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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14700F + AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

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Top 4% 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
95%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14700F

53,620 Benchmark Score
Top 5% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

48,477 Benchmark Score
Top 4% 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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Optimal Performance

Your system is in the top tier. You can run any modern game at maximum settings.

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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

FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i7-14700F's position among all CPUs based on benchmark scores?

A: The CPU sits at the 91st percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53620. It sits within 1% of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (53288), the AMD EPYC 7313P (53206), and the Intel Xeon 6505P (53701).

Q: How does the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The GPU holds an 85th percentile position among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48477. It trails the Intel Arc A550M (49737) by 2.5% and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (49957) by 3%, while leading the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47743) by 1.5%.

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

A: The build achieves a combined percentile of 88, placing it in the upper tier of desktop configurations. Across all tested game pairs, this combination ranks 1120 out of 3732 pairs, with an average of 152.9 FPS across all games and resolutions.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: No, the Intel Core i7-14700F has no integrated graphics (listed as "N/A"). A discrete GPU is required for display output, which this build provides via the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It also supports ECC memory, which is notable for workstation and small business server use cases.

Q: Is the GPU still in production?

A: No, the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is end-of-life, with a production status of "End-of-life." Its release date was 2020-10-27, and its predecessor is Navi with successor Navi III.

Q: What is the measured FPS data source?

A: The frame rate figures are measured (dataIsMeasured is true), based on ultra-quality settings across a broad game library at three resolutions: 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160.

Benchmark Performance

The data presents a coherent picture: a high-end desktop CPU paired with a capable upper-midrange GPU, together achieving a combined percentile of 88. The Intel Core i7-14700F posts an average benchmark score of 53620, placing it at the 91st percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the Intel Xeon 6505P (53701, -0.2%), the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (53469, +0.3%), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (53288, +0.6%), and the AMD EPYC 7313P (53206, +0.8%). These sub-1% deltas indicate the i7-14700F sits at a performance plateau shared by several high-end server and desktop parts, meaning real-world differences against these rivals are negligible.

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT delivers an average benchmark score of 48477, sitting at the 85th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals show more spread: it leads the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47743) by 1.5%, but trails the Intel Arc A550M (49737) by 2.5%, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (49957) by 3%, and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001) by 3%. The GPU's performance is solidly in the upper tier, though not at the very top of the range.

Combined, the CPU and GPU deliver an average FPS of 152.9 across all measured games and resolutions. This pair ranks 1120 out of 3732 pairs, a position that places it in the top 30% of all recorded CPU+GPU combinations. The pairing is well-matched: the CPU's high percentile prevents it from being a bottleneck in most scenarios, while the GPU's strong compute and rasterization performance handles the rendering load. The data shows a system capable of high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p, with playable (though not always high-refresh) performance at 4K in many titles.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture (specifically Raptor Lake-R), built on Intel's 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with a 65W TDP. 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 DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, with ECC memory support enabled. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The launch MSRP is $359.

Benchmark results indicate a strong multi-threaded performer. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 35122 in multi-core and 4958 in single-core. The Geekbench scores are 19620 multi-core and 2429 single-core. PassMark results further illustrate the CPU's capabilities: multi-thread score of 41317, integer math at 155808, floating-point math at 107005, and extended instructions at 28564. Data compression scores 505885, data encryption 30144, and random string sorting 55918. Single-thread PassMark is 4257.

These scores translate to real-world workloads. The 28 threads handle heavily parallel tasks such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation with ease. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 is nearly 7x the single-core score, indicating excellent scaling across cores. The data compression and encryption scores (505885 and 30144) suggest strong performance in archive management and secure data handling. For office productivity and general desktop use, the single-core performance (4958 in Cinebench R23, 2429 in Geekbench) is more than adequate for responsive application behavior. The 33 MB of L3 cache helps with cache-sensitive workloads like database queries and game simulation logic. The CPU's 91st percentile ranking confirms it outperforms the vast majority of CPUs in the database, making it a high-end choice for both gaming and productivity.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who demand high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, with the headroom to handle 4K gaming at playable levels. The measured FPS data shows that at 1920x1080, most games exceed 100 FPS, with esports titles like Valorant (534 FPS) and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (522 FPS) reaching very high refresh rates. At 2560x1440, the majority of games still exceed 60 FPS, making this a strong choice for 1440p high-refresh monitors (e.g., 144Hz or 165Hz). Content creators will benefit from the CPU's 28 threads for video editing and 3D rendering, with Cinebench R23 multi-core at 35122 and PassMark multi-thread at 41317. Software developers compiling large codebases will find the multi-threaded performance (integer math 155808) valuable for parallel build taskscars.

