SYSTEM ANALYZER

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

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83 / 100
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Power Build

Top 17% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
92%
VS
GPU
74%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 245T

38,194 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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GRAPHICS CARD

NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

0 Benchmark Score
Top 26% 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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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

This combination pairs Intel’s Arrow Lake desktop processor with NVIDIA’s professional mobile-class graphics, creating a system that is neither a pure gaming rig nor a standard workstation. The data shows a strong CPU paired with a capable GPU, but the lack of measured FPS data means all gaming performance must be inferred from synthetic benchmarks.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T and the NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation is skewed toward CPU-heavy workloads. The processor’s average benchmark score of 38,194 places it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, indicating strong multi-threaded and single-threaded capability. In contrast, the GPU sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, which is a decidedly mid-pack position. This creates a system where the GPU is the primary limiting factor in graphics-intensive tasks, while the CPU will rarely be the bottleneck outside of highly parallel compute workloads.

The CPU’s performance relative to its nearest rivals reinforces this picture. It sits within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (deltaPct -0.1), the Intel Core i5-14490F (0.1), the Intel Core i5-13600HX (-0.2), and the Intel Core i5-13600KF (0.2). This clustering means the 245T is not a performance outlier; it is a well-positioned mid-range chip that trades blows with established competitors. The combined percentile for the pair is 68, suggesting that as a whole, the system is better than a majority of desktop builds, but the GPU’s mediocrity pulls the overall score down from what the CPU alone could achieve.

For gaming, the bottleneck will almost certainly be the GPU at higher resolutions. The RTX 5000 Embedded’s 16 GB of VRAM and 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth are sufficient for modern titles, but its 32.69 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 50th percentile ranking indicate it will struggle to maintain high frame rates at 4K in demanding titles. At 1080p, the CPU’s strong single-thread score of 4,367 in Passmark will help push frames, but the GPU will still cap maximum output in most scenarios. In CPU-bound tasks like data compression (283,812 Passmark score) or encryption (23,656), the processor will be the dominant force, and the GPU will sit largely idle.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s benchmark suite paints a picture of a capable, well-rounded processor. In Cinebench R23, it scores 26,208 in multi-core and 3,699 in single-core. The multi-core score is particularly strong, suggesting the 14 cores (14 threads) are well-utilized under heavy loads. The R20 scores of 11,007 (multi) and 1,553 (single) follow the same trend, while R15 scores of 2,641 (multi) and 372 (single) round out the older test suite. These numbers indicate a processor that is roughly on par with the Intel Core i5-13600KF, which has a deltaPct of 0.2, meaning the 245T is marginally slower.

Passmark results are more granular. The multi-thread score of 30,833 is respectable, while the single-thread score of 4,367 is excellent for a 65-watt part. Floating point math (108,499) and integer math (88,676) scores show solid arithmetic throughput. The extended instructions score of 22,071 suggests good SIMD performance for AVX workloads. The physics score of 2,278 and prime number finding score of 324 are lower, indicating this is not a dedicated compute monster but a balanced desktop chip.

The GPU has no benchmark scores in the FACT PACK, so its performance must be assessed from its specifications and percentile. The 50th percentile ranking means it is exactly average when compared to all GPUs in the database. This is not a high-end part; it is a mid-range professional GPU with Ada Lovelace architecture. The combined picture is that of a system where the CPU is clearly the stronger component, and the GPU is sufficient for professional work but not for high-end gaming or rendering.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T is built on the Arrow Lake architecture, fabricated on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It has 14 cores and 14 threads, which is notable because there is no hyper-threading; each core is a single thread. This is a deliberate design choice that favors power efficiency over raw multi-threading. The base clock is 2.20 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, offering a wide dynamic range for both idle and burst workloads.

The cache hierarchy is substantial. Each core has 192 KB of L1 and 3 MB of L2, with a shared 24 MB of L3. This 24 MB of shared cache is critical for gaming and productivity, as it allows frequently accessed data to be stored close to the cores. The memory support is DDR5, dual-channel, with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. ECC memory is supported, which is a significant feature for workstation reliability.

