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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14700T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

93%

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96%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14700T

41,914 Benchmark Score

Top 7% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

43,223 Benchmark Score

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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

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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 i7-14700T and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER form a desktop pairing that sits near the top of the performance stack according to aggregate benchmark data. The processor holds an 88th percentile rank among all CPUs, while the graphics card holds an 83rd percentile rank among all GPUs, placing this combination in the 86th percentile overall for desktop builds. This is a high-tier configuration built around a low-power processor and a substantial graphics card, a combination that yields a very specific performance profile—one that excels in graphics-heavy tasks but requires careful consideration for CPU-bound workloads.

GPU Analysis

The RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, fabricated by TSMC on a 5 nm process. The die contains 35,800 million transistors across a 294 mm² area. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1980 MHz and boosts to 2475 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). It is equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This bandwidth is a critical figure for high-resolution texture streaming and compute workloads that saturate memory, and it is a strong asset for 1440p and 4K gaming.

The chip's compute resources are substantial: 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. Ray tracing is handled by 56 dedicated RT cores, while AI acceleration is provided by 224 tensor cores. These translate to a pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 554.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 compute throughput is 35.48 TFLOPS, with FP16 running at a 1:1 ratio of 35.48 TFLOPS, indicating that the card does not rely on shader-based rate halving for half-precision work. The API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, covering the full range of modern graphics interfaces.

In benchmark results, the GPU achieves a Passmark G3D score of 29995 and a Passmark DirectX 12 score of 110. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test yields a score of 4627. Compute performance is represented by a Passmark GPU Compute score of 17108 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795. The Geekbench Vulkan score is higher at 205624, suggesting the driver and architecture handle Vulkan's lower-level access particularly well. The average benchmark score for this GPU is 43223, placing it at the 83rd percentile among all GPUs. Compared to its nearest rivals, it is essentially matched with the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (deltaPct -0.1) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile (deltaPct -0.1), while trailing the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile by 1%. This indicates that the RTX 4070 SUPER sits in a performance band that is competitive with professional-grade workstation cards and high-end mobile parts.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25980 and a single-core score of 3667. In R20, the multi-core score is 10911 and single-core is 1540. The older R15 test shows a multi-core score of 2618 and single-core of 369. Passmark results include a multi-thread score of 30571 and a single-thread score of 3905. The CPU's average benchmark score is 41914, ranking it at the 88th percentile among all CPUs. The nearest CPU rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS, has an average score of 41963, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the i7-14700T is essentially tied with it. Other rivals include the Intel Core i7-12850HX (deltaPct 0.3), the AMD Ryzen 5 7400 (deltaPct -0.3), and the Intel Core 7 251TE (deltaPct 0.6). This places the i7-14700T in a tight performance cluster where minor benchmark variations separate the parts, but the overall tier is consistent.

The combined picture for this CPU+GPU pair is one of high overall capability. The GPU's 83rd percentile and the CPU's 88th percentile combine to an 86th percentile for the build. The GPU's average score of 43223 slightly exceeds the CPU's average of 41914, indicating that in synthetic aggregate terms, the graphics card is marginally more powerful than the processor. This is a notable data point for balance analysis, as it suggests the GPU is not overkill for the CPU in every scenario, but rather the two are closely aligned in raw compute potential.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14700T is a 20-core, 28-thread processor from the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². It features a base clock of 1.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, a wide frequency range that allows for significant power savings at idle and high burst performance when needed. The T-series designation is reflected in its 35 W TDP, which is remarkably low for a 20-core part. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory via a dual-channel memory bus, and it includes ECC memory support, which is unusual for a consumer desktop chip and valuable for workstation use. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770, providing a fallback display output. The processor uses the Intel Socket 1700 and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. It launched in January 2024 with an MSRP of $384.

Benchmark results show the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, with Cinebench R23 multi-core at 25980 and Passmark multi-thread at 30571. The single-thread performance is also solid, with R23 single-core at 3667 and Passmark single-thread at 3905. Specialized workloads show high scores in data compression (Passmark 354216) and integer math (Passmark 113854). Floating point math scores 79042, and extended instructions score 20052. Data encryption scores 21277. Physics simulation scores 1946 in Passmark, and random string sorting scores 38546. The find prime numbers test is notably low at 145, which is a typical result for a processor that relies on high clock speeds rather than raw integer throughput on a single thread. These scores indicate that the i7-14700T is a capable multi-threaded workhorse, particularly for tasks that can utilize its 28 threads, while still maintaining competitive single-thread speed for responsive everyday use.

The low base clock of 1.30 GHz is the key trade-off for the 35 W TDP. The processor will spend much of its time at lower frequencies under sustained all-core loads, but the 5.20 GHz boost clock ensures that lighter, single-threaded workloads can still achieve high performance. This makes it an interesting choice for systems where power draw and heat output are as important as raw throughput.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data reveals a nuanced balance. The GPU's average score (43223) is 3.1% higher than the CPU's average score (41914), which suggests a slight lean toward GPU-bound performance in synthetic benchmarks. However, the CPU's 88th percentile rank versus the GPU's 83rd percentile rank indicates that the processor is actually stronger relative to its own market segment than the graphics card is relative to its segment. This means the CPU is a more exceptional part for its class, but the GPU is still the higher absolute performer.

In gaming workloads, the bottleneck will shift depending on resolution and settings. At lower resolutions with high frame rates, the CPU's single-thread performance and 5.20 GHz boost clock will be critical, and the 1.30 GHz base clock may cause occasional frame pacing issues if the power management is too aggressive. However, the high boost clock should mitigate this in most scenarios. At higher resolutions like 4K, the GPU's 504.2 GB/s bandwidth and 12 GB memory will become the limiting factors, and the CPU will have ample headroom to feed frames. The benchmark scores support this: the CPU's Passmark single-thread score of 3905 is strong enough for high-refresh gaming, while the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4627 indicates it can handle heavy graphical loads. For productivity, the balance is more even. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25980 will handle compilation and rendering tasks, while the GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 will accelerate compute-heavy workloads.

