CPU · Intel

Intel Core i5-14600K

Current productReleased 2023

Intel Core i5-14600K is a 14-core, 20-thread LGA1700 processor with a 5.3 GHz boost clock and a 181 W peak package draw.

Key fit specifications
Socket: LGA1700 · Cores: 14 · Threads: 20
Good fit for
Mainstream gaming at 1440p and above, where the graphics card does the work
Know before buying
No cooler in the box — budget for one rated above 181 W

Best available price

$259.99

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Price history$260 now · $250 observed low · 118 observations Authorized live dataView chart +
Price position
Inside typical range
Current percentile
59th of 118
Observed trend
Falling -13.2%
Typical range
$250–$288
2026-08-262026-10-07
Observed low
$250
Median
$250
Observed high
$288
Dispersion
15.2% IQR / median

Orange marks the current item price; the grey band is the middle 50% of observations and the dashed line is the median. Every point comes from authorized retailer observations.

Key specifications

The values most likely to affect compatibility and comparison.

Socket
LGA1700
Cores
14
Threads
20
Base clock
3.5 GHz
More specifications (8)Open +
Boost clock
5.3 GHz
TDP
125 W
Peak package power
181 W
Memory support
DDR4, DDR5
Rated memory speed
5600 MT/s
Integrated graphics
Yes
Cooler in box
No
Launch year
2023

Compatible parts

Parts in the current catalog that can be paired with this model.

  • Motherboard5 of 35 compatibleReview +

    Works with ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II, ASUS TUF Gaming B760-Plus WiFi, Gigabyte B760M DS3H AX and 2 more.

    Intel Core i5-14600K uses socket LGA1700 but ASRock B650M Pro RS WiFi provides socket AM5.

    Intel Core i5-14600K uses socket LGA1700 but ASRock B860 Steel Legend WiFi provides socket LGA1851.

    Intel Core i5-14600K uses socket LGA1700 but ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi provides socket AM5.

  • CPU cooler36 of 37 compatibleReview +

    Works with ARCTIC Freezer 36 Black, ARCTIC Freezer i35, ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 240 A-RGB and 33 more.

    ARCTIC Freezer i35 is rated for 150 W but Intel Core i5-14600K peaks at 181 W. Expect thermal throttling in sustained all-core work.

    be quiet! Dark Rock Slim is rated for 180 W but Intel Core i5-14600K peaks at 181 W. Expect thermal throttling in sustained all-core work.

    be quiet! Pure Rock 2 Black is rated for 150 W but Intel Core i5-14600K peaks at 181 W. Expect thermal throttling in sustained all-core work.

    ARCTIC Freezer A35 supports AM5, AM4 and has no LGA1700 bracket.

Exact models and identifiers1 exact configuration · useful when checking a store listingOpen +
ConfigurationExact identityOffersBest known total
Default configurationDefault family configuration
MPN BX8071514600KModel key Core i5-14600K
1$260
Source details15 field-level source claims, retrieval dates and confidence valuesOpen +
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