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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14701E + AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE

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93 Score

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93 / 100

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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%

GPU

96%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14701E

33,206 Benchmark Score

Top 10% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE

42,723 Benchmark Score

Top 4% 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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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

1080p Med eSports

0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i7-14701E and AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE form a desktop pairing where the CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking matches the GPU’s 83rd percentile, creating a balanced platform with no single component acting as a clear bottleneck across most workloads. However, the benchmark data reveals a nuanced relationship: the CPU’s single-threaded performance is exceptional, while the GPU’s 8 GB memory capacity and 128-bit bus suggest potential constraints in specific scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions or with texture-heavy content.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Core i7-14701E and the Radeon RX 7650 GRE is best understood through their respective percentile positions. Both components sit at the 83rd percentile against all CPUs and GPUs, respectively, indicating that neither part dramatically outclasses the other on a global scale. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 33206 places it within a tight cluster of rivals, with a delta of just 0.4% against the Intel Core i7-13650HX and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX. This near-tie suggests that the CPU’s performance ceiling is well-defined and consistent.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 42723 is 1.2% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER and 1.3% behind the NVIDIA Quadro M6000, indicating that the RX 7650 GRE operates in a competitive tier. In gaming workloads, the CPU’s high single-core score of 3133 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4305 in PassMark single-thread will rarely limit frame rates, as most games rely heavily on a few threads. Conversely, the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2336 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 83109 define the graphical ceiling.

A potential bottleneck emerges in multi-threaded productivity tasks that also stress the GPU, such as 3D rendering with GPU acceleration. The CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads deliver a PassMark multithread score of 26112, which is robust but not dominant; when paired with the GPU’s 22.08 TFLOPS FP32 performance, the system’s overall throughput will be limited by whichever resource is saturated first. For pure gaming, the data suggests the GPU is the primary limiter at 1440p or 4K, but at 1080p, the CPU’s 5.40 GHz boost clock can push frame rates higher, potentially exposing the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM as a constraint in modern titles.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-14701E delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and a single-core score of 3133, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. The R20 results show 9321 multi-core and 1315 single-core, while the older R15 benchmark yields 2237 multi-core and 315 single-core. These scores indicate a processor that excels in lightly-threaded tasks, with the single-core performance being particularly strong for gaming and everyday responsiveness. The PassMark suite reinforces this: single-thread score of 4305, multithread score of 26112, and an average benchmark score of 33206.

The Radeon RX 7650 GRE’s benchmark results are more sparse but telling. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2336 represents a modern DirectX 12 workload, while the Geekbench OpenCL score of 83109 measures raw compute throughput. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 42723 puts it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs, with nearest rivals including the RTX 4070 SUPER at 43223 (1.2% higher) and the RTX 5050 Mobile at 43268 (1.3% higher). The combined picture shows a system where the CPU and GPU are closely matched in percentile terms, but the CPU’s single-thread dominance is more pronounced than the GPU’s relative standing.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14701E is a Raptor Lake-R part built on a 10 nm process, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock of 2.60 GHz boosts to 5.40 GHz, which explains the strong single-thread results. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3, providing ample fast memory for workloads that fit within these capacities. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support as a notable feature for reliability-focused builds.

The benchmark scores translate to real-world performance: a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 is competitive for 8-core parts, while the single-core score of 3133 is exceptional. The PassMark data compression score of 282939 and encryption score of 14862 indicate strong throughput for file archiving and security tasks. The integer math score of 81325 and floating point math score of 61873 show balanced compute capabilities. The processor’s 65 W TDP is remarkably low for this level of performance, suggesting efficient power delivery and modest cooling requirements. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output, though the discrete GPU will be used for all demanding workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core i7-14701E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, offering high bandwidth for modern GPUs and NVMe drives. The platform’s ECC memory support is unusual for consumer parts, making it suitable for workstation builds where data integrity is critical. The 65 W TDP keeps power consumption low, and the GPU’s suggested PSU of 450 W means a modest power supply is sufficient for the entire system.

A sensible next upgrade would be to increase memory capacity or speed, as the dual-channel configuration with DDR5 support can improve bandwidth-bound workloads. The GPU’s PCIe 4.0 x8 interface is fully compatible with the CPU’s Gen 5 lanes, though a future GPU upgrade would benefit from the higher bandwidth. The platform’s active production status and recent release date (2024-06-30 for CPU, 2025-02-06 for GPU) suggest that driver and BIOS support will continue for some time. The CPU’s locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked: false) limits overclocking, but the high boost clock already provides strong out-of-box performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s single-core performance compared to its multi-core?

A: The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 3133, while the multi-core score is 22195. The single-core performance is strong relative to the multi-core, which is typical for an 8-core part with a 5.40 GHz boost clock.

