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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14600K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

94%

GPU

99%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14600K

48,618 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

131,938 Benchmark Score

Top 1% Market Ranking

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0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

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60-85

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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

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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 i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti form a desktop pairing that targets high-end performance. The CPU, part of the Core 14th Gen series, uses the Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process node from Intel. It is a 14-core, 20-thread processor with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, featuring a 125 W TDP. The GPU, from the GeForce 30-series, is based on the Ampere architecture and the GA102 chip, manufactured by Samsung on an 8 nm process with 28,300 million transistors. This combination sits in the 93rd percentile for all builds, indicating a system in the upper tier of overall performance.

CPU Analysis

The Core i5-14600K’s hybrid architecture is visible in its core configuration: 14 cores and 20 threads. This setup is reflected in the benchmark data. In single-threaded workloads, the CPU achieves a Geekbench single-core score of 2491, and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2064. These figures place it in the 90th percentile against all CPUs, showing strong per-core performance. The boost clock of 5.30 GHz is the key driver here, making the processor responsive for tasks that rely on single-thread speed.

For multi-threaded tasks, the CPU’s 20 threads come into play. The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 24491, and the Geekbench multicore score is 16673. The PassMark multithread score reaches 38682. These numbers indicate a processor that can handle parallel workloads effectively, though its closest rivals in the average benchmark score are close: the AMD EPYC 4345P is 0.3% ahead, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX is 0.7% ahead. The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H is 0.2% behind, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is 0.8% behind. The i5-14600K’s average benchmark score is 48618, which is a balanced point between these competitors.

The cache hierarchy supports this performance. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core, L2 is 2 MB per core, and L3 is 24 MB shared. This structure is designed to feed the cores efficiently. The processor also includes UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics, which is present but secondary to the dedicated GPU. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and it has ECC memory support, which is notable for reliability-sensitive tasks. The 10 nm process and 257 mm² die size are the physical characteristics, but the benchmark scores are what define its capability. The PassMark integer math score of 125737 and floating point math score of 92794 suggest a strong arithmetic throughput, while the data encryption score of 27533 shows cryptographic capability. The single-thread score of 4270 on PassMark reinforces the strong single-core showing seen in Cinebench and Geekbench.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 48618, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered, with the AMD EPYC 4345P at 0.3% higher, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX at 0.7% higher, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H at 0.2% lower, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 at 0.8% lower. This puts the i5-14600K in a competitive position where small deltas decide the ranking. In multi-core tasks, the Cinebench R23 score of 24491 is a strong result, but the single-core score of 2064 is what gives it an edge in latency-sensitive applications.

The GPU presents a different performance profile. The RTX 3090 Ti has an average benchmark score of 131938, which places it in the 95th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA L4 at 0.7% ahead, the NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation at 2.4% ahead, the NVIDIA A10M at 2.4% ahead, and the AMD Radeon PRO W6800 at 2.6% ahead. In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, the GPU scores 5741. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 174441, and the Vulkan score is 215633. These scores indicate a GPU that leads the pack, but the deltaPct values show that rivals like the RTX 4000 Ada Generation are within a few percentage points.

The combined picture is a build in the 93rd percentile. The CPU is in the 90th percentile, and the GPU is in the 95th percentile. The GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, but the CPU is not far behind. The gap between the CPU and GPU percentiles suggests that the GPU has more headroom over its competition than the CPU does. The benchmark scores show a system where the GPU is the primary driver of overall performance, especially in graphics-heavy workloads, while the CPU provides a solid foundation without becoming a significant liability.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3090 Ti’s 95th percentile ranking and the i5-14600K’s 90th percentile ranking suggest a system capable of driving high-refresh displays. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5741 indicates strong DirectX 12 performance, which is essential for modern titles. The CPU’s single-core score of 2064 in Cinebench R23 ensures that frame times remain consistent in CPU-bound scenarios. This pairing is suited for 1440p and 4K gaming, where the GPU is the primary bottleneck.

Streaming: The CPU’s 20 threads and the GPU’s dedicated hardware make this a viable streaming setup. The PassMark multithread score of 38682 shows the CPU can handle encoding workloads, and the GPU’s tensor cores can accelerate AI-based encoding features. The GPU’s 24 GB VRAM provides ample buffer for simultaneous gaming and encoding. The CPU’s data compression score of 482020 in PassMark indicates strong throughput for compression tasks, which is relevant for streaming overhead.

Video editing: The combination of strong multi-core and single-core performance is ideal for video editing. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24491 handles rendering timelines, while the single-core score of 2064 ensures smooth scrubbing and preview. The GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth allow for large project files and real-time effects. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 174441 shows the GPU can accelerate compute tasks in editing software.

