SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 235 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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Top 5% 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
93%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 235

46,062 Benchmark Score
Top 7% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

54,209 Benchmark Score
Top 4% 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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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

Balance and Bottleneck

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER presents a study in component equilibrium, but the data reveals a system that leans distinctly toward GPU-bound workloads at higher resolutions. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking among all processors, combined with the GPU's 86th percentile standing, places this pairing in the upper tier of desktop configurations, yet the balance shifts depending on the workload and resolution.

Examining the measured FPS data across the 54 games in the FACT PACK, the average frame rate of 200.8 FPS across all games and resolutions indicates a system with substantial headroom. However, the scaling from 1080p to 1440p and then to 4K tells a clear story about where the bottleneck resides. At 1920x1080, the CPU's single-thread performance (2,085 in Cinebench R23 single-core, 4,516 in PassMark single-thread) allows the GPU to stretch its legs, producing frame rates that often exceed 200 FPS in esports titles. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is more than sufficient at this resolution, meaning the CPU becomes the limiting factor in many scenarios.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's workload intensifies, and the balance shifts. The 4080 SUPER's 736.3 GB/s memory bandwidth and 16 GB of GDDR6X VRAM begin to matter more, and the CPU's 14 cores and 14 threads (a 1:1 core-to-thread ratio) maintain adequate feeding. At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck in most titles, with frame rates dropping by 40-60% compared to 1080p. For instance, Cyberpunk 2077 falls from 95 FPS at 1080p to 47 FPS at 4K, demonstrating that the RTX 4080 SUPER, despite its power, cannot maintain high refresh rates at native 4K in the most demanding titles.

The PassMark physics score of 2,570 provides additional insight into the CPU's gaming capabilities. This score, which measures physics simulation performance, is modest compared to the overall benchmark average of 46,062, suggesting that the CPU's gaming performance is solid but not exceptional. The 89th percentile CPU ranking places it just above the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (0.1% delta) and just below the Intel Core i9-13900HX (-0.1% delta), indicating that the Ultra 5 235 sits in a competitive performance band. This near-parity with laptop-class i9 parts and server-class EPYC processors in the average benchmark score suggests the CPU is well-matched to the GPU for most workloads, avoiding severe bottlenecking in either direction.

The 65W TDP of the CPU combined with the 320W TDP of the GPU creates a power envelope that the suggested 700W PSU can comfortably handle. The data suggests that in CPU-light, GPU-heavy workloads at 4K, the system operates efficiently, while in CPU-intensive scenarios at 1080p, the GPU has headroom that goes unused. The pairRankByFps of 258 out of 3,732 pairs places this combination in the top 7% of all tested pairings, reinforcing that the balance is favorable overall.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 achieves an average benchmark score of 46,062, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. This score places it in a tight cluster with three notable rivals: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 at 46,030 (0.1% ahead of the Ultra 5), the Intel Core i9-13900HX at 46,098 (0.1% behind), and the AMD EPYC 4364P at 45,970 (0.2% ahead). The near-identical scores across these four processors indicate that the Ultra 5 235 delivers performance on par with both mobile flagship and server-class parts, a remarkable achievement for a 65W desktop chip.

Breaking down the CPU benchmark results, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14,769 and single-core score of 2,085 provide a clear picture of its capabilities. The multi-core score, while respectable, is not class-leading; the single-core score of 2,085, however, is competitive for modern workloads. The PassMark results show a multi-thread score of 37,816, a single-thread score of 4,516, and specialized scores including 390,711 for data compression, 29,293 for data encryption, 32,752 for extended instructions, and 117,951 for floating-point math. The integer math score of 87,948 and the prime number finding score of 371 round out the computational profile.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER achieves an average benchmark score of 54,209, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the RTX 4080 at 54,247 (0.1% ahead), the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X at 54,828 (1.1% ahead), and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB at 55,698 (2.7% ahead). The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,600, Geekbench OpenCL score of 219,065, and Geekbench Vulkan score of 260,075 demonstrate strong synthetic performance. The PassMark G3D score of 34,245 and GPU compute score of 19,822 further characterize its capabilities.

The combined percentile of 88 for this CPU+GPU pairing reflects a configuration that outperforms 88% of all tested systems. The pair ranks 258th out of 3,732 pairs by average FPS, placing it in the top 6.9% of all pairings. The average FPS of 200.8 across all games and resolutions underscores the system's high-performance nature, though this figure is inflated by esports titles running at hundreds of frames per second. The measured FPS data confirms that this is a high-refresh-rate gaming system capable of handling most titles at 1440p with ease and many at 4K with playable frame rates.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is a 14-core, 14-thread desktop processor built on the Arrow Lake architecture, specifically the Arrow Lake-S variant. It represents Intel's Core Ultra Series 2 and is manufactured on a 3nm process at TSMC, containing 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. The base clock of 3.40 GHz boosts to 5.00 GHz, and the 65W TDP makes it a power-efficient choice for desktop builds.

