Intel Core i9-12900K vs Intel Core i9-14900K
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Intel Core i9-12900K and the Intel Core i9-14900K. 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 | 125W |
| Cores | 16 | 24 |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1700 |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 36 MB |
| Threads | 16 | 24 |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz | 6 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Alder Lake | Raptor Lake Refresh |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
Winner: Intel Core i9-14900K — driven by Cores (24), Boost Clock (6 GHz), L3 Cache (36 MB)
Intel Core i9-12900K
0
performance points
Intel Core i9-14900K
10
performance points
Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).
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