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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-14901E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP

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Top 17% 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
92%
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GPU
74%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-14901E

37,911 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP

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60-85
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85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i9-14901E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP form a desktop pairing that sits at the 68th percentile overall, a combination of a high-end CPU with a mid-range GPU. The processor is the clear performance leader in this duo, while the graphics card defines the gaming ceiling. Because no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, all frame rate discussions below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and relative performance percentiles.

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP is built on the Ampere architecture using the GA106 chip, fabricated on Samsung's 8 nm process with 12,000 million transistors on a 276 mm² die. This is a 30-series card with a 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs, placing it squarely in the middle of the pack for graphics performance. The card operates at a base clock of 1627 MHz and a boost clock of 1852 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz, translating to 14 Gbps effective. The 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus delivers 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth, a figure that will be sufficient for 1080p gaming but may become a limiting factor at higher resolutions or with texture-heavy workloads.

The GPU's compute configuration includes 3840 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units. The texture rate of 222.2 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 88.90 GPixel/s provide a solid foundation for rasterized rendering. More notably, the card includes 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores, supporting DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The FP32 performance of 14.22 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 14.22 TFLOPS (1:1), indicates that ray tracing and DLSS-capable workloads will run, though the mid-range positioning suggests that heavy RT effects will require compromises in resolution or quality settings.

Given the 50th percentile standing, this GPU is a balanced mid-range option. The 6 GB VRAM capacity is the most significant constraint for modern rendering tasks, as 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth can feed the 3840 SPs adequately, but the frame buffer size will cap texture detail and resolution in demanding titles. The card's 185 W TDP and 450 W suggested PSU keep it manageable for most desktop builds, and the dual-slot design with a single 12-pin connector simplifies installation. For rendering, the tensor cores enable AI-accelerated features, but the 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 figure is the raw rasterization muscle that will define most performance outcomes.

FAQ

Q: What does the GPU's 50th percentile ranking mean for gaming performance?

A: The RTX 3060 3840SP sits at the exact middle of all GPUs, indicating it delivers average performance relative to the broader market. This suggests it can handle 1080p gaming comfortably, but users should expect to adjust settings at 1440p or above.

Q: How does the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i9-14901E scores 25753 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, and its average benchmark score of 37911 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 at 37904, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X at 37943, and the Intel Core 5 211E at 37829. The delta percentages range from -0.1% to 0.3%, meaning these processors are statistically tied in overall performance.

Q: Is the 6 GB VRAM on the RTX 3060 3840SP sufficient for modern games?

A: The 6 GB GDDR6 memory with 336.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for 1080p gaming at medium-to-high settings, but it will struggle with 4K textures or games that exceed this capacity. The 192-bit bus width is a secondary limitation that affects memory-intensive workloads.

Q: What is the CPU's socket and does it support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E uses the Intel Socket 1700 and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It also supports ECC memory, which is notable for workstation reliability in data-sensitive tasks.

Q: How does the CPU's single-core performance compare to its multi-core performance?

A: The CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3635 and a multi-core score of 25753, indicating strong per-thread performance. The PassMark single-thread score of 4354 and multithread score of 30298 reinforce this balance, with the boost clock of 5.60 GHz driving the single-core results.

Q: What PCIe generation does the CPU and GPU support?

A: The CPU provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 bus interface. This means the CPU can support the latest storage and expansion cards, but the GPU is limited to Gen 4 bandwidth, which is not a bottleneck for this card's performance class.

Q: What is the production status of both components?

A: The CPU is marked as Active in production, while the GPU is End-of-life. This distinction matters for long-term availability and warranty considerations, as the GPU may become harder to source as a new unit.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3060 3840SP's 50th percentile GPU ranking and 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance make it a candidate for 1080p high-refresh gaming. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 ensures no processor bottleneck, allowing the GPU to be the primary driver, but the 6 GB VRAM will limit settings in newer titles at 1440p.

Streaming: The GPU's 120 tensor cores and 30 RT cores support NVENC-based encoding and AI-enhanced streaming features, making it a workable option for 1080p60 streams. The CPU's 16 threads and PassMark multithread score of 30298 provide ample headroom for encoding and gaming simultaneously, though the GPU's mid-range position means stream quality settings may need tuning.

