Intel Core i7-14700K vs Intel Core i9-12900
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Intel Core i7-14700K and the Intel Core i9-12900. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu / processor is right for your build.
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| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 125W | 65W |
| Cores | 20 | 16 |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1700 |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB | 30 MB |
| Threads | 20 | 16 |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.6 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Raptor Lake Refresh | Alder Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
Winner: Intel Core i7-14700K — driven by Cores (20), Boost Clock (5.6 GHz), L3 Cache (33 MB)
Intel Core i7-14700K
11
performance points
Intel Core i9-12900
1
performance point
Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).
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