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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

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84 Score

Top 16% Ranking

84 / 100

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Top 16% 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

94%

GPU

74%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 245

48,995 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

0 Benchmark Score

Top 26% Market Ranking

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30-60

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60-85

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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

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 paired with the NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation is a desktop configuration that combines a modern 14-core Arrow Lake processor with a professional-grade mobile GPU. This analysis is based strictly on the provided benchmark data. No measured frame rate data exists for this exact combination, so all gaming performance discussions are estimates derived from the synthetic benchmark scores and component specifications.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this CPU-GPU combination, so there are no empirical frame rates to report at any resolution or quality setting. All gaming performance commentary is therefore estimated from the benchmark scores and hardware capabilities.

The GPU is the primary driver for gaming workloads. The RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation offers 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 576.0 GB/s bandwidth. Its Ada Lovelace architecture provides 9728 shading units, 76 RT cores, and 304 tensor cores. The FP32 throughput is 32.69 TFLOPS, which indicates strong raw compute capability. This GPU sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, meaning half of all graphics cards in the database outperform it and half underperform it.

For 1080p gaming, the CPU's strong single-core performance is less of a limiting factor. The Core Ultra 5 245 scores 4648 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which places it in the 90th percentile among all CPUs. This level of single-threaded performance is sufficient for high-refresh-rate gaming at lower resolutions where the CPU must feed frames quickly. The estimated frame rates at 1080p would likely be high in most titles, though the GPU's 50th percentile position suggests it will not max out extremely demanding games at maximum settings.

At 1440p, the balance shifts more toward the GPU. The RTX 5000 Embedded's 16 GB of memory is ample for modern titles at this resolution. The 576.0 GB/s memory bandwidth helps maintain texture streaming and memory bandwidth demands. Estimated performance would be solid but not exceptional, based on the GPU's median position in the overall GPU rankings.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The 32.69 TFLOPS FP32 performance is respectable, but the 50th percentile standing indicates that many other GPUs offer more raw power. Estimated 4K frame rates would likely require reduced settings in demanding titles to maintain playable frame rates. The 16 GB memory capacity is sufficient for 4K textures, but the bandwidth and compute throughput may limit ultimate performance.

The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU in the CPU provides a fallback display output, but it is not intended for gaming. The discrete GPU handles all gaming workloads in this configuration.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a clear imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The Core Ultra 5 245 sits at the 90th percentile among all CPUs, while the RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs. This 40-percentile gap indicates that the CPU is significantly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU is relative to its own peer group.

In gaming workloads, the GPU will be the limiting factor. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32924 and single-core score of 4648 are both strong, suggesting it can feed frames to the GPU without becoming a bottleneck in most scenarios. The PassMark single-thread score of 4394 reinforces this assessment. The GPU's lower relative standing means that as resolution and graphical settings increase, the GPU will saturate before the CPU runs out of headroom.

For productivity workloads, the balance is reversed. The CPU's 14 cores and 14 threads (no hyperthreading) deliver strong multicore performance, as evidenced by the 32924 Cinebench R23 multicore score. The GPU's compute capabilities are also substantial at 32.69 TFLOPS FP32, which can accelerate certain tasks like rendering and compute workloads. However, in mixed workloads that use both components, the CPU will likely finish its tasks and wait on the GPU or vice versa, depending on the specific application.

The FPS scaling pattern, though not measured directly, would likely show that at lower resolutions and settings, the CPU's strong single-core performance would push frame rates higher until the GPU becomes saturated. At higher resolutions, the GPU's 50th percentile position would cap performance well below what the CPU could theoretically support.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark scores are comprehensive. In Cinebench R15, it scores 3318 multicore and 468 single-core. In Cinebench R20, the scores are 13828 multicore and 1952 single-core. The Cinebench R23 results show 32924 multicore and 4648 single-core. These scores place the CPU at the 90th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48995.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 5 245 is essentially neck-and-neck with several competing processors. It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G by 0.4 percent and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 by 0.5 percent. It leads the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H by 0.6 percent and the Intel Core i5-14600K by 0.8 percent. These are extremely tight margins that would be within run-to-run variance in most benchmark scenarios.

