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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
90%
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GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-14600T

32,707 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

43,223 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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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

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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

# Intel Core i5-14600T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER — Desktop Build Analysis

This build pairs Intel's power-efficient Core i5-14600T with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, creating a desktop platform that targets high-refresh 1440p gaming and serious content creation workloads without demanding extreme power delivery. The CPU, a 14-core Raptor Lake part with a 35 W TDP, sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU, an Ada Lovelace-based RTX 4070 SUPER, also lands at the 83rd percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for the pairing is also 83, indicating a well-matched set of components that should complement each other across both gaming and productivity tasks. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination in the database, so all frame rate discussions below are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores and percentile positions.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this CPU+GPU combination, so all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores of each component. The RTX 4070 SUPER's PassMark G3D score of 29995 places it at the 83rd percentile of all GPUs, which strongly suggests it can handle modern titles at high settings with smooth frame rates. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus delivers 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for high-resolution textures and demanding effects at 1440p and even entry-level 4K gaming. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 indicates solid DirectX 12 performance, while the Geekbench Vulkan score of 205624 and OpenCL score of 172795 show strong cross-API capabilities.

For the CPU side, the Core i5-14600T's single-core performance is the key gaming metric. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3169 and Geekbench single-core score of 2559 indicate that it can feed the GPU without significant bottlenecks in most scenarios. The CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 3744 reinforces this, suggesting that per-core performance is more than adequate for games that rely on a few fast threads. Multi-core games that scale across many threads will benefit from the 14 cores and 20 threads, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447.

At 1080p, this pairing should deliver very high frame rates in competitive titles, with the CPU's strong single-core scores preventing frame drops in CPU-bound scenes. At 1440p, the GPU becomes the primary driver, and the RTX 4070 SUPER's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute should push most games well past 60 FPS on ultra settings. The GPU's 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores also make ray tracing and DLSS-based upscaling viable, though exact frame rates will vary by game and settings. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4627 suggests that the GPU has headroom for future titles that leverage DirectX 12 Ultimate features.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score of 32707 places it at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rivals being the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H at 32697 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F at 32750 (-0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 at 32662 (+0.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H at 32812 (-0.3% delta). This clustering indicates that the i5-14600T sits right at the edge of a performance tier, trading blows with both mobile and desktop parts from rival architectures. The near-zero deltas mean that real-world differences between these CPUs would be within noise for most workloads.

Looking at specific CPU benchmarks, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447 shows strong sustained multi-threaded performance despite the low 35 W TDP. The single-core score of 3169 in the same test demonstrates that the 5.10 GHz boost clock delivers competitive per-thread speed. Geekbench results show 12840 multi-core and 2559 single-core, while PassMark tests reveal strengths in integer math (95112), floating-point math (64726), and extended instructions (16985). The data compression score of 301827 and encryption score of 18226 indicate solid performance for archive management and security workloads.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 43223 also places it at the 83rd percentile, with nearest rivals including the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB at 43262 (-0.1%), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile at 43268 (-0.1%), the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 at 43301 (-0.2%), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile at 43667 (-1%). The tight deltas again show that the RTX 4070 SUPER is positioned within a competitive cluster of GPUs. The PassMark G3D score of 29995 is the standout, while the GPU compute score of 17108 indicates strong compute throughput for non-graphics tasks. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 confirms modern API performance. Combined, these scores paint a picture of a balanced desktop build where neither component dramatically outclasses the other, with both sitting at the same percentile tier.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data suggests a well-balanced pairing, with both CPU and GPU at the 83rd percentile. However, the nature of the bottleneck shifts depending on the workload. In gaming at lower resolutions like 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance becomes the limiting factor. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3169 and PassMark single-thread score of 3744 are strong for a 35 W part, but they are not at the absolute top tier, meaning that in very CPU-intensive titles, the GPU may occasionally wait on the CPU. At higher resolutions like 1440p and above, the GPU's workload increases, and the RTX 4070 SUPER becomes the primary bottleneck, which is the more desirable scenario for gaming since it means the GPU is being fully utilized.

