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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 245K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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87 Score

Top 13% Ranking

87 / 100

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Top 13% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

95%

GPU

79%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 245K

54,053 Benchmark Score

Top 5% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

2,690 Benchmark Score

Top 21% Market Ranking

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0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

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 245K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER form a desktop pairing that sits in an unusual position within the benchmark database. The CPU is a high-performing Arrow Lake part, while the GPU, despite its modern architecture, posts a benchmark score that places it far lower in the overall distribution. The combined percentile of 55 reflects this disconnect, indicating a system where the processor significantly outclasses the graphics card in raw compute potential. This analysis relies exclusively on the provided benchmark data, which contains no measured frame rate information for this specific combination.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance disparity between the two components is stark and dictates the system's behavior. The Core Ultra 5 245K achieves an average benchmark score of 54053, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. This performance level is nearly identical to that of the Intel Core i7-14700F, which scores 53620, showing a mere 0.8% difference. In contrast, the RTX 5070 SUPER's average benchmark score is 2690, which places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. Its performance is comparable to the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, which scores 2664, a 1% difference, and the Intel Arc Pro B50, which scores 2660.

This data indicates a severe bottleneck at the graphics card. In any workload that stresses the GPU, the RTX 5070 SUPER will be the limiting factor, preventing the CPU from reaching its full potential. The CPU's high single-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2132 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4714, means it can feed frames to the GPU quickly, but the GPU's compute capacity will cap the frame rate. Conversely, in CPU-bound tasks like data compression, where the CPU scores 458817 in Passmark, the GPU plays no role, and the system will perform at the level of its 91st-percentile processor. The system is therefore imbalanced: it is a top-tier computing platform paired with an entry-level graphics solution, making the GPU the definitive performance ceiling for graphics-intensive applications.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core Ultra 5 245K is built on the Intel Socket 1851 platform with the Arrow Lake architecture. This is an active, current-generation desktop platform. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s and includes ECC memory support, a feature typically associated with workstations. Connectivity is handled by PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, providing a high-bandwidth interface for modern storage and graphics cards. The CPU also includes integrated graphics in the form of Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units, offering a fallback display output or basic acceleration if a discrete GPU is not present.

The motherboard platform dictates the upgrade path. The immediate and most logical upgrade for this system is the graphics card. Given that the current RTX 5070 SUPER is the primary bottleneck, replacing it with a more powerful GPU would yield the most significant performance improvement across all graphics-bound workloads. The PCIe 5.0 x16 slot supports the fastest current-generation cards. The CPU itself has a TDP of 125W, and its performance headroom suggests it would not be the limiting factor for a more powerful GPU. The platform is also capable of high-speed DDR5 memory, and increasing memory bandwidth could further benefit CPU-bound tasks. The CPU's unlocked multiplier also allows for overclocking, which can extend its useful lifespan, though the benchmark data does not specify overclocking results.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This system is not suitable for high-refresh gaming at demanding settings. The GPU's 18th-percentile performance, comparable to a GT 1030, indicates it cannot produce high frame rates in modern titles. The CPU's strong single-thread score of 4714 would not be the limiting factor; the GPU would hold frame rates far below the 100+ FPS targets for high-refresh displays.

Streaming: The CPU's 14 cores and 14 threads provide ample processing power for software encoding. A Passmark multithread score of 43047 suggests it can handle game capture and encoding simultaneously. However, the GPU's low performance would be the bottleneck for the game itself, resulting in a poor gameplay experience during a stream.

Video Editing: The system presents a mixed picture. The CPU is well-suited for this workload; its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25066 indicates strong performance in rendering and encoding tasks. However, many modern video effects and timeline previews are GPU-accelerated. The RTX 5070 SUPER's 18th-percentile score would cause sluggish performance in these areas, making the overall experience subpar despite the CPU's capability.

3D Rendering: Similar to video editing, the CPU would excel in CPU-based rendering, with its high multi-core scores. However, GPU-based render engines would perform very poorly. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 is a low absolute number, indicating it would take far longer to render frames than any modern mid-range or high-end card.

Software Development: This is a strong scenario for this system. The CPU's high performance in integer math (Passmark score of 98524) and floating-point math (130678) speeds up code compilation and testing. The GPU is largely irrelevant for most development tasks, meaning the system's 91st-percentile CPU performance would be fully utilized, making it a fast and responsive development machine.

Student and Office Work: This system is overkill for basic tasks like word processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The CPU's performance is far beyond what these applications require. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG graphics would be more than sufficient for these tasks, and the discrete GPU would only be a factor if the user is doing 3D modeling or gaming, where its low performance would be a limiting factor.

Who Should Build It

The target user for this specific CPU+GPU combination is narrow. The data points to a professional or enthusiast who prioritizes CPU-centric workloads and has a secondary, low-demand need for discrete graphics. This includes developers who need maximum compilation speed and run multi-threaded build tools, or researchers running data processing and simulation tasks that are heavily CPU-bound. The CPU's 91st-percentile performance, rivaling the Core i7-14700F, makes it a solid foundation for a workstation. The ECC memory support is a significant draw for this group, as it provides data integrity for long-running computations. The GPU, while weak for gaming, provides more capability than the integrated graphics and can drive multiple displays for a productive workspace. This is not a build for gamers at any resolution, nor is it for content creators who rely on GPU acceleration. It is a purpose-built system for CPU compute, with the GPU serving as a basic add-on rather than a primary component.

