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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-14900HX + AMD Radeon 760M

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89 / 100
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Top 11% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
95%
VS
GPU
83%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-14900HX

56,004 Benchmark Score
Top 5% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon 760M

6,019 Benchmark Score
Top 17% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
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

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 i9-14900HX paired with the AMD Radeon 760M is a study in contrast. This combination places a top-tier mobile processor alongside a modest integrated graphics solution, creating a system whose identity is defined by its CPU. The benchmark data confirms that while the processor is a heavyweight contender in the 91st percentile, the graphics solution is far more modest, landing in the 35th percentile. This pairing is not about balanced performance; it is about maximizing computational power for specific workloads while accepting its graphical limitations.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-14900HX is a 24-core, 32-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX refresh. Its configuration combines performance and efficiency cores to deliver a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a substantial boost clock of 5.80 GHz. This is a mobile processor designed to operate within a 55 W TDP, a figure that suggests significant power headroom for a laptop part. The CPU is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node, with a die size of 257 mm². It features a large 36 MB shared L3 cache, with 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 80 KB of L1 cache per core, which is crucial for feeding its many cores.

The benchmark scores for this CPU are its defining characteristic. In Cinebench R23, it achieves a multicore score of 30055 and a single-core score of 2181.5. The multicore result is exceptional, indicating that the processor can handle heavily threaded workloads with ease. This is further reinforced by its Geekbench multicore score of 17511, which positions it as a formidable tool for video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The single-core performance is also strong, with a Passmark single-thread score of 4175, ensuring snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks and strong performance in applications that rely on a few fast cores. The CPU's 91st percentile standing among all CPUs confirms its top-tier status. Its average benchmark score of 56004 places it in a virtual tie with rivals like the Intel Core 7 253PQE, which is just 0.2% behind, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390, which is 0.5% ahead. This suggests that while it is a high-end part, the competitive field at the very top is incredibly tight.

The data implies that the Core i9-14900HX is a workstation-class processor for laptops. It excels in scenarios where raw computational throughput is the primary requirement. The high boost clock of 5.80 GHz ensures that single-threaded tasks, such as opening applications or loading complex spreadsheets, are handled quickly. However, the real story is the multicore might, which allows it to sustain heavy multi-threaded workloads that would cripple lesser processors. This is a CPU for heavy lifting.

Gaming Performance

Note: The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination. All gaming performance discussion here is an estimate derived from the relative benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU.

The gaming potential of this system is almost entirely dictated by the AMD Radeon 760M integrated GPU. This processor is far more capable than the graphics solution needs, meaning the CPU will rarely be the limiting factor in gaming scenarios. The Radeon 760M, with its Passmark G3D score of 5310, is positioned in the 35th percentile of all GPUs. This score is comparable to the AMD Radeon RX 6400, which it trails by a mere 0.3%, and the NVIDIA Quadro P2000, which is 0.5% ahead. This places the integrated GPU's performance in the field of a low-end dedicated graphics card from several generations ago.

In practical gaming terms, this means the system is only suitable for esports and older titles at lower resolutions and graphical settings. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 400 is quite low, and its Passmark DirectX 11 and DirectX 12 scores of 52 and 25, respectively, further illustrate its limited directX performance headroom. For modern AAA games at 1080p with high or ultra settings, the frame rates would be expected to be very low, likely unplayable. The system is better suited for games like League of Legends, Counter-Strike 2, or Valorant at 1080p with low or medium settings, where the CPU's immense power can help push frame rates to playable levels. At 1440p or 4K, the GPU would be completely overwhelmed, and performance would degrade further. In essence, this is not a gaming laptop in the traditional sense, but rather a powerful workstation that can handle light, casual gaming on the side.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a ball-grid array package. This means the CPU is soldered directly to the motherboard and is not upgradeable. The Core i9-14900HX is a mobile processor, and any future upgrade would require replacing the entire laptop. The system supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The choice of memory will significantly impact performance, especially for the integrated GPU, which relies on system memory for its VRAM. The memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," meaning the iGPU's performance will scale with the speed and type of RAM installed. ECC memory is supported, which is a feature typically found in professional and server-grade platforms.