The integrated graphics are Arc Xe-LPG with 64 execution units. This is not a gaming GPU, but it provides a display output and basic acceleration for office tasks. The PCIe support is Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, which is forward-looking for storage and discrete GPUs. The processor’s TDP is 65 watts, which is modest for a 14-core chip and suggests it will be easy to cool with a capable air cooler.

The benchmark scores confirm the CPU’s positioning. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,208 is strong, but the nearest rival data shows it is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-13600KF (deltaPct 0.2). The single-core score of 3,699 is competitive, and the Passmark single-thread score of 4,367 is high, indicating excellent per-core performance. For real workloads, this means the CPU will handle video editing, software compilation, and general productivity with ease. The 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms it is in the top tier of available processors, though not at the absolute top.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU and GPU combination. Therefore, all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and must be treated as approximations rather than measured results.

Based on the CPU’s strong single-thread score of 4,367 in Passmark and the GPU’s mid-range 50th percentile ranking, this system should handle 1080p gaming well. The CPU can push high frame rates in esports titles and less demanding games, while the GPU’s 16 GB of VRAM and 576.0 GB/s bandwidth will allow for high texture settings without running out of memory. The GPU’s FP32 performance of 32.69 TFLOPS is roughly equivalent to a mid-range desktop card, so expect playable frame rates in most titles at 1080p with ultra settings, but not consistently high refresh rates (over 144 FPS) in AAA games.

At 1440p, the GPU will become the limiting factor. The 50th percentile ranking suggests it will struggle to maintain 60 FPS in the most demanding titles at ultra settings. You may need to lower some settings to achieve smooth gameplay. At 4K, this GPU will likely not deliver playable frame rates in modern AAA games at high settings. The CPU’s performance becomes less relevant at this resolution, and the GPU’s mid-pack standing will be exposed.

The RTX 5000 Embedded Ada has 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores, so it supports ray tracing and DLSS. However, the raw performance is not high enough for demanding ray-traced workloads at high resolutions without upscaling. Expect to use DLSS to achieve playable frame rates with ray tracing enabled at 1440p.

Who Should Build It

This system is suited for users who need a strong CPU for productivity and a capable GPU for professional workloads, not for hardcore gamers. The CPU’s 86th percentile ranking and strong multi-core scores make it ideal for content creators who edit video, process photos, or work with large datasets. The 14 cores and 24 MB of L3 cache will accelerate rendering times in applications like Blender or Premiere Pro, though the GPU will be the bottleneck for GPU-accelerated rendering.

Software developers will benefit from the fast compilation times enabled by the CPU’s multi-core performance. The 26,208 Cinebench R23 multi-core score indicates that building large codebases will be quicker than on most systems. The ECC memory support is a bonus for developers who require data integrity.

Students and small business users will find this to be a responsive system for office work, web browsing, and spreadsheet analysis. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG graphics provide a display output, and the 65-watt TDP means the system will be quiet and efficient. However, this is a desktop build, so it is not portable; it is a fixed workstation.

The GPU’s 16 GB of VRAM is beneficial for machine learning inference and light model training, though the 120-watt TDP and IGP slot width suggest it is a mobile-class part that may not have the sustained performance of a full desktop GPU. This is a niche product for users who need a quiet, compact workstation with a professional-grade GPU. The 50th percentile GPU ranking means it is not a gaming card, but it is capable for CAD, 3D modeling, and video encoding.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T uses the Intel Socket 1851, which is the platform for Arrow Lake processors. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, so there is ample bandwidth for a high-end discrete GPU or a fast NVMe SSD. The memory support is DDR5, dual-channel, with a 102.4 GB/s bandwidth. This is a modern platform, and the socket should support future Arrow Lake refresh parts, though the FACT PACK does not confirm this.

The GPU is an embedded part with a 120-watt TDP and no power connectors, meaning it is soldered or designed for a proprietary motherboard. There is no suggested PSU listed, but the CPU’s 65-watt TDP and the GPU’s 120-watt TDP mean a standard 400-500 watt power supply would be sufficient for the core components. The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is backward compatible with the CPU’s Gen 5 slots, so it will work, but it may not take full advantage of the newer standard.

