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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14701E + Intel Arc A580

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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
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-14701E

33,206 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A580

57,756 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
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

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i7-14701E and Intel Arc A580 form a desktop pairing that sits at the 85th combined percentile among all CPU-GPU combinations, indicating a system positioned well above the median for both productivity and gaming workloads. The processor, a Raptor Lake-R part with 8 cores and 16 threads, reaches a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the graphics card, based on the Xe-HPG architecture, offers 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus. Benchmark data shows the CPU holding an 83rd percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU at an 87th percentile ranking among all graphics cards, making this a balanced mid-to-high tier desktop configuration.

Usage Scenarios

The Core i7-14701E delivers strong single-thread performance with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133, placing it well ahead of many desktop processors for tasks that depend on quick, responsive execution. For high-refresh gaming, the Arc A580’s 12.29 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 512.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth provide ample headroom for fast-paced titles, though exact frame rates depend on the game and settings. The CPU’s 5.40 GHz boost clock ensures that even the most demanding game logic and physics calculations are handled without stalling, making this a capable foundation for 1080p high-refresh setups.

Streaming and content creation benefit from the processor’s multithreaded muscle, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and a Passmark multithread score of 26112. The 8 cores and 16 threads handle encoding workloads efficiently, while the GPU’s support for DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4 enables hardware-accelerated encoding and rendering pipelines. The combination of a strong CPU and a mid-range GPU means that streaming at high bitrates while gaming is feasible, as the processor can offload encoding tasks without crippling frame delivery.

Video editing and 3D rendering workloads show a clear division of labor: the CPU excels in physics simulations and integer math with a Passmark physics score of 2399 and integer math score of 81325, while the GPU accelerates visual effects and final frame rendering. The Arc A580’s 3072 shading units and 192 texture mapping units provide substantial parallel processing power for ray tracing and rasterization, though the 8 GB VRAM may limit extremely large scene sizes. For 1080p and 1440p rendering projects, this pairing delivers solid throughput, with the CPU’s 33 MB of shared L3 cache reducing latency for repeated data access.

Software development benefits from the CPU’s strong single-threaded performance and the GPU’s compute capabilities. The Passmark extended instructions score of 18528 indicates robust SIMD processing, which accelerates compilation and code analysis tasks. The processor’s support for ECC memory adds reliability for long-running build processes, while the dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory support gives developers flexibility in platform choice. Benchmark results show the CPU handling data compression at 282939 in Passmark, making archival and version control operations efficient.

Student and office work sees this system as overqualified but not wasteful. The Cinebench R15 single-core score of 315 and Passmark single-thread score of 4305 handle spreadsheet, document, and browser workloads with ease, while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output. The 65 W TDP of the CPU keeps power draw modest for daily tasks, and the GPU’s idle efficiency (though not measured directly) aligns with a 175 W TDP for a desktop card of this class. For multitasking across multiple monitors and applications, the 16 threads ensure no stutter when switching between productivity suites.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-14701E achieves an average benchmark score of 33206, placing it at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H, scores 33201, a delta of 0 percent, indicating near-identical overall performance. Against the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, the Intel part leads by 0.1 percent (33206 vs 33244, with the rival scoring higher, so the i7 trails by that margin). The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX scores 33091, putting the i7 ahead by 0.3 percent, and the Intel Core i7-13650HX scores 33089, a 0.4 percent lead for the 14701E. These margins are within noise, meaning the 14701E performs on par with these notable mobile and desktop parts, despite being a desktop-class chip.

In specific CPU workloads, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 reflects strong sustained multithreaded output, while the single-core score of 3133 shows excellent per-thread efficiency. The Passmark data encryption score of 14862 and floating point math score of 61873 highlight its capability in security and scientific tasks. The processor’s 8 cores and 16 threads deliver a Passmark multithread score of 26112, which is roughly 96 percent of the average benchmark score, indicating that most workloads can leverage the full thread count.

The Intel Arc A580 GPU achieves an average benchmark score of 57756, sitting at the 87th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM, scores 58085, a delta of -0.6 percent, meaning the Arc trails by that small margin. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57367, putting the Arc ahead by 0.7 percent, while the Intel Arc A570M scores 58239 (a -0.8 delta) and the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT scores 58392 (a -1.1 delta). These figures show the A580 performing competitively with several high-end cards, though it is positioned below the top-tier RX 6950 XT in raw compute.

