Description
The Intel Core i9-14900KF is one of Intel’s highest-end desktop CPUs released in Q4 2023. Built on the Raptor Lake architecture (often called “Raptor Lake-Refresh” or 14th Gen Intel Core), it combines a hybrid core design: powerful Performance-cores (P-cores) for single-threaded / high-frequency tasks like gaming, and Efficient-cores (E-cores) to handle background work and improve multithreading throughput. Because it lacks integrated graphics (that’s the “-F” in “KF”), any graphics output depends on having a discrete GPU. This chip excels in situations where raw CPU power matters — high FPS gaming (paired with a good GPU), video editing, rendering, streaming, heavy multitasking, and productivity applications. But to take full advantage, you’ll need good cooling (the power consumption at turbo loads is substantial), and a supporting motherboard (socket LGA 1700) with compatible power delivery. In short: it’s a CPU for enthusiasts who want near top-tier performance on a desktop and are willing to invest in the supporting hardware (motherboard, cooling, discrete graphics). ⚙️ Full Specifications Spec Details Cores / Threads 24 cores total: 8 Performance cores + 16 Efficient cores → 32 threads of execution. Base Frequencies P-cores base: 3.2 GHz ; E-cores base: 2.4 GHz Max Turbo Frequencies • Max (Thermal Velocity Boost): up to 6.00 GHz • Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0: ~ 5.8 GHz • P-core max turbo: ~ 5.6 GHz ; E-core max turbo: ~ 4.4 GHz Cache L2 cache total: 32 MB ; Smart Cache (L3): 36 MB Power • Base (Processor Base Power): 125 W • Maximum Turbo Power (when under full load): 253 W Memory Support • Up to 192 GB • Supports DDR5-5600 MT/s and DDR4-3200 MT/s memory types • Dual-channel memory architecture (2 channels) PCI-Express & Expansion • PCIe versions: 5.0 & 4.0 • Up to 20 PCIe lanes available for expansion (graphics / NVMe etc.) Socket LGA 1700 (FCLGA1700) Thermal / Operating • Maximum junction temp: 100 °C • Requires a strong cooling solution under load, especially for maintaining high turbo frequencies; good airflow / high-end air or liquid cooling recommended. Other Features • Unlocked multiplier (“K”) for overclocking • No integrated graphics (“F”) — needs discrete GPU for any display output • Full 14th generation Intel improvements and features (improved boosting, power efficiency etc.) • Works with motherboards using the Intel 600-series or 700-series chipsets (with potentially updated BIOS)
