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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 225T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

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93 / 100
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Apex Performer

Top 7% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
89%
VS
GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 225T

30,468 Benchmark Score
Top 11% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

54,247 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Optimal Performance

Your system is in the top tier. You can run any modern game at maximum settings.

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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

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 pairing represents a distinct class of desktop build: one that combines a highly efficient, mid-range CPU with a flagship-tier GPU. Benchmark data indicates a strong overall system, reflected in a combined percentile of 84. However, a critical finding is that no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination; all performance assessments regarding frame rates must be treated as estimates derived from the individual component benchmark scores. This CPU+GPU configuration is defined by a stark contrast in processing capabilities, creating a unique balance that favors GPU-bound workloads at high resolutions.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is built on the Arrow Lake architecture, representing Intel's Core Ultra Series 2. It is a 10-core, 10-thread desktop processor with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The chip is manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC, containing 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. The cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 20 MB L3 cache. This CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s and connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes.

Benchmark results show a processor that excels in single-threaded tasks while maintaining respectable multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 3101 points in single-core and 21971 points in multi-core. The single-core score is particularly strong for real-world responsiveness and lightly-threaded workloads. The multi-core score, while solid, indicates the physical limitation of 10 threads. The PassMark suite reinforces this profile, with a single-thread score of 4348 and a multithread score of 25358. For data compression, the CPU achieves a score of 233998, while integer math scores 59543 and floating-point math scores 82751. These results suggest a processor that handles everyday tasks with ease and can manage moderately demanding productivity workloads, though heavy 3D rendering or video encoding will rely more on the GPU's capabilities.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 30468, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rivals highlight its position in the market. It performs within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7736U, and within 0.2% of the Intel Core i9-11980HK. It also trails the Intel Core i5-13600H by 0.3%. This demonstrates that the 225T is a competitive performer that sits in a performance class similar to these mobile and previous-generation desktop parts, despite being a desktop chip with a 65 W TDP. The data suggests the processor offers efficient, modern performance that is well-suited for a balanced desktop system.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance relationship between the Core Ultra 5 225T and the RTX 4080 is asymmetric. The CPU sits in the 82nd percentile, while the GPU is in the 86th percentile. This indicates the GPU has a slight performance edge, making it the more powerful component. In a typical gaming scenario, the RTX 4080 will be the primary driver of frame rates, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU workload increases. The CPU, with its high single-thread performance of 4348 in PassMark, is more than capable of feeding the GPU with draw calls and game logic, preventing a significant CPU bottleneck in most scenarios.

However, the nature of the bottleneck shifts depending on the workload. In 1080p or 1440p gaming, where the CPU has to process more frames per second, the 10-thread limit of the 225T could become a constraining factor. Multi-threaded game engines that use more than 10 threads efficiently might see the CPU limit the maximum FPS. Conversely, at 4K resolution, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck, and the CPU's lower multi-threaded score (21971 in Cinebench R23) will have less impact on overall frame rates. For non-gaming tasks, the balance is more straightforward: the GPU's 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 performance will dominate compute-heavy rendering tasks, while the CPU's 20 MB of L3 cache and 4.90 GHz boost clock will manage data orchestration and physics calculations.

The data shows that this is not a perfectly balanced pairing, but rather a practical one. The high single-core performance of the CPU (3101 in Cinebench R23) ensures that the system will not feel sluggish in everyday use, while the GPU's raw power (34457 in PassMark G3D) guarantees high frame rates in graphically intensive games. The weak point is the CPU's thread count; in highly parallel CPU-bound tasks, it will lag behind its GPU counterpart. This is a configuration best suited for users who prioritize visual fidelity and high resolutions over maximum CPU-bound simulation or encoding speed.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core Ultra 5 225T uses the Intel Socket 1851 and is part of the Arrow Lake generation. The platform supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. This provides a modern foundation with high-bandwidth storage and expansion capabilities. The CPU has a 65 W TDP, which is remarkably low for a desktop processor with this level of performance. This modest power draw means that a wide range of power supplies and coolers are compatible, making the platform flexible for various build sizes.

