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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-14901E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

92%

GPU

90%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-14901E

37,911 Benchmark Score

Top 8% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

16,504 Benchmark Score

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30-60

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90-100

Ultimate

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

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70-89

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50-69

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30-49

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The Intel Core i9-14901E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 pairing represents a specific configuration within the desktop segment. The data for this combination shows a combined percentile of 73, indicating that this build outperforms 73% of all tested configurations in the database. The CPU holds an 86th percentile rank among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at a 59th percentile rank among all GPUs. This discrepancy in percentile positions is the first indicator of a system where the processor is the primary driver of overall performance, while the graphics card, despite its high-end specifications, occupies a more moderate position in the comparative rankings. The following analysis examines the benchmark data to understand the strengths, weaknesses, and ideal use cases for this specific pairing.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC. The chip, designated GB202, contains 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 122.9M per mm². The GPU is equipped with 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 1.34 TB/s. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed. These specifications indicate a substantial memory subsystem capable of handling large textures and high-resolution assets without bandwidth constraints.

The core configuration includes 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 raster operation processors. Clock speeds are listed at a base of 2017 MHz and a boost of 2407 MHz. The pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. For compute workloads, the GPU delivers 104.8 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 operations, with a 1:1 ratio between the two. The ray tracing hardware consists of 170 RT cores, while the tensor core count is 680. These figures suggest a GPU designed for high-throughput rendering tasks, particularly those leveraging ray tracing and AI-accelerated features.

The benchmark data for this GPU is limited to a single test: 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, where it scored 16,504. This score places the GPU at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals in the database provide context for this score. The NVIDIA T400 scores 16,508, a delta of 0%. The AMD Radeon PRO W7500 scores 16,415, a delta of 0.5%. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell scores 16,408, a delta of 0.6%. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT scores 16,361, a delta of 0.9%. The closeness of these scores, all within a 1% margin, indicates that the RTX 5090 D V2's performance in this specific benchmark is comparable to a range of professional and consumer GPUs, despite its advanced architecture and large memory pool. The data suggests that the 3DMark Steel Nomad score does not fully reflect the GPU's potential in other workloads, particularly those that utilize the massive VRAM capacity or the RT and tensor cores.

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

The CPU, an Intel Core i9-14901E, delivers a range of benchmark scores that establish its position in the high-performance tier. In Cinebench R15, the multi-core score is 2,595 and the single-core score is 366. Cinebench R20 results show a multi-core score of 10,816 and a single-core score of 1,526. Moving to Cinebench R23, the multi-core score rises to 25,753, with a single-core score of 3,635. These Cinebench figures indicate strong multi-threaded rendering capability, with the multi-core scores scaling well beyond the single-core scores, reflecting the 8-core, 16-thread configuration.

The PassMark suite provides additional data points. The multi-thread score is 30,298, and the single-thread score is 4,354. Specific workload tests show a data compression score of 288,777, a data encryption score of 18,571, an extended instructions score of 17,249, and a find prime numbers score of 189. Floating point math scores 81,089, integer math scores 112,736, physics scores 3,041, and random string sorting scores 39,138. The average benchmark score for the CPU is 37,911, placing it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs. This percentile rank indicates that the i9-14901E outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database.

The nearest rivals for the CPU are closely grouped. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has an average score of 37,904, a delta of 0%. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X scores 37,943, a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Core 5 211E scores 37,829, a delta of 0.2%. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37,804, a delta of 0.3%. These deltas are extremely small, all within a 0.4% range, showing that the i9-14901E's average performance is statistically tied with these competing processors. The combined picture from the CPU and GPU data is one of a system with a top-tier processor paired with a GPU that, while powerful on paper, scores in the mid-range percentile. The CPU's 86th percentile against the GPU's 59th percentile suggests that in many workloads, the processor will be the limiting factor, or at least the component with the higher relative standing.

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work. One short paragraph per scenario, citing the numbers that support the verdict

For high-refresh gaming, the CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,635 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4,354, provides the necessary frame pacing for high-refresh monitors. The GPU's 24 GB of VRAM offers ample capacity for high-resolution textures, though its 59th percentile 3DMark score suggests that achieving maximum frame rates at demanding settings may require adjustments. The data indicates a capable gaming system, but the GPU's benchmark position relative to other cards in the database means expectations should be tempered for the most extreme settings.

Streaming workloads benefit from the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, which handle encoding and game logic simultaneously. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,753 shows strong parallel processing capability. The GPU's tensor cores can also assist with AI-based encoding features, but the data does not provide specific streaming benchmarks. The combination of a high-percentile CPU and a mid-percentile GPU suggests that streaming at high quality while gaming will be feasible, with the CPU carrying a significant portion of the workload.

