Intel Core i5-14400 Processor
10 Cores | 16 Threads | Max. Boost Clock Up To 4.7 GHz | Intel LGA1700 Socket
Ten cores and a built-in GPU, aka the 'no graphics card yet' starter pack. The Core i5-14400 has 10 cores (6 P-cores plus 4 E-cores), 16 threads, a 4.7GHz max turbo and Intel UHD Graphics 730.
It's a great pick for home offices, students and creators who want a fast, responsive PC today, with the option to drop in a gaming GPU later. Quick Sync also gives video editors a nice speed boost.
There's 20MB of Smart Cache, it supports DDR4 or DDR5, and it runs at a 65W base power. It's efficient, quiet and easy to build around.
Best for: Office and study PCs, workstations without a GPU, and gaming builds that plan to add a graphics card later.
Platform and compatibility
It uses the Intel LGA1700 socket and works with H610, B660, B760, H670, Z690, H770 or Z790 motherboards. LGA1700 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 boards, so you can build cheap now or go all-in on DDR5.
Key specifications
Brand: Intel
Series: Intel Core i5 (14th Gen)
Architecture: Raptor Lake Refresh (14th Gen)
Socket: Intel LGA1700
Cores: 10 (6 P-cores + 4 E-cores)
Threads: 16
Base clock: 2.5 GHz (P-core)
Max boost clock: up to 4.7 GHz
Cache: 20 MB Intel Smart Cache
Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 730
Memory support: DDR5 up to 4800 MT/s, DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s
PCIe: PCIe 5.0 and 4.0
Power: 65W base, 148W max turbo
Unlocked for overclocking: No
Frequently asked questions
Can the i5-14400 run without a graphics card?
Yes. UHD Graphics 730 handles displays, 4K video and office work. Add a GPU for gaming.
i5-14400 or i5-14400F?
Same CPU performance. The non-F adds integrated graphics and Quick Sync, while the F is cheaper but needs a GPU.
What RAM should I buy?
DDR4-3200 or DDR5-4800 and above, depending on your motherboard. 16GB is the minimum and 32GB is ideal.
Which motherboard is compatible?
Any LGA1700 board: H610, B660, B760, Z690 or Z790. 600-series boards may need a BIOS update for 13th and 14th Gen chips. Pick a DDR4 or a DDR5 board. They aren't interchangeable.
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