INTEL Core i7 14700F 14th Generation Processor ( 5.4 GHz / 20 Cores / 28 Threads )

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a 14th Generation desktop processor built on Intel's Intel 7 lithography node. It features a hybrid architecture combining 8 Performance-cores (P-cores) and 12 Efficient-cores (E-cores) for a total of 20 cores and 28 threads. Intel Hyper-Threading Technology is active on the P-cores, while E-cores handle lighter background workloads to keep the system responsive during multitasking. The P-cores reach a maximum turbo frequency of 5.3 GHz, while the overall platform Max Turbo Frequency hits 5.4 GHz via Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0. The E-cores boost up to 4.2 GHz. Base frequencies are 2.1 GHz for P-cores and 1.5 GHz for E-cores. The processor carries 33 MB of Intel Smart Cache (L3) and 28 MB of total L2 cache, giving it ample die storage to feed both core clusters with minimal latency. Memory support is broad: the i7-14700F is compatible with both DDR4 (up to 3200 MT/s) and DDR5 (up to 5600 MT/s) in a dual-channel configuration, with a maximum addressable memory of 192 GB and peak bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The processor slots into the FCLGA1700 socket and is compatible with Intel 600- and 700-series motherboards, giving builders flexibility in platform choice. For expansion, PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 lanes are available, supporting up to 20 PCIe lanes in configurations such as 1×16+4 or 2×8+4. The DMI 4 interface with 8 lanes connects the CPU to the chipset. The Processor Base Power (PBP) is 65 W, while Maximum Turbo Power (MTP) reaches 219 W under sustained peak loads. The thermal junction maximum is 100 °C. Notably, the i7-14700F carries no integrated graphics — a discrete GPU is required. The package includes a Laminar RM1 cooler. Advanced platform features include Intel Thread Director for OS-level workload scheduling, Intel Gaussian & Neural Accelerator 3.0 (GNA 3.0) for AI inference offload, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost), and Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology for dynamic power management. Instruction set extensions cover SSE4.1, SSE4.2, and AVX2, enabling acceleration for scientific, media encoding, and AI workloads. Virtualisation is fully supported through Intel VT-x, VT-d (IOMMU), and Extended Page Tables (EPT), making the platform suitable for running multiple virtual machines. Security features include AES-NI hardware acceleration, Intel Control-Flow Enforcement Technology, Boot Guard, OS Guard, Secure Key, and Execute Disable Bit. Verified Specifications: • Model: i7-14700F (SKU BX8071514700F) • Socket: FCLGA1700 • Total Cores: 20 (8P + 12E) | Total Threads: 28 • Max Turbo Frequency: 5.4 GHz | P-core Max Turbo: 5.3 GHz | E-core Max Turbo: 4.2 GHz • P-core Base: 2.1 GHz | E-core Base: 1.5 GHz • L3 Cache: 33 MB Smart Cache | L2 Cache: 28 MB • Memory: DDR4-3200 / DDR5-5600 dual-channel, max 192 GB, 89.6 GB/s bandwidth • PCIe: Gen 5.0 + 4.0, up to 20 lanes • Base Power: 65 W | Max Turbo Power: 219 W | T-Junction: 100 °C • Lithography: Intel 7 | Integrated Graphics: None • Warranty: 3 Years