Video editing applications leverage both the CPU and GPU. The CPU's PassMark data encryption score of 18,571 and integer math score of 112,736 indicate strong performance in tasks that involve data manipulation. The GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth are suited for working with high-resolution video timelines and effects. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504 provides a baseline for GPU-accelerated effects, though the specific video editing software performance is not measured in this data.

3D rendering relies heavily on the CPU's multi-core performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,753 is a direct indicator of rendering capability in CPU-based renderers. For GPU-based rendering, the RTX 5090 D V2's 170 RT cores and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance are relevant, though the benchmark data only shows the 3DMark score. The system's rendering performance will be strong for CPU-bound tasks, with GPU acceleration available for compatible renderers.

Software development benefits from the CPU's high single-thread performance and multi-core throughput. The PassMark single-thread score of 4,354 aids in compilation times for single-threaded tasks, while the multi-thread score of 30,298 helps with parallel builds. The data encryption and extended instructions scores of 18,571 and 17,249, respectively, indicate capability in cryptographic and SIMD-heavy workloads common in development tools.

For student and office work, the system is significantly over-provisioned. The CPU's 86th percentile and the GPU's 59th percentile far exceed the requirements for document processing, web browsing, and productivity applications. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback for basic display tasks, though the discrete GPU would handle any graphics acceleration. The data shows that this build is not optimized for such workloads, as the hardware capabilities far exceed typical office demands.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries (gamers at specific resolutions, content creators, developers, students, small business workstations) tied strictly to the measured performance

Gamers targeting high-refresh 1080p or 1440p play would find the system's CPU performance suitable, given the single-core score of 4,354 in PassMark. The GPU's 24 GB VRAM provides headroom for texture-heavy games, but the 59th percentile 3DMark score suggests that 4K gaming at ultra settings may not achieve the highest frame rates. The measured data does not include specific game FPS, so these are estimates based on the benchmark scores.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering would benefit from the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,753, which is a strong indicator for CPU rendering tasks. The GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth support large project files. The RTX 5090 D V2's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance can accelerate GPU-based effects, though the 3DMark score of 16,504 shows it is not the top performer in its class.

Software developers who compile large codebases would appreciate the CPU's multi-thread score of 30,298 and single-thread score of 4,354. The extended instructions score of 17,249 suggests capability with SIMD-optimized code. The GPU is less relevant for development, but its presence does not hinder productivity tasks.

Students in engineering or data science fields may find the CPU's 86th percentile performance useful for simulations or data analysis. The PassMark integer math score of 112,736 indicates strong arithmetic processing. However, the GPU's mid-range percentile and the overall system cost, while not discussed here, would make this a specialized choice for students with demanding workloads.

Small business workstations that run virtual machines or database applications would leverage the CPU's 8 cores, 16 threads, and ECC memory support. The PassMark data compression score of 288,777 is relevant for database operations. The GPU is likely underutilized in this context, but the system's overall 73rd combined percentile indicates it can handle a variety of business applications.

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

The Intel Core i9-14901E is a desktop processor from the Core 14th Gen series, based on the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The thermal design power is 65 W, which is notably low for a processor with these specifications. The process node is 10 nm at Intel, and the die size is 257 mm². The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

The memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5, with a dual-channel bus. ECC memory is supported, which is a key feature for workstation and server applications. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics is UHD Graphics 770, providing basic display output without a discrete GPU. The processor is not multiplier-unlocked, meaning overclocking is not supported. The release date was 2024-06-30, and the production status is active.

The benchmark scores provide a comprehensive view of the CPU's capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,753 is competitive, though the nearest rivals show that this level of performance is not unique. The single-core score of 3,635 is strong for general responsiveness. The PassMark scores show specific strengths: data compression at 288,777 and integer math at 112,736 are high, while find prime numbers at 189 is low, indicating that the CPU is optimized for certain workloads over others. The 86th percentile rank confirms that the i9-14901E is a high-performing processor, but the tight clustering of rivals within 0.3% delta means that real-world differences will be minimal.

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU and GPU combination. The measuredFpsUltraByGame field is empty, and dataIsMeasured is false. Therefore, all gaming performance figures are estimates based on the benchmark scores, not measured results. The CPU's single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 3,635 and PassMark single-thread score of 4,354, suggests that the processor will not bottleneck frame generation in most games. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504 indicates a certain level of rasterization performance, but this is a synthetic test and not directly equivalent to game FPS.