Students and small business workstations benefit from the CPU's ECC memory support)Skip, which provides data integrity for financial or engineering applications. The GPU's 16 GB of VRAM allows for large texture sets and multiple concurrent GPU workloads. However, the 65W CPU TDP and 300W GPU TDP require a 700W suggested PSU, so users with small form factor or low-power builds should look elsewhere. The build is best suited for users who want a single system that excels at both gaming and productivity, without needing to compromise on either frontcars.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1920x1080, the system achieves 534 FPS in Valorant, 522 FPS in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and 281 FPS in Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege. These scores support 240Hz and even 360Hz monitors for competitive play. At 2560x1440, Valorant still hits 462 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege reaches 184 FPS, making high-refresh 1440p viable.

Streaming: The CPU's 28 threads provide ample headroom for game capture and encoding while maintaining high FPS. With the CPU at the 91st percentile and multi-core Cinebench score of 35122, simultaneous gaming and streaming workloads should not cause significant frame drops. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM also supports hardware encoding pipelines without memory pressure.

Video editing: The PassMark multi-thread score of 41317 and floating-point math of 107005 indicate strong performance in rendering timelines and applying effects. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 suggests 4K video exports will be reasonably fast, though not at the level of higher-core workstation CPUs. The 16 GB GPU VRAM helps with GPU-accelerated effects and large preview buffers.

3D rendering: The CPU's 28 threads deliver solid performance in CPU-based renderers, with Cinebench R20 multi-core at 14751 and R15 at 3540. The GPU's FP32 compute of 20.74 TFLOPS supports GPU-accelerated rendering in software that uses OpenCL (Geekbench OpenCL score 171304) or Vulkan (136875). The 512.0 GB/s memory bandwidth aids in texture streaming.

Software development: The integer math score of 155808 and data encryption score of 30144 indicate strong performance in code compilation and secure data handling. The 33 MB L3 cache helps with frequent small reads in development tools. The CPU's ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running build processes.

Student and office work: The single-core PassMark score of 4257 and Geekbench single-core of 2429 ensure snappy application launches and smooth multitasking. The CPU's 65W TDP keeps power draw modest for office settings, while the 91st percentile ranking means it handles spreadsheet, document, and browser workloads with ease.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data (dataIsMeasured is true) provides a detailed view of gaming performance at ultra settings across three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system excels in esports and lighter titles: Valorant (534 FPS), Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (522 FPS), Roblox (305 FPS), Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege (281 FPS), and Minecraft (233 FPS) all exceed 200 FPS. Mid-range titles like Call of Duty: Warzone (165.4 FPS), Assetto Corsa (138 FPS), and Counter-Strike 2 (236.1 FPS) are also highly playable. Heavier AAA titles show playable but not high-refresh numbers: Cyberpunk 2077 (70 FPS), Red Dead Redemption 2 (63 FPS), and Ark: Survival Ascended (33.8 FPS) at 1080p.

At 2560x1440, frame rates drop but remain playable for most games. Valorant (462 FPS) and Rainbow Six Siege (184 FPS) still support high-refresh monitors. Call of Duty: Warzone (148.4 FPS) and Counter-Strike 2 (154.7 FPS) remain smooth. Cyberpunk 2077 (52 FPS) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (47 FPS) are borderline for 60 FPS targets but playable with settings adjustments. Some titles fall below 60 FPS, such as Ark: Survival Ascended (24.9 FPS) and The Medium (42 FPS).

At 3840x2160, 4K gaming is possible but often at lower frame rates. Call of Duty: Warzone (125.6 FPS) and Valorant (369 FPS) are exceptions, staying highly playable. Most games fall in the 30-60 FPS range: Cyberpunk 2077 (34 FPS), Red Dead Redemption 2 (31 FPS), and Control (50 FPS). Some titles drop below 30 FPS, like Ark: Survival Ascended (12.6 FPS) and Revolution Idle (26 FPS). The average FPS across all games and resolutions is 152.9, reflecting strong performance at lower resolutions with playable (though not always high-refresh) 4K.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is a RDNA 2.0 architecture GPU (Navi 21 chip) built on TSMC's 7 nm process, with 26,800 million transistors on a 520 mm² die. It has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 512.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1825 MHz, a game clock of 2015 MHz, and a boost clock of 2250 MHz, with memory running at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). It has 4608 shading units, 288 TMUs, and 128 ROPs, along with 72 ray tracing cores. The GPU delivers 20.74 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 41.47 TFLOPS of FP16 (2:1 ratio). Pixel rate is 288.0 GPixel/s and texture rate is 648.0 GTexel/s. The TDP is 300W, requiring 2x 8-pin power connectors and a 700W suggested PSU. The card is dual-slot, with dimensions of 267 mm length, 120 mm height, and 50 mm width. It connects via PCIe 4.0 x16 and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The launch MSRP is 649 USD.

