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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-14600KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

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Top 7% 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
94%
VS
GPU
92%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14600KF

49,394 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

23,172 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
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

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a desktop combination that sits at the 79th percentile overall, placing it well above the majority of systems in the benchmark database. The processor is a 14-core, 20-thread Raptor Lake-R part on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, built on Intel’s 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². It runs at a base clock of 3.50 GHz and boosts to 5.30 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. This is not a chip that struggles with modern workloads; the data shows a processor that sits at the 90th percentile against all CPUs, indicating top-tier performance for its generation.

CPU Analysis

The Core i5-14600KF is a hybrid-architecture part, though the fact pack does not break down performance-core versus efficiency-core counts; it simply lists 14 cores and 20 threads. What matters for real-world use is the benchmark data. In Cinebench R23, the chip scores 32,544 multi-core and 4,594 single-core. The single-core score is particularly strong, suggesting excellent responsiveness in lightly-threaded applications like web browsing, office suites, and older games. The multi-core score, meanwhile, indicates a processor that can handle heavy parallel workloads, such as video encoding or 3D rendering, with relative ease.

The Geekbench results reinforce this picture: 17,085 multi-core and 2,445 single-core. These numbers place the chip in a class where it trades blows with the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, which has an average score of 49,228 versus the i5’s 49,394, a delta of just 0.3%. The i5-14600KF also edges out the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 by 0.8% (49,394 versus 48,995). This is a remarkable position for a Core i5, as it competes directly with a Ryzen 9 in overall average benchmark score. The PassMark multi-thread score of 38,697 and single-thread score of 4,273 confirm that the chip is not a one-trick pony; it delivers balanced performance across both integer and floating-point tasks.

Looking at specific PassMark sub-tests, the data shows where this CPU excels. The integer math score of 125,982 is very high, indicating strong performance in database operations, financial modeling, and other integer-heavy tasks. Floating-point math comes in at 93,048, which is slightly lower but still robust for scientific simulations and 3D rendering workloads. The data compression score of 485,140 and encryption score of 27,608 suggest that file archiving and secure data handling are handled with ease. The random string sorting score of 52,056 indicates fast sorting algorithms, which can be beneficial in certain server-side workloads. The processor also supports ECC memory, a feature typically found in workstation-class chips, making this a viable option for small business servers or professional workstations where data integrity is paramount.

In terms of memory, the chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. This flexibility is a significant advantage for builders, as it allows for a lower-cost build using existing DDR4 memory or a higher-performance build with DDR5. The PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes from the CPU ensures that fast NVMe storage and modern GPUs have ample bandwidth. The cache hierarchy, with 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache, is typical for the Raptor Lake architecture and contributes to the low latency that helps explain the strong single-core scores. The die size of 257 mm² and the 10 nm process node indicate a mature design that is not state-of-the-art in terms of density but delivers excellent performance per watt.

Balance and Bottleneck

The interaction between the Core i5-14600KF and the RTX 3080 is the key to understanding this build. The CPU sits at the 90th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 68th percentile among all GPUs. This gap suggests that in most gaming scenarios, the GPU will be the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The measured FPS data confirms this. At 1080p, the CPU can push high frame rates, but the GPU still has to render the frame. For example, in Counter-Strike 2, the system achieves 245.3 FPS at 1080p, but this drops to 164 FPS at 1440p and 88.9 FPS at 4K. The 4K performance is clearly GPU-bound, as the frame rate drops by more than half from 1080p.

However, in less demanding titles, the CPU can become the bottleneck. In Valorant, the system hits 534 FPS at 1080p, which is an extremely high frame rate that suggests the CPU is doing the heavy lifting, but even then, the GPU is not entirely idle. The pair rank by FPS is 1039 out of 3861 pairs, with an average FPS across all measured games of 157.5. This places the combination in the top 27% of all pairs, indicating an excellent balance for high-refresh-rate gaming. The bottleneck shifts depending on the game and resolution. In a game like Cyberpunk 2077, which is very GPU-intensive, the system achieves 72 FPS at 1080p, 54 FPS at 1440p, and 35 FPS at 4K. The scaling from 1080p to 4K is nearly linear, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario.

