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Core i5-14600

14 cores · 20 threads · up to 5.2 GHz on FCLGA1700.

3.7 · 16 votes

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Cores
14
Threads
20
Boost
5.2 GHz
L3 cache
24 MB
TDP
65W
Socket
FCLGA1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming22
Productivity21
Single-core23
Multi-core58
Power efficiency19

Lab scores

Performance score22
Cores14
Threads20
Boost clock (GHz)5.2 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

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

1080p48 fps
1440p39 fps
4K26 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Raptor Lake-R
Process node
Intel 7 nm
Socket
FCLGA1700
Release year
2024
Total cores
14
Threads
20
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 770
Clocks & cache
Base clock
2.7 GHz
Boost clock
5.2 GHz
L1 cache
1120 KB
L2 cache
28 MB
L3 cache
24 MB
Memory & platform
Memory support
DDR5-5600
Max capacity
192 GB
Channels
2
Max bandwidth
89.6 GB/s
Base power (TDP)
65W
Max temperature
100°C
PCIe
PCIe 5.0 and 4.0
Launch price
$255
Technologies
Instruction sets
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Extensions
AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, TSX
Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners love the strong multi-core performance for everyday tasks and gaming at a low power draw. The common gripe is the platform cost and that it runs warmer than expected with the stock cooler.

Pros
  • Plays modern games with zero fuss
  • Handles heavy multitasking without stutter
  • Runs cool even under sustained loads
  • Works great with cheaper motherboards
Cons
  • Intel stock cooler is barely adequate
  • Lacks overclocking support entirely
  • Requires motherboard BIOS update often
Verdict

Our verdict on the Core i5-14600

A well-rounded mid-range desktop CPU that balances strong multi-threaded performance with relatively modest power consumption and heat output.

Get it if you need a solid midrange chip for everyday work and gaming that runs cool on the stock cooler. Skip it if you’re building a high-end rig or want the best performance for heavy multitasking.

Buy it if…

  • You need strong single-core speed for gaming without paying for an unlocked chip.
  • You build an office PC that must stay cool and quiet on the stock cooler.
  • You upgrade an older LGA1700 board and want the latest Raptor Lake efficiency.
3.7

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