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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-14900F + Intel Arc A310E

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Top 15% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU
95%
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GPU
74%

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PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-14900F

60,008 Benchmark Score
Top 5% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A310E

0 Benchmark Score
Top 26% Market Ranking
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0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
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85-100
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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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

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30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i9-14900F is a 24-core, 32-thread desktop processor built on Intel’s Raptor Lake architecture, using a 10 nm process node from Intel’s own foundry. Its base clock is 2.00 GHz, boosting up to 5.80 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory across a dual-channel bus, and it includes ECC memory support. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The die size is 257 mm², and the processor was released on January 7, 2024, with a launch MSRP of $524. It has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is mandatory.

In benchmark results, the i9-14900F posts a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39551 and a single-core score of 5583. Its Geekbench multicore result is 20008, with a single-core score of 2570. In PassMark tests, the multithread score is 46532, single-thread is 4506, and floating-point math reaches 119550. The integer math score is 177066, while data compression hits 564207 and data encryption reaches 34644. The processor’s average benchmark score is 60008, placing it at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs. Relative to its nearest rivals, it is 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX and the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX, 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D, and 0.9% behind the Intel Xeon Gold 6338T. This places the i9-14900F in a tight competitive cluster where no single CPU holds a commanding lead.

The 24-core configuration with 32 threads is a hybrid design, though the FACT PACK does not specify the exact P-core/E-core split. For real workloads, the high thread count translates directly to strong multi-threaded performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39551 indicates that heavily parallel tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation will see substantial throughput. The single-core score of 5583 in the same test shows that lightly threaded applications, such as everyday office tasks or legacy software, still perform at a high level. The PassMark physics score of 2899 and the random string sorting result of 63728 further reinforce the chip’s capability in simulation and data manipulation tasks. The 36 MB of shared L3 cache helps with data locality, which is beneficial for workloads that repeatedly access large datasets.

Gaming Performance

There are no measured FPS rows for this exact combination of Intel Core i9-14900F and Intel Arc A310E. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all FPS figures below are estimates based on the benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU, not from direct testing. The i9-14900F’s strong single-core score of 5583 in Cinebench R23 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4506 suggest that the processor will not bottleneck most gaming scenarios. However, the Intel Arc A310E is a low-end graphics card with a 4 GB GDDR6 memory buffer, a 64-bit bus, and 124.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its FP32 performance is 3.072 TFLOPS, which is modest for modern gaming. The GPU’s percentile ranking is 50th among all GPUs, meaning it sits exactly at the median.

For 1080p gaming, the data suggests that the A310E will struggle with demanding titles at high or ultra settings. The 4 GB VRAM is a limiting factor for modern games that often require more memory for high-resolution textures. At 1080p with lower settings, the card might deliver playable frame rates in less demanding esports titles, but the benchmark scores do not indicate strong performance in AAA games. The CPU’s high single-thread performance ensures that frame pacing will be consistent, but the GPU’s raw throughput is the primary constraint. At 1440p or 4K, the A310E’s 3.072 TFLOPS and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth will be insufficient for smooth gameplay in most titles, and the 4 GB VRAM will cause texture streaming issues. These are estimates; without measured FPS data, actual results could vary but are unlikely to exceed what the GPU’s specifications suggest.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, the i9-14900F’s single-core performance is excellent, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5583. However, the Arc A310E’s 50th percentile GPU ranking and 3.072 TFLOPS mean that achieving high frame rates at 1080p is only plausible in light or older games. The CPU will not hold back frame delivery, but the GPU will.

Streaming while gaming is a mixed scenario. The i9-14900F’s 24 cores and 32 threads, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39551, can handle encoding workloads without significant impact on gaming performance. But the Arc A310E lacks the raw power for demanding games, so streams would likely be limited to lower-quality game settings. The CPU’s PassMark multithread score of 46532 supports simultaneous encoding and gaming.