The cache hierarchy consists of 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This structure, combined with the 1:1 core-to-thread ratio (no hyperthreading), means the CPU relies on its physical cores for multi-threaded performance. The memory support is DDR5 with a dual-channel interface, providing 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The platform uses Intel Socket 1851 and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. Notably, the CPU includes integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 24 execution units, providing basic display output capabilities without a discrete GPU.

The benchmark results reveal a processor optimized for single-thread performance relative to its multi-thread output. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,085 represents strong per-core performance, while the multi-core score of 14,769 indicates that the 14 cores scale reasonably well. The PassMark single-thread score of 4,516 and multi-thread score of 37,816 show a ratio of approximately 1:8.4, which is lower than would be expected from 14 fully utilized cores, reflecting the absence of hyperthreading and the diminishing returns in certain workloads.

The 89th percentile ranking places this CPU in the upper echelon of all processors, with average benchmark scores nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (a mobile processor) and the Intel Core i9-13900HX (another mobile part). The 0.1-0.2% deltaPct values against these rivals indicate that the Ultra 5 235 delivers comparable performance to these well-regarded processors, making it a compelling desktop option. The data compression score of 390,711 and floating-point math score of 117,951 suggest strong performance in data-intensive and scientific workloads, while the encryption score of 29,293 and extended instructions score of 32,752 indicate solid cryptographic and SIMD capabilities.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The measured FPS data shows this system excels at 1080p and 1440p gaming. Counter-Strike 2 achieves 323 FPS at 1080p and 214 FPS at 1440p, while Valorant reaches 566 FPS at 1080p and 537 FPS at 1440p. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege delivers 384 FPS at 1080p and 252 FPS at 1440p. These frame rates support 240Hz and 360Hz monitors, making this an excellent choice for competitive esports.

Streaming: The CPU's 14 cores and the GPU's NVENC capabilities (not explicitly benchmarked but implied by the Ada Lovelace architecture with 320 tensor cores) provide a robust foundation for game streaming. The data encryption score of 29,293 and the overall CPU performance suggest the system can handle encoding overhead while maintaining high frame rates in games.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14,769 and PassMark multi-thread score of 37,816 indicate strong performance in render-heavy video editing workloads. The GPU's 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 and 16 GB VRAM accelerate effects processing and timeline previews. The data compression score of 390,711 supports efficient codec handling.

3D rendering: The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6,600 and PassMark G3D score of 34,245 demonstrate capable 3D rendering performance. The 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores accelerate ray-traced and AI-accelerated rendering tasks. The CPU's floating-point math score of 117,951 supports physics simulations.

Software development: The CPU's balanced performance across integer math (87,948), extended instructions (32,752), and data compression (390,711) makes it suitable for compilation, testing, and data processing. The 24 MB L3 cache and 14 cores provide responsive multi-tasking for development environments.

Student and office work: The 65W TDP and integrated Arc Xe-LPG graphics allow for efficient operation. The single-thread score of 4,516 ensures responsive application performance, while the multi-thread score of 37,816 handles multitasking. The system's 88th combined percentile indicates it is overkill for basic productivity but provides future-proofing.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets gamers who prioritize high refresh rates at 1440p and are willing to accept playable (60+ FPS) frame rates at 4K in most titles. The measured FPS data shows that at 2560x1440, the system maintains 100+ FPS in most games, with only the most demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 (71 FPS) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (65 FPS) dipping below 100 FPS. At 3840x2160, many games still achieve 60+ FPS, including Call of Duty: Warzone (132 FPS), Counter-Strike 2 (120 FPS), and Valorant (498 FPS).

Content creators working with video editing and 3D rendering software will benefit from the combination of the CPU's 14 cores and the GPU's compute capabilities. The PassMark GPU compute score of 19,822 and the CPU's floating-point math score of 117,951 indicate strong performance in render workloads. The data compression score of 390,711 supports large file handling.

Software developers and data analysts will appreciate the CPU's balanced performance profile, with strong integer math (87,948) and extended instructions (32,752) scores. The 24 MB L3 cache and 14 physical cores provide responsive compilation and testing environments. The 65W TDP allows for efficient operation in workstation environments.

Students and professionals seeking a high-performance desktop for mixed use will find this system capable, though potentially over-specified for basic productivity. The integrated graphics provide a fallback, and the 88th combined percentile ensures the system remains relevant for years. Small business workstations requiring reliable, high-throughput computing will benefit from the CPU's 89th percentile ranking and the GPU's 86th percentile standing.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring the AD103 chip manufactured on a 5nm process at TSMC. The GPU contains 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die, with a transistor density of 121.1 million per square millimeter. The base clock runs at 2295 MHz with a boost clock of 2550 MHz, and the memory operates at 1438 MHz, achieving 23 Gbps effective speed.

The memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, providing 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. This substantial bandwidth supports high-resolution textures and complex scenes. The GPU contains 10,240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 render output units. The 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads, respectively. The pixel rate of 285.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s indicate strong fill-rate capabilities.