The PassMark suite shows strengths in specific areas. Data compression scores 400942, which is a strong result for archiving and compression workloads. Data encryption scores 30236. Extended instructions score 33304. Floating point math scores 120548, while integer math scores 91187. The multithread score is 38706, and physics score is 2569. Random string sorting scores 49140. The single-thread score is 4394.

The GPU has no benchmark scores in the FACT PACK, so its performance cannot be quantified through synthetic benchmarks. Its 50th percentile position is based on the aggregate database ranking, but the avgBenchmarkScore is listed as 0. This absence of benchmark data means the GPU's performance assessment relies entirely on its specification-based capabilities and percentile position.

The combined percentile for this pairing is 70, indicating that this system outperforms 70 percent of all configurations in the database. The CPU contributes the majority of this ranking strength, while the GPU's median position pulls the combined score down from what the CPU alone would achieve.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who need strong CPU performance for productivity tasks while still having a capable GPU for moderate gaming or professional graphics work. The CPU's 90th percentile ranking makes it suitable for content creators who work with video editing, 3D rendering, and software development.

Gamers at 1080p would find this system adequate, with the GPU's 16 GB memory and 32.69 TFLOPS compute handling most titles at high settings. Gamers at 1440p could expect playable frame rates in most games, though the GPU's median position means some demanding titles may require settings adjustments. 4K gaming would be possible but would likely require reduced settings to maintain smooth frame rates.

Content creators working with video editing software would benefit from the CPU's strong multicore performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32924 indicates fast rendering and export times. The PassMark data compression score of 400942 suggests efficient handling of large media files.

Software developers would appreciate the CPU's compile performance. The integer math score of 91187 and extended instructions score of 33304 indicate strong processing capability for code compilation and testing. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running build processes.

Students and small business users would find this system capable of handling everyday productivity tasks, office applications, and light creative work. The CPU's strong single-core performance ensures responsive system operation, while the GPU provides acceleration for any graphics-adjacent tasks.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core Ultra 5 245 uses the Intel Socket 1851 platform with the Arrow Lake architecture. This is a current-generation platform with DDR5 memory support in dual-channel configuration. The memory bandwidth is 102.4 GB/s, and ECC memory is supported, which is valuable for workstation use.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU itself. This supports modern high-bandwidth devices like NVMe storage and potentially next-generation GPUs. The GPU in this configuration uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is fully compatible with the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes.

The CPU has a TDP of 65 watts, which is modest for a desktop processor. The GPU has a TDP of 120 watts. The combined power draw of approximately 185 watts is manageable for most desktop power supplies. The FACT PACK lists no suggested PSU for the GPU, and no power connectors are required since the GPU is listed with an IGP slot width, suggesting it is an embedded or mobile-style module.

The CPU is not multiplier unlocked, so overclocking is not possible through multiplier adjustment. The production status is Active, indicating ongoing availability. The launch date was January 6, 2025, with a launch MSRP of $270.

A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU has substantial headroom given its 90th percentile ranking. The CPU could comfortably support a higher-end GPU without becoming a bottleneck. Alternatively, adding more DDR5 memory would benefit memory-intensive workloads, though the current dual-channel configuration with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth is already reasonable.

FAQ

Q: Does this CPU support overclocking?

A: No. The Core Ultra 5 245 has a locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked is false), so overclocking via multiplier adjustment is not supported.

Q: What memory type and configuration does this system use?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth. ECC memory is also supported.

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

A: The RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 576.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 7900?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245 trails the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 by 0.5 percent in average benchmark score, based on the nearestRivals data. This is a statistically negligible difference.

Q: What is the CPU's process node and foundry?

A: The CPU is manufactured on a 3 nm process at TSMC. It contains 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die.

Q: Does the GPU support modern graphics APIs?

A: Yes. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this system?

A: This CPU+GPU pairing sits at the 70th combined percentile, meaning it outperforms 70 percent of all configurations in the database.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread desktop processor from the Core Ultra Series 2 family. It uses the Arrow Lake architecture on the Arrow Lake-S codename. The base clock is 3.50 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The processor is manufactured on a 3 nm process at TSMC, containing 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die.

