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CPU
95%
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GPU
89%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14700

52,301 Benchmark Score
Top 5% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

15,199 Benchmark Score
Top 11% Market Ranking
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0-30
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30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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# Intel Core i7-14700 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

This desktop build pairs Intel's 20-core Core i7-14700 with NVIDIA's RTX 3050 OEM, creating a configuration where the CPU ranks at the 91st percentile among all processors while the GPU sits at the 57th percentile among all graphics cards. The combined system percentile lands at 74, indicating a platform heavily weighted toward multi-threaded productivity rather than raw graphics throughput. The data shows a processor that outperforms its closest rivals in the CPU benchmark hierarchy, paired with a GPU that trades blows with mid-range cards from previous generations, resulting in a machine that excels at compute-heavy tasks while delivering competent, if not class-leading, gaming performance.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3050 OEM's PassMark G3D score of 11857 places it just 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 7600 in average benchmark score, yet the GPU's 57th percentile ranking suggests it is better suited for 1080p high-refresh play than 1440p or 4K. The Core i7-14700's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2080 and PassMark single-thread score of 4236 indicate the CPU will not bottleneck frame pacing in most titles, but the GPU's 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 throughput will likely cap frame rates below what high-refresh monitors can display in graphically intensive games.

Streaming: The processor's 20 cores and 28 threads, combined with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28398, provide ample headroom for simultaneous game capture, encoding, and broadcast software. The GPU's 72 tensor cores support NVIDIA's hardware-accelerated encoding features, though the RTX 3050 OEM's 57th percentile GPU ranking means encoding quality at higher resolutions may require relying more heavily on the CPU's multi-threaded muscle. The PassMark multi-thread score of 40318 reinforces that this system can handle the parallel workloads streaming demands without compromising game performance.

Video editing: The CPU's Geekbench multi-core score of 17087 and PassMark integer math score of 154535 indicate strong performance in timeline scrubbing, effect rendering, and export tasks. The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory with 224.0 GB/s bandwidth provides enough capacity for 1080p and moderate 4K video editing timelines, while the 2304 shading units accelerate effects and transitions. The PassMark GPU compute score of 5779 suggests the GPU can offload some rendering tasks, but the CPU remains the primary workhorse for most editing workflows.

3D rendering: Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 14388 and R15 multi-core score of 4061 showcase the i7-14700's capability in CPU-based render engines like Blender Cycles or V-Ray. The GPU's 18 RT cores and 72 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced and AI-accelerated rendering, though the 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 performance places it behind dedicated workstation cards. For hybrid CPU+GPU rendering pipelines, the balanced compute distribution between the processor's 91st percentile ranking and the GPU's 57th percentile means complex scenes will spend more time on GPU-bound passes.

Software development: The PassMark data compression score of 498198 and random string sorting score of 54340 indicate rapid compile times and efficient handling of large codebases. The 33 MB of shared L3 cache reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data structures, while the dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support allows developers to choose between cost-effective or higher-bandwidth configurations. The CPU's 91st percentile ranking outperforms the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X by 0.7% in average benchmark score, making this a capable platform for parallel build systems and containerized development environments.

Student and office work: The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output when the dedicated GPU is idle or under low load, reducing power consumption. The 65 W TDP of the CPU, combined with the GPU's 130 W TDP and 300 W suggested PSU, keeps the entire system within a modest power envelope suitable for dorm rooms or small offices. The PassMark single-thread score of 4236 ensures snappy responsiveness in office suites, while the 28 threads handle background tasks like antivirus scans and cloud sync without noticeable lag.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-14700 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28398 and single-core score of 2080, with a Geekbench multi-core result of 17087 and single-core of 2409. The PassMark suite shows a multi-thread score of 40318, single-thread of 4236, floating-point math at 106716, and extended instructions at 28388. These results place the CPU at the 91st percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 52301. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H, scores 52431, a delta of -0.2%, meaning the i7-14700 trails by a negligible margin. The AMD EPYC 8124P scores 52121 (0.3% behind), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52073 (0.4% behind), and the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X scores 51947 (0.7% behind).

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM achieves a PassMark G3D score of 11857, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 60740, and a Vulkan score of 57103. The GPU's average benchmark score of 15199 places it at the 57th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals show tight clustering: the AMD Radeon RX 7600 scores 15171 (0.2% behind), the AMD Radeon 680M scores 15270 (0.5% ahead), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 scores 15283 (0.5% ahead), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 scores 15290 (0.6% ahead). This indicates the RTX 3050 OEM sits in a performance band where single benchmark runs can flip the ordering among these cards.

The combined picture reveals a significant asymmetry: the CPU outperforms its nearest rivals by up to 0.7%, while the GPU trails the RTX 2060 by 0.6%. The system's combined percentile of 74 reflects this imbalance, with the processor contributing far more to the overall score than the graphics card. For compute-heavy applications that leverage the CPU's 20 cores, this build performs at near-workstation levels; for graphics-bound workloads, it performs at mid-range desktop levels.