3D rendering: The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads provide solid CPU-based rendering performance, as seen in the Cinebench R23 score of 24491. The GPU’s 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 84 RT cores make it a powerful option for GPU-accelerated rendering. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5741 confirms the GPU’s DirectX 12 capability. The 24 GB VRAM is a significant advantage for complex scenes that exceed the memory capacity of smaller GPUs.

Software development: The CPU’s single-thread performance is critical for compilation and code analysis. The Geekbench single-core score of 2491 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2064 indicate fast response times for developer tools. The PassMark data encryption score of 27533 is relevant for secure coding workflows. The 20 threads allow for parallel builds, and the 24 MB L3 cache reduces latency for frequently accessed data.

Student and office work: This system is overkill for basic tasks, but the benchmark scores show it is capable. The PassMark single-thread score of 4270 ensures snappy application launches. The CPU’s integrated UHD Graphics 770 can handle basic display output, though the dedicated GPU is present. The ECC memory support is a feature that could benefit data-intensive academic work, and the 20 threads handle multitasking with ease.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The i5-14600K uses the Intel Socket 1700. This socket supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in memory choice, though the dual-channel bus limits the memory bandwidth compared to quad-channel platforms. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, which is forward-looking for storage and GPU connectivity. The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is backward compatible with the CPU’s PCIe Gen 5 slots, ensuring no bottleneck in interface bandwidth.

The CPU has a 125 W TDP, and the GPU has a 450 W TDP. The suggested PSU for the GPU is 850 W, which is a critical consideration for the build. The power connectors on the GPU are 1x 16-pin, so the PSU must have this connector available. The CPU is multiplier-unlocked, meaning it can be overclocked, but this would increase the power draw beyond the base TDP. The GPU is listed as end-of-life, with a successor in the GeForce 40 series, so an upgrade path would involve replacing the GPU with a newer model, though the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface remains compatible.

A sensible next upgrade would be to the CPU or GPU. The CPU’s socket, Intel Socket 1700, supports 14th Gen processors, so a higher-tier Core i7 or i9 from the same generation would be a drop-in upgrade. The memory support for DDR5 allows for a future transition to faster memory, though the current DDR4 support is also viable. The PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU are ready for future storage devices. The GPU’s end-of-life status suggests that the next upgrade would be to a newer generation, but the current 450 W TDP and 850 W PSU requirement should be considered when planning any power supply changes.

GPU Analysis

The RTX 3090 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture with the GA102 chip. It has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. The memory clock is 1313 MHz, with an effective data rate of 21 Gbps. The GPU has 10752 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 112 render output units. This configuration supports high-resolution textures and complex shading.

The GPU’s clock speeds are a base of 1560 MHz and a boost of 1860 MHz. The pixel rate is 208.3 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 625.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 40.00 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 40.00 TFLOPS (1:1). These numbers indicate a high-throughput GPU for both graphics and compute. The GPU has 84 RT cores for ray tracing and 336 tensor cores for AI workloads. The transistor count is 28,300 million on a 628 mm² die, with a transistor density of 45.1M per mm².

In benchmark tests, the GPU scores 5741 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 174441 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 215633 in Geekbench Vulkan. The average benchmark score is 131938, placing it in the 95th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals are the NVIDIA L4 at 0.7% ahead, the NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation at 2.4% ahead, the NVIDIA A10M at 2.4% ahead, and the AMD Radeon PRO W6800 at 2.6% ahead. These deltas show that the RTX 3090 Ti is competitive, but slightly behind the top-tier workstation cards in this metric. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score is a direct measure of DirectX 12 gaming performance, and the high Geekbench scores indicate strong compute capability for rendering and AI tasks.

Who Should Build It

This system is targeted at users who need high-end performance in both gaming and professional workloads. Gamers at 1440p and 4K resolutions will benefit from the GPU’s 95th percentile ranking and the CPU’s 90th percentile ranking. The GPU’s 24 GB VRAM is suited for high-resolution textures and future game releases. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will find the CPU’s multi-core scores and the GPU’s compute performance useful. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5741 and the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24491 support this use case.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU’s single-core performance, as seen in the Geekbench single-core score of 2491, which speeds up compilation and code analysis. The 20 threads allow for parallel builds, and the ECC memory support is a reliability feature for long-running processes. Students in engineering or data science fields can leverage the GPU’s compute capability for simulations and the CPU’s throughput for data processing. Small business workstations that need to handle rendering, video production, or complex data analysis will see strong performance, though the power requirements are significant.

