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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14701E + AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

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Top 7% 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
90%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14701E

33,206 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

48,477 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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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

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

# FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i7-14701E and where does it sit in the broader CPU landscape?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E is a desktop processor from the Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R codename) using Intel's 10 nm process node. It achieves an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms roughly 83% of processors in the database. Its average benchmark score of 33206 places it in a tight cluster with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (33201, 0% delta) and AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (33091, 0.3% delta), showing it is competitive with high-end mobile and desktop parts.

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the i7-14701E, and how does that translate to multi-threaded performance?

A: The processor has 8 physical cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 22195 points, while in Cinebench R20 multicore it scores 9321. The PassMark multithread score is 26112, which is a strong indicator of capability in heavily parallel workloads like video rendering and 3D simulation.

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

A: The RX 6800 XT holds an 85th percentile position among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48477. It is 1.5% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47743) and 2.5% ahead of the Intel Arc A550M (49737, delta of -2.5% from the RX 6800 XT's perspective). It trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (49957) by 3% and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001) by 3%.

Q: What memory and PCIe capabilities does the i7-14701E offer?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled. It provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The L3 cache is 33 MB shared, with 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 80 KB of L1 cache per core.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and bandwidth?

A: The RX 6800 XT features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 2000 MHz, which translates to 16 Gbps effective. The GPU also has a game clock of 2015 MHz and a boost clock of 2250 MHz.

Q: Does this build support ray tracing and modern API features?

A: Yes, the RX 6800 XT includes 72 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The GPU's FP32 performance is 20.74 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 41.47 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio). The pixel rate is 288.0 GPixel/s and texture rate is 648.0 GTexel/s.

Q: What is the combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i7-14701E and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is 84, placing it above the individual CPU percentile (83) and just below the GPU percentile (85). This indicates a well-matched pairing where neither component dramatically drags down the overall performance tier.

# Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, the RX 6800 XT's 16 GB GDDR6 memory and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for large textures and high-resolution assets. The GPU's 85th percentile ranking and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3689 suggest it can drive demanding titles at high frame rates, particularly at 1440p where the balance between CPU and GPU loads is more even. The CPU's boost clock of 5.40 GHz ensures strong single-thread responsiveness, which is critical for frame pacing in competitive shooters.

Streaming workloads benefit from the i7-14701E's 16 threads, which can handle encoding alongside game logic. The PassMark data encryption score of 14862 and data compression score of 282939 indicate solid throughput for real-time encoding tasks. The UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU provides a fallback for Quick Sync-style encoding, though the discrete RX 6800 XT with its 72 RT cores and 20.74 TFLOPS FP32 performance will handle most streaming workloads with dedicated hardware.

Video editing is a strong suit for this pairing. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22195 and PassMark multithread score of 26112 show that the CPU can handle timeline scrubbing, effect stacking, and export encoding. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 648.0 GTexel/s texture rate accelerate GPU-accelerated effects and color grading. The 33 MB L3 cache on the CPU helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency in multi-layer edits.

3D rendering and simulation workloads see balanced performance from both components. The CPU's PassMark floating point math score of 61873 and integer math score of 81325 indicate strong compute throughput for physics simulations and geometry processing. The GPU's FP32 20.74 TFLOPS and PassMark GPU compute score of 13245 provide substantial acceleration for ray-traced renders and GPU-based render engines. The 26,800 million transistors on the Navi 21 chip underline its compute density.

Software development benefits from the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, which handle compilation, testing, and container orchestration efficiently. The PassMark extended instructions score of 18528 and random string sorting score of 29158 suggest robust performance for code parsing, regex operations, and data transformation tasks. The dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support allows developers to choose between cost-effective DDR4 or higher-bandwidth DDR5 depending on their build priorities.

For student and office work, the i7-14701E's 65 W TDP and integrated UHD Graphics 770 provide a power-efficient base for productivity tasks. The PassMark single-thread score of 4305 ensures snappy application launches and responsive spreadsheet calculations. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking means it will handle multi-tab browsing, document editing, and light data analysis without breaking a sweat, while the RX 6800 XT remains idle for most office workloads, drawing its 300 W TDP only when needed.

# GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 7 nm process node, packing 26,800 million transistors into a 520 mm² die. The GPU features 4608 shading units, 288 texture mapping units, and 128 render output units, providing a pixel rate of 288.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 648.0 GTexel/s. These specifications place it in the upper tier of the RX 6000 series, with an 85th percentile ranking among all GPUs.

Memory bandwidth is a critical factor for high-resolution gaming and compute workloads. The 16 GB GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus delivers 512.0 GB/s, which is substantial for 4K texture streaming and large dataset processing. The memory clock of 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective) is paired with a game clock of 2015 MHz and boost clock of 2250 MHz, allowing the GPU to maintain high throughput under sustained load. The base clock of 1825 MHz provides a solid foundation for consistent performance.

