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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 7 265K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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88 / 100
HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
97%
VS
GPU
79%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 7 265K

70,879 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

2,690 Benchmark Score
Top 21% 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

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER form a desktop pairing built around a 20-core Arrow Lake processor and a Blackwell-architecture graphics card. The CPU is a strong performer, ranking in the 94th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU presents a more unusual profile, sitting in the 18th percentile based on its available benchmark data. This combination yields a combined percentile of 56, indicating a mid-tier overall system ranking. The following analysis breaks down the components, their measured performance, and what users can expect from this specific build.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is a 20-core, 20-thread desktop processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, built on the Arrow Lake architecture and manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, and it includes an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. The CPU’s cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, and it includes ECC memory support.

Benchmark results show a processor with substantial multi-threaded capability. In Cinebench R23, the 265K scores 35,850 points in multi-core and 2,020 points in single-core. The Cinebench R20 results are 20,918 multi-core and 2,953 single-core, while R15 shows 5,020 multi-core and 708 single-core. Geekbench scores are 23,085 multi-core and 2,713 single-core. The PassMark suite provides further detail: a multi-thread score of 58,594 and a single-thread score of 4,928. Specific workloads like floating-point math score 189,629, integer math scores 143,242, and extended instructions score 54,333. Data compression and encryption scores are 665,554 and 48,246, respectively. Random string sorting achieves 79,752, physics scores 3,731, and prime number finding scores 491.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the 265K shows a tight competitive grouping. It is 0.2% behind the Intel Xeon 6511P and 0.7% behind the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 in average benchmark score. Against the Intel Core i7-14700KF, the 265K is 1% ahead, and it leads the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F by 1.3%. These small deltas indicate that the 265K sits in a highly contested performance band where differences of a few percentage points separate the top contenders. The average benchmark score of 70,879 places it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database.

For real workloads, the multi-core scores suggest strong performance in heavily threaded tasks like video rendering, software compilation, and scientific computing. The single-core scores, while comparatively lower, remain competitive for everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications. The data indicates a processor that can handle both high-throughput professional workloads and standard desktop usage without significant compromise.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K uses the Intel Socket 1851 and is part of the Arrow Lake-S generation. It supports DDR5 memory across a dual-channel bus, with ECC memory support available. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the processor itself. The platform includes integrated graphics in the form of Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units, which provides a basic display output capability without a discrete GPU.

The CPU has a TDP of 125 watts. The GPU has a TDP of 275 watts and uses a single 16-pin power connector. The combined power draw of this build is substantial, but no specific PSU recommendation is provided in the data. A sensible upgrade path for this platform would involve adding more DDR5 memory, as the dual-channel configuration supports bandwidth-sensitive tasks. The PCIe Gen 5 lanes allow for high-speed NVMe storage or other Gen 5 peripherals. The presence of ECC memory support is notable for users who prioritize data integrity in workstation environments.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this specific CPU and GPU combination. The `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty, and `dataIsMeasured` is false. Therefore, all FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the individual components, not from direct gameplay testing.

The CPU’s multi-threaded strength, as shown by its Cinebench R23 score of 35,850 and PassMark multi-thread score of 58,594, indicates it can handle the background tasks and game logic associated with modern titles. The single-core performance, reflected in a Geekbench single-core score of 2,713, is adequate for maintaining frame pacing in most games. However, the GPU’s benchmark profile raises concerns. The RTX 5070 SUPER scores 2,690 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, the GeForce GT 1030, the Intel Arc Pro B50, and the GeForce GT 440, with score deltas of 1% to 1.7%. These are all low-end or older parts, suggesting that the 5070 SUPER, based on this single benchmark, may not deliver high frame rates in demanding titles.

Given this data, estimated gaming performance would likely be modest. At 1080p with ultra settings, the system might achieve playable frame rates in less demanding or older games, but for AAA titles, users may need to lower settings or resolution. At higher resolutions like 1440p or 4K, the GPU would likely become the limiting factor, with frame rates dropping significantly. These are estimates based on the limited benchmark data, and actual performance could vary widely depending on the specific game and driver optimizations. The stark contrast between the CPU’s 94th percentile ranking and the GPU’s 18th percentile ranking suggests a significant imbalance for gaming workloads.

Who Should Build It

The target user for this build is defined by the CPU’s strong multi-core performance and the GPU’s limited benchmark showing. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, with its 20 cores and high multi-threaded scores, is well suited for content creators and professionals who work with video editing, 3D rendering, and software development. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,850 and PassMark multi-thread score of 58,594 indicate capability in rendering tasks that utilize all available cores. Data compression and encryption scores of 665,554 and 48,246, respectively, further support a profile for developers and data professionals. Students in engineering or computer science fields would also benefit from the CPU’s compute capabilities.

For gamers, the system is less clearly targeted. The GPU’s 18th percentile ranking means it is not positioned for high-refresh-rate gaming at high resolutions. Gamers who prioritize CPU-intensive simulation or strategy games, where the 265K’s multi-core strength can shine, might find value here, but they would need to pair this CPU with a more powerful GPU to achieve high frame rates. Small business workstations that run CPU-heavy applications, such as financial modeling or database processing, could benefit from the 265K’s throughput, with the GPU serving as a basic display output rather than a gaming component.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a clear imbalance between the CPU and GPU. The CPU ranks in the 94th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 70,879, while the GPU ranks in the 18th percentile with an average score of 2,690. This massive disparity indicates that the CPU vastly outperforms the GPU in raw compute capability relative to their respective peer groups.