Given the GPU's 59th percentile rank and the CPU's 86th percentile, the system is likely to provide smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p resolutions, where the CPU's strong single-core performance can drive high frame rates. At 4K resolution, the GPU's workload increases, and its mid-range percentile suggests that frame rates will be lower than what top-tier GPUs achieve. The 24 GB VRAM is sufficient for any game's texture requirements, and the 1.34 TB/s bandwidth prevents memory bandwidth bottlenecks. However, the lack of measured FPS means that these expectations are qualitative estimates based on the relative performance of the CPU and GPU in the benchmark data.

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

The balance between the CPU and GPU is skewed towards the processor. The CPU's 86th percentile rank versus the GPU's 59th percentile indicates that the CPU is the higher-performing component relative to its peers. In CPU-bound workloads, such as physics calculations, data compression, and single-threaded tasks, the i9-14901E will not be the limiting factor. The PassMark physics score of 3,041, while not the highest, is sufficient for most applications.

In GPU-bound workloads, such as high-resolution gaming or GPU rendering, the RTX 5090 D V2's 59th percentile becomes the bottleneck. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504, while close to rivals, does not place the GPU in the top tier. The frame rate scaling in games would follow the GPU's performance curve, meaning at lower resolutions where the CPU can push more frames, the GPU may struggle to keep up, while at higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the primary limiter.

The combined percentile of 73 reflects this imbalance, as the system's overall performance is dragged down by the GPU's lower rank. For workloads that are purely CPU-intensive, the system performs at the 86th percentile level. For GPU-intensive workloads, performance drops to the 59th percentile level. The data shows that the CPU is the stronger component, and any upgrade path should consider the GPU as the first candidate for replacement to achieve better system balance.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's percentile rank among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E is at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37,911.

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

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16,504 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark, placing it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has an average score of 37,904, with a delta of 0% compared to the i9-14901E's average score of 37,911, indicating essentially identical performance.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with a dual-channel bus and ECC memory support.

Q: Does the GPU support DirectX 12 Ultimate?

A: Yes, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), along with OpenGL 4.6 and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the power consumption of the GPU and what PSU is suggested?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 575 W, and the suggested power supply unit is 950 W, with a single 16-pin power connector.

Q: Are there any measured FPS results for this build?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU and GPU combination, so all gaming frame rates are estimates based on benchmark scores.

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class (desktop/laptop from buildClass), and overall tier from the percentiles

This build pairs the Intel Core i9-14901E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 in a desktop configuration, as indicated by the buildClass field. The combined percentile for this pairing is 73, meaning it outperforms 73% of all systems in the database. The CPU is a high-tier processor at the 86th percentile, while the GPU is a mid-tier performer at the 59th percentile. This creates a system where the processor's capabilities are not fully matched by the graphics card. The CPU is a Raptor Lake-based 8-core, 16-thread part with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, placing it among the top processors for multi-threaded and single-threaded tasks. The GPU, based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, offers 24 GB of GDDR7 memory and 170 RT cores, but its benchmark score places it in the middle of the pack. The overall tier of the build is thus defined by the CPU's high performance, with the GPU providing adequate but not class-leading graphics performance.

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, what a sensible next upgrade looks like

The Intel Core i9-14901E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform. This socket supports the Core 14th Gen series, among others. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, providing ample bandwidth for the latest GPUs and NVMe storage. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 offers a fallback display option. The CPU's TDP is 65 W, which is low, leaving significant power headroom in the system.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 has a TDP of 575 W, and the suggested PSU is 950 W. The system's power requirements are dominated by the GPU. The CPU's 65 W TDP is minimal in comparison, so the PSU headroom is determined by the GPU's draw. The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector and is a dual-slot card with dimensions of 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 48 mm in width.

A sensible next upgrade would be to replace the GPU with a higher-performing model, as the GPU's 59th percentile is the system's weaker point. The CPU's 86th percentile and the PCIe Gen 5 interface ensure that a newer GPU would not be bottlenecked by the platform. The 950 W PSU provides sufficient headroom for a GPU with a similar or slightly higher TDP. The CPU's socket, memory support, and PCIe lanes would not need to be changed. The upgrade path is straightforward: focus on the GPU to bring the system's overall performance closer to the CPU's high percentile.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-14901E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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Performance Tiers Explained

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

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work. One short paragraph per scenario, citing the numbers that support the verdict

Who Should Build It — target users and industries (gamers at specific resolutions, content creators, developers, students, small business workstations) tied strictly to the measured performance

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

FAQ

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class (desktop/laptop from buildClass), and overall tier from the percentiles

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, what a sensible next upgrade looks like

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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