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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 7 265 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

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Top 4% 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
96%
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GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 7 265

64,640 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

43,223 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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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

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER form a desktop pairing that targets high-performance computing with a strong emphasis on productivity and high-refresh-rate gaming. With a combined percentile ranking of 88 across all CPU and GPU pairings, this system sits in the upper tier of available hardware. The CPU, a 20-core Arrow Lake-S part, delivers exceptional multi-threaded throughput, while the GPU, based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, provides robust 1440p and entry-level 4K gaming capabilities. This analysis examines the benchmark data to define the specific strengths and limitations of this combination.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, this pairing is exceptional. Titles like Counter-Strike 2 hit 283 FPS, Valorant reaches 588 FPS, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege runs at 336 FPS, all at 1920x1080 with ultra settings. The CPU’s strong single-core performance (Cinebench R23 score of 5960) ensures that even in esports titles with high frame rates, the processor will not be the limiting factor.

At 1440p, the system remains highly capable for competitive and AAA gaming. The data shows 187 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, 220 FPS in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, and 162 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone at 2560x1440. This resolution provides a balance between visual fidelity and performance, making it the sweet spot for this GPU. Even demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 manage a playable 62 FPS at this resolution.

For 4K gaming, the RTX 4070 SUPER is adequate but not class-leading. At 3840x2160, the system delivers 105 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 138 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone, but heavy titles like Cyberpunk 2077 drop to 41 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 to 37 FPS. The 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for current titles, but ultra settings at 4K will require adjustments or upscaling for consistently smooth gameplay.

Streaming and content creation workloads benefit from the CPU’s high core count. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 places it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, providing ample headroom for encoding video while gaming. The Passmark multi-thread score of 49682 supports this, indicating strong parallel processing capabilities for simultaneous tasks like game capture and stream encoding.

Video editing and 3D rendering are clear strengths for this build. The Passmark floating-point math score of 172776 and integer math score of 134773 demonstrate strong computational throughput. The 20 cores and 20 threads handle complex timelines and multi-layer effects efficiently, while the GPU’s 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance accelerates GPU-accelerated effects and final renders.

Software development tasks, particularly compilation, benefit from the CPU’s multi-core design. The Passmark data compression score of 522983 and data encryption score of 40456 indicate robust performance for code compilation and data processing tasks. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache helps with frequently accessed data, and the DDR5 memory support with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth ensures fast data transfer for large projects.

For student and office work, this system is significantly overpowered. Basic productivity tasks will run effortlessly, with the CPU’s single-thread performance (Passmark single-thread score of 4689) ensuring snappy application responsiveness. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU provides a fallback display output, though the discrete GPU will handle all graphics workloads. The 65W TDP of the CPU suggests efficient operation for long work sessions.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 4464P?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has an average benchmark score of 64640, which is 0.3% lower than the AMD EPYC 4464P’s 64823. This places the two processors within statistical noise of each other, making them effectively equivalent in overall performance.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 SUPER suitable for 4K gaming?

A: The GPU can handle 4K in less demanding or well-optimized titles, achieving 138 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone and 105 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 at 3840x2160. However, for graphically intensive AAA games like Cyberpunk 2077 (41 FPS) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (37 FPS), 4K ultra settings are not consistently playable.

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

A: The combined percentile for this desktop build is 88. This means it outperforms 88% of all tracked CPU and GPU combinations in the database, indicating a high-end system.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: No, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 does not support ECC memory. It is designed for standard DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, which is typical for consumer desktop platforms.

Q: What is the average FPS across all tested games for this pairing?

A: The average FPS across all games in the measured dataset is 179.1. This high average indicates strong overall gaming performance, though it is skewed by very high frame rates in esports titles.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to the RTX 4090 Mobile?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223, which is 1% lower than the RTX 4090 Mobile’s 43667. Despite the desktop part being older, it performs nearly identically to the top-end mobile GPU in aggregate benchmarks.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. This high frequency contributes to its strong single-thread performance, which is critical for gaming and lightly-threaded applications.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation pipelines. The GPU’s memory subsystem consists of 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This configuration supports high-resolution textures and complex scenes without immediate memory bottlenecks.

Clock speeds are set at a base of 1980 MHz with a boost of 2475 MHz. The memory operates at 1313 MHz, effectively 21 Gbps. This allows for a pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 554.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 compute performance is rated at 35.48 TFLOPS, which is substantial for both gaming and compute workloads.

