14-Core Hybrid Performance
With 14 cores and 20 threads, the Core i5-14600K is designed for strong gaming performance and excellent multi-threaded speed for its tier.
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Core i5-14600K
14-core hybrid unlocked desktop processor for mainstream enthusiasts. It is widely praised for strong gaming performance and excellent multi-threaded speed for its tier.
General Information
BrandIntel
NameCore i5-14600K
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Product Highlights
Unlocked for Overclocking
Unlocked multiplier support allows compatible systems to tune processor performance beyond stock settings.
Modern Platform Support
The LGA1700 processor supports DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200 memory along with PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 connectivity.
The Intel Core i5-14600K is an unlocked LGA1700 desktop processor based on Raptor Lake Refresh, featuring 14 cores, 20 threads, boost speeds up to 5.3 GHz, integrated graphics, and support for DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200 memory.
Media Reviews
PCMag3.5/5
The processor is near-identical to its predecessor, the Core i5-13600K, offering little reason to purchase it if the older model is available for less.
PC Gamer80/100
While it remains a great mid-range value pick, it is harder to recommend than the 13600K because it is essentially a slightly more expensive version of that chip.
Vivid Repairs8.5/10
Considered one of the best mid-range CPUs for gaming and productivity, though it loses points for power efficiency and platform longevity compared to AMD's AM5 offerings.
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Raptor Lake Refresh | |
| Base Clock Speed | 3.5 GHz | GHz |
| Cache Size | 24 MB | MB |
| Core Count | 14 cores | cores |
| Cpu Socket | LGA1700 | |
| Included Cooler | No | |
| Integrated Graphics | Yes | |
| Launch Date | Q4 2023 (Oct 17, 2023) | |
| Manufacturing Process | 7 nm | |
| Max Boost Clock Speed | 5.3 GHz | GHz |
| Memory Support | DDR5-5600 MT/s or DDR4-3200 MT/s | |
| Overclocking Support | Yes | |
| Pci Express Version | PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 | |
| Thermal Design Power | 181 W | W |
| Thread Count | 20 threads | threads |
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