Video editing: The CPU's high multi-core performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 10816 and PassMark floating point math score of 81089, handles timeline rendering and export tasks efficiently. The GPU's 3840 shading units accelerate effects and preview rendering, but the 6 GB VRAM will hit limits with long 4K timelines or heavy color grading.

3D rendering: The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads with a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2595 and PassMark integer math score of 112736 provide strong CPU-based rendering performance. The GPU's 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 and 30 RT cores accelerate ray-traced renders, though the 6 GB VRAM will cap scene complexity in GPU-accelerated renderers.

Software development: The CPU's boost clock of 5.60 GHz and PassMark single-thread score of 4354 deliver fast compile times for single-threaded build steps. The PassMark data compression score of 288777 and data encryption score of 18571 indicate solid performance for archive handling and secure operations, with 16 threads handling parallel builds effectively.

Student and office work: The 65 W TDP CPU with integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides an efficient baseline for everyday tasks, while the discrete GPU adds 6 GB VRAM and 14.22 TFLOPS for graphics acceleration. The PassMark random string sorting score of 39138 suggests quick database and spreadsheet operations, making this a capable workstation for general productivity.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a significant performance imbalance between the CPU and GPU. The CPU sits at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, and the combined percentile is 68. This 36-point gap suggests that the processor is far more capable than the graphics card in most workloads. In gaming scenarios, the GPU will be the limiting factor, as the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 and 5.60 GHz boost clock can feed frames far faster than the RTX 3060 3840SP can render them.

The FPS scaling implications are clear: at 1080p, the CPU could push beyond what the GPU delivers, meaning the GPU's 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth define the frame rate ceiling. At higher resolutions, the 6 GB VRAM becomes an additional constraint, potentially causing texture streaming issues before the raw compute is saturated. Conversely, in CPU-bound tasks like compilation or data processing, the GPU is largely idle, and the CPU's 86th percentile ranking (with a PassMark multithread score of 30298) determines performance.

The memory bandwidth situation reinforces this imbalance. The GPU's 336.0 GB/s is typical for its class, but the CPU's dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support with no listed bandwidth figure means the CPU's memory throughput is likely sufficient for its core count. The PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU versus the GPU's PCIe 4.0 x16 interface are not a practical bottleneck, as the card's bandwidth requirements are well within Gen 4 limits. Overall, the CPU is overqualified for this GPU pairing, leaving headroom for a future GPU upgrade without changing the processor.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who prioritize CPU-intensive work but need a competent GPU for moderate gaming or graphics acceleration. Gamers at 1080p will find the RTX 3060 3840SP's 50th percentile performance adequate for most titles, while the CPU's 86th percentile ensures no frame drops from processor limitations. Content creators working on video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 and the GPU's 30 RT cores, though the 6 GB VRAM limits scene complexity.

Software developers and data analysts are ideal users, given the CPU's PassMark data compression score of 288777 and integer math score of 112736, which accelerate build and analysis workloads. Students and small business workstation users will appreciate the 65 W TDP for lower power draw and the ECC memory support for data integrity, though the discrete GPU is overkill for basic office tasks. The combination of a high-end CPU with a mid-range GPU suits users who game occasionally but rely on the processor for daily productivity.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate figures here are estimates based on the benchmark scores and percentile rankings. The GPU's 50th percentile position and 14.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance suggest 1080p gaming at high settings in most titles, with 60+ FPS achievable in esports and older games. The 6 GB VRAM and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth are the limiting factors, likely reducing texture quality or resolution in newer AAA releases.

At 1440p, the RTX 3060 3840SP will require medium-to-high settings to maintain playable frame rates, and the 192-bit bus width becomes more apparent as memory bandwidth demands increase. The CPU's 5.60 GHz boost clock and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3635 ensure that even the most CPU-intensive game scenes will not bottleneck the GPU, meaning the graphics card is the sole determinant of gaming performance. Ray tracing workloads will stress the 30 RT cores, likely halving frame rates compared to rasterized settings, making DLSS via the 120 tensor cores a necessary feature for RT-enabled titles.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-14901E is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series, based on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. It operates at a base clock of 2.80 GHz with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a 257 mm² die size. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache, providing substantial on-die storage for frequently accessed data. The 65 W TDP is notably low for an i9-class chip, making it efficient for a desktop processor.