Video editing benefits strongly from the CPU’s multi-threaded capabilities. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 16611 and the PassMark floating-point math score of 119550 indicate fast rendering and effects processing. The GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for basic GPU-accelerated effects, but heavier compositing may exceed the card’s capabilities.

3D rendering is a CPU-dominated workload, and the i9-14900F excels here. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39551 is nearly 40% higher than many mid-range chips, and the PassMark integer math score of 177066 shows strong geometry and physics calculations. The Arc A310E’s 6 RT cores provide some ray tracing support, but its low FP32 throughput limits complex ray-traced scenes.

Software development relies on both single-threaded compilation and multi-threaded linking. The i9-14900F’s single-core score of 2570 in Geekbench and multi-core score of 20008 indicate fast build times. The PassMark data compression score of 564207 is useful for source tree operations. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks, so the pairing does not hinder productivity.

Student and office work is far more than sufficient with this CPU. The PassMark single-thread score of 4506 ensures responsive applications, while the 24 cores handle any background tasks. The Arc A310E provides basic display output, and its 4 GB VRAM is enough for office graphics. The 65 W TDP of the CPU keeps power consumption modest, though the system still requires a discrete GPU.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who need extreme CPU performance but have minimal GPU requirements. The i9-14900F’s 92nd percentile CPU ranking makes it suitable for content creators who work primarily in CPU-heavy applications like video encoding, 3D rendering, or software compilation. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39551 and PassMark multithread score of 46532 support these workloads. Gamers at 1080p with low to medium settings in esports titles might find the Arc A310E adequate, but the 4 GB VRAM and 50th GPU percentile suggest that AAA gaming is not viable.

Software developers will benefit from the CPU’s raw speed, particularly in build and test cycles, where the PassMark data compression score of 564207 and integer math of 177066 accelerate compilation. Students and office users will have more processing power than any current application needs, though the lack of integrated graphics means a GPU is always required. Small business workstations that run data analysis or database workloads can leverage the CPU’s 24 cores, but the GPU offers little beyond basic display output. The system is not balanced for gaming at high resolutions or for GPU-accelerated rendering, as the Arc A310E’s 3.072 TFLOPS is a fraction of what high-end cards offer.

Balance and Bottleneck

The primary bottleneck in this pairing is the GPU. The Intel Arc A310E sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, while the i9-14900F is at the 92nd percentile among CPUs. This massive gap means the GPU will limit any graphics-related workload long before the CPU is stressed. In gaming, the CPU’s single-core score of 5583 in Cinebench R23 ensures that frame generation is not CPU-bound, but the GPU’s 3.072 TFLOPS and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth cap frame rates. For productivity, the CPU dominates, and the GPU is rarely the constraint unless the task uses ray tracing or GPU compute.

In CPU-bound scenarios, the i9-14900F’s performance is well-supported by its 36 MB L3 cache and 24 cores. The PassMark physics score of 2899 suggests that game physics engines will run efficiently. However, the A310E’s 4 GB VRAM will cause texture thrashing in modern games, forcing lower resolutions and settings. The GPU’s 64-bit memory bus further limits bandwidth, so even when the CPU provides frames quickly, the GPU cannot keep up. Conversely, in applications like video encoding, the CPU’s Cinebench R20 multicore score of 16611 shows that it can handle the load, while the GPU’s role is minimal. The system is unbalanced for gaming but well-suited for CPU-intensive professional workloads where the GPU is a secondary component.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A310E is based on the DG2-128 chip using the Xe-HPG architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC. It has 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die, with a transistor density of 45.9 million per mm². The GPU operates at a base and boost clock of 2000 MHz, with memory running at 1937 MHz effective 15.5 Gbps. It has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 124.0 GB/s. The shading units number 768, with 32 TMUs and 16 ROPs. There are 6 RT cores for ray tracing, but no tensor cores are listed. The pixel rate is 32.00 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 64.00 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is 3.072 TFLOPS, while FP16 is 6.144 TFLOPS at a 2:1 ratio. The card has a 75 W TDP, is single-slot, requires no power connectors, and has a suggested PSU of 250 W. It uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface and offers 4x mini-DisplayPort 2.0 outputs. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. It is marked as end-of-life, with a release date of March 31, 2024, and its predecessor is Xe Graphics, with Battlemage as the successor.