The RTX 4080, in contrast, has a 320 W TDP and requires a 700 W suggested power supply. This is the primary power consideration for the system. The GPU also requires a triple-slot cooler and a 1x 16-pin power connector, which dictates the physical case size and power supply features. The combined system will draw significantly more power under load due to the GPU, but the CPU's efficiency ensures that the motherboard VRMs and cooling solution for the processor do not need to be over-engineered. The GPU's PCIe 4.0 x16 interface is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes, ensuring no bandwidth bottleneck.

A sensible next upgrade for this platform would be a higher-tier Arrow Lake processor with more cores and threads. The current 10-thread CPU is the limiting factor in heavily parallel workloads. Upgrading to a processor with more threads would better complement the RTX 4080's power, especially for users who do both gaming and content creation. Alternatively, adding more DDR5 memory would benefit memory-sensitive applications, as the platform supports dual-channel configurations. The platform's support for PCIe Gen 5 also means future storage devices and expansion cards will be able to run at full speed, making it a future-proof foundation for several years.

Who Should Build It

This build is targeted at gamers who prioritize high-resolution gaming. The RTX 4080's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 716.8 GB/s bandwidth are designed for 4K gaming, and its 86th percentile performance ensures it can handle demanding titles. The Core Ultra 5 225T, with its high single-thread score of 4348 in PassMark, will provide a smooth gaming experience at these resolutions, where the GPU is the primary bottleneck. This is a system for those who want to play the latest AAA titles with maximum graphical settings without concern for frame rate drops.

Content creators who work primarily with GPU-accelerated software will also find this build appealing. Video editors using NVIDIA's CUDA cores or RTX-accelerated features will see excellent performance. The GPU's 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 304 tensor cores make it a powerful workstation for rendering and AI-assisted tasks. The CPU, while not the top performer in multi-threaded tasks (21971 in Cinebench R23), is sufficient for timeline editing and project management. This is less suited for CPU-heavy 3D simulation or software compilation, where its 10-thread count will be a bottleneck.

For software developers and students, this build is overkill but highly capable. The CPU's fast single-thread performance is excellent for code compilation in smaller projects and general system responsiveness. The GPU can be used for local machine learning experimentation, given its 16 GB of VRAM and tensor core count. However, for office work and light productivity, the RTX 4080 is excessive and the CPU's capabilities are more than sufficient. Small business workstations that require occasional high-performance rendering or large dataset analysis would benefit, but the cost of the GPU makes it a specialized tool rather than a general office machine.

Benchmark Performance

The RTX 4080 demonstrates dominant performance in synthetic benchmarks. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 6567 points. Its Geekbench scores are equally strong, with 214739 in OpenCL and 263779 in Vulkan. The PassMark suite shows a G3D score of 34457, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 54247. The GPU's performance is closely matched by the RTX 4080 SUPER, which is only 0.1% faster. It also outperforms the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X by 1.1%, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB by 2.6%, and the AMD Radeon 8060S by 2.7%. This places the RTX 4080 at the top of its class, with only the immediate SUPER variant edging it out.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU is the star performer. The CPU's 82nd percentile and GPU's 86th percentile create a combined percentile of 84. This indicates a well-above-average system that will excel in graphics-intensive tasks. The CPU's PassMark multithread score of 25358 is respectable, but the GPU's compute score of 20671 in PassMark and 214739 in Geekbench OpenCL highlight where the system's true processing power lies. For users, this means the system will deliver exceptional frame rates in games and rapid render times in GPU-accelerated applications, while CPU-bound tasks will perform at a level consistent with its mid-range classification. The lack of measured FPS data means these are theoretical conclusions based on the component scores.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: At 1080p or 1440p with a high-refresh monitor, the system is capable of very high frame rates. The CPU's single-thread score of 4348 and the GPU's 34457 G3D score work together to push frames. However, the 10-thread CPU may limit maximum FPS in some titles. This scenario is not the system's primary strength; it is better suited for 4K.

