Intel Core i5-14400F Processor
10 Cores | 16 Threads | Max. Boost Clock Up To 4.7 GHz | Intel LGA1700 Socket
The budget gaming king of the LGA1700 world. The Core i5-14400F gives you 10 cores (6 P-cores plus 4 E-cores), 16 threads and a 4.7GHz max turbo for not a lot of money.
Pair it with an RTX 5060 or an RX 9060 XT and you've got a seriously capable 1080p/1440p gaming PC that also handles streaming, editing and everyday multitasking smoothly. There's 20MB of Smart Cache on board.
It works with both DDR4 and DDR5 boards, so you can save money with a B760 DDR4 board now. It's efficient and easy to cool too: a decent tower air cooler does the job.
Best for: Budget and mid-range gaming builds, first gaming PCs and value streaming setups.
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: None (graphics card required)
- 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
Does the i5-14400F need a graphics card?
Yes. The 'F' means there are no integrated graphics, so you need a dedicated GPU.
DDR4 or DDR5 for the i5-14400F?
Both work. DDR4 boards save money. DDR5 gives a little extra performance and an easier upgrade path.
Is it good for gaming?
Absolutely. It's one of the best value gaming CPUs out there and won't hold back mid-range GPUs.
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.
What RAM should I use?
Either DDR4 or DDR5, depending on the motherboard you pick. DDR5-6000 is the performance choice, while DDR4-3200 keeps budget builds cheap.
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