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.
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.
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
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:
Expansion capabilities include:
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:
Advanced Intel Technologies
The Intel Core i5-14600K incorporates advanced technologies that enhance performance, efficiency, virtualization, and AI-assisted workloads.
These include:
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:
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:
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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 |
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