In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the Arc A580 scores 2229, which is a demanding test for modern gaming workloads. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 91657 and Vulkan score of 79381 provide additional context, with OpenCL showing stronger raw compute and Vulkan indicating solid driver-level optimization for gaming APIs. Combined with the CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking, the overall system percentile of 85 suggests that neither component bottlenecks the other significantly, creating a coherent performance envelope for 1080p and entry-level 1440p gaming.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a well-matched pairing where the CPU and GPU operate within a narrow performance band. The CPU’s 83rd percentile and the GPU’s 87th percentile are close, meaning that for most workloads, neither component will consistently hold back the other. In CPU-bound scenarios like physics calculations or data compression, the i7-14701E’s Passmark physics score of 2399 and data compression score of 282939 ensure that the GPU is fed with enough draw calls and geometry data. In GPU-bound scenarios like 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing, the Arc A580’s 192.0 GPixel/s pixel rate and 384.0 GTexel/s texture rate become the limiting factor, but the CPU’s single-thread performance prevents frame pacing issues.

FPS scaling is not directly measured for this combination, but benchmark scores imply that at lower resolutions like 1080p, the CPU’s 5.40 GHz boost clock becomes more critical, as the GPU has headroom to render frames faster than the CPU can prepare them. At higher resolutions, the GPU’s 512.0 GB/s bandwidth and 8 GB VRAM will govern performance, with the CPU’s 33 MB cache providing adequate prefetch for game assets. The 0.1 to 0.4 percent deltas against rival CPUs indicate that the processor is not a weak link, while the GPU’s -1.1 percent delta against the RX 6950 XT shows it is slightly below the top tier but not drastically so.

Memory bandwidth plays a role in balance: the GPU’s 512.0 GB/s is substantial for its class, while the CPU’s dual-channel memory support (with DDR4 or DDR5) may limit throughput in memory-intensive tasks like large dataset processing. The Passmark random string sorting score of 29158 shows that the CPU can handle memory reordering tasks, but the GPU’s advantage in parallel throughput means that workloads like video encoding will favor the graphics card. For gaming, the bottleneck will shift between CPU and GPU depending on title and settings, but the overall 85th percentile suggests a balanced system that avoids severe stalls.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting high-refresh 1080p or entry-level 1440p will find this pairing suitable, as the Arc A580’s 12.29 TFLOPS and 8 GB GDDR6 provide sufficient power for modern titles at medium-to-high settings. The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking ensures that even CPU-heavy games like strategy titles or simulators will run smoothly, with the 16 threads handling background tasks without impacting frame times. For competitive shooters where frame rates above 60 FPS are essential, the processor’s 5.40 GHz boost clock and single-core score of 3133 in Cinebench R23 will drive high minimum FPS.

Content creators working with 1080p or 1440p video will benefit from the CPU’s multithreaded rendering and the GPU’s hardware acceleration. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 shortens export times, while the GPU’s support for DirectX 12 Ultimate enables fast preview rendering in editing software. For 3D artists using Blender or similar tools, the 3072 shading units provide solid GPU rendering performance, though the 8 GB VRAM may require scene optimization for very large projects.

Software developers and data scientists will appreciate the ECC memory support and the CPU’s strong integer math performance (Passmark score of 81325). The 10 nm process node (Intel process) and 257 mm² die size indicate a mature architecture that maintains stability under sustained load. For students and small business workstations, this system offers headroom for future software demands, with the integrated UHD Graphics 770 serving as a backup if the discrete GPU is removed or fails.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for the Intel Core i7-14701E and Intel Arc A580 combination. Therefore, all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than definitive measurements. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2229 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 79381 suggest that the card can handle modern titles at 1080p with high settings, likely achieving 60-90 FPS in most games, though this varies by title.

At 1080p with ultra settings, the CPU’s single-core strength (Cinebench R23 score of 3133) ensures that frame rates are not CPU-limited in most scenarios. The GPU’s 192.0 GPixel/s pixel rate supports high fill-rate demands, while the 512.0 GB/s bandwidth prevents texture streaming bottlenecks. For esports titles like Counter-Strike or Valorant, frame rates could exceed 100 FPS, given the GPU’s compute capability and the CPU’s 5.40 GHz boost clock, but again, these are estimates.

At 1440p, the Arc A580’s 8 GB VRAM and 256-bit memory bus will become more limiting, potentially requiring medium settings for smoother performance. The 12.29 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is sufficient for most games, but ray tracing workloads will see significant performance drops, as the 24 ray tracing cores are a mid-range implementation. For 4K gaming, the GPU’s 87th percentile ranking suggests playable frame rates only in less demanding titles or with upscaling technologies, but the lack of measured data means these projections carry uncertainty.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i7-14701E and Intel Arc A580 is 85, indicating it outperforms 85 percent of all CPU-GPU combinations in the database.

