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# Intel Core i9-14900KS + NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation: Benchmark Analysis

This pairing combines Intel's flagship 14th Gen desktop processor with NVIDIA's workstation-class Ada Lovelace GPU. The CPU holds a 96th percentile ranking against all processors, while the GPU sits at the 95th percentile against all GPUs. The combined system percentile is 96, placing this build in the top tier of desktop configurations. The data shows a compute-focused platform with exceptional single-threaded performance and professional-grade rendering capabilities, though it is important to note that no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination.

FAQ

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

A: The combined system percentile is 96, placing it in the top 4% of all desktop configurations tracked in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i9-14900KS compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 81,127, which is effectively identical to the Intel Xeon w5-3535X (81,115) and AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX (81,103), with 0% deltaPct. It is 0.5% ahead of both the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 (80,762) and Intel Xeon 638 (80,723).

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and bandwidth?

A: The NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation features 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering 360.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory runs at 2250 MHz with 18 Gbps effective speed.

Q: Does this CPU support overclocking?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-14900KS has an unlocked multiplier, and it is specified with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 6.20 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP of each component?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 150 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 130 W. The suggested PSU for the GPU is 300 W.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900KS supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it includes ECC memory support.

Q: What is the GPU's FP32 compute performance?

A: The RTX 4000 Ada Generation delivers 26.73 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, with FP16 rated at the same 26.73 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i9-14900KS delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 50,995 and a single-core score of 7,199. In Cinebench R20, the processor achieves 21,417 multi-core and 3,023 single-core. The Geekbench results show 23,931 multi-core and 2,692 single-core scores. These figures place the CPU at the 96th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 81,127. The nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon w5-3535X at 81,115 (0% delta) and AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX at 81,103 (0% delta), indicating that this processor is statistically tied with those workstation-class parts in aggregate performance.

The NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation posts a Geekbench OpenCL score of 146,593 and a Vulkan score of 123,842. Its average benchmark score is 135,218, placing it at the 95th percentile against all GPUs. The nearest rivals show tight competition: the NVIDIA A10M scores 135,230 (0% delta), the AMD Radeon PRO W6800 scores 135,396 (-0.1% delta), and the AMD Radeon PRO V620 scores 136,472 (-0.9% delta). This GPU is effectively within 1% of its closest workstation competitors, making the RTX 4000 Ada Generation a mid-pack leader in its class.

The combined picture shows a system where both components operate at the 95th-96th percentile of their respective categories. The CPU's multi-threaded throughput, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 score of 50,995, pairs with GPU compute capability that reaches 146,593 in OpenCL. This combination is balanced for compute-heavy workloads rather than gaming, as the GPU's workstation orientation prioritizes precision and driver stability over rasterization speed.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation is built on the AD104 chip using a 5 nm process at TSMC, with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. The memory subsystem consists of 20 GB of GDDR6 on a 160-bit bus, yielding 360.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1500 MHz and boosts to 2175 MHz, with memory clocked at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective). The shading array includes 6,144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation processors.

For ray tracing and AI acceleration, the GPU includes 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores. The pixel rate is 139.2 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 417.6 GTexel/s. FP32 compute reaches 26.73 TFLOPS, with FP16 matching at 26.73 TFLOPS in a 1:1 ratio. These specifications place the GPU at the 95th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 135,218.

In rendering workloads, the 20 GB VRAM capacity provides substantial headroom for large scenes and high-resolution textures. The 360.0 GB/s bandwidth supports data movement for complex shading operations. The 48 RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, while the 192 tensor cores handle AI-based denoising and DLSS-style features. The OpenCL score of 146,593 indicates strong general-purpose compute performance, which is essential for GPU-accelerated rendering engines. The Vulkan score of 123,842 is lower than OpenCL, which is typical for workstation-oriented drivers that prioritize compute APIs. The 1:1 FP16/FP32 ratio means that half-precision workloads will not gain a throughput advantage, making this GPU better suited for FP32-precision scientific and engineering applications.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps entries for this CPU and GPU pairing. Therefore, all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and component specifications, not measured results.

Based on the GPU's 95th percentile ranking and the CPU's 96th percentile, this system is expected to deliver high framerates at 1440p and 4K resolutions in most titles. The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 7,199 is exceptionally strong, which will minimize CPU bottlenecks in game logic and physics threads. The GPU's 26.73 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 20 GB VRAM suggest it can handle high-resolution textures and modern rendering techniques.

However, the RTX 4000 Ada Generation is a workstation GPU, not a gaming-focused card. Its driver optimization and feature set prioritize professional applications. Gamers should expect competitive but not class-leading rasterization performance. The 64 ROPs and 139.2 GPixel/s pixel rate are modest compared to gaming-oriented GPUs in the same price tier. Ray tracing performance will be aided by the 48 RT cores, but the 360.0 GB/s memory bandwidth may limit performance in bandwidth-sensitive scenarios at 4K.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU's average benchmark score of 81,127 is at the 96th percentile, while the GPU's average score of 135,218 is at the 95th percentile. This near-identical percentile positioning indicates a balanced pairing for compute workloads. The CPU's multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 50,995, is sufficient to feed the GPU's compute pipeline without creating a significant CPU-side bottleneck.

In gaming workloads, the CPU's single-core performance is exceptionally strong, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 7,199 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2,692. This eliminates most CPU-bound scenarios at standard gaming resolutions. The GPU becomes the primary limiter in gaming, particularly at 4K where the 160-bit memory bus and 360.0 GB/s bandwidth may constrain fill-rate-heavy scenes.