The cache hierarchy consists of 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This totals a substantial cache allocation that supports both single-threaded responsiveness and multicore throughput.

The benchmark scores demonstrate a well-rounded performer. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32924 places this processor in strong contention with much more expensive options. The single-core score of 4648 is equally impressive, indicating excellent per-thread performance for applications that rely on single-threaded execution.

The PassMark results show specific strengths. Data compression at 400942 is a standout score, suggesting excellent performance in archiving and file compression tasks. Floating point math at 120548 indicates strong compute capability for scientific and engineering workloads. Integer math at 91187 supports general productivity and development tasks.

The 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms that this is a high-performance desktop processor. The nearest rival comparisons show it is statistically tied with several established processors, including the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and Intel Core i5-14600K. The 14 threads (without hyperthreading) are a notable design choice, but the benchmark scores indicate this does not significantly hamper performance.

The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU provides basic display output capabilities. This is not a gaming-grade integrated solution, but it allows system operation without a discrete GPU if needed.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 desktop processor with the NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation GPU. The build class is desktop, confirming this is a traditional desktop configuration rather than a laptop or mobile system.

The CPU is a mainstream desktop processor from Intel's current Arrow Lake generation, released in January 2025 with a launch MSRP of $270. It represents the mid-range of the Core Ultra Series 2 lineup, offering 14 cores and strong benchmark performance at a 65-watt TDP.

The GPU is an embedded version of NVIDIA's Ada Lovelace architecture, specifically the RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation. Despite its "Embedded" designation, it provides substantial compute capabilities with 9728 shading units and 32.69 TFLOPS FP32 performance. It was released in March 2023 and uses the AD103 chip on a 5 nm process at TSMC.

The combined percentile of 70 indicates this is an above-average system overall. The CPU's 90th percentile is the dominant factor in this ranking, while the GPU's 50th percentile tempers the overall performance tier. This is a CPU-heavy configuration where the processor significantly outpaces the graphics card in relative performance.

The system is best described as a productivity-focused desktop with capable graphics. It can handle gaming at moderate settings and resolutions, but its primary strength lies in CPU-intensive workloads like content creation, software development, and data processing.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's strong single-core performance (4648 in Cinebench R23) supports high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios at 1080p. However, the GPU's 50th percentile position means it will likely become the limiting factor in most games, capping performance below what the CPU could theoretically deliver.

Streaming: The CPU's 14 cores and strong multicore performance (32924 in Cinebench R23) can handle game capture and encoding overhead while maintaining gameplay performance. The GPU's NVENC capabilities, implied by the Ada Lovelace architecture, would offload encoding tasks effectively.

Video editing: The CPU's multicore strength accelerates timeline rendering and export tasks. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32924 indicates fast processing of video effects and transitions. The GPU's 16 GB memory and 576.0 GB/s bandwidth support large video buffers and multiple streams.

3D rendering: The GPU's 32.69 TFLOPS FP32 performance provides substantial compute power for GPU-accelerated rendering. The 76 RT cores support hardware ray tracing, and the 16 GB memory accommodates complex scenes. The CPU's multicore performance (32924 in Cinebench R23) supports CPU-based rendering as well.

Software development: The CPU's integer math score of 91187 and extended instructions score of 33304 indicate strong performance for code compilation and static analysis. The 14 threads handle parallel builds effectively, and the ECC memory support adds reliability for critical development work.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score of 4394 in PassMark ensures responsive application performance for everyday tasks. The system handles document processing, web browsing, spreadsheets, and presentation software with ease. The GPU's capabilities are more than sufficient for any basic graphics needs in these workloads.

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

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System Balance Analysis

Intel Core Ultra 5 245

NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

Market Position

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Performance Insights

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Performance Tiers Explained

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Gaming Performance

Balance and Bottleneck

Benchmark Performance

Who Should Build It

Upgrade Path and Platform

FAQ

CPU Analysis

Build Overview

Usage Scenarios

4K Gaming Performance

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Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

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Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

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1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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