GPU Analysis

The RTX 3050 OEM is built on the GA106 chip using Samsung's 8 nm process, containing 12,000 million transistors on a 276 mm² die with a transistor density of 43.5M per mm². It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz, or 14 Gbps effective. The GPU's base clock is 1515 MHz with a boost clock of 1755 MHz, producing a pixel rate of 56.16 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 126.4 GTexel/s. The 2304 shading units, 72 TMUs, and 32 ROPs deliver a theoretical FP32 performance of 8.087 TFLOPS, with FP16 performance matching at 8.087 TFLOPS (1:1).

The 18 RT cores and 72 tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads, respectively. The PassMark DirectX 12 score of 58 and DirectX 11 score of 86 indicate that the GPU handles modern API workloads competently, though the DirectX 9 score of 137 and DirectX 10 score of 61 show variable legacy performance. The PassMark G2D score of 973 reflects strong 2D desktop acceleration, while the GPU compute score of 5779 suggests moderate compute offload capability.

For rendering workloads, the RTX 3050 OEM's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p textures and moderate 1440p assets, but the 224.0 GB/s bandwidth may become a limiting factor in high-resolution texture streaming. The 18 RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing in supported titles, though the 57th percentile GPU ranking means ray-traced effects will require reduced settings for playable frame rates. The tensor cores support DLSS and other AI-based upscaling technologies, which can partially offset the raw performance deficit by rendering at lower internal resolutions.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a clear CPU-favored balance, with the processor at the 91st percentile and the GPU at the 57th percentile. In multi-threaded workloads like Cinebench R23 multi-core (28398) or PassMark multi-thread (40318), the CPU fully utilizes its 20 cores and 28 threads, with the GPU playing little to no role. Conversely, in graphics-bound scenarios such as gaming at high resolutions or GPU-accelerated rendering, the RTX 3050 OEM's 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 throughput becomes the limiting factor, with the CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 2080) remaining largely underutilized.

FPS scaling in games will be constrained by the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 11857. At 1080p, the CPU can feed frames fast enough to approach the GPU's maximum output, but at 1440p and above, the GPU's 224.0 GB/s bandwidth and 128-bit bus will bottleneck frame rates. The PassMark DirectX 11 score of 86 versus DirectX 12 score of 58 suggests that older DirectX 11 titles may run relatively better than newer DirectX 12 titles, which could affect which games hit higher FPS ceilings.

The 65 W TDP CPU and 130 W TDP GPU, with a 300 W suggested PSU, indicate that neither component is power-hungry, but the performance gap between them means the system's overall capabilities are dictated by the GPU in most real-world applications. For tasks that can leverage the CPU's 28 threads, such as video encoding or software compilation, the bottleneck shifts entirely to the processor, where it performs at the 91st percentile. The PassMark physics score of 2226 and find prime numbers score of 164 further confirm the CPU's dominance in compute-bound tasks.

Who Should Build It

Gamers at 1080p: The RTX 3050 OEM's 57th percentile GPU ranking and 8 GB VRAM make this build suitable for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings, with the CPU ensuring no frame drops from processor limitations. The PassMark G3D score of 11857 is adequate for esports titles and older AAA games, though newer releases will require reduced detail levels.

Content creators: Video editors and 3D artists who rely primarily on CPU-based rendering will benefit from the i7-14700's 20 cores and 28398 Cinebench R23 multi-core score. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 72 tensor cores provide acceleration for effects and AI tools, while the 224.0 GB/s bandwidth handles 1080p timelines smoothly.

Software developers: The PassMark data compression score of 498198 and integer math score of 154535 indicate fast builds and data processing. Developers working with large codebases or running multiple virtual machines will find the 28 threads and 33 MB L3 cache advantageous.

Students and small business workstations: The 65 W CPU TDP and 300 W suggested PSU keep power costs low, while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a reliable fallback. The system's combined percentile of 74 puts it above most consumer desktops, making it suitable for engineering software, data analysis, and office productivity.

Gaming Performance

Note: No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the FACT PACK. The following discussion frames FPS expectations as estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not from direct measurement.

Based on the RTX 3050 OEM's PassMark G3D score of 11857 and its position just 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 7600 in average benchmark score, estimated 1080p ultra settings frame rates would fall in the 40-60 FPS range for modern AAA titles. The GPU's DirectX 12 score of 58 indicates that newer API-heavy games may stress the architecture, while the DirectX 11 score of 86 suggests older titles run more efficiently. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p ultra textures in most games, but titles exceeding 8 GB of VRAM usage will experience stuttering as the system swaps to system memory.

