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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14701E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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90%

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79%

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Intel Core i7-14701E

33,206 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

2,690 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i7-14701E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER pairing presents a notable divergence in benchmark hierarchy. The CPU sits in the 83rd percentile of all processors, while the GPU rests at the 18th percentile among all graphics cards, with a combined percentile of 51. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination, so all frame-rate discussion below is estimated from the benchmark scores, not from direct game testing. The data indicates a desktop-class build where the processor is the dominant component in nearly every workload, with the graphics card positioned as a clear limiting factor for high-end gaming scenarios.

Gaming Performance

Because the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination, all gaming figures presented here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The CPU’s PassMark single-thread score of 4305 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133 suggest strong per-core performance capable of feeding a graphics card in most titles. However, the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2690 places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs, ranking alongside the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M (deltaPct 1), GeForce GT 1030 (deltaPct 1.1), Intel Arc Pro B50 (deltaPct 1.1), and GeForce GT 440 (deltaPct 1.7). This is an exceptionally low tier for modern gaming.

At 1080p with ultra settings, the estimated frame rates would be modest, likely falling below 60 FPS in demanding titles given the GPU’s performance class. The CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads would not bottleneck at this resolution, but the GPU’s 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 672.0 GB/s memory bandwidth are far below what modern AAA games require for high-refresh ultra gaming. At 1440p, the picture worsens; the GPU’s 18 GB of GDDR7 memory across a 192-bit bus is ample in capacity but the underlying raster performance is low. The estimated frame rates would dip further, with many titles struggling to maintain 30-40 FPS at ultra settings. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, and the estimated performance would be insufficient for smooth gameplay in most modern titles, with frame rates likely in the low 20s or below.

The CPU’s integrated UHD Graphics 770 is irrelevant for gaming when a discrete GPU is present, but it does provide a fallback for basic display output. The PCIe Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) interface ensures the GPU has ample bandwidth, though the GPU’s PCIe 5.0 x16 interface is forward-looking. The benchmark data suggests that for esports titles with lighter graphics loads, the pairing could deliver playable frame rates at 1080p with reduced settings, but the GPU’s percentile position makes any high-refresh or high-detail gaming ambitions unrealistic. The deltaPct values against the GPU’s nearest rivals are all within 1.7%, confirming the RTX 5070 SUPER sits at the very bottom of the GPU performance spectrum.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The data does not support this scenario. With a GPU in the 18th percentile, estimated frame rates at 1080p ultra would fall well below the 144 Hz or 240 Hz thresholds commonly associated with high-refresh monitors. The CPU’s PassMark single-thread score of 4305 is strong, but it cannot compensate for the GPU’s low raster throughput.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 threads and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 provide ample headroom for software encoding while gaming, as the PassMark data compression score of 282939 and data encryption score of 14862 indicate robust compute throughput. However, the GPU’s low performance would limit the game’s frame rate, making the stream quality poor at high settings. The 50 RT cores and 200 tensor cores on the GPU could assist with encoding, but the overall gaming experience would be constrained.

Video editing: The CPU excels here. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2237 and R20 multi-core score of 9321, alongside the PassMark integer math score of 81325 and floating point math score of 61873, indicate strong multi-threaded performance for rendering timelines and applying effects. The GPU’s 18 GB VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth would handle 4K timelines, but its low compute (32.15 TFLOPS) would slow GPU-accelerated effects compared to higher-tier cards.

3D rendering: The CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads, with a 5.40 GHz boost clock, deliver a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195, which is competitive for CPU-based rendering. The GPU’s 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 and 50 RT cores would accelerate ray tracing in supported renderers, but the 18th percentile ranking suggests it would be a slow accelerator.

Software development: The CPU’s PassMark single-thread score of 4305 and extended instructions score of 18528 support fast compilation and code analysis. The 33 MB shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support (with ECC available) make this a capable workstation for developers. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks.

Student and office work: This pairing is overkill for such workloads. The CPU’s PassMark multithread score of 26112 and physics score of 2399 are far beyond what office applications require. The GPU’s low performance does not matter here, as integrated graphics would suffice, but the discrete card adds unnecessary heat and power draw.

Balance and Bottleneck

The bottleneck analysis is unambiguous: the GPU limits every gaming and GPU-accelerated workload. The CPU’s 83rd percentile versus the GPU’s 18th percentile creates a massive imbalance. In gaming, the estimated FPS scaling would be flat across resolutions because the GPU saturates before the CPU can exert its strength. At 1080p, the CPU’s single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 3133) would not be the limiting factor; the GPU’s low fill rate (201.0 GPixel/s) and texture rate (502.4 GTexel/s) would cap frame rates.

