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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 245T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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Apex Performer

Top 6% 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
92%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 245T

38,194 Benchmark Score
Top 8% 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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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

Intel Core Ultra 5 245T is a 14-core, 14-thread desktop processor built on Intel’s Arrow Lake architecture, using a 3 nm process from TSMC. It has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering 102.4 GB/s of bandwidth, and includes ECC memory support. The chip is part of the Core Ultra Series 2 family, uses the Intel Socket 1851, and features 24 MB of shared L3 cache alongside 3 MB per-core L2 cache. It also integrates Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units, and its 17,800 million transistors are packed into a 243 mm² die.

CPU Analysis

The Core Ultra 5 245T’s 14 cores and 14 threads indicate a design that prioritizes parallel workload execution without relying on hyper-threading, which is a notable architectural choice. In multi-threaded tasks, the CPU scores 26,208 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 11,007 in Cinebench R20 multicore, placing it in the 86th percentile among all CPUs. This means it outperforms roughly 86% of processors in the database, a strong result for a desktop chip with a 65 W TDP. The single-core performance is equally solid, with Cinebench R23 single-core scoring 3,699 and R20 single-core at 1,553, suggesting excellent responsiveness in lightly-threaded applications like everyday desktop use or gaming.

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 38,194, which places it nearly exactly between two Intel rivals: the Core i5-14490F (average score 38,149, deltaPct 0.1) and the Core i5-13600KF (average score 38,103, deltaPct 0.2). The deltaPct values are extremely small, meaning the 245T performs within a hair of these chips. Against the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (average score 38,221), the 245T trails by a negligible -0.1%. The practical takeaway is that the 245T is competitive with a previous-generation Core i5 and a modern Ryzen 7 in overall CPU throughput, despite having fewer threads than some of these alternatives.

In specific workloads, the PassMark results show a processor that excels at data compression (283,812) and floating-point math (108,499), but lags in prime number finding (324) and single-thread raw speed (4,367). The data encryption score of 23,656 and extended instructions score of 22,071 indicate capable cryptography and SIMD performance. For software development, the PassMark multithread score of 30,833 suggests solid parallel compilation times, while the physics score of 2,278 is lower, hinting that simulation-heavy tasks are not this chip’s primary strength. With a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, the CPU can handle frequency-sensitive tasks like game logic and scripting with ease, but the 14-thread ceiling means heavily-optimized multi-threaded renderers will rely on the efficiency cores to carry the load.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data for this pairing comes entirely from individual CPU and GPU scores, as no measured FPS rows exist for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T combined with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. All FPS discussion here is estimated from the benchmark scores, not from direct game testing. The CPU’s 86th percentile and the GPU’s 86th percentile both indicate high-end components, but the combined percentile for this build is also 86, suggesting they align well in overall tier.

The GPU delivers a PassMark G3D score of 34,245 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 260,075, with an OpenCL score of 219,065. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 6,600. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 54,209, which is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (54,247, deltaPct -0.1). It is slightly behind the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54,828, deltaPct -1.1) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55,698, deltaPct -2.7). These deltas are small, meaning the RTX 4080 SUPER is effectively a peer of the RTX 4080 in raw compute, while the AMD alternatives are within a few percentage points.

The CPU’s average score of 38,194 is in the same percentile bracket as the GPU, which means neither component dramatically outclasses the other in aggregate performance. However, the CPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 250, scores 38,221, and the delta of -0.1% is statistically irrelevant. In gaming, the estimated FPS will be driven by the GPU’s raw rasterization power, while the CPU’s 5.10 GHz boost clock ensures it can feed frames without becoming a bottleneck in most scenarios. For productivity, the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore of 26,208 and the GPU’s compute scores of 19,822 (PassMark GPU Compute) together indicate a system capable of both rendering and encoding, though the GPU will dominate 3D workloads.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is based on the AD103 chip using Ada Lovelace architecture, fabricated on a 5 nm process with 45,900 million transistors. It packs 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has 10,240 shading units, 320 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, along with 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores. Its base clock is 2,295 MHz with a boost clock of 2,550 MHz, and memory runs at 1,438 MHz with 23 Gbps effective speed. The pixel rate is 285.6 GPixel/s and texture rate is 816.0 GTexel/s, while FP32 performance is 52.22 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 1:1 ratio.