In gaming workloads, the GPU would be the primary bottleneck. The CPU’s high single-thread and multi-thread scores mean it can feed frames to the GPU rapidly, but the GPU’s low benchmark score suggests it cannot render those frames quickly. This would result in low frame rates and poor scaling at higher resolutions, as the GPU becomes saturated while the CPU remains underutilized. For CPU-intensive workloads like rendering or compilation, the CPU is the dominant component, and the GPU’s role is minimal, making the system well balanced for those tasks. The FPS scaling, if measured, would likely show that increasing resolution has a severe impact on performance due to the GPU’s limitations, while lowering resolution would not yield significant gains because the GPU is already the limiting factor.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using the GB205 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It features 6,400 shading units, 200 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. The GPU includes 50 ray tracing cores and 200 tensor cores. Its base clock is 2,325 MHz with a boost clock of 2,512 MHz, and the memory clock runs at 1,750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed. The GPU has 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. The pixel rate is 201.0 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 502.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 and FP16 compute performance are both 32.15 TFLOPS.

The single benchmark available, 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, yields a score of 2,690. This places the GPU in the 18th percentile of all GPUs, which is a low ranking. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, GeForce GT 1030, Intel Arc Pro B50, and GeForce GT 440, with score deltas of 1% to 1.7%. These rivals are all significantly less powerful than the RTX 5070 SUPER in terms of memory size and bandwidth, yet their benchmark scores are nearly identical. This suggests that either the 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark does not stress the 5070 SUPER’s strengths, or there is a fundamental performance issue with this GPU model.

For rendering workloads, the 18 GB of VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth provide ample capacity for large textures and datasets. The RT and tensor cores offer hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI-based tasks, which could benefit professional rendering applications. However, the low benchmark score indicates that the raw rasterization performance may not be competitive with other GPUs in its class. The FP32 throughput of 32.15 TFLOPS is substantial on paper, but the benchmark results do not reflect this in practice. Users relying on this GPU for 3D rendering should temper expectations based on the 18th percentile ranking.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K has 20 cores and 20 threads.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER has 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus with a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is 1.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F in average benchmark score.

Q: What is the CPU’s TDP?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 125 watts.

Q: Does this build have measured FPS data?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this combination, so gaming performance figures are estimates.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking?

A: The GPU is in the 18th percentile of all GPUs, with a benchmark score of 2,690.

Q: What socket does the CPU use?

A: The CPU uses Intel Socket 1851.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER in a desktop configuration. The CPU is a high-end part, ranking in the 94th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 70,879. The GPU, however, ranks in the 18th percentile with an average score of 2,690. The combined percentile for this build is 56, indicating an overall mid-tier ranking. The CPU’s nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon 6511P, Intel Xeon Platinum 8270, Intel Core i7-14700KF, and AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, with score deltas ranging from -0.7% to 1.3%. The GPU’s nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, GeForce GT 1030, Intel Arc Pro B50, and GeForce GT 440, with score deltas of 1% to 1.7%. This build is clearly CPU-dominated, with the processor providing the majority of the system’s compute strength.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,850 and a single-core score of 2,020. In Geekbench, it scores 23,085 multi-core and 2,713 single-core. The PassMark multi-thread score is 58,594, and the single-thread score is 4,928. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 70,879, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon 6511P, scores 71,051, which is 0.2% higher, while the Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 70,163, which is 1% lower.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER scores 2,690 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. This score places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, scores 2,664, which is 1% lower, while the GeForce GT 440 scores 2,645, which is 1.7% lower. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 2,690. The combined picture shows a system where the CPU is a top-tier performer relative to its peers, while the GPU is a low-tier performer relative to its peers. This disparity is the defining characteristic of this build’s benchmark profile.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This scenario is not well supported by the data. The GPU’s 18th percentile ranking and low benchmark score of 2,690 suggest it cannot drive high frame rates in demanding titles. The CPU’s strong single-core score of 4,928 in PassMark is sufficient, but the GPU is the limiting factor. Estimated FPS would likely be below the 144 Hz threshold at 1080p in most games, and much lower at higher resolutions.

Streaming: The CPU’s 20 cores and high multi-threaded scores, such as 35,850 in Cinebench R23, can handle encoding and streaming workloads simultaneously with gameplay. The GPU’s tensor cores could assist with AI-based encoding, but the low rasterization performance may cap the game’s frame rate, affecting stream quality. The system is capable for streaming, but the game performance may be modest.

Video editing: This is a strong scenario for this build. The CPU’s multi-core performance, with a PassMark multi-thread score of 58,594, will accelerate timeline scrubbing, effects rendering, and export times. The GPU’s 18 GB of VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for handling 4K footage and effects, though the low benchmark score suggests GPU-accelerated effects may not be as fast as other GPUs.

3D rendering: The CPU is well suited for CPU-based rendering, with its 20 cores and Cinebench R23 score of 35,850. The GPU’s 32.15 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 50 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing, but the low benchmark score indicates that final frame rendering may be slow. Users doing heavy GPU rendering may find the performance lacking.

Software development: The CPU’s high multi-threaded scores, including a PassMark integer math score of 143,242 and data compression score of 665,554, are excellent for compilation, code analysis, and running virtual machines. The GPU is not a factor in most development tasks. This is a highly suitable scenario for this build.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-core performance, with a Geekbench score of 2,713, is more than adequate for productivity applications, web browsing, and document editing. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 EU can drive displays without the discrete GPU, potentially saving power. The GPU’s low benchmark score is irrelevant for office workloads. This build is overkill for basic tasks but will handle them effortlessly.