Overview Summary
The Intel Core i5-14600K is a powerful 14th Gen desktop processor built for gamers, creators and professionals who need fast, responsive performance. Featuring 14 cores, 20 threads and boost speeds up to 5.3GHz, it delivers excellent multitasking capability while supporting both DDR4 and DDR5 memory for flexible system builds. Buy now for a reliable upgrade or shop now to build a high-performance desktop PC.
With Intel UHD Graphics 770 built in, PCIe 5.0 support and the LGA1700 platform, the Core i5-14600K is well suited for modern gaming systems, productivity workstations and everyday computing. Its combination of performance and efficiency makes it an excellent choice for users looking for long-term value and fast application performance.
Performance tier: High-performance mainstream
Uses: Gaming PCs, content creation, video editing, streaming, productivity, multitasking, software development, workstation builds Overview
Intel Core i5-14600K 14th Gen Desktop Processor - 14 Cores, Up to 5.3GHz
Upgrade your desktop with the Intel Core i5-14600K 14th Gen processor, engineered to deliver exceptional performance for gaming, content creation, productivity, and demanding multitasking. Built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture and Intel 7 process technology, this unlocked desktop processor combines six high-performance cores with eight efficient cores to intelligently handle modern workloads. With turbo speeds of up to 5.3GHz, support for both DDR5 and DDR4 memory, PCIe 5.0 compatibility, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770, it provides an ideal balance of speed, efficiency, and flexibility for enthusiasts and professionals.
Description
The Intel Core i5-14600K is designed for users who need outstanding desktop performance without compromise. Its hybrid core architecture intelligently distributes workloads between Performance-cores and Efficient-cores, delivering responsive gaming, faster content creation, smoother streaming, and improved productivity. Whether you are building a high-performance gaming PC, upgrading a workstation, or assembling a powerful home desktop, the Intel Core i5-14600K provides excellent processing power while supporting the latest memory and expansion technologies. Part Number BX8071514600K-CA makes it easy to identify this specific retail processor when purchasing or upgrading.
Features
Performance Highlights
The Intel Core i5-14600K delivers a total of 14 cores and 20 processing threads, enabling impressive multitasking and application performance. The six Performance-cores accelerate demanding workloads, while the eight Efficient-cores improve background task management and overall system responsiveness.
With a maximum turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 24MB Intel Smart Cache, applications load quickly, games run smoothly, and creative software benefits from fast processing speeds.
Key Technical Details
- Processor: Intel Core i5-14600K
- Part Number / SKU: BX8071514600K-CA
- Processor generation: Intel Core 14th Gen
- Architecture: Raptor Lake
- Socket: LGA 1700 (FCLGA1700)
- Manufacturing process: Intel 7
- Total cores: 14
- Performance-cores: 6
- Efficient-cores: 8
- Total threads: 20
- Maximum Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.3GHz
- Performance-core base frequency: 3.5GHz
- Efficient-core base frequency: 2.6GHz
- Intel Smart Cache: 24MB
- Total L2 Cache: 20MB
- Processor Base Power: 125W
- Maximum Turbo Power: 181W
Memory and Expansion Support
Built for modern desktop systems, the processor supports both next-generation DDR5 memory and DDR4, giving builders greater flexibility when selecting compatible components. PCI Express 5.0 support also provides excellent bandwidth for high-speed graphics cards and storage devices.
Memory support includes:
- Up to 192GB maximum memory capacity
- DDR5 memory up to 5600 MT/s
- DDR4 memory up to 3200 MT/s
- Dual-channel memory architecture
- Maximum memory bandwidth of 89.6GB/s
- ECC memory support
Expansion capabilities include:
- PCI Express 5.0 and PCI Express 4.0 support
- Up to 20 PCIe lanes
- PCIe configurations up to 1x16+4 or 2x8+4
- DMI 4.0 connectivity
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 enables everyday graphics performance without requiring a dedicated graphics card, making it suitable for office work, media playback, troubleshooting, and light graphics workloads.
Graphics capabilities include:
- Intel UHD Graphics 770
- 32 execution units
- Graphics frequency up to 1.55GHz
- HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a and eDP 1.4b support
- Support for up to four displays
- Maximum DisplayPort resolution of 7680 x 4320 at 60Hz
- Maximum HDMI resolution of 4096 x 2160 at 60Hz
- Intel Quick Sync Video
- DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.5 and OpenCL 3 support
Advanced Intel Technologies
The Intel Core i5-14600K incorporates advanced technologies that enhance performance, efficiency, virtualization, and AI-assisted workloads.