For CPU-bound workloads, the balance reverses. The GPU has no role in tasks like data compression (PassMark 282939), integer math (81325), or single-threaded applications (PassMark 4305). In these scenarios, the CPU operates at its full potential, and the GPU idles. The PassMark physics score of 2399 and find prime numbers score of 176 further indicate the CPU’s strength in computational tasks. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690, with its nearest rivals all within 1.7% delta, confirms that the graphics card is the weak link in any combined workload.

The CPU’s 65 W TDP and the GPU’s 275 W TDP suggest the power delivery is similarly skewed, but the lack of a suggested PSU figure in the data prevents a precise headroom calculation. The PCIe Gen 5 x16 interface on both sides ensures the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU’s data transfer, but the GPU’s own compute limits dominate. For a balanced build, the data would suggest a much higher-tier GPU to match the CPU’s 83rd percentile, but that is outside the scope of this pairing.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU-intensive workloads over gaming. Content creators working with video encoding, 3D rendering on the CPU, or data processing would benefit from the i7-14701E’s multi-threaded capabilities, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and PassMark multithread score of 26112. Software developers compiling large codebases would see strong performance from the single-thread score of 4305 and extended instructions score of 18528.

Students and office workers would find this build excessive, but it would handle all academic tasks with ease, and the CPU’s ECC memory support adds stability for long-running computations. Small business workstations handling spreadsheets, databases, or light server duties would leverage the CPU’s data compression (282939) and encryption (14862) scores. Gamers should avoid this pairing entirely — the GPU’s 18th percentile ranking means even 1080p ultra gaming would be underwhelming, and 1440p or 4K would be untenable. The build’s combined percentile of 51 reflects this split personality: strong CPU, weak GPU.

For high-refresh gaming at any resolution, the data does not support this build. For productivity, the CPU’s 83rd percentile and the GPU’s 18 GB VRAM (useful for holding large datasets in memory) make it a workstation-class machine. The 50 RT cores and 200 tensor cores on the GPU are present but underpowered, so users expecting ray tracing performance would be disappointed.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-14701E is a desktop processor from the Core 14th Gen series, based on Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R codename) on a 10 nm process node with a 257 mm² die size. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. It supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC capability, and connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Benchmark results show a strong single-thread performer: Cinebench R15 single-core 315, R20 single-core 1315, R23 single-core 3133, and PassMark single-thread 4305. The multi-threaded scores are equally robust: Cinebench R15 multi-core 2237, R20 multi-core 9321, R23 multi-core 22195, and PassMark multithread 26112. The PassMark suite reveals specialized strengths: data compression 282939, data encryption 14862, extended instructions 18528, floating point math 61873, integer math 81325, and random string sorting 29158. The physics score of 2399 and find prime numbers score of 176 round out the profile.

The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking places it just ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (deltaPct 0), nearly tied with the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (deltaPct -0.1), and ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (deltaPct 0.3) and Intel Core i7-13650HX (deltaPct 0.4). The average benchmark score of 33206 confirms its position in the upper tier of desktop CPUs. The 65 W TDP is modest for the performance, making it efficient for sustained workloads. The multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not possible, but the 5.40 GHz boost clock provides high stock performance.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is a desktop GPU from the GeForce 50-series, based on Blackwell 2.0 architecture on a 5 nm TSMC process with 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die. It features 6400 shading units, 200 texture mapping units, 80 render output units, 50 ray tracing cores, and 200 tensor cores. The base clock is 2325 MHz with a boost clock of 2512 MHz, and memory runs at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The memory subsystem comprises 18 GB of GDDR7 on a 192-bit bus, delivering 672.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

The compute capabilities are listed as 32.15 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1 ratio), with pixel rate of 201.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 502.4 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, and features a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b. The card is dual-slot, 245 mm long, 115 mm high, and 40 mm wide, with a single 16-pin power connector and a 275 W TDP.

The sole benchmark result, 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, is 2690, placing the GPU in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M (deltaPct 1), GeForce GT 1030 (deltaPct 1.1), Intel Arc Pro B50 (deltaPct 1.1), and GeForce GT 440 (deltaPct 1.7). These are all entry-level or legacy cards, confirming the RTX 5070 SUPER’s low position despite its modern architecture and generous VRAM. The 18 GB capacity and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are high, but the compute throughput is too low to leverage them in demanding games. The 50 RT cores and 200 tensor cores exist but are underpowered for modern ray tracing or DLSS workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with ECC capability. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, and the GPU uses PCIe 5.0 x16, so the interface is current. The CPU’s 65 W TDP and the GPU’s 275 W TDP indicate a combined thermal load that a capable power supply would handle, though no suggested PSU figure is provided in the data. The CPU is not multiplier unlocked, so upgrades would require a new processor rather than overclocking.