The RT cores count of 72 is notable for a GPU of this generation, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing in supported titles. The FP32 performance of 20.74 TFLOPS and FP16 of 41.47 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio) indicate strong compute capability for both gaming and professional rendering tasks. The PassMark G3D score of 24980 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3689 demonstrate the GPU's ability to handle modern DirectX 12 workloads with advanced features.

In comparison to its nearest rivals, the RX 6800 XT is 1.5% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47743) and 2.5% ahead of the Intel Arc A550M (49737). It trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (49957) and AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001) by 3% each. This positioning suggests the RX 6800 XT sits in a competitive mid-to-high range, offering strong performance for 1440p and entry-level 4K gaming.

The GPU's display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, and 1x USB Type-C, providing flexible connectivity for multi-monitor setups and VR headsets. The dual-slot design and 2x 8-pin power connectors require a 700 W suggested PSU, which is typical for a GPU with a 300 W TDP. The 267 mm length (10.5 inches) makes it compatible with most mid-tower cases.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The combined percentile of 84 for this CPU+GPU pairing indicates a well-balanced system, but the data reveals subtle bottleneck dynamics depending on the workload. The CPU's 83rd percentile and GPU's 85th percentile are closely aligned, suggesting neither component is a dominant limiting factor in most scenarios. However, the CPU's average benchmark score of 33206 versus the GPU's 48477 shows that the GPU has more absolute compute headroom.

In CPU-bound workloads like software compilation or data compression (PassMark score of 282939), the i7-14701E's 8 cores and 16 threads will be the primary driver. The CPU's boost clock of 5.40 GHz ensures that single-threaded tasks like gaming logic and physics calculations are handled efficiently. The 33 MB L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for workloads that repeatedly access the same data sets.

In GPU-bound workloads like high-resolution gaming or GPU rendering, the RX 6800 XT's 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth become the determining factors. The GPU's 85th percentile ranking means it will handle most modern titles at 1440p with high settings, while the CPU provides enough headroom to avoid stalling the GPU pipeline. The PassMark GPU compute score of 13245 indicates strong compute throughput for tasks like machine learning inference or video encoding.

The bottleneck shifts most noticeably in multi-threaded CPU workloads where the GPU is underutilized. For example, in Cinebench R23 multicore (22195 points), the CPU's 16 threads are fully engaged, while the GPU idles. Conversely, in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 (3689 points), the GPU is the star, and the CPU's role is to feed it with draw calls and geometry data. The 0.3% delta between the i7-14701E and AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (33091) suggests that the CPU's performance is well-matched to the GPU's capabilities.

FPS scaling in gaming is typically GPU-limited at higher resolutions, and the RX 6800 XT's 288.0 GPixel/s pixel rate supports this. At 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance (PassMark score of 4305) becomes more critical for achieving high frame rates, while at 4K, the GPU's memory bandwidth and shading units take precedence. The 3% delta between the RX 6800 XT and RTX 5070 Ti (49957) indicates that in GPU-bound scenarios, the RX 6800 XT will deliver slightly lower frame rates, but the difference is minor.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14701E is a desktop processor from the Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. It uses Intel's 10 nm process node with a die size of 257 mm², and the 8 cores and 16 threads are arranged with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The 65 W TDP makes it a power-efficient choice for a desktop build, and the Intel Socket 1700 compatibility ensures broad motherboard support.

The cache hierarchy is designed for low-latency access: 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration supports the CPU's 83rd percentile ranking by providing fast access to frequently used data. The PassMark single-thread score of 4305 and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 315 reflect strong per-core performance, which is essential for gaming and lightly threaded applications.

In multi-threaded workloads, the CPU delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22195 and Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9321. The PassMark multithread score of 26112 and PassMark physics score of 2399 indicate solid performance in simulation and physics-based tasks. The PassMark integer math score of 81325 and floating point math score of 61873 show balanced compute across different instruction types.

The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support for reliability-critical workloads. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes provides high-bandwidth connectivity for modern GPUs and NVMe storage. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 serves as a fallback display adapter and supports Quick Sync for media encoding, though the discrete RX 6800 XT will handle most graphics tasks.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i7-14701E is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (33201, 0% delta) and AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (33244, -0.1% delta). It is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (33091) and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13650HX (33089). These small deltas indicate that the i7-14701E sits in a highly competitive performance band, where architectural differences rather than raw core counts determine the outcome.

# Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1440p high-refresh monitors will find this pairing ideal. The RX 6800 XT's 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth handle high-resolution textures, while the CPU's 5.40 GHz boost clock ensures consistent frame delivery. The GPU's 85th percentile ranking and the CPU's 83rd percentile mean that neither component will bottleneck the other in most titles, allowing for smooth gameplay at high settings.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 16 threads and the GPU's compute capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22195 accelerates export times, while the GPU's FP32 20.74 TFLOPS and PassMark GPU compute score of 13245 speed up GPU-accelerated effects. The 16 GB VRAM is sufficient for large 4K projects and complex 3D scenes.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's balanced performance across single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks. The PassMark extended instructions score of 18528 and data encryption score of 14862 support code compilation, testing, and security-related workloads. The ECC memory support is a bonus for developers working on data integrity-sensitive applications.

Students and small business users building a workstation will find the i7-14701E's 65 W TDP and integrated graphics appealing for everyday productivity. The PassMark single-thread score of 4305 ensures responsive application usage, while the 33 MB L3 cache keeps multitasking smooth. The RX 6800 XT can be added later if gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads become a priority.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-14701E achieves an average benchmark score of 33206, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. In Cinebench R23, it scores 22195 points multicore and 3133 points single-core. The Cinebench R20 results are 9321 multicore and 1315 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 2237 multicore and 315 single-core. The PassMark suite shows a multithread score of 26112, single-thread score of 4305, and physics score of 2399.

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT has an average benchmark score of 48477, ranking in the 85th percentile of all GPUs. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 3689, while Geekbench Metal shows 181337, OpenCL shows 171304, and Vulkan shows 136875. The PassMark G3D score is 24980, with a GPU compute score of 13245.

The combined percentile for this pairing is 84, indicating that the system as a whole outperforms 84% of all CPU+GPU combinations in the database. The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H, has an average score of 33201 (0% delta), while the GPU's nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile, scores 47743 (1.5% delta from the RX 6800 XT). This creates a system where the CPU and GPU are both slightly above their respective rival clusters, resulting in a cohesive performance profile.

# Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i7-14701E desktop processor with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT graphics card, creating a desktop-class system (buildClass: "desktop"). The CPU is an 8-core, 16-thread part from the Core 14th Gen series with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an RDNA 2.0 architecture card with a 300 W TDP and 16 GB GDDR6 memory. The combined percentile of 84 places this build in the upper tier of desktop systems.

The CPU's 83rd percentile and GPU's 85th percentile are closely matched, suggesting a balanced pairing that avoids significant bottlenecking. The CPU's average benchmark score of 33206 and GPU's 48477 indicate that the GPU provides more raw compute throughput, but the CPU's 5.40 GHz boost clock and 33 MB L3 cache ensure it can keep up with the GPU in gaming and mixed workloads. The system requires a 700 W suggested PSU to accommodate the GPU's 300 W TDP and the CPU's 65 W TDP.

The build targets the desktop market segment, with the CPU using Intel Socket 1700 and the GPU using PCIe 4.0 x16. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, providing flexibility in motherboard and memory choices. The GPU's dual-slot design and 267 mm length (10.5 inches) fit in most mid-tower cases, while the 2x 8-pin power connectors require a compatible PSU.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate expectations are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The RX 6800 XT's 85th percentile ranking and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3689 suggest it can handle modern titles at high settings, while the CPU's 83rd percentile and 5.40 GHz boost clock provide the single-thread performance needed for high frame rates.

At 1080p resolution, the CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 4305 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133 indicate that the i7-14701E can drive high frame rates in CPU-bound titles like esports shooters. The GPU's 288.0 GPixel/s pixel rate ensures that even at high FPS, the rendering pipeline is not starved. Frame rates in this scenario are likely to be GPU-limited at ultra settings, with the CPU providing ample headroom.

At 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU, with the RX 6800 XT's 512.0 GB/s bandwidth and 4608 shading units handling the increased resolution. The GPU's 85th percentile ranking suggests it will deliver smooth gameplay in most AAA titles at high settings. The CPU's 33 MB L3 cache helps maintain consistent frame times by reducing memory latency.

At 4K resolution, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, as the RX 6800 XT's 16 GB VRAM and 648.0 GTexel/s texture rate are pushed to their limits. The 3% delta between the RX 6800 XT and the RTX 5070 Ti (49957) indicates that frame rates will be slightly lower than the newest GPUs, but the 16 GB memory capacity provides future-proofing for 4K texture packs. The CPU's role diminishes at this resolution, with the GPU's compute capabilities determining overall performance.

These estimates are based on the benchmark scores and should be treated as indicative rather than precise measurements. The lack of measured FPS data for this exact pairing means that real-world performance may vary based on game optimization, driver maturity, and system configuration.