For rendering, the 16 GB VRAM is a critical asset, allowing large 3D scenes, high-resolution textures, and complex shaders to fit without spilling to system memory. The 736.3 GB/s bandwidth supports heavy data movement in GPU-accelerated rendering engines. The 80 RT cores provide dedicated hardware for ray-traced lighting, shadows, and reflections, which is a substantial advantage over non-RT GPUs in supported titles. The 320 tensor cores accelerate DLSS and AI-based features, including frame generation and image reconstruction, which can significantly boost frame rates in modern games.

In benchmark terms, the GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 34,245 places it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 260,075 is high, indicating strong API-level performance for cross-platform graphics. The PassMark DirectX 12 score of 134 is surprisingly low compared to the G3D score, which may reflect specific driver overhead or test conditions. The GPU’s compute performance, at 19,822 in PassMark GPU Compute, shows it can handle non-graphics workloads like machine learning inference or video encoding. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6,600 is a modern DX12 test, and given the GPU’s tier, it indicates excellent 4K and high-refresh 1440p potential. The GPU is end-of-life, with a successor in the GeForce 50 series, but its performance data shows it remains a top-tier choice.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Core Ultra 5 245T and the RTX 4080 SUPER is skewed toward the GPU in gaming, but the CPU holds its own in productivity. The CPU’s 86th percentile and the GPU’s 86th percentile suggest neither is a weak link, but the nature of workloads determines which component is the limiter. In CPU-bound scenarios like physics simulation or data compression, the 245T’s PassMark physics score of 2,278 and data compression score of 283,812 will be the ceiling. In GPU-bound scenarios like 4K gaming or 3D rendering, the RTX 4080 SUPER’s 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 and 16 GB VRAM will dominate.

The estimated FPS scaling, based on the benchmark scores, indicates that at 1080p with a high-refresh monitor, the CPU’s 5.10 GHz boost clock and 4,367 PassMark single-thread score are sufficient to push high frame rates, but the GPU will still be the primary driver at 1440p and 4K. The GPU’s 34245 PassMark G3D score is over 14 times higher than the CPU’s 2,278 physics score, highlighting that the GPU is the dominant component for graphics-heavy tasks. Conversely, in multi-threaded CPU tasks like video encoding, the CPU’s 26,208 Cinebench R23 multicore score ensures it won’t stall the GPU, but the GPU’s tensor cores may offload some encoding work.

A potential bottleneck appears in game physics or AI computation, where the CPU’s 14 threads (14, 14 threads) might be strained in heavily-threaded simulation titles, while the GPU’s 320 tensor cores handle AI tasks. The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s is modest compared to the GPU’s 736.3 GB/s, so data transfer between CPU and GPU via PCIe Gen 5 (20 lanes) will be fast but not as wide as the GPU’s internal bus. Overall, the build is well-balanced for 1440p gaming and 4K productivity, but in pure gaming at high resolutions, the GPU will be the limiting factor, which is typical and acceptable.

Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing targets gamers who play at 1440p or 4K with high refresh rates. The GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance are suitable for modern AAA titles at ultra settings, while the CPU’s boost clock of 5.10 GHz ensures smooth frame pacing. Content creators who edit video or render 3D scenes will benefit from the GPU’s CUDA cores (10,240 shading units) and the CPU’s multi-threaded Cinebench R23 score of 26,208, which together accelerate exports and previews. Software developers compiling large codebases will see solid performance from the CPU’s PassMark multithread score of 30,833, and the GPU can be used for CUDA-based testing or local AI model inference.