Streaming: The RTX 4080 includes dedicated NVENC encoders, making it excellent for streaming high-quality video without impacting gaming performance. The CPU's 20 MB of L3 cache and 4.90 GHz boost clock will handle the streaming overhead of encoding and game logic, though the 65 W TDP and 10 threads might necessitate using GPU-based encoding for the best results.

Video Editing: This is a strong scenario. The GPU accelerates effects, rendering, and export. The 16 GB of VRAM allows for complex timelines and high-resolution previews. The CPU's 21971 multi-core score in Cinebench R23 is adequate for scrubbing and timeline management, but 4K export will be significantly accelerated by the GPU.

3D Rendering: The RTX 4080 excels here. With 76 RT cores and 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, GPU-based renderers will produce images rapidly. The CPU's 10 threads will be a bottleneck for CPU-based renderers, making this scenario dependent on the software's ability to use the GPU for computation.

Software Development: The CPU is well-suited for this task. Its high single-thread score of 3101 in Cinebench R23 ensures fast code compilation for most projects. The 20 MB L3 cache helps with large codebases. The GPU is not heavily utilized, so the system would be underutilized, but the fast storage and PCIe Gen 5 support make for a responsive development environment.

Student and Office Work: This system is massively overqualified for this scenario. The CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 4348 makes web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheets feel instant. The GPU will be idle. The low 65 W CPU TDP means the system will be quiet and efficient during light use, making it a premium, if expensive, workstation for academic or office tasks.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 16 execution units.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4080?

A: The RTX 4080 has a memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s, using a 256-bit bus with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080's score of 54247.

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30468.

Q: What power supply is suggested for this system?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 320 W and a suggested PSU rating of 700 W.

Q: What is the CPU's socket type?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses the Intel Socket 1851.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: No, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T does not support ECC memory. It supports dual-channel DDR5 memory.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build combining the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T CPU with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU. The CPU is a 65 W, 10-core Arrow Lake processor, while the GPU is a 320 W, triple-slot Ada Lovelace flagship. The system's combined percentile is 84, placing it in the top tier of performance for both components. The pairing is characterized by a high-performance GPU that dominates the system's capabilities, making this a strong choice for high-resolution gaming and GPU-accelerated creative work. The CPU provides a solid foundation with excellent single-thread speed and modern platform features, though its 10-thread count is the limiting factor in heavily parallel CPU workloads. This is a desktop configuration that prioritizes graphics performance above all else.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and uses the AD103 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It contains 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. The GPU has 9728 shading units, 304 TMUs, and 112 ROPs. It features 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores. The memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s. The boost clock is 2505 MHz, and the memory runs at an effective speed of 22.4 Gbps. The card is a triple-slot design with a 320 W TDP and requires a 1x 16-pin power connector.

Benchmark results confirm the RTX 4080's position as a high-end graphics card. Its PassMark G3D score of 34457 is in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 6567 points. The Geekbench scores of 214739 in OpenCL and 263779 in Vulkan show strong compute and API performance. The pixel rate is 280.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 761.5 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance is 48.74 TFLOPS, which is identical to its FP16 performance, indicating a 1:1 ratio. The average benchmark score is 54247, placing it just slightly below the RTX 4080 SUPER, which is 0.1% faster.

For rendering, this GPU is exceptional. The 16 GB of VRAM is sufficient for high-resolution textures and complex 3D scenes. The high bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s ensures that data can be fed to the processor quickly. The 76 RT cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing, improving realism in supported games. The 304 tensor cores enable DLSS and other AI-based features, which can significantly boost frame rates without a large visual impact. The GPU's display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, supporting high refresh rates and multiple monitors. This is a top-tier rendering solution for both gaming and professional 3D applications, with the only minor caveat being its end-of-life production status.