The pair rank by FPS is null in the data, confirming that no measured frame data exists for this exact combination. As such, all FPS figures are estimates derived from the benchmark scores.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 3905 in Passmark and boost clock of 5.20 GHz are sufficient to drive high frame rates in most titles, while the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4627 and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth will support high settings at 1440p. At 1080p, the CPU may become a limiting factor in esports titles where frame rates exceed 200 FPS, but the overall experience will be strong.

Streaming: The GPU's 224 tensor cores and 35.48 TFLOPS FP16 performance provide ample headroom for hardware-accelerated encoding and AI-based enhancements. The CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads can handle the encoding load simultaneously without crippling game performance, though the 35 W TDP may require careful power management to avoid clock throttling during simultaneous gaming and streaming.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25980 and Passmark data compression score of 354216 indicate strong performance in codec-heavy workloads. The GPU's 12 GB of memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth will accelerate timeline rendering and effects, making this a capable editor for 4K footage. The ECC memory support is a bonus for long render sessions where data integrity matters.

3D rendering: The GPU's FP32 throughput of 35.48 TFLOPS and 56 RT cores are well-suited for GPU-accelerated renderers. The CPU's 28 threads will handle scene preparation and physics simulation, with Passmark physics scoring 1946. The combined performance suggests this build can handle moderate-to-complex scenes in Blender or similar software, though the CPU's low base clock may slow final CPU-only renders.

Software development: The CPU's 28 threads and 33 MB L3 cache provide strong compilation performance, with Passmark integer math scoring 113854. The GPU is largely irrelevant for most development tasks, but the UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU provides a fallback if the discrete card is disabled. The 35 W TDP is attractive for quiet office environments.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread performance of 3667 in Cinebench R23 ensures snappy response in office suites, while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 can handle basic display tasks without the discrete GPU. The 35 W TDP makes this an energy-efficient choice for a desk that runs all day. The 88th percentile CPU rank means it will outperform most office machines, and the GPU is overkill for this scenario but provides future-proofing for any media work.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination; the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows. All FPS figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 29995 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4627 indicate strong 1440p performance. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score of 3905 suggests it can feed the GPU adequately in most titles. At 1080p, expect high refresh rates in competitive shooters, with the CPU's 5.20 GHz boost clock driving frame rates. At 1440p, the GPU's 504.2 GB/s bandwidth will be the primary factor, supporting high settings in AAA titles. At 4K, the 12 GB memory and 192-bit bus may limit performance in the most demanding titles, but the card should still deliver playable frame rates with adjusted settings. The 1.30 GHz base clock is a concern for frame time consistency; if the CPU's power management causes clock drops during gaming, users may see stutter. However, the high boost clock should keep this rare in practice.

Who Should Build It

This build targets gamers who primarily play at 1440p and want a card with strong ray tracing performance, as indicated by the 56 RT cores and DirectX 12 Ultimate support. It is also suited for content creators who need a balance of CPU and GPU compute, with the CPU's 28 threads for editing and the GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS for rendering. Software developers will appreciate the CPU's 20 cores for compilation, and the ECC memory support is a rare feature for a desktop. Small business workstations can leverage the 35 W TDP for low power draw, while the GPU can accelerate CUDA-based applications. Students in STEM fields will find the GPU useful for machine learning tasks via tensor cores, and the CPU's 88th percentile rank ensures it handles any academic software. It is not ideal for users who prioritize raw multi-threaded CPU performance above all else, as the 35 W TDP limits sustained all-core clocks compared to higher-TDP parts.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and why does it matter?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700T has a TDP of 35 W. This is a low power draw for a 20-core processor, which means it generates less heat and requires less cooling, making it suitable for compact or quiet builds. However, it also means the base clock is only 1.30 GHz, so sustained all-core workloads will run at lower frequencies than a higher-TDP part.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4070 SUPER have?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This is sufficient for 1440p gaming and most 4K textures, but some future titles may require more memory for maximum settings at 4K.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock and how does it affect performance?

A: The CPU has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. This is a high frequency for single-threaded workloads, and it helps achieve a Passmark single-thread score of 3905, which is critical for gaming and responsive application performance.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-14700T supports ECC memory. This is a feature typically found in server or workstation processors, and it provides error correction for critical data, which is beneficial for long-running compute tasks or file servers.

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

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture and is manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. The die contains 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² area, with 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores.

Q: How does this CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS?

A: The average benchmark score for the i7-14700T is 41914, while the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS scores 41963. This results in a deltaPct of -0.1%, meaning the two processors are statistically tied in overall performance.

Q: What is the combined percentile rank of this build?

A: The CPU holds an 88th percentile rank among all CPUs, and the GPU holds an 83rd percentile rank among all GPUs. The combined build percentile is 86, placing it in the top tier of desktop configurations.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i7-14700T with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. The CPU is a 20-core, 28-thread processor from the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, with a 35 W TDP and a 5.20 GHz boost clock. The GPU is an Ada Lovelace architecture card with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 7168 shading units. The combined percentile of 86 places this build in the upper echelon of desktop systems, with the CPU ranking 88th percentile and the GPU ranking 83rd percentile. This is a high-tier configuration that offers a strong balance of multi-threaded CPU performance and substantial GPU compute, suitable for demanding gaming and productivity workloads.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14700T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

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