The forthcoming Intel 14th gen CPU lineup details are gradually surfacing, offering insights into the Raptor Lake refresh range’s number of cores and clock speeds. The flagship Intel Core i9-14900K (or possibly the Core 9 Ultra 14900K) is expected to boast a boost clock of up to 6GHz, utilizing Intel Thermal Velocity Boost.
This represents an improvement from the Core i9-13900K, which had a boost clock of 5.8GHz. Notably, the 6GHz frequency was previously limited to the special edition Core i9-13900KS, indicating that this clock speed may now be available in the top-end mainstream chip.
Additional information from the leak, courtesy of Benchlife, sheds light on other chips in the lineup. The Core i7-14700K is rumoured to have 20 cores, a step up from the 16 cores found in the Core i7-13700K. Moreover, the Core i7-14700K is reported to have a Turbo Boost Max Technology 3 (TBMT3) clock speed of 5.6GHz, in addition to the standard 5.5GHz P-Core boost clock.
However, the Core i5-14600K is expected to retain the same 14 cores as its predecessor, the Core i5-13600K, comprising six P-Cores and eight E-Cores. The main difference lies in clock speeds, with the P-Core boost speed increasing from 5.1GHz to 5.3GHz. Overclockers may find limited benefit in opting for the Core i5-14600K over the Core i5-13600K, considering the latter could be overclocked to 5.7GHz based on previous tests.
It’s worth noting that Intel has announced its plans to drop the ‘i’ from its Core branding. As a result, these CPUs may be marketed as the Core 7 Ultra 14700K, Core 5 Ultra 14600K, and so on. Intel’s 15th gen Arrow Lake architecture is on the horizon, with rumours indicating a significant performance boost over the Raptor Lake architecture.
Previous information suggests that the Intel 14th-gen socket will be LGA1700, and the new CPUs will support DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Excitingly, they are expected to be compatible with older Z690 and B660 boards through a BIOS update. Further details on the Intel 14th gen release date and specs are yet to be confirmed, but this emerging information is sparking anticipation among tech enthusiasts.
Intel Core I5-14600k Release Date
There has been no official announcement regarding the release date of the Intel Core i5-14600K. However, based on leaks and previous release schedules, our best estimate suggests it could be launched on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Please note that this information is subject to change, and we recommend checking for official updates from Intel for the most accurate release date.
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Intel Core i5-14600K specs
The expected Intel Core i5-14600K specs list is as follows:
| Base P-Core clock speed | 3.5GHz |
| Max boost clock speed | P-Core 5.3GHz, E-Core 4GHz |
| Core | Raptor Lake Refresh |
| Manufacturing process | 10nm (Intel 7) |
| Number of P-Cores | 6 |
| Number of E-Cores | 8 |
| Number of threads | 20 |
| Hyper-Threading | Yes (P-Cores only) |
| L2 cache | 20 MB |
| L3 cache | 24 MB |
| Memory controller | Dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Thermal design power (TDP) | 125 W |
| Features | Turbo Boost 2, FMA3, F16C, SHA, BMI / BMI1 + BMI2, AVX-512, AVX2, AVX, AES, SSE4a, SSE4, SSSE3, SSE3, SSE2, SSE, MMX |
Intel Core i7-14700K specs
The expected Intel Core i7-14700K specs list is as follows:
| Base P-Core clock speed | 3.4GHz |
| Max boost clock speed | P-Core 5.5GHz, E-Core 4.3GHz |
| Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3 (TBMT3) clock speed | 5.6GHz |
| Core | Raptor Lake Refresh |
| Manufacturing process | 10nm (Intel 7) |
| Number of P-Cores | 8 |
| Number of E-Cores | 12 |
| Number of threads | 28 |
| Hyper-Threading | Yes (P-Cores only) |
| L2 cache | 28 MB |
| L3 cache | 33 MB |
| Memory controller | Dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Thermal design power (TDP) | 125 W |
| Features | Turbo Boost 2, FMA3, F16C, SHA, BMI / BMI1 + BMI2, AVX-512, AVX2, AVX, AES, SSE4a, SSE4, SSSE3, SSE3, SSE2, SSE, MMX |
FAQs about Intel 14th Gen Meteor Lake Processors:
Q1: When is the Intel 14th gen expected to be released?
A1: The 14th gen Meteor Lake processors are anticipated to be released in late 2023. Mobile chips are expected to launch in Q2 or Q3 of 2023, while desktop chips will follow in the Fall.
Q2: What are the critical improvements in the Intel 14th gen Meteor Lake chips compared to the previous generation?
A2: The 14th gen Meteor Lake chips offer significant improvements in Instructions Per Cycle (IPC), power efficiency and feature a new socket design. The architecture incorporates Redwood Cove performance and Crestmont efficiency cores, providing enhanced performance over the previous generation.
Q3: What is the manufacturing process for Intel 14th gen Meteor Lake chips?
A3: The upcoming Intel 14th-gen processors will be manufactured using Intel’s 7nm process node, known as ‘Intel 4.’ Meteor Lake chips will be the first product based on this advanced process node.
Q4: What is the core configuration for the top-of-the-line Intel 14th gen Meteor Lake processor?
A4: The high-end 14th gen Meteor Lake processor is rumoured to feature six Redwood Cove performance cores and 16 Crestmont efficiency cores, resulting in 24 threads. Despite the reduced core count compared to the Raptor Lake Core i9 13900K, IPC improvements in the upcoming generation are expected to compensate for it.
Q5: What socket will be used for Intel 14th gen Meteor Lake processors?
A5: The 14th gen processors are expected to utilize the LGA 1851 socket, a departure from the LGA 1700 socket used by Alder Lake and Raptor Lake chips. This new socket design will accommodate the updated architecture and improved performance of the Meteor Lake chips.
Q6: How will Intel’s 14th-gen Meteor Lake chips impact the competition with AMD?
A6: If Intel successfully addresses the issues in Raptor Lake chips with their 14th gen Meteor Lake lineup, it could present a significant challenge for AMD. However, AMD’s 3D V-cache chips also show potential, and they might surprise PC enthusiasts with their performance.
Q7: What is the anticipated power efficiency of Intel 14th gen Meteor Lake chips?
A7: Intel aims to improve the power efficiency issues faced by current-gen chips, such as the Core i9 13900K, with the Meteor Lake lineup. While the 13900K can draw over 250W of power, the upcoming 14th gen chips are expected to require less power, making them more efficient.
