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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-14900KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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88 / 100
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Power Build

Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
97%
VS
GPU
79%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-14900KF

79,371 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

2,690 Benchmark Score
Top 21% Market Ranking
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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

# FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i9-14900KF and where does it sit among all CPUs?

A: The i9-14900KF is a 24-core, 32-thread desktop processor from Intel's Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture. It ranks in the 95th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: How does the Core i9-14900KF compare to its closest rival?

A: The nearest rival is the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, which scores 79,574 versus the i9-14900KF's 79,371 average benchmark score. That puts the i9-14900KF 0.3% behind the Ultra 9 290HX Plus.

Q: What is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER's GPU architecture and process node?

A: The RTX 5070 SUPER uses the NVIDIA Blackwell 2.0 architecture on a 5 nm process node, with the GB205 chip manufactured by TSMC.

Q: How much memory does the RTX 5070 SUPER have?

A: The GPU is equipped with 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 672.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900KF has a boost clock of 6.00 GHz, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz.

Q: Does the i9-14900KF support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it also supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score and percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 5070 SUPER scores 2,690 in 3DMark Steel Nomad (DX12), placing it in the 18th percentile among all GPUs.

# Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data for this pairing shows a stark contrast between CPU and GPU performance tiers. The Intel Core i9-14900KF delivers an average benchmark score of 79,371, placing it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs. This is a top-tier result, with the nearest rival—the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus—scoring 79,574, a difference of just 0.3%. The i9-14900KF also edges out its direct sibling, the Core i9-14900K, by 0.3%, while sitting 0.8% below the AMD EPYC 7413 and 1.6% below the Intel Xeon w5-2565X.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER scores 2,690 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test. That result places it in the 18th percentile among all GPUs, a remarkably low position for a card in the GeForce 50-series. The nearest GPU rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M at 2,664 (1% behind), the NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 at 2,662 (1.1% behind), and the Intel Arc Pro B50 at 2,660 (1.1% behind). Even the NVIDIA GeForce GT 440 trails by just 1.7% with a score of 2,645.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU build is 57, reflecting a system where the processor is far more capable than the graphics card in relative terms. The CPU's 95th percentile standing dwarfs the GPU's 18th percentile, creating a significant performance imbalance. Benchmark results indicate that this pairing is heavily CPU-bound in most workloads, with the GPU representing the limiting factor for graphics-intensive tasks.

The data shows a clear picture: this is a high-end processor paired with a modestly-performing graphics card. The i9-14900KF's multi-core and single-core scores are exceptional, but the RTX 5070 SUPER's 3DMark result suggests it competes with entry-level GPUs from previous generations. This combination produces a system that excels in CPU-heavy applications but falls short in GPU-accelerated scenarios.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-14900KF is a 24-core, 32-thread desktop processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename from the Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node with a die size of 257 mm². The CPU features a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 6.00 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. It supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, includes ECC memory support, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The processor uses the Intel Socket 1700 and has an unlocked multiplier.

Benchmark scores reveal the CPU's strengths across a variety of workloads. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score reaches 49,370, while the single-core score is 6,969. Cinebench R20 results show 20,735 multi-core and 2,926 single-core. Cinebench R15 yields 4,976 multi-core and 702 single-core. Geekbench scores come in at 23,789 for multi-core and 2,727 for single-core.

PassMark results provide additional detail. The multi-thread score is 58,405, and the single-thread score is 4,685. Integer math scores 209,125, while floating-point math reaches 151,918. Data compression hits 785,831, and data encryption scores 46,416. Extended instructions (SIMD) reach 44,839, random string sorting scores 86,564, physics scores 3,159, and find prime numbers scores 231.

These numbers indicate a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads, as shown by the 49,370 Cinebench R23 multi-core score, which is over seven times the single-core score. The 24 cores and 32 threads provide substantial parallel processing capability. The 6.00 GHz boost clock is exceptional for single-threaded tasks, reflected in the 6,969 Cinebench R23 single-core score. The CPU's 36 MB of shared L3 cache, along with 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 80 KB of L1 cache per core, supports data-intensive workloads.