Conversely, in a game like Minecraft with the Java Edition, the system hits 240.2 FPS at 1080p, 151.6 FPS at 1440p, and 79.4 FPS at 4K. The large drop from 1080p to 1440p suggests the CPU is starting to become a limiting factor at 1080p, but the GPU takes over at higher resolutions. The data indicates that this is a well-balanced pairing for 1440p gaming, where the CPU and GPU are both utilized effectively. For 4K gaming, the RTX 3080 is the clear bottleneck, and the CPU has plenty of headroom. For esports titles at 1080p, the CPU is not a bottleneck, as evidenced by the 537 FPS in CS:GO, but the GPU still manages to keep up.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 49,394, placing it at the 90th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, has an average score of 49,228, meaning the i5-14600KF is 0.3% faster. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G is also close, at 49,196, a 0.4% delta. These are essentially statistical ties, indicating that the i5-14600KF performs at the level of a higher-tier Ryzen 9 in synthetic benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is slightly ahead, with a score of 49,796, which is 0.8% faster, but this is a more specialized mobile part.

The GPU’s average benchmark score is 23,172, placing it at the 68th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are a mix of older and lower-tier cards: the NVIDIA P106-100 (23,249, -0.3%), the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 (23,250, -0.3%), the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (23,273, -0.4%), and the AMD Radeon R9 M290X (23,276, -0.4%). This is a strange grouping, as these rivals are mostly older or mobile parts. The RTX 3080’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4,407 indicates solid DX12 performance. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 152,423 is strong for compute workloads, while the Vulkan score of 33,620 is lower, suggesting that the GPU is better optimized for OpenCL or DX12 environments.

The combined percentile for the build is 79, which means this system outperforms 79% of all configured pairs in the database. The measured FPS data supports this, with an average of 157.5 FPS across all games and resolutions. The combined picture is one of a high-end system that can handle most games at high settings, but it is not a top-tier 4K monster. The CPU is clearly a top-tier part, while the GPU is a solid mid-to-high-end part, and together they form a very capable high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming machine.

Who Should Build It

This build is aimed at gamers who prioritize high frame rates at 1440p. The data shows that the system can achieve over 100 FPS in most titles at 1440p. For example, Call of Duty: Warzone hits 148.6 FPS at 1440p, and Counter-Strike 2 hits 164 FPS. Even demanding titles like Control manage 77 FPS at 1440p, which is very playable. The system is also capable at 4K, but the user will have to accept lower frame rates; Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 35 FPS at 4K, which is borderline playable but not ideal. For competitive esports gamers, the system is excellent at 1080p, with Valorant hitting 534 FPS and CS:GO hitting 537 FPS, ensuring the monitor is the limiting factor, not the hardware.

Content creators will find the CPU’s multi-core performance useful. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,544 is high enough for video editing and 3D rendering tasks. The PassMark data encryption score of 27,608 suggests that file encryption and secure data transfer will not be a bottleneck. Software developers will appreciate the high integer math score of 125,982, which is beneficial for compilation and code analysis. The ECC memory support is a plus for developers who need data integrity. Students and small business users will find this build to be overkill for typical office work, but the strong single-core performance ensures snappy user interfaces and fast spreadsheet calculations. The CPU’s support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows for flexibility in build cost, which is a consideration for those on a tighter budget who still want this level of performance.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p, this build excels. The data shows 245.3 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 534 FPS in Valorant, which is well beyond what most monitors can display. The CPU’s strong single-core performance is the main driver here, and the GPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution.

Streaming is a mixed bag. The GPU has dedicated hardware for encoding, but the fact pack does not specify NVENC capabilities. The CPU’s 20 threads can handle the encoding workload, but the data does not include dedicated streaming benchmarks. The multi-core score of 32,544 in Cinebench R23 suggests that the CPU can handle streaming and gaming simultaneously, but the user may need to adjust settings in demanding titles.

Video editing is a strong suit for this build. The CPU’s multi-core score is high, and the GPU’s compute performance, as shown by the Geekbench OpenCL score of 152,423, can accelerate effects and rendering in compatible software. The 10 GB of VRAM is sufficient for 4K video timelines, but may be limiting for very complex projects.

3D rendering is also well-served. The CPU’s 32,544 Cinebench R23 multi-core score is excellent for CPU-based rendering. The GPU’s 29.77 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 68 RT cores can provide a significant boost for GPU-accelerated rendering, though the 10 GB VRAM may be a constraint on very large scenes.

Software development is a good use case. The high integer math score of 125,982 indicates fast code compilation. The 20 threads allow for concurrent builds and testing. The ECC memory support is a valuable feature for those running critical servers or VMs.

