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Core i5-14400

10 cores · 16 threads · up to 4.7 GHz on FCLGA1700.

4 · 63 votes

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Cores
10
Threads
16
Boost
4.7 GHz
L3 cache
20 MB
TDP
65W
Socket
FCLGA1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming15
Productivity14
Single-core15
Multi-core42
Power efficiency13

Lab scores

Performance score15
Cores10
Threads16
Boost clock (GHz)4.7 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p33 fps
1440p26 fps
4K18 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Raptor Lake-R
Process node
Intel 7 nm
Socket
FCLGA1700
Release year
2024
Total cores
10
Threads
16
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 730
Clocks & cache
Base clock
2.5 GHz
Boost clock
4.7 GHz
L1 cache
800 KB
L2 cache
12.5 MB
L3 cache
20 MB
Memory & platform
Memory support
DDR5-4800
Max capacity
192 GB
Channels
2
Max bandwidth
76.8 GB/s
Base power (TDP)
65W
Max temperature
100°C
PCIe
PCIe 5.0 and 4.0
Launch price
$221
Technologies
Instruction sets
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Extensions
AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, TSX
Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners say it's a solid all-rounder that handles gaming and daily tasks without breaking a sweat or the bank. The main complaint is that it's just a minor refresh, not a real step forward from last gen.

Pros
  • Sips power, stays whisper quiet
  • Handles daily tasks without breaking a sweat
  • Gets you solid gaming for the price
  • Plays nice with older motherboards
Cons
  • Still just Raptor Lake architecture
  • No overclocking support at all
  • Thermal paste, not soldered IHS
Verdict

Our verdict on the Core i5-14400

Intel's Core i5-14400 is a solid midrange chip that offers reliable performance for everyday work and gaming but is essentially a rehash of last year's model with no generational gains.

Get it if you want solid everyday performance without the heat or noise of pricier chips. Skip it if you need top-tier gaming speed or heavy multitasking—the extra cores of a higher-tier CPU will serve you better.

Buy it if…

  • Buy it if you need a solid upgrade for an existing LGA1700 board.
  • Buy it if you want reliable performance for a family or office PC.
  • Buy it if you prefer a mainstream chip that runs cool and quiet.
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