Benchmark results show the GPU's strengths. The PassMark G3D score is 24980, with a G2D score of 1030. Geekbench scores include OpenCL at 171304, Vulkan at 136875, and Metal at 181337. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 3689. PassMark GPU compute is 13245 EB/s. The GPU's FP32 throughput of 20.74 TFLOPS is well-suited for rasterization-heavy workloads, while the 72 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for RT effects in supported games. The 16 GB VRAM is generous for high-resolution textures and large workloads, though the 512.0 GB/s bandwidth may limit performance in memory-bound scenarios at 4K.

The 85th percentile ranking places it above most GPUs, but its nearest rivals show it is not a top-tier part. It leads the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile by 1.5%, but trails the Intel Arc A550M, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, and AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 by 2.5-3%. This indicates the RX 6800 XT is a solid performer, but newer or higher-end parts have pulled ahead. For rendering tasks, the FP32 compute and 16 GB VRAM make it capable for GPU rendering, though the 7 nm process and RDNA 2 architecture are now a generation behind in efficiency terms.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build (buildClass is "desktop") pairing an Intel Core i7-14700F with an AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT. The CPU is a 20-core, 28-thread Raptor Lake part with a 91st percentile ranking, while the GPU is an RDNA 2.0 part at the 85th percentile. Combined, they achieve an 88th percentile ranking among all CPU+GPU pairs, placing this system in the upper tier of desktop configurations.

The CPU's launch MSRP is $359, and the GPU's launch MSRP is 649 USD, but these are historical figures. The build's overall tier is high-end: the CPU's multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 35122) and the GPU's rasterization power (PassMark G3D 24980) make it suitable for demanding gaming and productivity. The pair ranks 1120 out of 3732 pairs by FPS, meaning it outperforms roughly 70% of all recorded CPU+GPU combinations. This is a well-rounded system for users who want high performance across both gaming and work tasks, without the need for extreme server-grade components.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a generally balanced pairing, but with workload-dependent characteristics. In CPU-bound workloads (e.g., software compilation, data compression), the CPU's 91st percentile ranking (avg score 53620) far exceeds the GPU's 85th percentile (avg score 48477), meaning the CPU will rarely be the limiting factor. In GPU-bound tasks like 4K gaming, the GPU's lower percentile relative to the CPU suggests the GPU is more likely to be the bottleneck at higher resolutions.

Evidence from FPS scaling supports this. At 1920x1080, many games exceed 200 FPS (e.g., Valorant 534, CS:GO 522), indicating the CPU can feed the GPU sufficiently at lower resolutions. At 2560x1440, frame rates drop by roughly 30-50% in most titles (e.g., Cyberpunk 2077 from 70 to 52 FPS), which is typical of GPU-bound scaling. At 3840x2160, frame rates drop further (Cyberpunk 2077 to 34 FPS), suggesting the GPU is the primary constraint at 4K. The CPU's high single-core scores (4958 Cinebench R23, 4257 PassMark) ensure it keeps up in CPU-heavy game scenarios, but the GPU's raw performance (20.74 TFLOPS) becomes limiting as resolution increases.

In mixed workloads like streaming while gaming, the CPU's 28 threads provide headroom, but the GPU's encoding capabilities (not directly measured) may introduce latency. The 300W GPU TDP and 65W CPU TDP mean the GPU is the dominant power consumercars, which can affect thermal and power budgeting. Overall, the system is CPU-balanced at 1080p, GPU-limited at 4K, and well-matched at 1440p.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700, which is the platform for 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors. This socket is at the end of its lifecycle, as newer Intel platforms have moved to different sockets. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5, so users can choose based on motherboard compatibility and budget. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, allowing for next-generation GPUs and NVMe SSDs, though the current GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16. The CPU supports ECC memory, which is rare in consumer platforms and useful for workstation reliability.

The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is backward compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The 700W suggested PSU provides headroom for the 300W GPU and 65W CPU, with room for additional drives or peripherals. The GPU's 2x 8-pin power connectors are standard for this class of card. The GPU is end-of-life, meaning future driver support may taper, but the 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth remain competitive for several more years.

A sensible next upgrade would be a newer GPU, as the CPU's 91st percentile ranking (avg score 53620) has more headroom than the GPU's 85th percentile (48477). The CPU's performance (Cinebench R23 35122) suggests it can drive a higher-end GPU without bottlenecking at 1440p or 4K. However, the Socket 1700 platform limits future CPU upgrades to existing 14th Gen parts, so a full platform change (CPU+motherboard+RAM) would be needed for a CPU upgrade beyond the current generation. For the GPU, any card with similar or higher power requirements (300W TDP) will fit within the 700W PSU budget, though higher-end cards may require a PSU upgrade. The PCIe 4.0 x16 interface on the GPU is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes, so no bandwidth bottleneck is expected.