Student and office work is more than adequately handled. The single-core Geekbench score of 2,445 ensures that tasks like web browsing, word processing, and spreadsheet analysis feel instantaneous. The system’s overall power is wasted on these tasks, but the longevity of the platform means it will not become obsolete quickly.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is based on the GA102 chip, built on Samsung’s 8 nm process. It has 28,300 million transistors on a die size of 628 mm², giving it a transistor density of 45.1 million per square millimeter. The GPU has 8,704 shading units, 272 texture mapping units, and 96 raster operation units. It also has 68 RT cores and 272 tensor cores, which are dedicated to ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads. The boost clock is 1710 MHz, with a base clock of 1440 MHz. The memory is 10 GB of GDDR6X on a 320-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 760.3 GB/s. This is a high-bandwidth configuration that is well-suited for high-resolution textures.

The GPU’s FP32 performance is 29.77 TFLOPS, which is identical to its FP16 performance (29.77 TFLOPS at a 1:1 ratio). This indicates that the card does not have dedicated FP16 acceleration, which is a feature found in some competing architectures. The pixel rate is 164.2 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 465.1 GTexel/s. These figures are high, but the GPU is now a previous-generation part, as its production status is listed as end-of-life. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4,407 is a measure of modern gaming performance. The PassMark G3D score of 25,086 is a more general measure of 3D rendering performance, and the GPU compute score of 14,397 indicates its compute capability.

In terms of API support, the GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. This ensures compatibility with all modern games and applications. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, which allows for multi-monitor setups and high refresh rates. The GPU is a dual-slot card, measuring 285 mm in length, 112 mm in height, and 40 mm in width. It requires a 700 W power supply and uses a single 12-pin power connector. The TDP is 320 W, which is high, and the card will generate significant heat.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 79, meaning it outperforms 79% of all configured pairs in the database.

Q: What is the CPU's average benchmark score and percentile?

A: The CPU has an average benchmark score of 49,394, placing it at the 90th percentile of all CPUs.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 7900?

A: The CPU is 0.3% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, which has an average score of 49,228.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth and size?

A: The GPU has 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 760.3 GB/s.

Q: What is the average FPS across all measured games for this pair?

A: The average FPS across all measured games is 157.5, with a pair rank of 1039 out of 3861 pairs.

Q: What is the CPU's socket and memory support?

A: The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What is the GPU's production status and TDP?

A: The GPU's production status is end-of-life, and it has a TDP of 320 W, with a suggested PSU of 700 W.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that pairs a top-tier mid-range CPU with a high-end, but now previous-generation, GPU. The Core i5-14600KF is a 14-core, 20-thread processor that competes with the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, placing it in the upper echelon of consumer CPUs. The RTX 3080 is a capable high-end GPU that sits at the 68th percentile, but it is no longer the top dog. The combined percentile of 79 indicates that this is a strong system for most tasks, but it is not a flagship-level build. The CPU is the standout component, offering performance that exceeds its Core i5 branding. The GPU is a solid companion, but its 10 GB of VRAM and end-of-life status mean that it is not future-proof for the most demanding 4K titles. Overall, this is a high-performance desktop system that excels at 1440p gaming and productivity workloads, with a CPU that has more headroom than the GPU.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU is built on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The fact pack does not specify the chipset, but the socket is the same as used by 12th and 13th-generation Intel Core processors. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which is a forward-looking feature. The 125 W TDP means that a capable air cooler is likely sufficient, but the fact pack does not specify cooler requirements. The GPU requires a 700 W power supply and uses a 12-pin power connector, so the user must ensure their PSU has the appropriate cables.

The most sensible upgrade path for this system would be to focus on the GPU, as the CPU has significantly more headroom. The CPU is at the 90th percentile, while the GPU is at the 68th percentile, indicating that the GPU will be the first component to become a bottleneck in demanding games. A GPU with more VRAM and higher performance would be a logical next step for 4K gaming or heavy VR workloads. The CPU’s platform, however, is likely at the end of its socket generation, as the Socket 1700 is also used by 12th and 13th-gen parts. This means that a CPU upgrade would likely require a new motherboard. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 is a benefit, as it allows the user to carry over existing DDR4 memory for a CPU upgrade, but a move to DDR5 would require new memory. The PCIe Gen 5 support ensures that the platform can handle future high-speed storage devices and GPUs. The PSU headroom from the 700 W suggested PSU should be sufficient for most single-GPU upgrades, but a high-end next-generation GPU might require a higher wattage unit.