SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 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
94%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 245

48,995 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

43,223 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 pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER creates a system where the balance shifts depending on resolution and workload type. Benchmark data indicates the CPU sits at the 90th percentile among all processors, while the GPU holds the 83rd percentile among all graphics cards. This 7-point gap suggests the processor has a slight theoretical edge, meaning in CPU-light scenarios the GPU will be the limiting factor, while in heavily threaded or physics-based workloads the CPU will assert itself.

Examining the FPS scaling across resolutions reveals this dynamic clearly. At 1920x1080, the average frame rate across all tested games is 178.7 FPS, which places this pair at rank 622 out of 3861 total pairings. This high average at 1080p indicates the CPU is feeding the GPU adequately, but the GPU becomes the primary constraint at this resolution. When moving to 2560x1440, frame rates drop by roughly 30-40% in most titles, confirming the GPU's role as the bottleneck at higher pixel counts. At 3840x2160, the drop is even more pronounced, with many titles falling below 60 FPS.

The CPU's single-threaded performance, as measured by Cinebench R23 at 4648 points, is strong enough to avoid bottlenecking in most gaming scenarios. However, the PassMark physics score of 2569 is notably lower than the multithread score of 38706, suggesting that physics-heavy games could see CPU limitations. The data encryption score of 30236 and compression score of 400942 indicate the CPU handles data-heavy tasks well, which matters for streaming and recording while gaming.

The 14-core, 14-thread configuration without hyperthreading means the CPU relies on raw core count rather than thread duplication. This design choice affects multitasking scenarios where background tasks compete with gaming. In games like Counter-Strike 2, which shows 283 FPS at 1080p, the CPU clearly keeps up. But in Microsoft Flight Simulator at 102 FPS at 1080p, the simulation and physics load likely engages the CPU more heavily, and the gap between CPU and GPU percentiles narrows.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 achieves an average benchmark score of 48995, placing it at the 90th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G with an average score of 49196, a difference of -0.4% in favor of the AMD part. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228, putting the Intel part 0.5% behind. Against the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H at 48698, the Ultra 5 245 leads by 0.6%, and it edges out the Intel Core i5-14600K at 48618 by 0.8%. These margins are tight, indicating the Ultra 5 245 sits firmly in a competitive mid-to-high-end desktop CPU tier.

In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 32924 demonstrates strong parallel performance, while the single-core score of 4648 shows excellent per-thread capability. The Cinebench R20 results follow the same pattern: 13828 multicore and 1952 single-core. PassMark multithread testing yields 38706, with single-thread at 4394. The floating-point math score of 120548 versus integer math at 91187 shows the CPU excels at floating-point operations, which benefits scientific and rendering workloads.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves an average benchmark score of 43223, placing it at the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB at 43262, a -0.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43268 (-0.1%), and the Quadro M6000 at 43301 shows a -0.2% gap. The RTX 4090 Mobile leads by 1% with a score of 43667. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the GPU scores 4627. Geekbench OpenCL yields 172795, while Vulkan reaches 205624. PassMark G3D shows 29995, with GPU compute at 17108.

Combined, this CPU and GPU pairing achieves a combined percentile of 87, indicating the system as a whole outperforms 87% of all recorded desktop configurations. The pair's average FPS across all tested games is 178.7, which is substantially higher than the median pairing in the database, reinforcing the high combined percentile.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, built on the Arrow Lake architecture with a 3 nm process node from TSMC. It contains 14 cores and 14 threads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The chip integrates 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die, with a 65 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5 with dual-channel configuration and 102.4 GB/s bandwidth, plus ECC memory support. PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes is available from the CPU.

The absence of hyperthreading means the 14 threads equal the 14 cores, which is a departure from Intel's previous designs. This affects workloads that benefit from additional threads, but the high core count partially compensates. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32924 places this CPU in a strong position for multi-threaded tasks, while the single-core score of 4648 indicates excellent responsiveness for lightly threaded applications.

The PassMark compression score of 400942 and encryption score of 30236 suggest the CPU handles data-heavy operations efficiently. The extended instructions score of 33304 and random string sorting at 49140 point to strong general-purpose computing capability. The find prime numbers score of 365 is relatively low, which may indicate specific algorithmic weaknesses, but this is unlikely to affect typical workloads.