The GPU includes 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores. These dedicated hardware units accelerate ray-traced lighting and DLSS-based upscaling. While the raw benchmark scores (3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627) show strong traditional rasterization performance, the tensor cores also enable AI-accelerated features that are not fully captured in these tests.

The GPU’s benchmark scores place it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. Its Passmark G3D score of 29995 is notable, and it performs near the level of the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, which has a deltaPct of -0.1. This indicates that the 4070 SUPER is a mature, well-performing design that sits just below the top-tier consumer GPUs.

In rendering workloads, the GPU’s 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 power accelerates 3D viewport performance. The 12 GB VRAM is adequate for most 3D scenes and video editing timelines, though extremely complex scenes may require more memory. The 224 tensor cores are also useful for AI denoising in renderers, a task that is not reflected in traditional benchmark scores.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data suggests a well-balanced system with different limiting factors depending on the workload. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as esports gaming at 1080p, the GPU is often idle waiting for the CPU. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5960 is high, but at frame rates above 200 FPS, even this processor can become the limiting factor in some titles.

For most modern AAA games at 1440p and 4K, the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The RTX 4070 SUPER’s 83rd percentile rank is lower than the CPU’s 93rd percentile rank, indicating that the GPU will typically be the constraint in graphically intensive scenes. This is confirmed by the FPS scaling: Cyberpunk 2077 drops from 83 FPS at 1080p to 41 FPS at 4K, a 50% reduction, while Counter-Strike 2 only drops from 283 to 105 FPS, a 63% reduction, showing that the CPU can still provide high frame rates even at lower resolutions.

The average FPS across all games is 179.1, which is high, but the variance is significant. In CPU-bound titles like Valorant (588 FPS at 1080p), the CPU is clearly the main driver. In GPU-bound titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 (76 FPS at 1080p), the GPU limits performance. This balance means that upgrading either component would yield improvements in different game sets.

The CPU’s 20 cores and 20 threads (no hyperthreading) are sufficient for modern games, but the Passmark physics score of 2923 is relatively low compared to the multi-thread score of 49682. This suggests that while the CPU excels at parallel tasks, its per-core physics performance might be a slight limitation in some game engines that rely heavily on a few threads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a 20-core, 20-thread desktop processor based on the Arrow Lake-S architecture. It is manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC, containing 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. The base clock is 2.40 GHz, which boosts to 5.30 GHz. The TDP is rated at 65W, which is modest for a 20-core part, suggesting efficient power management.

The cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache is beneficial for gaming and data-intensive workloads, reducing the need to access system memory. The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s.

Benchmark results show this is a top-tier consumer CPU. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 is exceptional, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 64640 puts it in direct competition with server-grade parts like the AMD EPYC 7343, which it beats by 0.7%, and the AMD EPYC 9124, which it beats by 0.7%.

Single-thread performance is also strong, with a Cinebench R23 score of 5960. This is critical for gaming and legacy applications. The Passmark single-thread score of 4689 confirms this strength. The CPU’s performance in specific tasks is notable: data compression (522983), floating-point math (172776), and integer math (134773) all show high throughput.

The CPU has a launch MSRP of $394. It uses the Intel Socket 1851 and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes for the CPU. It includes integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 32 execution units, which is useful for troubleshooting or office work without a discrete GPU. The multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not supported, but the high boost clock already delivers strong performance.

Who Should Build It

This system is ideal for gamers seeking high-refresh 1440p performance. The data shows it can exceed 144 FPS in many competitive titles at 2560x1440, including 187 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 220 FPS in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege. For gamers with 1080p 240Hz monitors, the CPU+GPU combo delivers exceptional frame rates in esports titles.

Content creators, particularly video editors and 3D artists, will benefit from the CPU’s 20 cores. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 means faster rendering times in software like Blender or Premiere Pro. The GPU’s 12 GB VRAM and 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 performance also accelerate GPU-accelerated effects and final exports.

Software developers compiling large codebases will find the CPU’s multi-core performance valuable. The Passmark data compression score of 522983 and integer math score of 134773 indicate strong performance in compilation and testing workloads. The 30 MB L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores.

For students and small business workstations, this system is overkill but provides a future-proof platform. The CPU’s efficient 65W TDP means it can run in a variety of chassis without extensive cooling. The integrated graphics provide a backup if the discrete GPU fails, and the 20 cores will handle any office or research workload with ease.

