Intel Core i5-14600KF Photo Editing PC – Built in the UK
The Performance Photography Computer V2 is a 14-core photo and video editing PC for Lightroom, Photoshop, and large RAW libraries.
The Performance Photography Computer V2 is an Intel Core i5-14600KF photo editing PC built for fast, smooth work in Lightroom, Photoshop and other creative applications. Its fourteen-core, twenty-thread Intel Core i5-14600KF powers quick imports, batch edits and exports, while 32GB of dual-channel DDR5 memory keeps large RAW files and layered documents responsive.
With a three-drive storage layout, a dedicated NVIDIA RTX 5050 for GPU-accelerated editing and a quiet, understated black chassis, this Intel Core i5-14600KF photo editing PC is built to sit comfortably in a studio or home workspace.
Three-Drive Storage – Fast Working Space and Room to Archive
Storage is configured the way photographers actually work. A 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive holds Windows 11 and your applications for fast start-up and snappy launches, a second 2TB NVMe drive gives you fast working space for active catalogues, scratch files and current projects, and a 4TB Seagate BarraCuda hard drive provides spacious, cost-effective archive storage for your photo library and backups. Both NVMe drives run at full PCIe 4.0 speed on this board, and there is room to add more drives as your library grows. The whole system is covered by a 3-year warranty.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB – GPU-Accelerated Editing
Graphics are handled by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB, built on NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture with 5th-generation Tensor cores. In photo editing it accelerates GPU-assisted tasks such as Lightroom’s AI Denoise and Photoshop’s neural filters and GPU-accelerated effects, and its 8GB of GDDR6 memory comfortably handles high-resolution RAW files and large layered documents.
The card also drives multiple high-resolution monitors and can play modern games at 1080p with DLSS 4 when work is done. For heavy 4K or 8K video editing and large 3D rendering, a system with a higher-tier graphics card and more VRAM would be a better fit.
Be Quiet! Pure Base 500 – Quiet Black Chassis
The Performance Photography Computer V2 is built in the Be Quiet! Pure Base 500 in black, a refined ATX mid-tower designed around silent operation. Sound-dampening insulation on the front, sides and top, together with two quiet Pure Wings 2 140mm fans, keep noise to a minimum, which matters when you are concentrating on detailed editing or recording audio nearby.
The clean, understated design with no RGB lighting suits a professional studio or home office, and there is generous room inside for additional drives and cooling.
2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth & 7.1 Audio
Connectivity comes from the ASUS TUF Gaming B760-PLUS WIFI motherboard. Wired networking runs over 2.5G Ethernet, useful for fast transfers to and from network-attached storage and backup drives, while built-in Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 cover wireless networking and accessories. A generous set of USB ports, including rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB-C, makes connecting card readers, external drives and tablets straightforward, and the board provides 7.1-channel high-definition audio.
Ideal for
- Photo editing in Lightroom, Photoshop and Capture One
- Working with large RAW files and layered documents
- Fast batch imports, edits and exports
- Large photo libraries with fast working space and archive storage
- A quiet studio or home-office workstation
With fourteen cores, 32GB of DDR5, a three-drive storage layout and GPU-accelerated editing, the Performance Photography Computer V2 is a well-balanced Intel Core i5-14600KF photo editing PC for photographers and creators who want fast, dependable performance without overspending. It handles everyday photo workflows with ease and leaves clear room to add storage and memory as your library grows.
Built and tested in the UK by Punch Technology, every system comes with a 3-year parts and labour warranty and next‑day delivery to UK mainland addresses, backed by over 30 years of PC building experience and our status as an AMD Elite System Builder.
Full Specification
| Processor | |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-14600KF |
| Cores / Threads | 14 Cores (6P + 8E) / 20 Threads |
| Frequency | P-core Base 3.5GHz / Max Turbo 5.3GHz |
| Cache | 20MB L2 / 24MB L3 |
| CPU Cooler | Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Mini (air-cooled, rated to 230W) |
| Memory & Storage | |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 5600MHz |
| Configuration | Dual Channel – 2 x 16GB |
| Max Supported | 192GB (4 x DIMM slots, 2 used) |
| Primary SSD | 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD (PCIe 4.0, up to 6000MB/s Read / 4000MB/s Write) |
| Secondary SSD | 2TB NVMe M.2 SSD (up to 5000MB/s Read / 4200MB/s Write) |
| Hard Drive | 4TB Seagate BarraCuda 3.5″ HDD |
| Optical Drive | None |
| Graphics & Display | |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 |
| Display Outputs | 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b & 1 x HDMI 2.1b (up to 4 monitors; exact layout may vary by card) |
| Motherboard & Connectivity | |
| Motherboard | ASUS TUF Gaming B760-PLUS WIFI DDR5 (ATX) |
| Chipset | Intel B760 |
| Wired Networking | 2.5G Ethernet (Realtek 2.5GbE) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) – Built-in, Dual-band (2.4GHz / 5GHz) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Audio | 7.1 HD Audio (Realtek, with optical S/PDIF) |
| Rear & Front I/O (Input/Output) | |
| Rear Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1 x USB 2.0, RJ-45 2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi antenna, audio jacks + optical S/PDIF |
| Front/Top Case Ports | 2 x USB 3.0, headphone, microphone |
| Motherboard Video (Disabled) | HDMI & DisplayPort – disabled (Core i5-14600KF has no integrated graphics; use the RTX 5050 outputs) |
| Expansion & Internal Slots | |
| PCIe Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (GPU installed), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 @x4 (free), 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 (free) |
| Storage Expansion | 3 x M.2 (2 used PCIe 4.0, 1 free), 4 x SATA 6Gb/s (1 used by HDD, 3 free) |
| Power, Case & Cooling | |
| Power Supply | Contour 650W High Efficiency ATX |
| Chassis | Be Quiet! Pure Base 500 ATX Mid-Tower – Black |
| Fans | 2 x Pure Wings 2 140mm (front + rear) |
| Liquid Cooling | None (air-cooled – Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Mini) |
| Dimensions | 45.0 x 23.2 x 46.3 cm (L x W x H) |
| Software & Support | |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 11 Home 64-bit (genuine, pre-installed) |
| Input Devices | No keyboard or mouse included |
| Warranty Cover | 3 Years, Parts & Labour |
| First Year | Free returns on warranty claims |
Soundproofing on the inside of the chassis
14th Generation Processor
ASUS TUF Gaming B760-Plus WIFI
What is the Performance Photography Computer V2 best for?
