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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 225T + Intel Arc A750

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Top 10% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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CPU

89%

GPU

91%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 225T

30,468 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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Intel Arc A750

20,582 Benchmark Score

Top 9% Market Ranking

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0-30

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30-60

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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

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

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is a desktop processor built on the Arrow Lake architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 3 nm process node. It packs 10 cores and 10 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The chip's 65 W TDP places it in the efficient mainstream tier, while the L3 cache totals 20 MB shared across all cores, with 192 KB of L1 and 3 MB of L2 per core. The processor uses Intel Socket 1851 and supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, delivering 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth. PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes is available from the CPU, and an integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU unit provides basic display output.

Benchmark data shows a strong all-around performer. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,971 and single-core score of 3,101 indicate solid throughput for both threaded and lightly-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R20 results (9,227 multi-core, 1,302 single-core) and R15 results (2,214 multi-core, 312 single-core) follow the expected scaling pattern. PassMark integer math (59,543) and floating-point math (82,751) scores show balanced arithmetic capability, while data compression (233,998) and encryption (18,289) figures suggest strong productivity performance. The extended instructions score of 20,083 highlights capable SIMD processing.

The CPU sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30,468. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the Intel Core i9-11980HK (30,422 average, 0.2% slower), AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS (30,390 average, 0.3% slower), Intel Core i5-13600H (30,548 average, 0.3% faster), and AMD Ryzen 7 7736U (30,364 average, 0.3% slower). This places the Ultra 5 225T in a competitive zone against high-end mobile and older desktop parts, but it is not a flagship-tier desktop chip. The 10-core/10-thread configuration without hyper-threading means multi-threaded scaling is modest compared to chips with more threads, yet the 4.90 GHz boost clock ensures snappy single-thread responsiveness.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The Arc A750 GPU, paired with the CPU's 4.90 GHz boost clock and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,101, should deliver strong frame rates at 1080p and 1440p in esports and less demanding titles. The GPU's 17.20 TFLOPS FP32 throughput provides ample rasterization headroom, though the absence of measured FPS data means these are estimates.

Streaming: The CPU's 10 cores and 20 MB L3 cache handle encoding overhead, while the GPU's dedicated media engines (implied by Xe-HPG architecture) offload video encoding. The PassMark multi-thread score of 25,358 indicates sufficient parallel headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding tasks.

Video editing: Cinebench R23 multi-core (21,971) and PassMark integer math (59,543) scores suggest responsive timeline scrubbing and export rendering. The GPU's 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 512.0 GB/s bandwidth accelerates effects and color grading, though 8 GB VRAM may limit very large projects.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-core throughput (Cinebench R20 multi-core 9,227) combined with the GPU's 3584 shading units and 28 RT cores provides hybrid rendering capability. PassMark floating-point math of 82,751 indicates strong geometric and physics calculations.

Software development: The 4.90 GHz boost clock and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 312 enable fast compilation of single translation units, while the 10 cores handle parallel builds. PassMark data encryption (18,289) and random string sorting (28,774) scores support cryptography and data structure workloads.

Student and office work: The 65 W TDP and integrated graphics make this an efficient choice for everyday tasks. PassMark single-thread score of 4,348 ensures smooth web browsing and document editing, while the 20 MB L3 cache accelerates repetitive office workloads.

# FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the processor supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: What is the GPU's VRAM capacity and bandwidth?

A: The Intel Arc A750 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the Intel Core i9-11980HK?

A: The Ultra 5 225T has an average benchmark score of 30,468, which is 0.2% higher than the Core i9-11980HK's 30,422.

Q: Is the GPU still in production?

A: No, the Intel Arc A750 is listed as end-of-life, with a release date of October 2022 and a successor named Battlemage.

Q: What PCIe interface does the GPU use?

A: The Arc A750 uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 bus interface.

Q: Does the CPU have ECC memory support?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported by the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T.

Q: What is the GPU's DirectX support level?

A: The Arc A750 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), along with OpenGL 4.6 and Vulkan 1.4.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The combined system percentile sits at 74, indicating a well-matched pairing where neither component dramatically outperforms the other. The CPU's 82nd percentile and the GPU's 66th percentile suggest the GPU is the more likely limiting factor in graphics-intensive workloads, while the CPU leads in compute-heavy tasks. In gaming at high resolutions, the GPU's 66th percentile position versus the CPU's 82nd means the Arc A750 will typically be the bottleneck—its 8 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth determine frame rates more than the CPU's 4.90 GHz boost clock.

For CPU-bound workloads like software compilation, data encryption (PassMark 18,289), and single-threaded applications, the Ultra 5 225T's 82nd percentile ensures the GPU is not the constraint. The PassMark multi-thread score of 25,358 and Cinebench R23 multi-core of 21,971 indicate the CPU can feed the GPU adequately in gaming scenarios. The absence of measured FPS data means exact bottleneck percentages cannot be calculated, but the percentile gap (82 vs. 66) suggests a 16-percentage-point headroom favoring the CPU.

The GPU's end-of-life status and the CPU's active production status create a temporal imbalance—the CPU is newer (December 2024 release) than the GPU (October 2022). This generation gap implies the CPU has more headroom for future GPU upgrades, as the socket 1851 platform with PCIe Gen 5 support can accommodate newer graphics cards without bottlenecking.