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

A: The RX 7650 GRE’s average benchmark score of 42723 is 1.2% behind the RTX 4070 SUPER and 1.3% behind the RTX 5050 Mobile, placing it in a competitive tier within the 83rd percentile of all GPUs.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Core i7-14701E supports ECC memory, a feature more common in workstation platforms, which is notable for a desktop part.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is adequate for 1080p gaming but may limit high-resolution texture workloads.

Q: What is the combined percentile ranking of this CPU+GPU pair?

A: The combined percentile is 83, indicating that this pairing sits above the majority of systems but is not in the top tier.

Q: What is the CPU’s TDP and what does it imply for cooling?

A: The CPU’s TDP is 65 W, which is low for an 8-core part, implying that a modest air cooler would suffice. The GPU’s TDP is 170 W, with a suggested PSU of 450 W.

Q: Are there any measured FPS figures for this exact combination?

A: No, there are no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the data. All FPS discussions must be treated as estimates derived from the benchmark scores.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for the Intel Core i7-14701E and AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE combination, so all frame rate figures are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133 suggests it will not bottleneck most games, while the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2336 indicates solid DirectX 12 performance. At 1080p resolution, the CPU’s high boost clock of 5.40 GHz can drive high frame rates in esports titles, with the GPU’s 22.08 TFLOPS FP32 providing ample raw power. At 1440p, the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth become more significant, potentially limiting texture quality in demanding titles. The GPU’s 32 RT cores and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate enable ray tracing, but the performance impact will be noticeable given the GPU’s mid-range positioning. For competitive gaming, the combination is well-suited, but for 4K or ray-traced AAA titles, the GPU will be the primary constraint.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming at 1080p is an ideal scenario for this pairing, as the CPU’s single-thread score of 4305 in PassMark can feed frames quickly, and the GPU’s 22.08 TFLOPS FP32 handles the rendering. Streaming is viable given the CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads, which can encode video while gaming, though the lack of dedicated encoder information means software encoding will rely on the CPU’s multithread score of 26112. Video editing benefits from the CPU’s strong multi-core performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core of 22195) and the GPU’s OpenCL score of 83109 for accelerated effects. 3D rendering is well-supported by the CPU’s integer math score of 81325 and the GPU’s FP32 throughput, though the 8 GB VRAM limits scene complexity. Software development sees strong performance from the CPU’s data compression score of 282939, which speeds up compilation and build tasks. Student and office work is more than adequately served, with the CPU’s single-thread performance ensuring responsive applications and the low 65 W TDP keeping systems quiet and cool.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core i7-14701E with the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE, creating a system that sits at the 83rd combined percentile. The CPU is a Raptor Lake-R part with 8 cores and 16 threads, a 5.40 GHz boost clock, and a 65 W TDP. The GPU is a Navi 33 chip on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 22.08 TFLOPS FP32, and a 170 W TDP. The pairing is balanced in percentile terms, with the CPU’s average benchmark score of 33206 and the GPU’s 42723 placing both in the upper-mid range of their respective categories. This is a capable desktop system for gaming and productivity, but it is not a top-tier enthusiast build, as indicated by the 83rd percentile rather than a higher ranking.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1080p high-refresh displays will find this build well-suited, given the CPU’s single-thread strength and the GPU’s 22.08 TFLOPS FP32. Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads, with Cinebench R23 multi-core of 22195, and the GPU’s OpenCL compute. Developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU’s data compression score of 282939 and integer math score of 81325. Students and professionals needing a reliable workstation for office tasks will find the CPU’s single-thread score of 4305 more than sufficient. Small business workstations requiring ECC memory support will find the CPU’s feature set unique for this class. The system’s 83rd percentile combined ranking makes it a solid mid-range choice for users who need balanced CPU and GPU performance without the cost of top-tier components.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE is built on the Navi 33 chip using the RDNA 3.0 architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC. It contains 13,300 million transistors on a 204 mm² die, with a transistor density of 65.2M per mm². The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Clock speeds are a base of 1720 MHz, a game clock of 2350 MHz, and a boost clock of 2695 MHz, with memory running at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective). The GPU features 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, 64 ROPs, and 32 RT cores, with pixel rate of 172.5 GPixel/s and texture rate of 345.0 GTexel/s.

The benchmark scores show a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2336 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 83109, placing the GPU in the 83rd percentile. The nearest rivals include the RTX 4070 SUPER (1.2% faster) and the RTX 5050 Mobile (1.3% faster), indicating the RX 7650 GRE is within striking distance of higher-tier parts. For rendering, the FP32 performance of 22.08 TFLOPS is substantial, but the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus will limit large scenes or high-resolution textures. The 32 RT cores enable ray tracing, but the performance is likely to be modest compared to NVIDIA parts in the same class. The GPU’s 170 W TDP and suggested 450 W PSU make it power-efficient, and its dual-slot design with a single 8-pin connector simplifies installation. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1a and 3x DisplayPort 2.1, supporting modern monitors.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14701E + AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE

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