In productivity workloads, the balance tips differently. The CPU's multi-core scores, particularly the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447 and PassMark multithread score of 26409, are competitive with the nearest rivals, but they are not class-leading. The GPU's compute capabilities, shown by the PassMark GPU compute score of 17108 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795, mean that GPU-accelerated tasks will be significantly faster than CPU-only tasks. For example, video encoding and 3D rendering that leverage CUDA cores will see the GPU as the dominant performer, while the CPU handles the orchestration and non-accelerated portions of the workload.

The FPS scaling evidence, while estimated, supports this balance. The GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth suggest that at 1440p, the GPU will be the limiting factor in most games, with the CPU providing adequate frame pacing. At 1080p, the CPU's single-core scores become more relevant, and users may see lower GPU utilization in lighter titles. The 35 W CPU TDP combined with the 220 W GPU TDP and a suggested 550 W PSU indicates that power delivery is not a constraint, allowing both components to run at their rated specifications without thermal or power throttling.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need a desktop platform that excels at both high-refresh gaming and content creation without requiring extreme power delivery or exotic cooling. Gamers at 1440p are the primary audience, as the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for high-detail textures and smooth frame rates at this resolution. The GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 56 RT cores make it suitable for ray-traced gaming at 1440p, though exact performance will vary by title. The CPU's strong single-core scores ensure that competitive shooters and esports titles at 1080p will also perform well, making this a versatile gaming machine.

Content creators, particularly video editors and 3D artists, will benefit from the combination of the CPU's multi-threaded performance and the GPU's compute capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447 handles CPU-based rendering and encoding, while the GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795 accelerates GPU-accelerated effects and exports. The 14 cores and 20 threads of the CPU are well-suited for multitasking, such as running a game while streaming, a scenario where the PassMark multithread score of 26409 indicates enough headroom for simultaneous workloads. Software developers will appreciate the CPU's support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory, as well as ECC memory support, which is rare in consumer parts and useful for workstation builds that require data integrity.

Students and small business users who need a capable desktop for everyday tasks, office applications, and light content creation will find this build more than adequate. The CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 3744 ensures snappy application launches and responsive multitasking, while the GPU provides acceleration for tasks like video conferencing effects and photo editing. The low 35 W CPU TDP also makes this build relatively quiet and easy to cool, which is an advantage in shared or small office spaces.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-14600T uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which is shared with other 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Core processors. This means that users have a range of upgrade options within the same socket, from higher-end 14th generation parts to more power-efficient variants. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with a dual-channel memory bus, providing flexibility in memory selection based on budget and performance needs. The ECC memory support is a notable feature for workstation use, allowing for error-correcting memory in compatible motherboards.

The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, which is forward-looking for future storage and GPU upgrades. The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and the bandwidth is more than sufficient for the RTX 4070 SUPER. The motherboard will need to support the appropriate PCIe generation and provide the necessary power delivery for the CPU's 35 W TDP and the GPU's 220 W TDP. The suggested PSU of 550 W provides headroom for the current configuration, and a sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU in the GeForce 50 series, which is the successor to the GeForce 40 series according to the FACT PACK.

Given the GPU's production status is end-of-life and its successor is the GeForce 50 series, users planning a future GPU upgrade should consider whether the CPU can keep pace. The CPU's percentile rank of 83 and its nearest rivals' similar scores suggest that it will not be a significant bottleneck for several generations of GPUs. The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support also ensures that future GPUs will not be limited by interface bandwidth. For memory, upgrading from DDR4 to DDR5 would require a motherboard change, but the CPU's support for both means users can choose their preferred memory type at build time without future compatibility concerns.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for this build is 83, with both the CPU and GPU individually also at the 83rd percentile of their respective categories.

Q: Does this build support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14600T supports ECC memory, which is a feature typically found in workstation platforms and useful for data-critical applications.

Q: What memory types are compatible with this CPU?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, giving users flexibility in memory selection.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this specific CPU and GPU combination?

A: No, the database contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all gaming performance figures are estimates based on benchmark scores.

Q: What is the suggested power supply wattage for this build?

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 4070 SUPER is 550 W, which provides adequate headroom for the CPU's 35 W TDP and the GPU's 220 W TDP.