Benchmark results for the A310E are not provided in the FACT PACK, with an average score of 0 and no nearest rivals listed. Its percentile ranking is 50th, meaning it is exactly average among all GPUs. For rendering tasks, the 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is sufficient for basic 3D acceleration, but the 4 GB VRAM is a severe limitation for modern content creation. The 124.0 GB/s bandwidth is low, which hurts texture streaming and high-resolution work. The 6 RT cores enable ray tracing, but the low FP32 throughput means ray-traced scenes will be slow. The 16 ROPs limit pixel fill rate, and the 32 TMUs constrain texture operations. Overall, the A310E is a basic entry-level GPU, suitable for display output and light acceleration, but not for serious rendering.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i9-14900F achieves an average benchmark score of 60008, placing it at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, scores 60099, a delta of -0.2%, meaning the i9-14900F is essentially tied with it. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX scores 60104, also -0.2% relative. The AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D scores 59641, which is 0.6% slower. The Intel Xeon Gold 6338T scores 60572, 0.9% faster. This shows the i9-14900F is at the top of its performance class, with no rival gaining more than a 1% advantage.

For the GPU, the Arc A310E has no benchmark scores listed, with an average score of 0 and a percentile ranking of 50th. This makes direct numerical comparison impossible, but the percentile indicates it is a mid-pack GPU. The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 71st, reflecting the CPU’s high rank pulling up the GPU’s average position. The CPU’s specific scores include a Cinebench R15 multicore of 3986 and single-core of 562, a Cinebench R20 multicore of 16611 and single-core of 2344, and a Cinebench R23 multicore of 39551 and single-core of 5583. Geekbench results are 20008 multicore and 2570 single-core. PassMark tests show data compression at 564207, encryption at 34644, extended instructions at 31084, prime numbers at 209, floating-point math at 119550, integer math at 177066, multithread at 46532, physics at 2899, and random string sorting at 63728. The combined picture is a CPU that excels in every category, paired with a GPU that is average at best, leading to a system that is overwhelmingly CPU-bound in most applications.

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread count of the Intel Core i9-14900F?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900F has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: How does the i9-14900F compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX?

A: The i9-14900F has an average benchmark score of 60008, which is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX’s score of 60099, making them effectively equal in performance.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Intel Arc A310E?

A: The Intel Arc A310E has a memory bandwidth of 124.0 GB/s, based on 4 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 64-bit bus.

Q: Does the i9-14900F have integrated graphics?

A: No, the Intel Core i9-14900F has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required for display output.

Q: What is the FP32 performance of the Arc A310E?

A: The Intel Arc A310E has an FP32 performance of 3.072 TFLOPS.

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

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i9-14900F and Intel Arc A310E is 71st.

Q: Is the Arc A310E still in production?

A: No, the Intel Arc A310E is marked as end-of-life, with its successor being Battlemage.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i9-14900F, a desktop processor from the 14th generation, with the Intel Arc A310E, a low-end desktop GPU. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread Raptor Lake chip with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is a 75 W single-slot card with 4 GB of GDDR6 memory. The CPU ranks at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks at the 50th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 71st, indicating a system that is far stronger in processing than in graphics. The i9-14900F’s launch MSRP is $524, and it targets users who need maximum CPU throughput for professional workloads. The Arc A310E, with its 3.072 TFLOPS and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth, serves as a basic display adapter and light accelerator. This is a desktop-class build where the CPU is the star, and the GPU is an afterthought for those who prioritize compute over graphics.