The Performance Photography Computer V2 is primarily a photo-editing workstation, built for fast, smooth work across the main creative applications. Its fourteen-core Intel Core i5-14600KF and 32GB of DDR5 make light work of Adobe Lightroom Classic and Photoshop, handling large RAW catalogues, batch imports and exports, and heavily layered documents without slowing down. Capture One, DxO PhotoLab, ON1 Photo RAW and Affinity Photo all run smoothly too.
GPU-accelerated features such as Lightroom’s AI Denoise, DxO DeepPRIME and Photoshop’s neural filters benefit from the RTX 5050’s Tensor cores, and the three-drive storage layout keeps active projects on fast NVMe storage while archiving finished work to the 4TB hard drive. The system is also capable for 1080p video editing in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve and for general content creation. For demanding 4K and 8K video editing, large 3D rendering or AI workloads that need more VRAM, a system with a higher-tier graphics card would be the better choice.
Where does the Performance Photography Computer V2 sit in the range?
The Performance Photography Computer V2 sits in the mid-range of Punch Technology’s creator and photography systems, balancing a strong multi-core processor and generous storage with an efficient graphics card. Photographers who also do heavy 4K video work or 3D rendering can step up to a system with more VRAM and a higher-tier GPU. For photo editing, large libraries and everyday creative multitasking, this system delivers dependable performance and excellent value.
Frequently Asked Questions
What software does the Performance Photography Computer V2 run?
The Performance Photography Computer V2 runs the full range of photo-editing and creative software. Adobe Lightroom Classic and Photoshop run smoothly with large RAW files and layered documents, and Capture One, DxO PhotoLab, ON1 Photo RAW and Affinity Photo all perform well. GPU-accelerated tasks such as Lightroom AI Denoise, DxO DeepPRIME and Photoshop neural filters are accelerated by the RTX 5050. It also handles 1080p video editing in Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, and everyday productivity software, comfortably.
Is the RTX 5050 good for photo editing?
Yes. For photo editing, the NVIDIA RTX 5050 8GB accelerates GPU-assisted features in Lightroom, Photoshop and DxO PhotoLab, including AI noise reduction, and comfortably drives high-resolution and multi-monitor setups. Its 8GB of memory is well suited to high-resolution RAW work. For heavy 4K or 8K video editing and large 3D or AI workloads, a card with more VRAM would offer more headroom.
How is the storage configured?
The Performance Photography Computer V2 uses a three-drive layout designed for photographers: a 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive for Windows and applications, a 2TB NVMe drive for fast working space and active catalogues, and a 4TB Seagate BarraCuda hard drive for archiving your photo library and backups. There is room to add further drives as your collection grows, and we can configure the storage differently before the system is built.
Does this PC come with a keyboard and mouse?
No, the Performance Photography Computer V2 is supplied as a desktop tower without a keyboard or mouse, so you can pair it with your own preferred peripherals. Windows 11 Home is genuine and pre-installed, ready to set up on first boot.
Who is this PC best suited for?
The Performance Photography Computer V2 is best suited to photographers and content creators who want fast, dependable performance in Lightroom, Photoshop and similar applications, with plenty of storage for large RAW libraries, all in a quiet, professional chassis. It also doubles as a capable everyday computer and a 1080p gaming PC. Photographers doing heavy 4K video or 3D work should consider a system with a higher-tier GPU and more VRAM.
Can this PC be configured with different components?
Yes. Like all Punch Technology systems the Performance Photography Computer V2 is configurable, so memory, storage, the graphics card and other components can be adjusted to suit your workflow and budget before it is built. Every system is then assembled and tested in the UK before dispatch.
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