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

A: The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700 and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4070 SUPER's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are well-suited for high-refresh 1440p gaming, with the CPU's single-core scores of 3169 in Cinebench R23 and 3744 in PassMark ensuring minimal frame pacing issues. Estimated frame rates should comfortably exceed 100 FPS in most esports titles at 1080p and remain above 60 FPS in demanding AAA games at 1440p on ultra settings.

Streaming: The CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample headroom for encoding a stream while gaming, with the PassMark multithread score of 26409 indicating that simultaneous workloads are manageable. The GPU's NVENC capabilities, implied by its Ada Lovelace architecture and tensor cores, can offload encoding tasks to further reduce CPU load.

Video editing: The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795 and PassMark GPU compute score of 17108 provide strong acceleration for effects, color grading, and export tasks in video editing software. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447 ensures smooth timeline scrubbing and responsive editing even with multi-layer projects.

3D rendering: GPU-based renderers will leverage the RTX 4070 SUPER's 7168 shading units and 224 tensor cores, with the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 indicating solid DirectX 12 performance. CPU-based rendering will use the i5-14600T's multi-core capabilities, with the PassMark integer math score of 95112 and floating-point math score of 64726 supporting complex simulation and physics calculations.

Software development: The CPU's support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory, along with ECC memory, makes this a flexible platform for development work. The PassMark data encryption score of 18226 and data compression score of 301827 indicate strong performance for build pipelines that involve encryption and archiving.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread performance, shown by the PassMark single-thread score of 3744, ensures responsive everyday computing, while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output. The low 35 W CPU TDP makes this an efficient build for office environments where power consumption and heat output are considerations.

Build Overview

This desktop build combines the Intel Core i5-14600T, a 14-core, 20-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series based on Raptor Lake architecture, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, an Ada Lovelace GPU with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory. Both components sit at the 83rd percentile of their respective categories, making this a well-balanced mid-to-high-end desktop configuration. The CPU's 35 W TDP is remarkably low for a 14-core part, while the GPU's 220 W TDP is typical for its performance class. The combined percentile of 83 indicates that this build should deliver consistent performance across a wide range of gaming and productivity tasks without a clear weak point.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-14600T features 14 cores and 20 threads, combining performance and efficiency cores in a Raptor Lake configuration. The base clock is 1.80 GHz, with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, allowing the CPU to scale from power-efficient operation to high-performance bursts. The 35 W TDP is notably low for a desktop processor with this core count, making it suitable for compact builds with modest cooling solutions. The CPU is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm², and it supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, along with ECC memory for workstation use.

Benchmark results show a CPU that performs well above its power envelope. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447 and single-core score of 3169 place it at the 83rd percentile, with nearest rivals showing near-identical average scores. The Geekbench multicore score of 12840 and single-core score of 2559 reinforce this positioning. PassMark tests reveal specific strengths: integer math at 95112, floating-point math at 64726, and extended instructions at 16985. The multithread score of 26409 indicates that the CPU can handle heavily threaded workloads, while the single-thread score of 3744 ensures responsive single-threaded applications. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB L2 cache per core provide ample data storage for compute-intensive tasks.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the AD104 chip using TSMC's 5 nm process, with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs, along with 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores for ray tracing and AI acceleration. The base clock is 1980 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and memory runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The GPU provides FP32 compute of 35.48 TFLOPS and FP16 compute of 35.48 TFLOPS with 1:1 ratio, making it capable for both gaming and compute workloads.

Benchmark performance places this GPU at the 83rd percentile, with the PassMark G3D score of 29995 being the primary gaming indicator. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 confirms strong DirectX 12 performance, while Geekbench Vulkan and OpenCL scores of 205624 and 172795, respectively, show cross-API versatility. The PassMark GPU compute score of 17108 indicates that the GPU is also useful for non-graphics compute tasks. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB and the GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile, with deltas below 1%, showing that the RTX 4070 SUPER is positioned in a competitive performance tier. The GPU's 220 W TDP and suggested 550 W PSU make it a reasonable addition to most desktop systems, and its dual-slot design with a single 16-pin power connector simplifies installation.