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Intel Core i5-14400
Intel

Intel Core i5-14400

14th-gen Core i5 with 10 cores (6P + 4E) and 16 threads. Strong gaming and multitasking performance for LGA1700.

Price

$208.93 USD

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Specifications

Cores
10
Threads
16
Base Clock
2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock
4.7 GHz
TDP
65 W

Quick analysis: Intel Core i5-14400

Intel Core i5-14400 is an entry-level option in our processors catalog ($208.93). Best part: 10 cores: the sweet spot for gaming with future headroom.

Price position: It is the #10 cheapest of the 30 products in our processors catalog (entry-level by price). It costs 15% less than the category median ($246.98).

Strengths

  • 10 cores: the sweet spot for gaming with future headroom.
  • 65 W TDP: runs fine with a simple air cooler.

Who is it for?

This processor uses the LGA1700 socket with DDR4 or DDR5 depending on the board memory. It scores 98 on our index (the Ryzen 5 9600X is 120).

Who should look elsewhere?

If you edit video or render daily, a chip with more cores will save you time.

Frequently asked questions about this product

What motherboard and memory does it need?
It needs a LGA1700 socket motherboard and DDR4 or DDR5 depending on the board memory.
What cooling should I use?
At 65 W TDP, a quality air cooler is enough.

Automatic analysis based on this catalog's specs and prices; it is a guide, not a lab test. Price checked on 2026-10-07.