The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64EU provides basic display output and light graphics capability, though the discrete RTX 4070 SUPER renders such tasks moot in this build. The 65 W TDP means the CPU is power-efficient, which reduces cooling requirements and allows for smaller form factor builds. The release date of 2025-01-06 and launch MSRP of $270 position this as a current-generation mid-range desktop processor.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1920x1080, the system delivers 283 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, 336 FPS in Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, and 575 FPS in Valorant. These numbers comfortably exceed 240 Hz refresh rates, making this an excellent pairing for competitive esports. At 2560x1440, frame rates remain high at 187 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 220 FPS in Rainbow Six Siege, still suitable for 144 Hz monitors.

Streaming: The CPU's compression score of 400942 and encryption score of 30236 indicate strong data processing capability for encoding streams. The 14 cores handle simultaneous gaming and encoding without significant frame drops, as evidenced by the stable FPS in CPU-intensive titles like Rust at 108 FPS at 1080p. The GPU's tensor cores also support NVENC encoding, offloading this work from the CPU.

Video editing: Cinebench R23 multicore at 32924 and PassMark multithread at 38706 show strong performance for rendering timelines and applying effects. The floating-point math score of 120548 benefits color grading and filter operations. The 12 GB GDDR6X VRAM on the GPU provides ample memory for 4K timeline scrubbing and preview rendering.

3D rendering: The GPU's FP32 throughput of 35.48 TFLOPS and 7168 shading units deliver substantial compute for viewport rendering. The 56 RT cores accelerate ray-traced rendering tasks. The CPU's multicore performance at 32924 in Cinebench R23 handles geometry and physics calculations efficiently, making this a capable entry-level 3D workstation.

Software development: The CPU's single-thread score of 4648 in Cinebench R23 ensures fast compilation of single-threaded code, while the 14 cores handle parallel builds. The PassMark integer math score of 91187 supports algorithm-heavy development. The 24 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency for frequently accessed code. ECC memory support adds stability for long-running test suites.

Student and office work: The 65 W TDP and integrated graphics allow for efficient power use during light tasks. The CPU's single-thread performance ensures snappy application launches and spreadsheet calculations. The 14 cores handle multitasking across office suites, web browsers, and communication tools without strain. The GPU's 12 GB VRAM is overkill for this use case but ensures future-proofing for any graphics-adjacent coursework.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets gamers who demand high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, particularly in competitive titles. The measured FPS data shows 283 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 575 FPS in Valorant at 1080p, making this ideal for esports enthusiasts with 240 Hz or higher monitors. At 1440p, the system still delivers 187 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 220 FPS in Rainbow Six Siege, suitable for high-refresh 1440p displays.

Content creators who edit video or perform 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's multicore performance of 32924 in Cinebench R23 and the GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 compute. The 12 GB VRAM accommodates 4K video editing timelines and moderate 3D scenes. The combination of CPU compression and encryption scores supports efficient media encoding workflows.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the 14 cores and 14 threads for parallel builds, alongside the single-thread score of 4648 for interactive IDE responsiveness. The ECC memory support provides data integrity for long-running test or simulation processes.

Students requiring a versatile machine for coursework, programming, and light gaming will find the system capable across all fronts. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps electricity costs modest, and the integrated graphics provide a fallback if the discrete GPU is disabled for power saving.

Small business workstations handling spreadsheets, databases, and occasional video conferencing will find the CPU's 90th percentile performance more than adequate. The GPU's compute capability supports any future machine learning or data visualization tasks, though the 83rd percentile GPU ranking suggests it is not the primary draw for this audience.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using a 5 nm TSMC process. The AD104 chip contains 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die, with a transistor density of 121.8 million per mm². The GPU operates at a base clock of 1980 MHz and boosts to 2475 MHz, with memory clocked at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU contains 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation processors. Ray tracing is handled by 56 dedicated RT cores, while 224 tensor cores accelerate AI workloads. The pixel rate is 198.0 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 554.4 GTexel/s. FP32 performance reaches 35.48 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same rate (1:1 ratio). The 220 W TDP requires a 550 W suggested PSU and uses a single 16-pin power connector.