A sensible next upgrade would be the GPU. The CPU’s 83rd percentile and strong benchmark scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core 22195, PassMark single-thread 4305) mean it can drive a much faster graphics card without bottlenecking. Swapping the RTX 5070 SUPER for a higher-tier GPU would immediately improve gaming performance, as the CPU has headroom in single-thread (R23 single-core 3133) and multi-thread workloads. The 65 W TDP also leaves thermal and power headroom for a more power-hungry GPU. The 18 GB VRAM on the current GPU is not the bottleneck; the compute is, so a replacement should focus on higher FP32 throughput.

The memory platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5, so users can choose based on cost and availability, with ECC as an option for stability. The PCIe Gen 5 interface is future-proof, and the socket (LGA 1700) supports the Core 14th Gen series, but the CPU’s locked multiplier limits tuning. The GPU’s 1x 16-pin connector and dual-slot design are standard, and the 275 W TDP suggests a mid-range power supply would suffice, but the data does not specify a wattage recommendation.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s single-thread performance relative to its rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a PassMark single-thread score of 4305 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133. It sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with a 0.4% lead over the Intel Core i7-13650HX and a 0.3% lead over the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX.

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

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER has a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2690, placing it in the 18th percentile. It is 1% ahead of the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, 1.1% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030 and Intel Arc Pro B50, and 1.7% ahead of the GeForce GT 440.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory capability. The memory bus is dual-channel, but the exact bandwidth is not specified in the data.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing and tensor operations?

A: Yes, the GPU has 50 ray tracing cores and 200 tensor cores, based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2) and Vulkan 1.4, but its low compute throughput (32.15 TFLOPS FP32) limits practical ray tracing performance.

Q: What is the CPU’s cache configuration?

A: The CPU has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. This totals a substantial cache hierarchy for the 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is locked. The CPU has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, but users cannot adjust the multiplier for overclocking.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth and capacity?

A: The GPU has 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective).

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s benchmark suite shows a consistent pattern of strong performance. Cinebench R15 multi-core 2237 and single-core 315, R20 multi-core 9321 and single-core 1315, and R23 multi-core 22195 and single-core 3133 all indicate a high-tier processor. The PassMark tests reinforce this: data compression 282939, data encryption 14862, extended instructions 18528, floating point math 61873, integer math 81325, multithread 26112, physics 2399, random string sorting 29158, and single-thread 4305. The average benchmark score is 33206, placing the CPU in the 83rd percentile, with its closest rival being the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (deltaPct 0).

The GPU’s benchmark presence is minimal: a single 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2690, placing it in the 18th percentile with an average score of 2690. Its nearest rivals are all within 1.7% delta, with the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M at 2664 (deltaPct 1), GeForce GT 1030 at 2662 (deltaPct 1.1), Intel Arc Pro B50 at 2660 (deltaPct 1.1), and GeForce GT 440 at 2645 (deltaPct 1.7). The combined percentile of this pairing is 51, reflecting the CPU’s high standing and the GPU’s low standing.

The combined picture is of a highly capable CPU paired with a severely underpowered GPU. The CPU’s multi-threaded scores (Cinebench R23 22195) are suitable for rendering and productivity, while the GPU’s score (3DMark 2690) is suitable only for basic 3D acceleration. The deltaPct values show the CPU leads its nearest rivals by a small margin, while the GPU trails its nearest rivals by a similar small margin, but in opposite directions on the performance spectrum.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build (buildClass: desktop) consisting of the Intel Core i7-14701E, a Raptor Lake-based 8-core/16-thread processor, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER, a Blackwell 2.0-based GPU with 18 GB of GDDR7 memory. The CPU is a mainstream desktop part with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is a dual-slot card with a 275 W TDP. The overall tier from the percentiles is mixed: the CPU’s 83rd percentile places it in the upper echelon of processors, while the GPU’s 18th percentile places it near the bottom of graphics cards. The combined percentile of 51 indicates a mid-tier overall position, but this is misleading — the pairing is not balanced.

The CPU’s Raptor Lake architecture, with 8 cores and 16 threads and a 5.40 GHz boost clock, delivers strong single-thread (PassMark 4305) and multi-thread (Cinebench R23 22195) performance, suitable for demanding productivity tasks. The GPU’s Blackwell 2.0 architecture, with 6400 shading units and 50 RT cores, has modern features but lacks the compute power (32.15 TFLOPS FP32) to drive high-end gaming. The 18 GB VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are generous, but the low fill rate (201.0 GPixel/s) and texture rate (502.4 GTexel/s) cap real-world performance. This build is a workstation CPU with an entry-level GPU, suited for CPU-bound workloads but not for gaming or GPU-accelerated tasks.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-14701E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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