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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14700HX + Intel Arc A770M

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92 Score

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92 / 100

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Top 8% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

93%

GPU

90%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14700HX

45,953 Benchmark Score

Top 7% Market Ranking

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Intel Arc A770M

18,383 Benchmark Score

Top 10% Market Ranking

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0-30

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30-60

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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

High-End

1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

1440p Ultra 4K High

50-69

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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

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0-29

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720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i7-14700HX paired with the Intel Arc A770M in a laptop configuration represents a unique high-core-count CPU with a mid-range mobile GPU. The combined percentile of 76 places this pairing above the majority of systems in the database, but the data reveals a significant imbalance between the processor's top-tier compute capabilities and the graphics card's more modest standing. The CPU’s 89th percentile ranking contrasts sharply with the GPU’s 62nd percentile, indicating a build where the processor is the dominant component. This analysis interprets the available benchmark data, including synthetic scores and estimated performance, to provide a verdict on the system’s capabilities.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data presents a clear picture: this is a system with exceptional processor muscle and adequate graphical power. The Core i7-14700HX achieves an average benchmark score of 45,953, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. This score is essentially tied with the AMD EPYC 7303, which scores 45,960 (0% delta), and the AMD EPYC 4364P at 45,970 (0% delta). The data shows it is also marginally ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, which trails by -0.2%, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235, also at -0.2% lower. In multi-core workloads, the CPU demonstrates its strength with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24,595, while its single-core capability is shown by a score of 2,103 in the same test.

The GPU, the Intel Arc A770M, presents a different narrative. Its average benchmark score is 18,383, which places it in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. It is nearly identical in performance to the AMD Radeon RX 460, which scores 18,373, a 0.1% difference, and the AMD FirePro D500, which is -0.8% lower. The data shows it is slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 by 1.1% and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile by 1.2%. The combined picture is one of a high-performance CPU constrained by a mid-range GPU, meaning the system's overall capability is defined by the graphics card in most real-world usage.

In specific benchmarks, the CPU’s dominance is clear. It scores 13,059 in Cinebench R20 multi-core and 1,843 in the single-core test. Its Geekbench scores of 14,390 (multi-core) and 2,116 (single-core) further reinforce its strong position. The GPU’s performance in synthetic tests, such as a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,278 and a Passmark G3D score of 11,774, shows it is a competent DirectX 12 performer, but it does not reach the high-end tier suggested by its 16GB of memory. The data indicates a system that will excel in CPU-bound tasks like compilation, rendering, and scientific computing, while GPU-bound tasks like high-resolution gaming or complex 3D rendering will be the limiting factor.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A770M is built on the Xe-HPG architecture and uses the DG2-512 chip, manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC. The GPU is equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a substantial memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s. Its core clocks are listed at a base of 1650 MHz and a boost of 2050 MHz. The memory runs at 2000 MHz, which translates to 16 Gbps effective. With 4096 shading units, 256 TMUs, and 128 ROPs, the A770M has a peak FP32 performance of 16.79 TFLOPS and a texture rate of 524.8 GTexel/s.

The data shows the A770M includes 32 ray tracing cores, but no tensor cores are listed. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring modern API compatibility. The benchmark results indicate that the GPU’s performance is solid for a mid-range mobile part. Its Geekbench OpenCL score of 89,494 and Vulkan score of 74,422 are respectable. The Passmark DirectX 12 score of 70 and DirectX 11 score of 69 are close, suggesting consistent performance across these APIs. For rendering tasks, the 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth are significant advantages for large textures and complex scenes, but the raw compute power is not in the top tier, as its 62nd percentile ranking suggests. The GPU is an end-of-life product, which means driver optimizations may not be a focus for future titles.

FAQ

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

A: The build has a combined percentile of 76, indicating it outperforms 76% of all systems in the database.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i7-14700HX has an average score of 45,953, which is essentially identical to the AMD EPYC 7303 and AMD EPYC 4364P, both with a 0% delta. It is also 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and Intel Core Ultra 5 235.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile and how does it compare to the RTX 3060 Mobile?

A: The Intel Arc A770M is in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. It is 1.2% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, with an average score of 18,383 versus 18,159.

Q: How much memory bandwidth does the Intel Arc A770M have?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s, achieved with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-14700HX supports ECC memory as per the fact pack.

Q: What is the CPU's architecture and process node?

A: The CPU is based on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-HX refresh) and is manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel.

Q: Is the GPU production status active?

A: No, the Intel Arc A770M has a production status of "End-of-life."

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is based on the Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a mobile-specific socket, meaning the CPU is soldered to the motherboard. This significantly limits the upgrade path for the processor itself. The system supports Dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility but no room for expansion beyond the installed modules. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes for the primary device, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface. This configuration is standard for a laptop and does not offer user-upgradeable slots.