The 95th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms that this is a high-end desktop processor. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, scores nearly identically, with only a 0.3% difference. The i9-14900KF also compares closely to the i9-14900K, which it beats by 0.3%. For real workloads, this translates to strong performance in video editing, 3D rendering, software compilation, and other multi-threaded tasks, while the high boost clock ensures snappy single-threaded responsiveness.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a significant imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this build. The Intel Core i9-14900KF sits in the 95th percentile among all CPUs, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER sits in just the 18th percentile among all GPUs. This 77-percentage-point gap is substantial and indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck in graphics-intensive workloads.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 79,371 dwarfs the GPU's 2,690 score in 3DMark Steel Nomad. When comparing these components, the CPU is performing at a level near the very top of the desktop processor market, while the GPU is performing near the bottom of the graphics card market. This creates a situation where the GPU will limit frame rates in gaming, while the CPU has ample headroom to handle physics, AI, and game logic without bottlenecking.

In CPU-bound workloads such as data compression (785,831 PassMark score), integer math (209,125), and floating-point math (151,918), the system will perform exceptionally well. The GPU's low 3DMark score suggests that rendering tasks, gaming at high resolutions, and GPU-accelerated compute will be constrained by the graphics card.

The FPS scaling in gaming scenarios would be dictated by the GPU's 18th percentile performance, not the CPU's 95th percentile capability. At lower resolutions, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (6,969 in Cinebench R23 single-core) could help push higher frame rates, but the GPU's limited 3DMark result will ultimately cap performance. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes even more of a limiting factor, as the rendering load increases while the CPU's advantage becomes less relevant.

The combined percentile of 57 reflects this imbalance, suggesting a system that is neither fully balanced nor entirely mismatched. The data indicates that for gaming, the RTX 5070 SUPER is the bottleneck; for productivity tasks like video editing and 3D rendering, the CPU leads while the GPU may still lag in GPU-accelerated effects.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. Therefore, all frame rate discussion here is estimated from the benchmark scores, not from direct testing. The data should be treated as an approximation based on the CPU and GPU's relative performance tiers.

The RTX 5070 SUPER's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,690 places it in the 18th percentile among all GPUs, alongside competitors like the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M (2,664), GeForce GT 1030 (2,662), and Intel Arc Pro B50 (2,660). These are historically entry-level or low-end graphics solutions. Based on this benchmark data, gaming performance would be expected to align with that tier, meaning modest frame rates at 1080p and potentially challenging performance at higher resolutions.

The i9-14900KF's strong single-core score of 6,969 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can feed frames quickly, but the GPU's limited rendering capability constrains output. For esports titles that are CPU-bound, the processor's high boost clock of 6.00 GHz could help sustain competitive frame rates. For AAA games with demanding graphics, the GPU's 18th percentile standing implies frame rates would lag well behind what the CPU could otherwise support.

Given the GPU's 18 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth, memory capacity is not a concern, but raw rendering throughput (32.15 TFLOPS FP32) is modest relative to higher-tier GPUs. Estimates suggest 1080p gaming would be playable at medium to high settings for many titles, while 1440p and 4K would require reduced settings to maintain playable frame rates. The dual-slot card with a 245 mm length and 1x 16-pin power connector is physically compact, but its performance profile is the limiting factor.

# Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This build is not well-suited for high-refresh gaming. The GPU's 18th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,690, indicates it cannot drive the high frame rates needed for 144 Hz or 240 Hz monitors in demanding titles. The CPU's single-core performance is excellent, but the GPU holds the system back.

Streaming: The i9-14900KF's 24 cores and 32 threads provide ample headroom for encoding and streaming simultaneously. The CPU's 49,370 Cinebench R23 multi-core score suggests it can handle streaming workloads while gaming, though the GPU's modest performance may limit the game's visual quality during a stream.

Video Editing: The CPU excels in video editing, with high multi-threaded scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests. The 36 MB L3 cache and fast DDR5 support help with timeline scrubbing and export. However, GPU-accelerated effects and rendering will be slower due to the RTX 5070 SUPER's low benchmark scores.

