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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 225 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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85 Score

Top 15% Ranking

85 / 100

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Top 15% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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CPU

91%

GPU

79%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 225

36,938 Benchmark Score

Top 9% 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

Intel Core Ultra 5 225 pairs with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER in a desktop build that targets balanced 1080p and 1440p gaming alongside productivity workloads. The CPU is a 10-core, 10-thread Arrow Lake-S part on Intel Socket 1851, while the GPU brings 18 GB of GDDR7 memory and Blackwell 2.0 architecture. This analysis relies exclusively on the provided benchmark data, with no measured game FPS available for this exact combination.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is built on the Arrow Lake architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process at TSMC with 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. It features 10 cores and 10 threads, a base clock of 3.30 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. This is a desktop-class processor with a 65 W TDP, and it supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 85th percentile relative to all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36938. In Cinebench R23, it scores 25891 multi-core and 3655 single-core. The single-core result is particularly strong, indicating excellent responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks. The multi-core score of 25891 reflects solid throughput for a 10-thread part, though it is not a high-core-count workstation monster. PassMark results show 30459 in multithread, 4412 in single-thread, and 65345 in integer math. Floating-point math reaches 92038, while data compression scores 302811 and encryption 22285. Extended instructions hit 27162, and random string sorting achieves 36590.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 5 225 sits within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (deltaPct 0), AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (deltaPct -0.2), AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (deltaPct -0.4), and Intel Core i9-12900T (deltaPct -0.5). This means performance is statistically indistinguishable from these competitors, with differences under a single percentage point. For real workloads, the 4.90 GHz boost clock and strong single-core Cinebench score of 3655 suggest snappy application launches and good per-core efficiency. The 20 MB shared L3 cache helps with gaming and data-heavy tasks, though the 10-thread limit caps heavy multi-threaded scaling.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU delivers an average benchmark score of 36938, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, scores 36945 — essentially identical with a deltaPct of 0. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D trails by 0.2%, and the Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 by 0.4%. The Intel Core i9-12900T is 0.5% behind. These margins are negligible, meaning the Core Ultra 5 225 trades blows with these parts across synthetic workloads.

The GPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER, scores 2690 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. This places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs, which is low. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M (2664, deltaPct 1), GeForce GT 1030 (2662, deltaPct 1.1), Intel Arc Pro B50 (2660, deltaPct 1.1), and GeForce GT 440 (2645, deltaPct 1.7). The RTX 5070 SUPER leads these by 1% to 1.7%, but the overall percentile suggests this particular benchmark result is underwhelming relative to the GPU’s specifications. The combined percentile for this build is 52, indicating a mid-pack pairing when both components are considered together.

The combined picture shows a CPU that outperforms 85% of all CPUs while the GPU sits near the bottom 18% in Steel Nomad. This stark contrast suggests the GPU benchmark may not capture the full potential of the RTX 5070 SUPER, or the score reflects a specific workload where the card underperforms. The data shows no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all game performance discussions are estimates derived from these benchmark scores.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with the GB205 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm TSMC process with 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die. It features 6400 shading units, 200 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output pipelines. The memory subsystem includes 18 GB of GDDR7 on a 192-bit bus, delivering 672.0 GB/s bandwidth. Memory clocks run at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective. The base clock is 2325 MHz with a boost of 2512 MHz.

Ray tracing hardware includes 50 RT cores, and 200 tensor cores handle AI workloads. Pixel rate reaches 201.0 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 502.4 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is 32.15 TFLOPS, with FP16 also at 32.15 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio). The card consumes 275 W TDP, requires a 1x 16-pin power connector, and occupies a dual-slot form factor measuring 245 mm in length, 115 mm in height, and 40 mm in width. It uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface and outputs via 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b. API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 is the only GPU benchmark available. With a percentile of 18, this result places the card below most GPUs in the database. However, the nearest rivals are all low-end parts — Quadro K1100M, GT 1030, Arc Pro B50, GT 440 — and the RTX 5070 SUPER beats each by 1% to 1.7%. This suggests the Steel Nomad test may be limited by driver maturity or workload characteristics rather than raw hardware capability. For rendering workloads, the 18 GB VRAM and 672 GB/s bandwidth are substantial, and the 50 RT cores should accelerate ray-traced scenes. Tensor cores at 200 units provide AI acceleration for features like DLSS, though the benchmark does not capture that performance.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU percentile of 85 versus GPU percentile of 18 creates a clear imbalance. In CPU-bound tasks like Cinebench R23 multi-core (25891) and PassMark multithread (30459), the Core Ultra 5 225 performs strongly relative to its peers. In GPU-bound workloads represented by Steel Nomad (2690), the RTX 5070 SUPER appears weak. This suggests the CPU is the stronger component in this pairing, and the GPU may become the limiting factor in graphics-intensive scenarios.

For gaming, the CPU’s high single-core score of 3655 in Cinebench R23 and 4412 in PassMark indicates it can feed frames quickly. But the GPU’s low percentile means frame generation may be constrained. The 18 GB VRAM is ample for high-resolution textures, yet the Steel Nomad score hints at raw compute limitations. The FPS scaling evidence is missing — no measured FPS data exists for this combination — so bottleneck analysis relies on the benchmark disparity. In CPU-heavy workloads like data compression (302811) or integer math (65345), the CPU leads. In GPU-heavy tasks, the card’s 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 should handle modern games, but the benchmark suggests otherwise.

The TDP difference is notable: 65 W for the CPU versus 275 W for the GPU. This means the GPU dominates power draw, and the CPU is unlikely to throttle a system. The memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s for the CPU and 672.0 GB/s for the GPU indicates the GPU has far more memory throughput, which is typical. Overall, the CPU will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios; rather, the GPU’s benchmark performance may bottleneck the system’s graphics output.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact Intel Core Ultra 5 225 + RTX 5070 SUPER combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all frame rate figures below are estimates derived from benchmark scores, not direct measurements. The CPU’s strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 3655, PassMark single-thread 4412) indicates good frame pacing in CPU-limited titles. The GPU’s 18 GB VRAM and 672 GB/s bandwidth should handle high-resolution textures, but the Steel Nomad score of 2690 (18th percentile) suggests modest raw performance.

For esports titles at 1080p, the CPU’s boost clock of 4.90 GHz and high single-core scores should drive high frame rates, assuming the GPU can keep up. For AAA games at 1440p, the GPU’s 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 and 50 RT cores may deliver playable frame rates, but the low percentile raises caution. At 4K, the 18 GB VRAM is sufficient, but the GPU’s compute power may fall short. These are estimates only; actual FPS will vary by game and driver optimization. The combined percentile of 52 suggests mid-range gaming performance, not top-tier.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 uses Intel Socket 1851, which supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth. The platform offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, providing ample bandwidth for the RTX 5070 SUPER’s PCIe 5.0 x16 interface. The CPU’s 65 W TDP leaves significant thermal headroom, and the GPU’s 275 W TDP is the primary power consideration. The suggested PSU is not provided in the data, but the combined 340 W of CPU and GPU TDP suggests a capable power supply is needed, though no specific wattage is listed.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-core-count CPU on the same socket, assuming Intel releases compatible parts, since the 10-thread limit of the Core Ultra 5 225 is the main CPU constraint. Alternatively, upgrading the GPU to a higher-percentile model would address the graphics bottleneck, as the current GPU sits at the 18th percentile. The platform’s DDR5 support and PCIe Gen 5 ensure future compatibility for storage and expansion. The 20 MB L3 cache and 65 W TDP make this a power-efficient base for incremental upgrades.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3655 and PassMark single-thread of 4412 should drive high frame rates at 1080p, but the GPU’s 18th percentile Steel Nomad score of 2690 may limit 1440p or 4K high-refresh performance. Expect solid esports capability, with AAA titles requiring settings adjustments.

Streaming: The CPU’s 10 threads and PassMark multithread score of 30459 provide enough headroom for encoding alongside gaming, though the GPU’s tensor cores (200) could offload encoding tasks. The 18 GB VRAM helps with multiple streams or high-bitrate captures.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25891 and PassMark integer math of 65345 indicate good timeline performance and export speeds. The GPU’s 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 accelerates effects and renders, though the low percentile may slow GPU-accelerated previews.

3D rendering: The CPU’s floating-point math score of 92038 supports physics and simulation, while the GPU’s 50 RT cores and 672 GB/s bandwidth handle ray-traced renders. The 18 GB VRAM fits large scenes, but the Steel Nomad score suggests longer render times than higher-percentile GPUs.

Software development: The CPU’s data compression score of 302811 and encryption of 22285 speed up build tools and secure operations. The 4.90 GHz boost clock improves compile times for single-threaded tasks, and 10 threads help parallel builds.

Student and office work: The CPU’s 65 W TDP and 85th percentile overall make it efficient for everyday tasks, with PassMark single-thread of 4412 ensuring snappy responsiveness. The GPU is overkill for office use, but the 18 GB VRAM future-proofs for light graphics work.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s benchmark percentile relative to all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 sits in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36938.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in 3DMark Steel Nomad?

A: It scores 2690, leading the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M by 1%, the GeForce GT 1030 by 1.1%, the Intel Arc Pro B50 by 1.1%, and the GeForce GT 440 by 1.7%.

Q: What memory type and bandwidth does the GPU use?

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

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this CPU-GPU combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all game frame rates are estimates from benchmark scores.

Q: What is the CPU’s launch MSRP?

A: The launch MSRP is $246 for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory support is false for this processor.

Q: What are the CPU’s core and thread counts?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 has 10 cores and 10 threads, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Who Should Build It

This build targets gamers at 1080p and 1440p who prioritize CPU performance, given the CPU’s 85th percentile standing and the GPU’s modest 18th percentile. Content creators working on video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25891 and the GPU’s 18 GB VRAM, though they should temper expectations for GPU-accelerated tasks. Software developers will appreciate the CPU’s data compression score of 302811 and encryption of 22285, which speed up builds and secure workloads. Students and small business users seeking a capable desktop with a 65 W CPU TDP for efficiency will find this adequate, though the GPU’s 275 W TDP adds power draw. The combined percentile of 52 suggests a mid-range system, best suited for users who need strong CPU throughput with adequate graphics for non-competitive gaming or productivity.

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 225 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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Performance Insights

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