These include:
- Intel Thread Director
- Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
- Intel Hyper-Threading Technology
- Intel Gaussian and Neural Accelerator 3
- Intel Deep Learning Boost
- Intel Speed Shift Technology
- Intel SpeedStep Technology
- Intel Volume Management Device
- Intel 64 architecture
Security and Virtualization
Designed for modern computing environments, the processor includes several hardware-based security and virtualization technologies to improve protection and virtualization performance.
Supported technologies include:
- Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
- Intel VT-d
- Extended Page Tables (EPT)
- Intel AES New Instructions
- Intel Boot Guard
- Intel OS Guard
- Execute Disable Bit
- Intel Control-Flow Enforcement Technology
- Secure Key
- Mode-based Execute Control
Ideal Applications
The Intel Core i5-14600K is an excellent choice for users building high-performance desktop PCs capable of handling modern workloads with ease.
Suitable for:
- High-performance gaming
- Video editing
- Streaming
- Content creation
- 3D design
- Productivity applications
- Software development
- Workstations
- Everyday desktop computing
Specifications
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Specifications |
| Product Code | BX8071514600K-CA |
| Essentials |
| Product Collection | Intel Core i5 Processors (14th gen) |
| Code Name | Products formerly RAPTOR LAKE |
| Vertical Segment | Desktop |
| Processor Number | i5-14600K |
| Lithography | Intel 7 |
| Use Conditions | PC/Client/Tablet, Workstation |
| CPU Specifications |
| Total Cores | 14 |
| # of Performance-cores | 6 |
| # of Efficient-cores | 8 |
| Total Threads | 20 |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 5.3 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5.3 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4 GHz |
| Performance-core Base Frequency | 3.5 GHz |
| Efficient-core Base Frequency | 2.6 GHz |
| Cache | 24 MB Intel Smart Cache |
| Total L2 Cache | 20 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 125 W |
| Maximum Turbo Power | 181 W |
| Supplemental Information |
| Marketing Status | Launched |
| Launch Date | Q4'23 |
| Embedded Options Available | No |
| Memory Specifications |
| Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type) | 192 GB |
| Memory Types | Up to DDR5 5600 MT/s |
| Up to DDR4 3200 MT/s |
| Max # of Memory Channels | 2 |
| Max Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Supported | Yes |
| GPU Specifications |
| Processor Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Graphics Base Frequency | 300 MHz |
| Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency | 1.55 GHz |
| Graphics Output | eDP 1.4b, DP 1.4a, HDMI 2.1 |
| Execution Units | 32 |
| Max Resolution (HDMI) | 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz |
| Max Resolution (DP) | 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz |
| Max Resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel) | 5120 x 3200 @ 120Hz |
| DirectX* Support | 12 |
| OpenGL* Support | 4.5 |
| OpenCL* Support | 3 |
| Multi-Format Codec Engines | 2 |
| Intel Quick Sync Video | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video HD Technology | Yes |
| # of Displays Supported | 4 |
| Device ID | 0xA780 |
| Expansion Options |
| Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision | 4 |
| Max # of DMI Lanes | 8 |
| Scalability | 1S Only |
| PCI Express Revision | 5.0 and 4.0 |
| PCI Express Configurations | Up to 1x16+4, 2x8+4 |
| Max # of PCI Express Lanes | 20 |
| Package Specifications |
| Sockets Supported | FCLGA1700 |
| Max CPU Configuration | 1 |
| Thermal Solution Specification | PCG 2020A |
| TJUNCTION | 100degreesC |
| Package Size | 45.0 mm x 37.5 mm |
| Advanced Technologies |
| Intel Gaussian & Neural Accelerator | 3 |
| Intel Thread Director | Yes |
| Intel Deep Learning Boost (Intel DL Boost) on CPU | Yes |
| Intel Speed Shift Technology | Yes |
| Intel Turbo Boost Technology | 2 |
| Intel Hyper-Threading Technology | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| Instruction Set Extensions | Intel SSE4.1, Intel SSE4.2, Intel AVX2 |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Intel Volume Management Device (VMD) | Yes |
| Security & Reliability |
| Intel Standard Manageability (ISM) | Yes |
| Intel Control-Flow Enforcement Technology | Yes |
| Intel AES New Instructions | Yes |
| Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel OS Guard | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Intel Boot Guard | Yes |
| Mode-based Execute Control (MBEC) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |