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CPU
93%
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GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14700T

41,914 Benchmark Score
Top 7% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 6700

30,433 Benchmark Score
Top 6% 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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70-89

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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# Intel Core i7-14700T + AMD Radeon RX 6700

This pairing combines a 20-core, 28-thread desktop processor with a mid-range Radeon RX 6000-series GPU, targeting a balanced 1080p and 1440p gaming rig with substantial multi-threaded compute headroom. The data shows no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination, so all frame rate discussions below are estimates derived from the CPU and GPU benchmark scores, not direct gameplay measurements. The processor sits in the 88th percentile among all CPUs, while the graphics card lands in the 75th percentile among all GPUs, placing the overall build at the 82nd combined percentile.

Gaming Performance

Since the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU-GPU pairing, gaming performance must be inferred from synthetic benchmarks. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 18,931 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,014 indicate a card capable of handling modern titles at high settings, though not at maximum presets for the most demanding releases. The RX 6700's 11.29 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 320.0 GB/s memory bandwidth suggest it can deliver smooth frame rates at 1080p ultra settings in most games, with playable performance at 1440p when settings are adjusted from ultra to high.

The CPU's single-core strength, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,667 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3,905, provides the per-thread responsiveness that gaming workloads require. Multi-core headroom from the 20 cores and 28 threads ensures that background tasks, game overlays, and streaming software will not starve the GPU of data. In CPU-bound scenarios such as esports titles or games with heavy physics simulation, the i7-14700T's boost clock of 5.20 GHz should prevent the processor from becoming a limiting factor.

At 1080p resolution, the GPU is likely the primary determinant of frame rates in most titles, and the RX 6700's 2,450 MHz boost clock and 156.8 GPixel/s pixel rate position it well for high-refresh 1080p gaming. At 1440p, the 160-bit memory bus and 10 GB GDDR6 frame buffer may constrain performance in texture-heavy titles, but the 352.8 GTexel/s texture rate helps maintain detail throughput. The absence of measured FPS data means these are estimates, but the benchmark scores collectively suggest a 1080p-optimized gaming system with acceptable 1440p capability.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The combination of a 5.20 GHz boost clock and a GPU with 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 performance supports competitive gaming at 1080p with high frame rates. The PassMark G3D score of 18,931 places this GPU well above entry-level options, and the CPU's single-thread score of 3,905 ensures minimal frame pacing issues in CPU-bound scenes.

Streaming: The 20-core, 28-thread configuration provides ample parallel resources for encoding workloads alongside gaming. A PassMark multithread score of 30,571 indicates the CPU can handle simultaneous game rendering and x264 encoding without significant performance degradation, though dedicated hardware encoders on the GPU could offload this work if desired.

Video editing: Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,980 and PassMark integer math score of 113,854 demonstrate strong throughput for timeline scrubbing, effects rendering, and export tasks. The GPU's 22.58 TFLOPS FP16 performance (2:1 ratio) accelerates preview rendering in OpenCL-supported applications, as shown by a Geekbench OpenCL score of 97,841.

3D rendering: The CPU's 25,980 Cinebench R23 multi-core result and 11,291 FP32 GPU TFLOPS provide a dual-path rendering capability. The GPU's 36 ray accelerators support hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and the PassMark GPU compute score of 8,240 indicates solid general-purpose compute performance for viewport rendering.

Software development: PassMark data compression score of 354,216 and data encryption score of 21,277 show strong performance for build servers, code compilation, and cryptographic operations. The 33 MB shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache reduce memory latency for frequently accessed code paths.

Student and office work: The 35W TDP of the CPU makes this an energy-efficient choice for all-day academic use, while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output if the discrete GPU is not needed. PassMark single-thread score of 3,905 ensures snappy application launches and responsive multitasking for document-heavy workloads.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 41,914, placing it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS at 41,963 (0.1% faster), while it edges out the Intel Core i7-12850HX at 41,779 (0.3% slower). The AMD Ryzen 5 7400 scores 42,055 (0.3% faster) and the Intel Core 7 251TE scores 41,650 (0.6% slower). These tight margins indicate the i7-14700T sits at a competitive performance plateau where component selection matters less than workload optimization.

The GPU achieves an average benchmark score of 30,433, placing it in the 75th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA CMP 70HX at 30,476 (0.1% faster), the NVIDIA Tesla M60 at 30,490 (0.2% faster), the AMD Radeon RX 6800 at 30,095 (1.1% slower), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti at 29,945 (1.6% slower). The GPU's percentile position is notably lower than the CPU's, indicating the graphics card is the weaker link in this pairing.

The combined percentile of 82 reflects a system where the CPU outperforms the GPU in relative standing. This creates an asymmetric profile: the processor can feed the graphics card effectively, but the GPU may not fully utilize the CPU's headroom in all scenarios. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,980 is substantially higher than typical gaming workloads require, while the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,014 indicates mid-tier gaming performance.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1080p high-refresh monitors will find this pairing well-suited, as the GPU's 75th percentile standing handles most titles at high settings while the CPU's 88th percentile ensures frame times remain consistent. Those playing at 1440p should expect to adjust settings from ultra to high for demanding games, given the GPU's 10 GB memory capacity and 160-bit bus width. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 20-core configuration, with Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,980 providing substantial export speed.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the PassMark integer math score of 113,854 and data compression score of 354,216, which accelerate build pipelines and data processing tasks. Students seeking a versatile desktop for coursework, light gaming, and occasional rendering will find the 35W CPU TDP allows for efficient cooling solutions, while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a backup display option. Small business workstations handling spreadsheets, databases, and multi-threaded office applications will see strong performance from the PassMark multithread score of 30,571.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14700T belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture with a Raptor Lake-R codename. It features 20 cores and 28 threads, with a base clock of 1.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The 35W TDP is notably low for a desktop processor with this core count, indicating a power-efficient design that trades sustained multi-core speed for thermal headroom. The 10 nm process node and 257 mm² die size are shared with other Raptor Lake refresh parts.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache, providing 2 MB more L3 than many previous-generation competitors. This cache configuration helps maintain high memory throughput for workloads that exhibit locality, as evidenced by the PassMark random string sorting score of 38,546. The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled — a feature that appeals to workstation users.

Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2,618 and single-core score of 369 show consistent scaling from older to newer benchmark versions, with R20 multi-core at 10,911 and single-core at 1,540, and R23 multi-core at 25,980 and single-core at 3,667. The PassMark physics score of 1,946 and find prime numbers score of 145 indicate moderate performance in specialized scientific workloads, while floating point math at 79,042 and extended instructions at 20,052 demonstrate broad compute capability. The processor's 88th percentile ranking places it just below flagship desktop parts but above most laptop-class processors, and the 0.1% to 0.6% deltas from its nearest rivals suggest that users will not notice meaningful differences between this CPU and its closest alternatives.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's core and thread configuration?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads, with a base clock of 1.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

Q: How much VRAM does the RX 6700 have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the CPU's benchmark percentile compared to other processors?

A: The i7-14700T sits in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 41,914.

Q: Does the GPU support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RX 6700 has 36 ray accelerators, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6.

Q: What socket does the CPU use and what memory types are supported?

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

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all graphics cards?

A: The RX 6700 ranks in the 75th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30,433.

Q: What is the recommended power supply for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU for the RX 6700 is 450 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 175 W with a single 8-pin power connector.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a clear imbalance between CPU and GPU performance tiers. The CPU's 88th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 75th percentile means the graphics card is the limiting factor in most gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads. In 1080p gaming, the CPU's single-core score of 3,905 and boost clock of 5.20 GHz will rarely bottleneck the GPU, but at lower resolutions or in esports titles where frame rates exceed the GPU's rendering capacity, the CPU may become the constraint.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,014 and PassMark G3D score of 18,931 are consistent with a mid-range card that will limit frame rates in demanding titles, particularly at 1440p where the 160-bit memory bus and 10 GB VRAM capacity may cause texture streaming bottlenecks. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,980 is far above what gaming workloads typically require, so multi-threaded game engines will find ample headroom. Conversely, the GPU's PassMark GPU compute score of 8,240 is modest compared to the CPU's PassMark multithread score of 30,571, indicating that compute-heavy tasks like rendering or machine learning inference will be GPU-limited.

The combined percentile of 82 reflects a system where the CPU boosts the overall tier above what the GPU alone would achieve. This asymmetry is acceptable for users who prioritize CPU-intensive productivity tasks alongside gaming, but those seeking maximum gaming frame rates should note that the GPU will be the primary constraint in most scenarios.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i7-14700T with the AMD Radeon RX 6700, creating a system that targets the upper-mid range of performance. The CPU's 88th percentile and the GPU's 75th percentile combine for an overall 82nd percentile ranking, placing this build comfortably above the median gaming PC while not reaching the top tier of enthusiast hardware. The processor's 20 cores and 28 threads, combined with the GPU's 2,304 shading units and 64 ROPs, make this a well-rounded system for both gaming and productivity workloads.

The CPU's low 35W TDP is a defining characteristic, allowing for compact cooling solutions and reduced power draw, while the GPU's 175W TDP brings the total system power to a manageable level that a 450W power supply can support. The Raptor Lake architecture's boost clock of 5.20 GHz provides strong single-threaded performance, while the RDNA 2.0 GPU architecture with 36 ray accelerators offers modern rendering features. This build sits in a sweet spot for users who want substantial multi-core processing power without the power consumption and cooling requirements of flagship desktop parts.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with the Navi 22 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It features 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units, with a base clock of 1,941 MHz, a game clock of 2,174 MHz, and a boost clock of 2,450 MHz. The 10 GB GDDR6 memory runs at 2,000 MHz (16 Gbps effective) across a 160-bit bus, yielding 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has 36 ray accelerators for hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and its FP32 performance is 11.29 TFLOPS with FP16 at 22.58 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio).

The benchmark results show a card that performs best in traditional rasterization workloads. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,014 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 83,974 indicate solid DirectX 12 and Vulkan performance, while the Geekbench OpenCL score of 97,841 and Metal score of 122,223 demonstrate strong compute capabilities across different APIs. The PassMark DirectX 11 score of 166 versus DirectX 12 score of 71 suggests the card is better optimized for legacy API pipelines, though modern games should still see acceptable performance. The PassMark G2D score of 936 and G3D score of 18,931 round out the profile, with the GPU compute score of 8,240 confirming its utility for general-purpose compute tasks.

The GPU's 75th percentile ranking places it slightly above the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (1.6% faster) and AMD Radeon RX 6800 (1.1% faster) in average benchmark score, though these margins are within run-to-run variance. The card's 10 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p ultra settings and most 1440p high settings, but 4K gaming would require significant settings reductions. The 156.8 GPixel/s pixel rate and 352.8 GTexel/s texture rate provide ample fill for high-resolution rendering, while the dual-slot design and 267 mm length make it compatible with most mid-tower cases.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-14700T uses the LGA 1700 socket, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, enabling high-bandwidth connectivity for next-generation storage and graphics cards. The CPU's ECC memory support adds reliability for workstation use, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a display output even without the discrete GPU installed.

The GPU connects via PCIe 4.0 x16 and requires a 450W power supply, which is modest for a mid-range card. The 175W TDP and single 8-pin power connector mean most modern power supplies will have ample headroom. The GPU's display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, supporting multiple monitor configurations.

For a sensible next upgrade, the GPU is the more likely candidate given its 75th percentile standing. Replacing the RX 6700 with a higher-tier card would better utilize the CPU's 88th percentile headroom, as the current GPU is the primary bottleneck in gaming workloads. The CPU's 35W TDP and solid multi-core performance suggest it has several years of useful life remaining, and the LGA 1700 platform supports memory and storage upgrades without changing the motherboard. The 450W suggested PSU leaves limited headroom for a significantly more powerful GPU, so a power supply upgrade would likely accompany a graphics card upgrade.