The CPU has a TDP of 55 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 120 W, for a combined thermal design power of 175 W for the core components. The fact pack does not list a suggested PSU for this mobile GPU, as it is an integrated part of a laptop. For users considering upgrades, the data indicates the primary limitation is the GPU, as the CPU has significant headroom. However, since this is a laptop (buildClass), the practical upgrade path is limited to external GPUs, which would be constrained by the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface. A sensible next upgrade, if possible, would be to focus on a system with a more powerful GPU to balance the CPU's capabilities, though the data does not specify any compatible alternatives. The platform's memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 suggests that the choice of memory type is a critical factor in overall system performance, though specific benchmarks for this are not available.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU-GPU combination, and the dataIsMeasured flag is false. Therefore, all FPS figures here are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 11,774 and its 62nd percentile ranking indicate it is a mid-range performer. In synthetic tests, it is 1.2% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, which provides a reference point for expected performance.

Based on this data, the system should handle 1080p gaming at high settings in most titles, with the CPU ensuring high frame rates in less GPU-intensive games. The 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth are more than sufficient for 1080p and 1440p textures. For 1440p gaming, the A770M will likely deliver playable frame rates, but may require lowering settings to high or medium in the most demanding AAA titles. At 4K, the GPU’s compute power will be a limiting factor, and the system is not recommended for high-refresh-rate 4K gaming. The CPU's strong single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,103) will help maintain high minimum frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The overall experience is expected to be that of a solid 1080p gaming laptop with enough power for 1440p at moderate settings.

Who Should Build It

This laptop configuration targets users who prioritize CPU-intensive workloads but still need a capable GPU for moderate gaming or content creation. The 20-core, 28-thread processor makes it ideal for developers compiling large codebases, students running complex simulations, and small business workstations handling data analysis or virtualization. The high multi-core scores, such as 24,595 in Cinebench R23 and 14,390 in Geekbench, show it can handle heavy parallel tasks with ease.

For content creators, the system is suitable for video editing and 3D modeling, where the CPU is the primary workhorse and the GPU accelerates rendering tasks like ray tracing or effects. The 16 GB VRAM is a strong asset for working with large textures and high-resolution video. Gamers at 1080p will find the system capable of high-refresh-rate gaming in esports titles and most AAA games at high settings. Those who play at 1440p can expect a good experience, but may need to adjust settings. It is not suited for high-end 4K gaming or professional 3D rendering where the GPU is the bottleneck. The data suggests that this is a workstation-class CPU paired with an entry-level-to-midrange mobile GPU, making it a great choice for professionals and power users who game occasionally.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data clearly indicates that the Intel Arc A770M is the primary bottleneck in this system for most gaming and graphics workloads. The GPU is in the 62nd percentile, while the CPU is in the 89th percentile, a 27-point disparity. In GPU-bound tasks, the Arc A770M will limit frame rates, meaning the CPU’s power will be underutilized. For example, in a game at 1440p, the GPU’s performance, which is only 1.2% faster than the RTX 3060 Mobile, will be the determining factor for FPS, not the CPU.

Conversely, the CPU will be the limiting factor in tasks that do not rely on the GPU. In productivity workloads like data compression (Passmark data compression score of 438,539) or encryption (Passmark data encryption score of 26,092), the GPU is not involved, and the CPU’s high core count will drive performance. The FPS scaling between 1080p and 4K would show a steep drop-off, as the GPU is increasingly stressed. The system's combined percentile of 76 is a compromise between these two extremes. The data suggests that to achieve a balanced system, a user would need a significantly more powerful GPU, but this is not feasible in a laptop. Therefore, the system is best understood as a CPU-first platform, and users should expect the GPU to be the limiting factor in all graphics-intensive applications.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build (buildClass) that pairs an Intel Core i7-14700HX processor with an Intel Arc A770M graphics card. The CPU is a 20-core, 28-thread mobile processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, and the GPU is a mobile graphics card from Intel’s Arc Alchemist generation. The combined percentile of 76 places this system in the upper quartile of all systems in the database, but the component percentiles (89th for CPU, 62nd for GPU) reveal a significant performance gap. This is a high-performance workstation-class CPU paired with a mid-range GPU. The overall tier is one of a capable productivity machine that can also handle mainstream gaming and content creation. It is not a high-end gaming rig, but it is a powerful computing platform for users who need massive CPU throughput. The pairing is unique in that it prioritizes processor performance over graphics, making it a logical choice for computationally intensive tasks.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14700HX is a mobile processor from the Core 14th Gen series, featuring 20 cores and 28 threads. It has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with a 55 W TDP. The architecture is Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX refresh, manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel. The die size is 257 mm², and it features a substantial 33 MB of shared L3 cache, along with 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 80 KB of L1 cache per core. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and has ECC memory support. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Benchmark results show the CPU’s exceptional performance. It scores 24,595 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,103 in single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 14,390 multi-core and 2,116 single-core. The Passmark multithread score is 36,566, and the single-thread score is 3,947. These numbers place it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. In real workloads, this means the i7-14700HX will excel in multi-threaded applications like video rendering, 3D modeling, and software compilation, where its 20 cores can be fully utilized. Its single-thread performance, while strong, is not its defining feature, but it ensures snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks. The CPU’s performance is on par with server-class AMD EPYC processors, indicating it is a top-tier mobile compute solution. Its high core count and cache size make it ideal for complex simulations and heavy multitasking, solidifying its position as a workstation-grade processor in a laptop form factor.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14700HX + Intel Arc A770M

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