At 1440p, the 224.0 GB/s bandwidth and 128-bit bus become limiting, with estimated frame rates dropping to 25-40 FPS on ultra settings. The 18 RT cores enable ray tracing at 1080p with DLSS enabled, but the 57th percentile GPU ranking means ray-traced scenes will likely require performance or balanced DLSS modes. The CPU's single-thread score of 4236 ensures that in CPU-light scenes, the GPU remains the sole bottleneck, while in CPU-heavy titles like strategy games or simulations, the processor's 91st percentile ranking provides ample headroom.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-14700 uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, supporting both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the processor, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The motherboard chipset will determine whether additional PCIe lanes are available for storage or expansion cards. The system's 300 W suggested PSU accommodates the current 65 W CPU and 130 W GPU with headroom, but upgrading to a higher-TDP GPU would require a more robust power supply.

The platform's DDR4 and DDR5 memory support allows for a cost-effective upgrade path without changing the motherboard if migrating from an older DDR4 system. The 33 MB L3 cache and 20 cores provide substantial headroom for future software demands, though the LGA 1700 socket is not forward-compatible with newer Intel platforms. A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-performance GPU, as the CPU's 91st percentile ranking suggests it could drive a significantly faster graphics card without becoming a bottleneck. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface on the GPU is sufficient for current cards, but future high-bandwidth GPUs may benefit from the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes.

FAQ

Q: How does the Core i7-14700 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X?

A: The i7-14700 has an average benchmark score of 52301, which is 0.7% higher than the Ryzen 9 5950X's 51947, representing a 354-point advantage.

Q: What is the RTX 3050 OEM's performance tier relative to other GPUs?

A: The GPU sits at the 57th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 15199, placing it 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 7600 and 0.6% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060.

Q: Does this build support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RTX 3050 OEM features 18 RT cores and 72 tensor cores, but the 57th percentile GPU ranking means ray tracing will require reduced settings for playable frame rates.

Q: What memory types are compatible with this CPU?

A: The Core i7-14700 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, allowing flexibility in memory choice based on motherboard selection.

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

A: The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700 and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the processor, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface.

Q: How much power does this system require?

A: The CPU has a 65 W TDP, the GPU has a 130 W TDP, and the suggested PSU rating is 300 W, indicating a modest overall power draw.

Q: Is the GPU good for video editing?

A: The 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 224.0 GB/s bandwidth and 2304 shading units provide adequate acceleration for 1080p editing, while the GPU compute score of 5779 supports effects rendering, though the CPU remains the primary editor.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14700 is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh. It operates with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports ECC memory and includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, with a 65 W TDP.

Benchmark results show a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28398 and single-core score of 2080, with Cinebench R20 scores of 14388 multi-core and 2031 single-core. Geekbench results are 17087 multi-core and 2409 single-core. PassMark scores include multi-thread at 40318, single-thread at 4236, integer math at 154535, floating-point math at 106716, extended instructions at 28388, data compression at 498198, data encryption at 29601, physics at 2226, and random string sorting at 54340.

The 91st percentile ranking places this CPU among the top 9% of all processors. Its average benchmark score of 52301 surpasses the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X by 0.7% and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX by 0.4%. The PassMark find prime numbers score of 164 indicates strong integer performance, while the data encryption score of 29601 suggests capable cryptographic throughput. For real workloads, the 20 cores and 28 threads handle heavily parallel tasks like 3D rendering and video encoding with ease, while the 5.40 GHz boost clock ensures responsive single-threaded performance in gaming and general applications. The 33 MB L3 cache reduces latency for data-intensive workloads, and the dual-channel memory support allows for high-bandwidth configurations with DDR5.

Build Overview

This desktop build combines the Intel Core i7-14700 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM, creating a system with a combined percentile of 74. The CPU, at the 91st percentile of all processors, provides exceptional multi-threaded compute performance, while the GPU, at the 57th percentile, offers mid-range graphics capability. The processor's average benchmark score of 52301 leads its nearest rivals by margins of 0.2% to 0.7%, while the GPU's average score of 15199 trails its closest competitors by 0.2% to 0.6%.

The pairing is classed as a desktop system, reflecting the LGA 1700 socket and dual-slot GPU form factor. The overall tier, as indicated by the 74th combined percentile, places this build above the majority of consumer systems in aggregate performance, though the GPU's lower percentile relative to the CPU creates a lopsided profile. In productivity applications that leverage the CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads, this system performs at near-workstation levels, rivaling the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H within 0.2% and surpassing the AMD EPYC 8124P by 0.3%. In graphics-intensive workloads, the system performs at mid-range desktop levels, comparable to the RTX 2060 within 0.6%. The 65 W CPU TDP and 130 W GPU TDP, with a 300 W suggested PSU, make this a power-efficient desktop configuration suitable for a wide range of computing tasks, from high-refresh 1080p gaming to professional content creation.