The GPU’s 24 GB VRAM is a key differentiator. It allows for larger datasets to reside on the GPU, which is beneficial for machine learning inference or large 3D scenes. The CPU’s 24 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency, which is important for database and scientific workloads. The combination of the CPU’s 90th percentile and the GPU’s 95th percentile means this build is in the top 7% of all systems, making it suitable for demanding users who cannot afford performance compromises.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination of the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5741 is a strong indicator of DirectX 12 gaming performance. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2064 suggests minimal CPU bottleneck in most gaming scenarios.

In ultra settings, the RTX 3090 Ti is expected to deliver high frame rates at 1440p and 4K resolutions. The GPU’s 95th percentile ranking places it above the vast majority of GPUs, and the 24 GB VRAM ensures that texture-heavy games will not run out of memory. The memory bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s is sufficient for high-resolution rendering. The CPU’s 20 threads are more than enough for modern games, which typically use fewer than 8 threads, so the single-core performance is the limiting factor.

At 1080p, the CPU may become the bottleneck, as the GPU’s performance is so high that it can render frames faster than the CPU can process game logic. The single-core score of 2064 in Cinebench R23 suggests that the CPU can handle this, but frame rates may be inconsistent in CPU-intensive scenes. At 4K, the GPU is the primary bottleneck, and the system is expected to perform at its best. The estimates are based on the relative percentile positions and benchmark scores, but actual FPS will vary by game and driver optimization.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600K has 14 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz.

Q: How does the CPU’s average benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score is 48618, which is 0.3% lower than the AMD EPYC 4345P and 0.7% lower than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX, but 0.2% higher than the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H and 0.8% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, with a memory bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s and an effective memory clock of 21 Gbps.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 3090 Ti is in the 95th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 131938.

Q: What power supply is suggested for the GPU?

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 3090 Ti is 850 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 450 W with a 1x 16-pin power connector.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14600K supports ECC memory, and it supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus.

Q: What is the combined percentile of this build?

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is 93, placing it in the top tier of desktop builds.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows that the GPU is the stronger component in this pairing. The GPU is in the 95th percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU is in the 90th percentile. This 5-point gap indicates that the GPU has more performance headroom over its peers than the CPU does. In graphics-intensive workloads, such as 3D rendering or gaming at high resolutions, the GPU is the primary driver, and the CPU is unlikely to be the bottleneck. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5741 and its 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 performance are the dominant factors.

In CPU-bound workloads, such as physics simulation or data compression, the CPU becomes the limiting factor. The PassMark physics score of 2473 and the data compression score of 482020 are strong, but they are not as high above their respective rivals as the GPU’s scores are. The CPU’s nearest rivals in average benchmark score are within a 1% delta, showing that the CPU is in a highly competitive range. This means that in tasks that rely heavily on the CPU, the i5-14600K is not as decisively ahead of its competition as the GPU is.

The FPS scaling in gaming would follow this pattern. At 1080p, where the GPU can render frames quickly, the CPU’s single-core performance becomes the bottleneck. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2064 is good, but it is not exceptional, so frame rates may be limited in CPU-intensive games. At 4K, the GPU’s rendering load increases, and the GPU becomes the bottleneck, allowing the CPU to keep up. The 24 GB VRAM ensures that the GPU does not run out of memory, so the bottleneck is purely computational. The system is balanced for 1440p and 4K gaming, where the GPU and CPU workloads are more evenly matched.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-14600K with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti in a desktop configuration. The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series, with a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The GPU is a 24 GB GDDR6X card from the GeForce 30-series, with 10752 shading units and 84 RT cores. The combined percentile is 93, meaning this system outperforms 93% of all builds in the database.

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 48618, and the GPU’s is 131938. The CPU is in the 90th percentile, and the GPU is in the 95th percentile. This indicates that the GPU is the higher-performing component relative to its peers. The CPU’s nearest rivals are all within a 1% delta, showing that it is in a highly competitive mid-to-high-end segment. The GPU’s nearest rivals are within a 3% delta, with the NVIDIA L4 being 0.7% ahead and the AMD Radeon PRO W6800 being 2.6% behind.

The build class is desktop, and the overall tier is upper-tier, as defined by the 93rd combined percentile. This is a high-performance system that is not the absolute top, but it is close. The CPU provides strong single-core and multi-core performance, while the GPU offers exceptional graphics and compute capability. The 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth are standout features for professional workloads. The system is well-suited for high-refresh gaming, content creation, and professional rendering, with the GPU as the primary performance driver and the CPU as a capable partner.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14600K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

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