In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the GPU scores 4627, placing it in the upper mid-range tier. Geekbench OpenCL at 172795 and Vulkan at 205624 show strong compute performance across APIs. PassMark G3D at 29995 and GPU compute at 17108 confirm the card's capability for both graphics and general-purpose computing. The 83rd percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it outperforms the majority of graphics cards, though it sits below enthusiast-tier offerings.

The 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS, which is relevant for modern games that support these features. The 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1440p gaming with high texture quality and moderate 4K usage. The memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s supports high-resolution texture streaming and compute workloads.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data, confirmed as measured rather than estimated, shows this system's gaming capability across 51 titles at three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the average frame rate across all games is 178.7 FPS, which places the pair at rank 622 out of 3861 total pairings. This is a strong result, indicating the system outperforms the vast majority of CPU+GPU combinations in gaming.

At 1080p, competitive shooters excel: Counter-Strike 2 runs at 283 FPS, Valorant at 575 FPS, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege at 336 FPS. Even older titles like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive hit 624 FPS. For AAA games, Cyberpunk 2077 achieves 83 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 76 FPS, and Microsoft Flight Simulator at 102 FPS. The Medium is the most demanding at 59 FPS, indicating that only a few titles drop below 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, frame rates remain playable across most titles. Counter-Strike 2 drops to 187 FPS, Valorant to 545 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege to 220 FPS. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 62 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 57 FPS, and Microsoft Flight Simulator at 82 FPS. The Medium is the only game below 50 FPS at 50 FPS. This resolution provides a good balance between visual fidelity and performance.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles with some titles. Counter-Strike 2 runs at 105 FPS, Valorant at 442 FPS, but Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 41 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 to 37 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended to 14 FPS. Microsoft Flight Simulator holds at 61 FPS. The Medium runs at 39 FPS, and Revolution Idle at 31 FPS. This resolution is best suited for less demanding games or with upscaling technologies enabled.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 87, meaning this system outperforms 87% of all recorded desktop configurations in the database.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 245 compare to the Ryzen 9 7900?

A: The Ryzen 9 7900 has an average benchmark score of 49228, while the Core Ultra 5 245 scores 48995, a difference of -0.5% in favor of the AMD processor.

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

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Is this system suitable for 4K gaming?

A: At 3840x2160, competitive titles like Valorant run at 442 FPS and Counter-Strike 2 at 105 FPS, but demanding AAA games like Cyberpunk 2077 run at 41 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 37 FPS, so 4K is limited to less demanding games.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and what PSU is suggested for the GPU?

A: The CPU has a 65 W TDP, and the GPU's suggested PSU is 550 W.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports ECC memory, which is beneficial for workstations requiring data integrity.

Q: How many RT cores and tensor cores does the GPU have?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI processing.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. The CPU is a 14-core, 14-thread Arrow Lake processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, running at 3.50 GHz base and 5.10 GHz boost. The GPU is an Ada Lovelace architecture card with 12 GB GDDR6X memory and 7168 shading units. Together, they achieve a combined percentile of 87, placing this system in the upper tier of desktop configurations.

The CPU's 90th percentile ranking among processors and the GPU's 83rd percentile among graphics cards create a balanced system where neither component dramatically outperforms the other. The measured average FPS across games is 178.7 at 1080p, with the pair ranking 622 out of 3861 total pairings. This places the build in the top 16% of all tested CPU+GPU combinations for gaming performance.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 uses the Intel Socket 1851, which is specific to the Core Ultra Series 2 desktop processors. The platform supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. PCIe Gen 5 is available with 20 lanes from the CPU, providing ample bandwidth for the RTX 4070 SUPER, which uses PCIe 4.0 x16.

The CPU's 65 W TDP is modest, leaving headroom for a higher-TDP processor on the same socket if a future upgrade is desired. The GPU's 220 W TDP with a suggested PSU of 550 W means the current power supply recommendation has some headroom, but a more powerful GPU would require a PSU upgrade. The GPU uses a 1x 16-pin power connector, which is standard for this generation.

A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-tier Core Ultra processor on the same socket, provided the motherboard's VRM and cooling can handle the additional power draw. For the GPU, moving to a card with more VRAM or higher compute throughput would address 4K gaming limitations, but would necessitate a PSU with higher wattage than the current 550 W suggestion. The 12 GB VRAM on the current GPU is the primary constraint for future 4K gaming, as measured FPS at 3840x2160 shows several titles below 60 FPS.