The system is also suitable for streamers who game and encode simultaneously. The CPU’s multi-thread score of 49682 provides headroom for x264 encoding at high bitrates while maintaining high frame rates in games like Call of Duty: Warzone (183 FPS at 1080p).

Gaming Performance

The measured gaming performance data provides a comprehensive view of this system’s capabilities. At 1920x1080 with ultra settings, the system excels in esports and competitive titles. Valorant runs at an extremely high 588 FPS, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 624 FPS, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege at 336 FPS. These frame rates far exceed the refresh rates of most monitors.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong for competitive gaming. Counter-Strike 2 drops to 187 FPS, but this is still well above the 144Hz threshold. Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 162 FPS, and Overpower at 101 FPS. For AAA titles, Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 62 FPS, which is playable but not at high refresh rates.

At 3840x2160, the system is best suited for less demanding or well-optimized games. Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 138 FPS, and Roblox at 138 FPS. However, many AAA titles struggle to maintain 60 FPS, with Cyberpunk 2077 at 41 FPS and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 37 FPS. Ark: Survival Ascended is particularly demanding, running at only 14 FPS at 4K.

The pair ranks 588th out of 3732 pairs for average FPS across all games, placing it in the top 15% of systems. The average FPS of 179.1 is high, but this is heavily influenced by the very high frame rates in older or less demanding titles like Valorant and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 (20-core Arrow Lake-S) with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER (Ada Lovelace). The CPU is from the Core Ultra Series 2, released in early 2025, and the GPU is from the GeForce 40-series, released in early 2024. The GPU is marked as end-of-life, while the CPU is active in production.

The combined percentile ranking is 88, meaning this system outperforms 88% of all tracked CPU+GPU pairs. This places it in the upper echelon of gaming and productivity systems. The pairing is well-matched, with the CPU’s 93rd percentile rank providing ample headroom for the GPU’s 83rd percentile rank.

The system is designed for high-performance desktop use, with the CPU’s 65W TDP and the GPU’s 220W TDP requiring a 550W power supply. The GPU is a dual-slot card measuring 267 mm in length, which fits in most mid-tower cases. The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1851, which is the platform for Arrow Lake-S processors.

Overall, this is a high-tier build that excels in multi-threaded productivity tasks and high-refresh 1080p/1440p gaming. It is not a top-tier 4K gaming system, but it handles 4K in less demanding titles or with settings adjustments.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 achieves an average benchmark score of 64640, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 4464P, which scores 64823 (0.3% higher), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, which scores 64438 (0.3% lower). In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 42216 in multi-core and 5960 in single-core, demonstrating balanced performance.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves an average benchmark score of 43223, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, which scores 43262 (0.1% higher), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile, which scores 43268 (0.1% higher). In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 4627.

The combined picture shows a CPU that is significantly stronger than the GPU in relative terms. The CPU outperforms 93% of all CPUs, while the GPU outperforms 83% of all GPUs. This suggests that in CPU-bound workloads, the system will perform exceptionally well, but in GPU-bound workloads, the GPU will be the limiting factor. The combined percentile of 88 reflects this balance, with the CPU’s strength pulling the overall score up.

The Passmark GPU compute score of 17108 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795 indicate strong compute performance, which is useful for non-gaming workloads. The CPU’s Passmark multi-thread score of 49682 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 are both excellent, confirming its position as a high-end productivity processor.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 uses the Intel Socket 1851, which is the platform for Arrow Lake-S processors. This is a new platform for Intel, meaning future upgrades are possible within the same socket generation, though the exact roadmap is not covered in this data. The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s.

The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which is sufficient for a high-end GPU and a fast NVMe SSD. The GPU itself uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is fully compatible with the CPU’s PCIe Gen 5 slots, though it will run at PCIe 4.0 speeds. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 32 EU provides a fallback if the discrete GPU is removed or fails.

The recommended power supply is 550W, based on the CPU’s 65W TDP and the GPU’s 220W TDP. This leaves headroom for the rest of the system components. The GPU requires a single 16-pin power connector, which is standard for modern high-end GPUs.

The most sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU has significant headroom. The CPU’s 93rd percentile rank means it is not a bottleneck in most workloads, and a future GPU upgrade would directly improve gaming performance in GPU-bound titles. The platform’s support for DDR5 and PCIe Gen 5 ensures that it is not obsolete for several years. However, since the GPU is end-of-life and the CPU is on a new socket, either component could be upgraded independently without requiring a full system rebuild.