Q: How does the Core i7-14701E compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H?

A: The i7-14701E scores 33206 on average, while the Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201, a delta of 0 percent, meaning they perform identically within measurement noise.

Q: What is the GPU’s average benchmark score and percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Arc A580 achieves an average benchmark score of 57756, placing it at the 87th percentile among all GPUs.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-14701E supports ECC memory, which is listed in its specifications alongside DDR4 and DDR5 dual-channel memory support.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU, and what PSU is suggested?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, the GPU has a TDP of 175 W, and the suggested power supply for the system is 450 W.

Q: Is measured FPS data available for this specific combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for the Core i7-14701E with the Arc A580, so all frame rate discussions are estimates based on benchmark scores.

Q: What are the CPU’s core and thread counts?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14701E is built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 14th Gen series. It uses Intel’s 10 nm process node (listed as 10 nm in the FACT PACK) and has a die size of 257 mm². The processor features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, providing strong single-threaded performance as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 33 MB L3 cache, which helps reduce memory latency for frequently accessed data. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory as a supported feature. It also provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), enabling fast connectivity for modern SSDs and GPUs, though the Arc A580 uses PCIe 4.0 x16.

Benchmark results show a balanced profile: the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9321 and single-core score of 1315 indicate solid scaling across threads, while the Passmark find prime numbers score of 176 and floating point math score of 61873 demonstrate strong integer and floating-point processing. The processor’s average benchmark score of 33206 and 83rd percentile ranking place it in the upper tier of desktop CPUs, with performance nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (33201, 0 percent delta) and slightly ahead of the Ryzen 7 7745HX (33091, 0.3 percent delta). The multiplier is locked, meaning overclocking is not supported, but the 5.40 GHz boost clock already provides high out-of-box performance.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Intel Socket 1700, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in choosing memory type based on motherboard selection. The dual-channel memory bus means that adding a second memory module will provide better bandwidth than a single stick, and the ECC support is valuable for workstation use. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), which is forward-looking for next-generation storage devices, though the current GPU (Arc A580) uses PCIe 4.0 x16, so there is no bottleneck at present.

The GPU’s suggested PSU is 450 W, and its TDP is 175 W, while the CPU’s TDP is 65 W, leaving headroom for additional components like extra storage or fans. The GPU requires 2x 8-pin power connectors and occupies a dual-slot width, so builders should ensure their case has adequate clearance. The system’s overall 85th combined percentile suggests that a sensible next upgrade would be a higher-tier GPU, as the CPU’s 83rd percentile has room to support a more powerful graphics card without becoming a bottleneck.

For platform longevity, the Socket 1700 is tied to the 14th Gen Core series, so future CPU upgrades would require a new motherboard. However, the current CPU’s performance (matching the Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H within 0 percent) means it will remain relevant for several years. The GPU’s successor, Battlemage, is listed as the successor to the Arc A580’s generation, indicating that driver and software support for the current Alchemist architecture will continue. The 450 W PSU provides enough headroom for modest upgrades but would need replacement for a higher-end GPU with a greater TDP.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-14701E, a Raptor Lake Refresh processor, with the Intel Arc A580, an Alchemist-generation graphics card. The CPU sits at the 83rd percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 33206, while the GPU sits at the 87th percentile with an average score of 57756. Together, they achieve an 85th combined percentile, indicating a well-above-average system for both productivity and gaming.

The processor’s 8 cores and 16 threads, reaching a 5.40 GHz boost clock, provide strong single and multithreaded performance, with Cinebench R23 scores of 3133 (single) and 22195 (multi). The GPU’s 3072 shading units and 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus deliver 12.29 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, with a 512.0 GB/s bandwidth. The system’s overall tier, based on the 85th percentile, places it in the upper mid-range of desktop configurations, suitable for high-refresh 1080p gaming, content creation, and development tasks.

The build’s balance is evident in the proximity of the CPU and GPU percentiles (83 vs 87), meaning neither component dramatically overshadows the other. The 65 W CPU TDP and 175 W GPU TDP, with a 450 W suggested PSU, indicate a power-efficient setup that does not require extreme cooling solutions. This is a coherent, versatile desktop system that handles a wide range of workloads without a clear weak point, making it a strong choice for users who need both compute and graphics performance in a single machine.