For content creation and rendering, the balance shifts. The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads handle scene preparation and physics simulation, while the GPU accelerates rendering. The PassMark multithread score of 60,012 and integer math score of 212,644 indicate strong CPU throughput for non-GPU-accelerated tasks. The GPU's 26.73 TFLOPS FP32 performance handles the heavy lifting in GPU-accelerated renderers. In this configuration, neither component consistently bottlenecks the other; the limiting factor depends on whether the workload is CPU-bound or GPU-bound.

Who Should Build It

This system targets professionals who require both high-end CPU compute and workstation-class GPU acceleration. Content creators working with 4K video editing will benefit from the CPU's 24 cores and the GPU's 20 GB VRAM. 3D artists using GPU-accelerated renderers will appreciate the 26.73 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 48 RT cores. Software developers compiling large codebases will use the CPU's 32 threads, while the GPU's Vulkan support (1.4) enables graphics programming.

Students in engineering or computer science programs will find the CPU's 96th percentile performance suitable for simulation and data analysis coursework. Small business workstations that need reliable compute for CAD, financial modeling, or scientific computing will benefit from the ECC memory support on the CPU and the GPU's workstation driver features. Gamers at 1440p or 4K will find this system capable, but the GPU's workstation orientation means it is not optimized for gaming-specific features. Users who primarily game should consider a gaming-oriented GPU instead.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. ECC memory support is available, which is beneficial for workstation reliability. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), enabling fast connectivity for NVMe storage and expansion cards. The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 slots.

The CPU has a TDP of 150 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 130 W. The suggested PSU for the GPU is 300 W, which includes system headroom. A sensible next upgrade would be adding more memory, as the dual-channel DDR5 support can be fully utilized with additional modules. The GPU's single-slot design and 1x 16-pin power connector mean it can be replaced with a more powerful workstation GPU in the future, provided the PSU can handle the increased power draw. The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support ensures that future storage devices will not be bandwidth-limited.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining an Intel Core i9-14900KS with an NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation. The combined percentile is 96, placing the system in the top tier of all tracked desktop configurations. The CPU is a 14th Gen Intel Core i9 with 24 cores and 32 threads, boosting to 6.20 GHz. The GPU is a workstation-oriented Ada Lovelace part with 20 GB VRAM and 26.73 TFLOPS FP32. This is not a gaming rig; it is a professional compute workstation that can handle gaming as a secondary function. The overall tier, based on the 96th combined percentile and the near-identical CPU and GPU percentile rankings, is a high-end professional workstation.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-14900KS is a 24-core, 32-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R refresh). It is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². The base clock is 3.20 GHz, and the boost clock reaches 6.20 GHz, which is the highest boost clock in the database. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3.

The benchmark results show exceptional multi-threaded performance: Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 50,995, and PassMark multithread scores 60,012. Single-threaded performance is equally impressive, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 7,199 and PassMark single-thread at 4,815. The PassMark sub-tests reveal workload characteristics: data compression scores 803,368, integer math scores 212,644, floating-point math scores 153,975, and extended instructions score 45,524. The physics score is 3,381, and prime number finding is 244. The average benchmark score of 81,127 places the CPU at the 96th percentile, with nearest rivals within 0.5%.

For real workloads, this CPU excels in heavily threaded tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The high boost clock of 6.20 GHz provides exceptional responsiveness in single-threaded applications. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running compute jobs. The unlocked multiplier allows overclocking for users who need additional performance, though the 150 W TDP already indicates high power draw.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 7,199) supports high framerates in CPU-bound titles. The GPU's 26.73 TFLOPS FP32 can drive 1440p gaming at high settings, but the workstation-oriented drivers and modest 160-bit memory bus limit 4K performance. Expect strong performance at 1080p and 1440p, but not the top-tier rasterization of gaming-specific GPUs.

Streaming: The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads handle encoding workloads without impacting game performance. The PassMark data compression score of 803,368 indicates fast encoding throughput. The GPU's NVENC (implied by Ada Lovelace architecture) can offload encoding, though this is not explicitly confirmed in the data.

Video Editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 50,995 accelerates timeline rendering and export. The GPU's 20 GB VRAM holds large 4K and 8K projects. The 360.0 GB/s bandwidth supports real-time preview of high-resolution footage. This is a strong combination for professional video editing.

3D Rendering: The GPU's 26.73 TFLOPS FP32 and 48 RT cores accelerate ray-traced rendering. The CPU's 32 threads handle scene preparation and geometry processing. The 20 GB VRAM allows rendering of complex scenes without out-of-core memory swapping. The 95th GPU percentile and 96th CPU percentile make this a balanced rendering workstation.

Software Development: The CPU's 24 cores and 32 threads speed up compilation. The PassMark integer math score of 212,644 reflects strong integer performance for code processing. The GPU's Vulkan 1.4 support enables graphics programming. ECC memory support reduces crash risk during long test runs.

Student and Office Work: This system is massively overprovisioned for typical student or office tasks. The CPU's single-core performance ensures snappy application responsiveness, while the GPU's compute power is unnecessary for document editing or web browsing. The 150 W CPU TDP and 130 W GPU TDP mean moderate power draw for a high-end desktop. Students in engineering or data science will use the compute capabilities; general office users will not.

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