The FP32 performance of 52.22 TFLOPS (with FP16 at 1:1 ratio) demonstrates the GPU's raw compute power. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,600 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 260,075 highlight strong DirectX 12 and Vulkan performance. The PassMark G3D score of 34,245 places it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, with the nearest rival being the RTX 4080 at a 0.1% delta. The GPU's average benchmark score of 54,209 is slightly below the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (1.1% higher) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (2.7% higher), though these differences are minor.

The GPU features a triple-slot design measuring 310 mm in length, 140 mm in height, and 61 mm in width, requiring significant case clearance. The power delivery uses a single 16-pin connector, and the suggested PSU is 700W. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4a connectors, supporting multiple high-resolution monitors. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The production status is end-of-life, with the GeForce 50 series as successor, but the 4080 SUPER remains a high-performance option.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data (dataIsMeasured: true) provides a comprehensive view of gaming performance across 54 titles at three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates in esports titles: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive hits 714 FPS, Valorant reaches 566 FPS, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege achieves 384 FPS, and Counter-Strike 2 delivers 323 FPS. More demanding titles at 1080p include Cyberpunk 2077 at 95 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 87 FPS, and The Medium at 68 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong for most titles. Call of Duty: Warzone achieves 156 FPS, Counter-Strike 2 hits 214 FPS, and Valorant maintains 537 FPS. The most demanding games see reductions: Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 71 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 reaches 65 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended falls to 30 FPS. The 1440p resolution is the sweet spot for this system, balancing visual quality with high refresh rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the limiting factor in many titles. Valorant still achieves 498 FPS, Counter-Strike 2 delivers 120 FPS, and Call of Duty: Warzone maintains 132 FPS. However, demanding titles struggle: Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 47 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 falls to 43 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended reaches only 16 FPS. The Medium runs at 45 FPS, while games like Minecraft (105 FPS) and Roblox (158 FPS) remain playable. The 4K performance is acceptable for many titles but not for maximum settings in the most demanding games. The system's pair rank of 258 out of 3,732 pairs and average FPS of 200.8 across all games and resolutions confirm its high-performance gaming credentials.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined percentile ranking of this CPU+GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 88, meaning this configuration outperforms 88% of all tested systems in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ultra 5 235 has an average benchmark score of 46,062, placing it 0.1% above the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46,030), 0.1% below the Intel Core i9-13900HX (46,098), and 0.2% above the AMD EPYC 4364P (45,970).

Q: What is the average FPS across all tested games for this system?

A: The average frame rate across all games and resolutions is 200.8 FPS, with the system ranking 258th out of 3,732 tested pairs.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4080 SUPER have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 736.3 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: What are the CPU's clock speeds and core configuration?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 has 14 cores and 14 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: What is the suggested power supply wattage for this configuration?

A: The suggested PSU is 700W, with the CPU having a 65W TDP and the GPU having a 320W TDP.

Q: What is the production status of the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The GPU has a production status of "End-of-life," with the GeForce 50 series as its successor, though it remains available in the market.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 235, a 14-core Arrow Lake processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, an Ada Lovelace architecture GPU with 16 GB of VRAM. The CPU occupies the 89th percentile of all processors, while the GPU sits in the 86th percentile, and their combined performance places this system in the 88th percentile of all tested configurations. The pair ranks 258th out of 3,732 tested pairs by average FPS, demonstrating a well-balanced, high-performance combination.

The CPU's 65W TDP and the GPU's 320W TDP create a power profile that a 700W PSU can handle with headroom. The CPU's 14 cores and 14 threads handle multi-threaded workloads effectively, while the GPU's 10,240 shading units and 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance deliver exceptional graphics throughput. The system's measured FPS data confirms its capability as a high-refresh-rate gaming platform at 1080p and 1440p, with playable performance at 4K in most titles.

The build class is desktop, targeting users who require both strong single-thread performance for gaming and multi-thread performance for productivity. The CPU's integrated Arc Xe-LPG graphics provide a fallback display output, though the discrete GPU handles all serious graphics work. The system's overall tier is upper-mid to high-end, with the 88th combined percentile indicating it outperforms the vast majority of tested systems.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 uses the Intel Socket 1851 platform, which supports DDR5 memory through a dual-channel interface with 102.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, enabling high-speed connectivity for the latest SSDs and expansion cards. The platform does not support ECC memory, and the CPU's multiplier is locked, preventing overclocking.

The GPU connects via PCIe 4.0 x16, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The RTX 4080 SUPER's triple-slot design and 310 mm length require a spacious case, and the 1x 16-pin power connector demands a compatible PSU. The suggested 700W PSU provides sufficient capacity for the current configuration, with the CPU's 65W TDP and GPU's 320W TDP leaving headroom for additional components.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the GPU, as the CPU's 89th percentile ranking provides a solid foundation for future graphics cards. The GeForce 50 series, listed as the successor to the 40-series, would be a natural upgrade path, though the RTX 4080 SUPER remains a capable performer. Alternatively, adding more DDR5 memory (the system supports dual-channel configurations) could benefit memory-intensive workloads. The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support future-proofs storage and expansion options, making this a viable foundation for long-term upgrades. The CPU's production status is active, ensuring continued availability and support for the platform.