For storage and expansion, the CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, offering extremely high bandwidth for the fastest NVMe SSDs. The integrated Radeon 760M GPU, however, connects via a slower PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The system's TDP is 55 W for the CPU, and the GPU has a 15 W TDP. The suggested PSU is not listed, but given the low combined TDP of 65 W, the power supply requirements for the laptop are modest. This is not a system with significant headroom for a more powerful discrete GPU, as the design is clearly focused on CPU performance within a mobile thermal envelope. A sensible next upgrade path is not about swapping components, but rather about ensuring the system is configured with the fastest supported memory and largest NVMe SSD to maximize the potential of the fixed hardware.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This scenario is not a strength. The Radeon 760M's Passmark G3D score of 5310 is far too low to drive high refresh rates in demanding titles. Users might achieve high frame rates in very light esports titles at 1080p with low settings, but this is not the intended use case for the system.

Streaming: The CPU is a beast for streaming. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30055 provides immense headroom for software encoding with x264 while simultaneously running a game. The 24 cores and 32 threads can handle the encoding workload without significant impact on the CPU's ability to run other tasks, making it a capable choice for a single-PC streaming setup, provided the game itself is not too GPU-intensive.

Video Editing: This is a primary use case. The high multicore performance (Cinebench R20 multicore score of 15616) will dramatically accelerate video rendering and export times in applications like Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve. The CPU can handle 4K and even 8K timelines, though the integrated GPU will lack the hardware acceleration (like NVIDIA's NVENC) that dedicated GPUs offer, making the editing timeline less smooth for effects-heavy work.

3D Rendering: Similar to video editing, this workload will be dominated by the CPU. The Passmark floating-point math score of 112273 and the Cinebench R23 score of 30055 indicate that the processor can chew through complex 3D scenes in software renderers like Blender's Cycles. The Radeon 760M's compute capabilities (Passmark GPU compute score of 2840) are insufficient for GPU-accelerated rendering, so all rendering would fall on the CPU.

Software Development: The Core i9-14900HX is an excellent choice for developers. The Passmark multithread score of 43778 and the data compression score of 539965 indicate fast code compilation and build times. The 32 threads allow for massive parallel compilation, and the high single-core scores (Geekbench singlecore of 2330) ensure a responsive IDE. The ability to run multiple virtual machines or containers is also supported by the high core count.

Student and Office Work: This scenario is overkill. The CPU's power is wasted on word processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. While the high single-core performance (Passmark single-thread score of 4175) makes the system feel incredibly snappy, the 55 W TDP means it will consume more power and generate more heat than necessary for these tasks. A more modest processor would be a better fit for this use case.

FAQ

Q: What is the performance tier of the Intel Core i9-14900HX?

A: The CPU is in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 56004. This places it just 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core 7 253PQE and 1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX in the benchmark database.

Q: How does the AMD Radeon 760M compare to other GPUs?

A: The GPU is in the 35th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 6019. This puts it in a tight race with the AMD Radeon RX 6400 (0.3% ahead) and the NVIDIA Quadro P2000 (0.5% behind).

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this laptop configuration?

A: The combined percentile for this specific CPU and GPU pairing is 63.

Q: What type of memory does this platform support?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory. It also supports ECC memory.

Q: Is the CPU upgradeable?

A: No. The CPU is on an Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a soldered, ball-grid array package. It cannot be removed or upgraded.

Q: What is the GPU's architecture and process node?

A: The AMD Radeon 760M is based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, codenamed "Phoenix," and is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC.

Q: What are the key benchmark scores for gaming on the Radeon 760M?

A: The GPU has a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 400 and a Passmark G3D score of 5310. Its Passmark DirectX 12 score is 25, indicating limited modern gaming performance.

Who Should Build It

This laptop configuration is targeted at power users who prioritize CPU performance above all else. It is an ideal tool for professionals in fields like software development, where the 24 cores and 32 threads of the Core i9-14900HX can drastically reduce code compilation times. The Passmark integer math score of 157375 and multithread score of 43778 support this. For video editors and 3D artists, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30055 makes this a mobile workstation capable of handling complex rendering tasks. However, these users must be willing to accept the limitations of the integrated graphics.

This is not a system for gamers, even at 1080p. The Radeon 760M's performance, as indicated by its 35th percentile ranking and low Passmark DirectX 12 score of 25, is insufficient for modern gaming. It is also not a good fit for students or general office workers, as the high-performance CPU is unnecessary for those tasks and comes with a 55 W TDP that implies lower battery life. The target user is a professional who needs a powerful, portable computational device and is willing to sacrifice gaming capability for raw processing power.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance balance in this system is heavily skewed towards the CPU. The Intel Core i9-14900HX, with its 91st percentile standing, is a top-tier part. The AMD Radeon 760M, on the other hand, is a 35th percentile part. This creates a massive bottleneck in graphics-intensive workloads. In any game, the GPU will be the primary limiting factor, preventing the powerful CPU from ever being fully utilized. The CPU could easily process hundreds of frames per second, but the GPU will only be able to render a fraction of that.

This bottleneck is not a flaw for all tasks. In workloads like 3D rendering, video encoding, and software compilation, the GPU is almost irrelevant, and the CPU is the star. The system is balanced for CPU-centric tasks. For gaming, the bottleneck is absolute. The low Passmark DirectX 12 score of 25 for the GPU essentially caps the system's gaming performance at a level that is far below the CPU's capability. This is a system where the CPU sets the performance ceiling for professional work, and the GPU sets a very low performance floor for gaming.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class build, as indicated by the "laptop" buildClass. It pairs Intel's top-tier mobile processor, the Core i9-14900HX, with AMD's integrated Radeon 760M graphics. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread powerhouse from the Core 14th Gen series, while the GPU is an RDNA 3.0 integrated solution. The overall tier of this system is defined by the CPU's exceptional performance. The combined percentile for the build is 63, which reflects the massive differences in capability between the two main components. The CPU is a 91st percentile part, while the GPU is a 35th percentile part. This is a high-performance computing platform with a significant graphics bottleneck, making it a specialist tool rather than a general-purpose entertainment device.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data shows a clear divide between the two components. The CPU's average benchmark score is 56004, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival is the Intel Core 7 253PQE, which has an average score of 55919, a difference of just 0.2%. The GPU's average benchmark score is 6019, placing it in the 35th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 6400, with an average score of 6001, a difference of 0.3%.

In specific tests, the CPU's dominance is clear. It scores 30055 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 17511 in Geekbench multicore. The GPU's performance is highlighted by its Passmark G3D score of 5310 and its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 400. The combined picture is one of extreme asymmetry. The system's overall performance in CPU-bound tasks like rendering and compiling is in the top tier of what is available. Its performance in GPU-bound tasks like gaming is near the bottom tier. The data suggests a system that is a specialist, not a generalist.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 760M is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It features 512 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, and 16 raster output pipelines. It also includes 8 ray tracing cores, indicating support for hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though its raw performance is too low to make this a practical feature in modern games. The GPU is clocked with a base of 800 MHz and a boost of 2599 MHz.

The memory configuration is entirely "System Shared," meaning it uses a portion of the system's main memory as VRAM. The memory type, bus width, and bandwidth are all "System Dependent," which means its performance will fluctuate based on the speed and configuration of the installed DDR4 or DDR5 RAM. The GPU's theoretical performance is rated at 5.323 TFLOPS for FP32 and FP16 operations. Its pixel rate is 41.58 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 83.17 GTexel/s.

For rendering and creative work, this GPU is not a primary accelerator. Its Passmark GPU compute score of 2840 is low, limiting its usefulness for GPU-accelerated rendering in applications. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 400 and Passmark DirectX 12 score of 25 confirm that its modern 3D performance is minimal. It is a display adapter and a basic compute device, sufficient for productivity tasks and light 2D work, but it will be the limiting factor in any graphics-intensive workload. The low 15 W TDP reflects its efficiency, but also to its limited performance envelope.