Benchmark results show strong performance across the board: Cinebench R23 scores of 3635 single-core and 25753 multi-core, Cinebench R20 scores of 1526 single-core and 10816 multi-core, and Cinebench R15 scores of 366 single-core and 2595 multi-core. PassMark tests reveal a single-thread score of 4354 and a multithread score of 30298, alongside specialized results like data compression at 288777, floating point math at 81089, and integer math at 112736. The 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its high-end positioning, with an average benchmark score of 37911 that is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and AMD Ryzen 7 9700X.

The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support for reliability. It offers Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes and includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, though the discrete GPU makes this irrelevant for most workloads. The processor is unlocked? No, the multiplier is not unlocked, meaning overclocking is limited. Released in 2024-06-30, this is a recent addition to the LGA 1700 platform, and its production status is Active.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build class pairing the Intel Core i9-14901E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 3840SP, combining a top-tier CPU with a mid-range GPU. The CPU's 86th percentile and the GPU's 50th percentile produce a combined percentile of 68, indicating an overall above-average system that is heavily weighted toward processor performance. This is not a balanced build in the traditional sense; it prioritizes compute-heavy workloads like rendering, compilation, and data processing while providing adequate, but not exceptional, gaming performance.

The CPU is a Raptor Lake Refresh part with 8 cores and 16 threads, a 5.60 GHz boost clock, and a 65 W TDP, making it a high-performance yet power-efficient choice. The GPU is an Ampere-based card with 6 GB VRAM, 3840 shading units, and 14.22 TFLOPS FP32, positioned at the 50th percentile. The mismatch in percentile rankings (86 vs. 50) defines this build's character: it is a workstation-class CPU paired with a mainstream GPU, suitable for users who need CPU horsepower but do not require top-tier graphics.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 37911, placing it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are remarkably close: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 37904 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X scores 37943 (-0.1% delta), the Intel Core 5 211E scores 37829 (0.2% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37804 (0.3% delta). These delta percentages show that the i9-14901E is statistically tied with its closest competitors, meaning real-world differences will be negligible.

The GPU has an average benchmark score of 0 and no listed nearest rivals, reflecting a lack of benchmark data, but its 50th percentile ranking provides context. The CPU's specific scores include a Cinebench R23 multi-core of 25753, a PassMark multithread of 30298, and a PassMark single-thread of 4354. The combined picture is a system where the CPU dominates in compute tasks, as evidenced by the 86th percentile, while the GPU delivers average graphics performance at the 50th percentile. The overall 68th percentile suggests a capable system that excels in CPU-bound applications but is average in GPU-bound scenarios.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-14901E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support. The CPU provides Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, meaning the motherboard must support both standards. The 65 W TDP CPU and 185 W TDP GPU, with a suggested PSU of 450 W, leave modest headroom for additional components, but a higher-wattage PSU would be prudent for future upgrades.

A sensible next upgrade is the GPU, given the significant percentile gap between the CPU (86th) and GPU (50th). The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 and 5.60 GHz boost clock have substantial headroom to support a more powerful graphics card without bottlenecking. The 6 GB VRAM on the current GPU is the most limiting factor for modern games and rendering, so a card with more memory would directly address this constraint. The PCIe 4.0 x16 interface is not a barrier, as it provides sufficient bandwidth for higher-end GPUs, and the CPU's Gen 5 lanes are a future-proofing asset for next-generation storage and expansion cards.

Memory upgrades are another path, as the CPU supports DDR5, which could improve bandwidth-sensitive workloads, though no memory bandwidth figure is provided in the data. The platform's ECC memory support is a differentiator for workstation users, but the current dual-channel configuration is adequate for most tasks. The CPU's locked multiplier limits overclocking, so performance gains must come from component upgrades rather than frequency increases. Given the GPU's End-of-life status, replacing it with a newer model would be the most impactful change to this system.