 4096 shading units and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth become the primary drivers. The CPU’s 24 MB of L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache reduce latency, but the GPU’s compute throughput (19.66 TFLOPS FP32) is the limiting factor for frame rendering times.

The FPS scaling evidence, though estimated, supports this balance. At 1080p, the CPU’s high single-thread score (4167 in Passmark single-thread) allows the GPU to reach its maximum output, so frame rates scale nearly linearly with GPU load. At 1440p, both components contribute equally, and the system behaves as a cohesive unit. At 4K, the GPU’s pixel rate of 307.2 GPixel/s becomes the ceiling, and the CPU’s performance becomes irrelevant for frame rate. For mixed workloads like gaming while streaming, the CPU’s 20 threads handle encoding (using Intel Quick Sync via UHD Graphics 770) without significantly impacting game performance, making the system well-balanced for that scenario.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14600 is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh. It has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled. The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700 and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes for the CPU. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output and hardware encoding capabilities, though the discrete Arc A770 handles all graphics workloads in this build.

The benchmark scores show a processor that excels in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30464 is strong for a 65 W part, while the single-core score of 4300 indicates excellent per-thread performance. In Geekbench, the multicore score of 14680 and single-core score of 2424 confirm this balance. The Passmark suite shows specific strengths: data compression at 434620, data encryption at 25082, extended instructions at 25674, floating point math at 85759, integer math at 117078, and multithread at 35848. The physics score of 2330 and single-thread score of 4167 round out the profile.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i5-14600 is within 0.5% of the Intel Core i9-12900KS in average benchmark score, meaning it offers comparable performance to a previous-generation flagship. It also matches the AMD EPYC 4344P within 0.5% and beats the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D by 0.7%. The Intel Core Ultra X9 388H is 1% behind. For real workloads, this means the i5-14600 can handle heavy multitasking, video editing, and 3D rendering without issue. The 14 cores (likely a mix of performance and efficiency cores) provide strong parallel throughput, while the 5.20 GHz boost clock ensures snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks. The 65 W TDP makes it easy to cool with a capable air cooler, and the unlocked multiplier is not available (multiplierUnlocked: false), so overclocking is not a feature, but the stock performance is already high.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 90, meaning this build outperforms 90% of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database.

Q: How does the Core i5-14600 compare to the Intel Core i9-12900KS?

A: The i5-14600 has an average benchmark score of 44889, which is just 0.5% lower than the i9-12900KS’s score of 45094, making them essentially equivalent in overall CPU performance.

Q: What is the Arc A770’s memory bandwidth and capacity?

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

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14600 has ECC memory support enabled, which is useful for workstation builds where data integrity is critical.

Q: What is the GPU’s ray tracing capability?

A: The Arc A770 has 32 dedicated ray tracing cores based on the Xe-HPG architecture, supporting hardware-accelerated ray tracing in games and rendering applications.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the NVIDIA Quadro P6000?

A: The Arc A770’s average benchmark score of 68809 is 1.7% lower than the Quadro P6000’s score of 69986, placing them in the same performance tier.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock and TDP?

A: The boost clock is 5.20 GHz with a base clock of 2.70 GHz, and the TDP is 65 W.

Who Should Build It

This build is ideal for gamers targeting 1440p resolution with high refresh rates. The GPU’s 90th percentile score and the CPU’s strong single-thread performance (4300 in Cinebench R23 single-core) ensure smooth gameplay in competitive titles and AAA releases alike. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads (Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30464) combined with the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput, which handles large textures and complex scenes. Software developers compiling large codebases will see strong performance from the CPU’s Passmark integer math score of 117078 and data compression score of 434620.

Students and small business users will find this build overkill for basic office tasks, but it provides headroom for future workloads like data analysis or light machine learning. The CPU’s ECC memory support makes it suitable for workstation tasks where data integrity is paramount, such as financial modeling or scientific computing. The GPU’s 16 GB VRAM is particularly useful for users who work with large datasets in GPU-accelerated applications, as it prevents out-of-memory errors. The 65 W TDP of the CPU keeps power consumption manageable for a desktop system, and the GPU’s 225 W TDP is reasonable for a high-performance card. This is not a budget build, but it is a practical choice for users who need both strong gaming and productivity performance without stepping into flagship territory.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-14600, a 14-core Raptor Lake desktop processor, with the Intel Arc A770, a 16 GB Xe-HPG graphics card. The CPU is a desktop-class part (buildClass: desktop) with a 65 W TDP and a 5.20 GHz boost clock, while the GPU is a dual-slot card with a 225 W TDP and a 2400 MHz boost clock. The system sits at the 90th combined percentile, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of configurations in the database. The CPU’s 89th percentile and GPU’s 90th percentile indicate a well-matched pair where neither component consistently limits the other. This is a mid-to-high-end desktop build that excels at 1440p gaming and content creation, with the CPU providing strong multi-threaded performance for productivity and the GPU offering substantial VRAM and compute throughput for graphics-heavy tasks.

The platform uses Intel Socket 1700 with PCIe Gen 5 support from the CPU, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16. The system supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in memory choice. The CPU’s launch MSRP is $255, and the GPU’s launch MSRP is 329 USD, but the actual build cost will vary. The GPU is end-of-life (productionStatus: End-of-life) with a successor named Battlemage, but it remains a viable option due to its 16 GB VRAM and 90th percentile performance. Overall, this is a balanced, capable desktop system for users who want strong 1440p gaming and solid productivity performance in a single build.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1440p, this build delivers estimated frame rates above 100 FPS in most titles, thanks to the GPU’s 90th percentile score and the CPU’s single-core strength (4300 in Cinebench R23 single-core). The 16 GB VRAM ensures textures load without stutter, and the 512.0 GB/s bandwidth prevents memory bottlenecks.

For streaming, the CPU’s 20 threads and integrated UHD Graphics 770 provide hardware encoding options that offload the streaming workload from the GPU, allowing the Arc A770 to focus on rendering frames. The CPU’s Passmark multithread score of 35848 ensures smooth encoding even while gaming.

For video editing, the CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads (Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30464) handle timeline scrubbing and export encoding, while the GPU’s 19.66 TFLOPS FP32 throughput accelerates effects and color grading. The 16 GB VRAM is sufficient for 4K video projects with multiple layers.

For 3D rendering, the GPU’s 4096 shading units and 32 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for realistic lighting, and the 16 GB VRAM allows for complex scenes without memory swaps. The CPU’s integer math score of 117078 supports physics simulations and scene preparation.

For software development, the CPU’s high single-thread performance (2424 in Geekbench single-core) speeds up compilation, while the 20 threads handle parallel builds. The data compression score of 434620 helps with large repository operations and build artifact management.

For student and office work, this build is more powerful than needed for documents and spreadsheets, but it provides a smooth experience in web browsing and multitasking. The CPU’s 65 W TDP keeps energy costs low, and the system’s overall performance ensures it will remain relevant for years of academic or professional use.