The most sensible upgrade path would be to replace the GPU with a more powerful desktop card. The CPU is strong enough to support a higher-end GPU without bottlenecking, given its 86th percentile ranking. A modern GPU with higher FP32 performance would dramatically improve gaming and rendering performance. The CPU itself is not the limiting factor; the GPU is. Upgrading the CPU in the future may be possible with a newer Arrow Lake part, but the FACT PACK does not specify compatibility.

The platform’s DDR5 memory support is current, and 102.4 GB/s of bandwidth is adequate for most tasks. If you need more memory bandwidth, you would need to move to a different platform entirely. The 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU are sufficient for a single high-end GPU and a fast SSD, but not for multi-GPU setups.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation is a professional GPU built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, using the AD103 chip on a 5 nm process. It has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The base clock is 930 MHz with a boost clock of 1680 MHz, and the memory runs at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective).

The GPU has 9,728 shading units, 304 texture mapping units, and 112 ROPs. It also features 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores, which are dedicated to ray tracing and AI acceleration respectively. The FP32 performance is 32.69 TFLOPS, and FP16 is also 32.69 TFLOPS with a 1:1 ratio, meaning it does not have the doubled FP16 throughput seen on consumer cards. The pixel rate is 188.2 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 510.7 GTexel/s.

The GPU’s 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs is telling. It is an average performer, not a high-end part. The 16 GB of VRAM is a strong point, as it allows for larger textures and datasets than an 8 GB card. The 576.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for the memory size, but it is not exceptional. The RT and tensor cores mean it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, so it is feature-complete for modern games and applications.

For rendering tasks, the 32.69 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is sufficient for real-time viewport work in 3D software, but it will be slow for final frame renders compared to higher-end GPUs. The 120-watt TDP and IGP slot width indicate this is a low-power part designed for embedded or compact systems, not a full-size desktop card. The display outputs are portable device dependent, meaning it may only support a single or dual display setup depending on the host device.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s average benchmark score and percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T has an average benchmark score of 38,194, placing it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It is within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (deltaPct -0.1), Intel Core i5-14490F (0.1), Intel Core i5-13600HX (-0.2), and Intel Core i5-13600KF (0.2), making them effectively equivalent in performance.

Q: Does the GPU have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the GPU has no benchmark scores and a 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 0.

Q: What is the combined percentile for this CPU and GPU pair?

A: The combined percentile is 68, indicating the system is better than 68% of desktop builds in the database.

Q: What memory type and bandwidth does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, and it supports ECC memory.

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

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact combination, so all gaming performance is estimated from benchmark scores.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: At 1080p, this system can achieve high frame rates in esports titles due to the CPU’s single-thread score of 4,367. However, the GPU’s 50th percentile ranking means it will not consistently hit 144+ FPS in AAA games. For 144Hz monitors, you will need to lower settings or rely on DLSS.

Streaming: The CPU’s 14 cores and 26,208 Cinebench R23 multi-core score can handle game capture and encoding simultaneously without major frame drops in most titles. The GPU’s tensor cores can assist with NVENC encoding, but the 120-watt TDP limits sustained throughput.

Video Editing: The CPU is the star here. A multi-core score of 26,208 and Passmark integer math score of 88,676 will accelerate timeline scrubbing and export times in software like Premiere Pro. The GPU’s 16 GB of VRAM is useful for effects and color grading, but the 32.69 TFLOPS FP32 performance is mid-range.

3D Rendering: For CPU-based rendering, the 245T is competent, but the GPU’s 50th percentile ranking means GPU-accelerated renders will be slow. The 16 GB of VRAM is a plus for large scenes, but the 576.0 GB/s bandwidth is a limiting factor for complex textures.

Software Development: The CPU’s 24 MB of L3 cache and 30,833 Passmark multi-thread score make compilation times shorter than average. ECC memory support ensures data integrity during long build sessions. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks.

Student and Office Work: This system is overkill for word processing and web browsing. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG graphics are sufficient for 4K desktop output, and the 65-watt CPU TDP keeps power consumption low. The 86th CPU percentile ensures no lag in multitasking with dozens of browser tabs.