Intel Core i5-14600K Processor
14 Cores | 20 Threads | Max. Boost Clock Up To 5.3 GHz | Intel LGA1700 Socket
The gamer's i5. The Core i5-14600K brings 14 cores (6 P-cores plus 8 E-cores), 20 threads and a 5.3GHz max turbo. That's enough to drive high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming without breaking a sweat.
The 8 E-cores make it far stronger at multitasking than a typical 6-core chip. Streaming, Discord, browser tabs and a game all at once? Easy. It's also unlocked, so tuners can push it further on a Z790 board.
It has 24MB of Smart Cache and UHD Graphics 770 with Quick Sync. For a high-performance gaming rig that doesn't cost i7 money, this is the sweet spot.
Best for: High-refresh gaming, gaming plus streaming, and mid-range creator builds.
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: 14 (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores)
Threads: 20
Base clock: 3.5 GHz (P-core)
Max boost clock: up to 5.3 GHz
Cache: 24 MB Intel Smart Cache
Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 770
Memory support: DDR5 up to 5600 MT/s, DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s
PCIe: PCIe 5.0 and 4.0
Power: 125W base, 181W max turbo
Unlocked for overclocking: Yes
Frequently asked questions
Which cooler does the i5-14600K need?
A solid dual-tower air cooler or a 240mm AIO. It can draw up to 181W under full load, and there's no cooler in the box.
i5-14600K or i5-14400F?
The 14600K has more and faster cores, is unlocked and has an iGPU. It's noticeably faster in games and multitasking. The 14400F is the budget pick.
Do I need a Z790 board?
Only to overclock. A B760 board runs it fine at stock speeds.
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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