Intel Core i7-14700K
A pro-tier 20-core (20C/28T) LGA1700 flagship boosting to 5.6GHz, rated 125W but turbing to 253W. It is the strongest drop-in upgrade still sold for the socket, ideal for existing LGA1700 owners wanting a big core jump. The high turbo demands serious cooling, and for a fresh build, newer Arrow Lake or AM5 platforms cost similar money while offering a future upgrade path.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| socket | LGA1700 | high confidence |
| cores | 20 | high confidence |
| threads | 28 | unsourced detail |
| boost (GHz) | 5.6 | unsourced detail |
| tdp (W) | 125 | unsourced detail |
| integrated graphics | yes | unsourced detail |
| x3d cache | no | unsourced detail |
2/7 specs sourced. Amber rows are unverified — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Best for
- Strongest LGA1700 drop-in upgrade still sold — 20C/28T, priced below list at Newegg
Who should skip this
- New platform builds (Arrow Lake/AM5 cost similar with a future)
- Small coolers (253 W turbo)
Ecosystem fit
Compatibility
Built around DDR4, DDR5, Intel LGA1700. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →
Upgrade path
A top-tier cpu — there's little to upgrade to within the category.
Sources (3 · 3 high-confidence)
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- primaryIntel ark — 14700K: 20C (8P+12E)/28T, 5.6 GHz, 125 W base/253 W turbo, UHD 770, RCP $409-419manufacturer · high
- cores20 cores / 28 threads per Intel spec tablemanufacturer · high
- socketLGA 1700 per Newegg boxed listing (verified loads, $378.00)retailer · high