Intel Core i9-12900K VS Intel Core i9-14900K
intel
Brand16/24
Cores/Threads3.2GHz
Base Clock125W
TDPIntel Core i9-12900K
intel
Brand24/32
Cores/Threads3.2GHz
Base Clock125W
TDPIntel Core i9-14900K
Intel Core i9-12900K
Intel Core i9-12900K
$409.95 • Nov 2021
Intel Core i9-14900K
$589 • Oct 2023
Intel Core i9-14900K
Specs Comparison
| Specification | Intel Core i9-12900K | Intel Core i9-14900K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 16 | 24 |
| Threads | 24 | 32 |
| Hybrid Cores | P-Cores: 8, E-Cores: 8 | P-Cores: 8, E-Cores: 16 |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz | 6.0 GHz |
| Multiplier Unlocked | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Multiplier | 32 X | 32 X |
| TDP | 125 W | 125 W |
| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |
| Cache L1 | 80 KB | 80 KB |
| Cache L2 | 1.25 MB | 2.00 MB |
| Cache L3 | 30.00 MB | 36.00 MB |
| Integrated GPU | UHD Graphics 770 | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Architecture | Core i9 (Alder Lake-S) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |
| Process Size | 10nm | 10nm |
| Socket | intel socket 1700 | intel socket 1700 |
| Foundry | Intel | Intel |
| Die Size | 215 mm² | 257 mm² |
| PCI Express | Gen 5, 20 Lanes(CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes(CPU only) |
| Transistors | N/A | N/A |
| Max Temperature | 100°C | 100°C |
Comparison in Tools
Cinebench R23
Industry-leading 3D rendering benchmark that measures real-world CPU processing power and performance
Single Core Performance
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Multi Core Performance
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Geekbench 5
Popular cross-platform CPU benchmark measuring single and multi-core performance in real-world tasks
Single Core Performance
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Multi Core Performance
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PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark is a popular synthetic benchmark that scores overall CPU performance (higher is better).
Overall CPU Score
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Blender Benchmark
Measures CPU rendering speed in Blender, reported in frames per second (FPS). Higher FPS means faster completion of 3D rendering tasks.
Blender FPS
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Comparison in Games (159 benchmarks)
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta
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It's a Tie!
Based on 159 benchmarks across 132 games
Intel Core i9-12900K
INTEL • 16/24 • 3.2GHz
Intel Core i9-14900K
INTEL • 24/32 • 3.2GHz
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