3D Rendering: CPU-based rendering will be strong, given the 49,370 Cinebench R23 multi-core score. The 24 cores handle ray tracing and complex scenes well. GPU-based rendering in applications that leverage CUDA or OptiX will be limited by the GPU's 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 18th percentile standing.

Software Development: The i9-14900KF is ideal for compilation and multi-threaded build tasks. The 209,125 PassMark integer math score and 58,405 multi-thread score indicate fast compile times. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks, so this pairing works well for coders.

Student and Office Work: This build is overkill for office tasks. The CPU's 4,685 PassMark single-thread score ensures snappy responsiveness in productivity apps, but the cost and power of the 24-core processor are wasted on such workloads. The GPU's low performance is not a concern for office work.

# Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU performance above all else. The i9-14900KF's 95th percentile ranking among all CPUs makes it suitable for professionals in video editing, 3D rendering, software development, and scientific computing. Content creators who work primarily in CPU-bound applications will benefit from the 24 cores and 32 threads, as evidenced by the 49,370 Cinebench R23 multi-core score.

Gamers at 1080p with modest graphics expectations might find this build acceptable, given the CPU's strong single-thread performance (6,969 Cinebench R23 single-core). However, the RTX 5070 SUPER's 18th percentile GPU ranking limits high-resolution gaming, so gamers seeking 1440p or 4K performance should look elsewhere.

Students and office workers do not need this level of CPU performance, and small business workstations would be better served by a more balanced configuration. The build is best suited for power users who run heavily multi-threaded applications and are willing to accept the GPU as a weaker component. Developers compiling large codebases, researchers running simulations, and video editors working with high-resolution footage are the primary beneficiaries of this CPU-centric pairing.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop build combining the Intel Core i9-14900KF with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread processor from Intel's Core 14th Gen series, based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a 125 W TDP and a 6.00 GHz boost clock. The GPU is an 18 GB GDDR7 card from NVIDIA's GeForce 50-series, based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, with a 275 W TDP.

The combined percentile for this build is 57, which places it in the mid-range of all CPU+GPU pairings. However, this figure masks a wide disparity: the CPU sits in the 95th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 18th percentile among all GPUs. The build is best described as a high-end CPU paired with an entry-level GPU, creating a CPU-centric system that excels in processor-intensive tasks but lags in graphics performance.

The i9-14900KF's launch MSRP is $564. The GPU has no launch MSRP listed in the data. The build class is desktop, indicating a traditional tower or workstation form factor. The overall tier is defined by the CPU's exceptional performance, but the GPU's modest capabilities prevent this from being a high-end gaming or rendering system.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is a desktop GPU from the GeForce 50-series, built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with the GB205 chip. It is manufactured by TSMC on a 5 nm process node, with 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 118.3 million per mm². The GPU has a base clock of 2325 MHz and a boost clock of 2512 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective).

The card features 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 672.0 GB/s of bandwidth. It has 6,400 shading units, 200 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units. The GPU includes 50 ray tracing cores and 200 tensor cores. Pixel rate is 201.0 GPixel/s, texture rate is 502.4 GTexel/s, and FP32 performance is 32.15 TFLOPS (with FP16 at the same 32.15 TFLOPS due to 1:1 ratio). The TDP is 275 W, and it uses a single 16-pin power connector.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 2,690, placing it in the 18th percentile among all GPUs. This is a low score, with the nearest rivals being the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M (2,664), GeForce GT 1030 (2,662), Intel Arc Pro B50 (2,660), and GeForce GT 440 (2,645). These are all entry-level or legacy GPUs, indicating that the RTX 5070 SUPER's benchmark performance is far below what its 50-series branding suggests.

For rendering, the 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is modest, and the 50 ray tracing cores are present but limited in overall capability given the low benchmark score. The 18 GB VRAM is generous, and the 672.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate, but raw compute performance is the limiting factor. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, and offers display outputs of 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b. The dual-slot card measures 245 mm in length, 115 mm in height, and 40 mm in width.