Benchmark Performance

The combined performance picture is defined by a significant gap between the two main components. The CPU, an Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, is a high-end desktop processor. Its average benchmark score of 54053 places it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-14700F (score 53620, 0.8% slower), the Intel Xeon 6505P (score 53701, 0.7% slower), and the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D (score 54762, 1.3% faster). This shows the 245K is positioned at the top of the performance stack, trading blows with high-core-count server and enthusiast parts.

The GPU, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER, presents a contradictory picture. Despite its modern Blackwell 2.0 architecture, its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M (score 2664, 1% faster), the NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 (score 2662, 1.1% faster), and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 440 (score 2645, 1.7% faster). These are all old or entry-level parts, suggesting that while the RTX 5070 SUPER is a current product, its measured performance is exceptionally low for its generation. The combined percentile of 55 is a weighted average that reflects this CPU-heavy balance.

FAQ

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

A: The system has a combined percentile of 55, reflecting the high CPU performance and low GPU performance.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245K has an average benchmark score of 54053, which is 1.3% lower than the Ryzen 9 9900X3D's score of 54762.

Q: What is the GPU's benchmark score and percentile?

A: The RTX 5070 SUPER has a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690, which places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K supports ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 125W, and the GPU has a TDP of 275W.

Q: What type of memory does the platform support?

A: The platform supports dual-channel DDR5 memory.

Q: Which component is the performance bottleneck?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is the clear performance bottleneck, as its 18th-percentile score is vastly lower than the CPU's 91st-percentile score.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is a 14-core, 14-thread desktop processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, built on a 3nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The CPU features 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB of L2 cache per core. It supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes and has a TDP of 125W. The CPU was released in October 2024 with a launch MSRP of $319.

Benchmark results show a processor that excels in both single and multi-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 scores of 2132 (single-core) and 25066 (multi-core) are strong indicators of performance in a wide range of applications. The Passmark single-thread score of 4714 confirms excellent responsiveness in everyday tasks. The multi-threaded performance is further validated by a Passmark multithread score of 43047. In specific compute tasks, the CPU shows high throughput, with scores of 130678 in floating-point math and 98524 in integer math. This indicates a well-rounded processor capable of handling everything from office productivity to complex scientific simulations. Its 91st-percentile ranking, which places it on par with the Intel Core i7-14700F, confirms its position as a high-end part. The 14 cores and 14 threads, with no hyper-threading, is an interesting design choice, but the benchmark data shows it is effective.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build centered around an Intel Core Ultra 5 245K processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER graphics card. The pairing is characterized by a major performance imbalance. The CPU is a top-tier performer, ranking in the 91st percentile of all processors. It is designed for high-performance computing tasks. The GPU, however, is in the 18th percentile, a score that is more typical of an entry-level or legacy graphics card. This makes the system's overall tier, as indicated by the 55th combined percentile, a reflection of its CPU-centric nature. It is a workstation-class compute platform with a discrete GPU that provides basic 3D acceleration and display output but is not suitable for modern, graphics-intensive gaming or rendering workloads.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the database. Therefore, all frame rate discussions are estimates based on the individual component benchmark scores. The GPU is the primary factor for gaming performance. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 is very low, placing it in the 18th percentile and on par with a GeForce GT 1030. This strongly indicates that the RTX 5070 SUPER will not provide a playable experience in modern AAA titles at any resolution with high settings. For 1080p gaming, frame rates would likely be low, and even at 720p, the performance would be below what most gamers consider acceptable. The CPU's high single-thread score of 4714 is sufficient for gaming, but it will be severely underutilized as the GPU will be the bottleneck in virtually all scenarios. In less demanding or older games, the system may be able to achieve 60 FPS at lower settings, but the data suggests this is not a gaming-focused build. All performance expectations should be grounded in the GPU's low benchmark score, which indicates a fundamental lack of graphics processing power.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is a graphics card based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and the GB205 chip, built on a 5nm process. It features 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. The card has 6400 shading units, 200 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units. It includes 50 RT cores and 200 tensor cores. The base clock is 2325 MHz with a boost clock of 2512 MHz. Its FP32 computing power is rated at 32.15 TFLOPS. The card has a TDP of 275W and requires a single 16-pin power connector.

Despite this modern specification sheet, the benchmark data reveals a major discrepancy. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2690 places it in the 18th percentile, which is far lower than what the hardware specifications would suggest. The score is comparable to very old, low-end cards like the GeForce GT 440, which is 1.7% slower. This suggests that the benchmark result may not be representative of the card's intended performance class, or that the card is severely limited in some way. For rendering purposes, the FP32 performance of 32.15 TFLOPS suggests a capability that is not reflected in the 3DMark score. The 18 GB of VRAM and high bandwidth are features of a high-end card, but the benchmark indicates this potential is not being realized. This analysis must rely on the measured score, which points to a GPU that performs poorly in synthetic benchmarks, and by extension, in real-world graphics workloads.

Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 245K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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Performance Insights

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Performance Tiers Explained

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Balance and Bottleneck

Upgrade Path and Platform

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Who Should Build It

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FAQ

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4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

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