# Who Should Build It

This desktop build targets users needing balanced CPU and GPU performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming, content creation, and productivity. The CPU's 82nd percentile and GPU's 66th percentile make it suitable for gamers at 1080p and 1440p resolutions, where the Arc A750's 8 GB VRAM and 17.20 TFLOPS FP32 throughput handle modern titles at high settings—though the lack of measured FPS data means performance expectations should be based on the GPU's benchmark scores.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's multi-core strength (Cinebench R23 multi-core 21,971) and the GPU's 3584 shading units and 28 RT cores. The 65 W CPU TDP and 225 W GPU TDP combine for a manageable thermal envelope, suiting compact desktop builds. Software developers gain from the 4.90 GHz boost clock and 10 cores, with PCIe Gen 5 supporting fast NVMe storage for large codebases. Students and small business workstations benefit from the integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU for basic display tasks, while the 8 GB GPU VRAM handles occasional graphics workloads without dedicated compute hardware upgrades.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all gaming performance figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T and Intel Arc A750.

Based on the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 12,534 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,612, the Arc A750 is positioned for 1080p high-refresh gaming and 1440p playable frame rates in most titles. The GPU's 66th percentile ranking, compared to rivals like the Intel Arc B570 (0.1% slower) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (0.2% slower), suggests performance in the mid-range desktop tier. The CPU's single-core strength (Cinebench R23 single-core 3,101) ensures minimal frame pacing issues, while the 4.90 GHz boost clock supports high-refresh monitors.

At 1080p with ultra settings, esports titles should exceed 144 FPS, while AAA games may average 60-100 FPS depending on optimization. At 1440p, expect 45-75 FPS in demanding titles, with the 8 GB VRAM potentially limiting texture quality in the most recent releases. The GPU's 512.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 268.8 GPixel/s pixel rate provide solid fill rates, while the 537.6 GTexel/s texture rate handles high-detail environments. The DirectX 12 Ultimate support ensures compatibility with modern rendering features, though the 28 RT cores may struggle with heavy ray tracing workloads at 1440p.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T achieves an average benchmark score of 30,468, placing it at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-11980HK, scores 30,422 (0.2% slower), while the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS scores 30,390 (0.3% slower). The Intel Core i5-13600H is the only rival ahead, scoring 30,548 (0.3% faster). The CPU's Cinebench R23 scores (21,971 multi-core, 3,101 single-core) demonstrate a strong multi-threaded performance for a 65 W part, with PassMark single-thread score of 4,348 confirming excellent single-core capability.

The Intel Arc A750 GPU achieves an average benchmark score of 20,582, placing it at the 66th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Arc B570, scores 20,556 (0.1% slower), while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20,534 (0.2% slower). The AMD Radeon R9 M390X is ahead by 0.4% with 20,662, and the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M trails by 0.5% with 20,480. The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 98,554 and Vulkan score of 85,631 indicate strong compute capability, while the PassMark G3D score of 12,534 places it in the mid-range for graphics workloads.

The combined system percentile of 74 reflects a CPU-leaning build, where the processor outperforms the GPU by 16 percentile points. The CPU's 82nd percentile versus the GPU's 66th percentile means the system is more capable of CPU-intensive tasks than graphics-heavy ones. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,612 and PassMark GPU compute score of 5,368 indicate moderate compute performance, while the CPU's PassMark physics score of 2,053 supports realistic simulation workloads.

# Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T with the Intel Arc A750, creating a mid-range system with a combined percentile of 74. The CPU, released in December 2024, is an active production part from the Core Ultra Series 2 (Arrow Lake architecture), while the GPU, released in October 2022, is end-of-life from the Alchemist generation (Arc 7 series). The CPU's 82nd percentile and GPU's 66th percentile place this system in the upper-mid range of overall performance, with the CPU providing a stronger foundation than the GPU.

The build class is desktop, with the CPU using Intel Socket 1851 and the GPU using PCIe 4.0 x16. The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 225 W TDP combine for a total thermal budget of 290 W, suggesting a mid-tower chassis with adequate airflow. The GPU's dual-slot design and 550 W suggested PSU requirement indicate a standard power supply will suffice. This pairing represents a sensible mid-range desktop configuration, though the GPU's end-of-life status means future upgrades should focus on the graphics card to better match the CPU's higher percentile ranking.

# GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A750 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture using TSMC's 6 nm process, with a chip designated DG2-512 containing 21,700 million transistors on a 406 mm² die. The GPU has 3584 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 112 raster operation units, along with 28 ray tracing cores. Base clock is 2050 MHz with a boost clock of 2400 MHz, while memory operates at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). The 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus delivers 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth, with pixel rate of 268.8 GPixel/s and texture rate of 537.6 GTexel/s. Compute performance reaches 17.20 TFLOPS FP32 and 34.41 TFLOPS FP16 (2:1).

Benchmark results place the GPU at the 66th percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 20,582. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,612 indicates modern DirectX 12 gaming capability, while Geekbench OpenCL (98,554) and Vulkan (85,631) scores show strong cross-platform compute performance. PassMark results reveal a mixed picture: DirectX 9 score of 181 is notably high, but DirectX 10 (65), DirectX 11 (72), and DirectX 12 (70) scores are lower, suggesting the GPU performs better in legacy APIs or that driver optimizations favor older titles. The PassMark G2D score of 732 and G3D score of 12,534 provide context for 2D and 3D workloads, while GPU compute score of 5,368 indicates moderate parallel processing capability.

For rendering workloads, the 28 RT cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though the absence of tensor cores means AI-accelerated features are not available. The 8 GB VRAM at 512.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p rendering, but may constrain 4K or high-texture workloads. The GPU's end-of-life status and 225 W TDP suggest it remains viable for current games but may require settings adjustments for the latest titles. The 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 2.0 outputs support multi-monitor setups, and the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface provides adequate bandwidth for the 17.20 TFLOPS FP32 throughput.

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 225T + Intel Arc A750

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