Students and small business workstations that run office suites, web apps, and light programming will find the CPU’s single-core performance (4,367 PassMark) ample, and the GPU’s power is overkill but future-proof. The CPU’s integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics provides a fallback for basic display tasks if the GPU is removed or fails, but the RTX 4080 SUPER is the primary graphics solution. The 86th percentile for both components signals a high-end build that can handle demanding workloads, but it is not an entry-level or mid-range option. For users who need ray tracing or AI features, the 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores are the key differentiators, making this a strong pick for professionals in visualization or machine learning.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around Intel Socket 1851, which supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel setup. The CPU has 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, allowing for a fast connection to the GPU (though the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16) and potential NVMe storage. The CPU’s TDP is 65 W, while the GPU’s TDP is 320 W, and the suggested PSU is 700 W, which provides headroom for overclocking or adding peripherals. The CPU is not multiplier-unlocked, so overclocking is limited, but the 5.10 GHz boost clock is already high.

A sensible next upgrade would be a newer GPU from the GeForce 50 series, as the 4080 SUPER is end-of-life, but the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface will not bottleneck a next-gen card. The CPU’s 14 threads may become a limit in future multi-threaded games, so upgrading to a higher-core-count Arrow Lake CPU on the same socket is possible, but the 245T’s performance is competitive with its rivals today. The ECC memory support is a niche feature for server-like stability, appealing to workstation users. The platform’s DDR5 support and PCIe Gen 5 lanes ensure it is not obsolete, and the 700 W PSU suggestion leaves room for a more power-hungry GPU or additional drives.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4080 SUPER’s PassMark G3D score of 34,245 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6,600 indicate it can drive high frame rates at 1440p, and the CPU’s 5.10 GHz boost clock avoids frame drops in CPU-bound scenes. Estimated FPS at 1440p ultra would be high, but no measured FPS exists for this combo.

Streaming: The GPU’s tensor cores (320) and NVENC-class hardware support encoding, while the CPU’s 14 threads handle stream overlays and chat. The CPU’s PassMark multithread score of 30,833 ensures smooth streaming while gaming, but the GPU will do most of the heavy lifting.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 26,208 handles timeline scrubbing and export, while the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM accelerates effects and color grading. The GPU’s FP32 performance of 52.22 TFLOPS speeds up rendering in GPU-accelerated editors.

3D rendering: The GPU’s 80 RT cores and 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 are ideal for ray-traced renders, and the 16 GB VRAM fits large scenes. The CPU’s 24 MB L3 cache and 14 threads provide adequate geometry processing, but the GPU will be the bottleneck, not the CPU.

Software development: The CPU’s PassMark integer math score of 88,676 and data compression score of 283,812 support fast compilation and archive operations. The GPU’s compute score of 19,822 allows for local testing of GPU-accelerated code, though the CPU is the main driver here.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-thread score of 4,367 handles web browsers, spreadsheets, and word processors with ease. The GPU is overkill for this, but the CPU’s 65 W TDP means low power draw during light loads, making it an efficient workstation.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, a 14-core desktop CPU with a 65 W TDP, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, a 16 GB GDDR6X GPU with a 320 W TDP. Both components sit in the 86th percentile of their respective categories, indicating a high-end desktop configuration. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 38,194, and the GPU’s is 54,209, with a combined percentile of 86. The build class is desktop, and the data indicates a top-tier system for gaming and productivity, though the GPU is end-of-life with a successor available. The CPU’s 14 threads and the GPU’s 10,240 shading units make this a powerful, balanced desktop for enthusiasts.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T has 14 cores and 14 threads, with a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The CPU’s average score is 38,194. It is 0.1% faster than the Intel Core i5-14490F (38,149) and 0.2% faster than the Intel Core i5-13600KF (38,103), while being 0.1% slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (38,221).

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

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing and AI features?

A: Yes, it has 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, which support ray-traced rendering and AI-based technologies like DLSS.

Q: What is the suggested power supply for this build?

A: The suggested PSU is 700 W, based on the CPU’s 65 W TDP and the GPU’s 320 W TDP.

Q: Are there measured FPS results for this exact CPU+GPU combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this pairing. All FPS discussions are estimates based on the individual benchmark scores.

Q: What is the GPU’s production status and launch MSRP?

A: The GPU is end-of-life, with a launch MSRP of 999 USD. The CPU’s launch MSRP is $270, and it is still in active production.