Last update for the 1700 socket - We tested the Intel Core i9-14900K and Intel Core i5-14600K

Intel has introduced the 14th generation of the Core processors, already bringing the third lineup of desktop processors for the 1700 socket with this new generation of Core processors. Until now, we have known a similar support for the basic underlying construction, which is actually a good thing, only from AMD. This means that you don't have to purchase a new mainboard and also don't have to necessarily use DDR5 for the working memory.
In the last few days, we have been testing the Intel Core i9-14900K and the Intel Core i5-14600K. In addition, we also looked more closely at their gaming performance. While the Intel Core i9-14900K turns out to be the fastest desktop processor in our CPU tests, its gaming performance turns out slightly lower compared to the current AMD processors. With a power consumption of up to 253 watts, the Intel Core i9-14900K isn't really more power hungry than an Intel Core i9-13900K. However, the problem lies with the mainboard manufacturers and preset options in the UEFI, since the power limits are often not defined here. This also means that the processor can be provided with a considerably higher amount of power. Only the thermal limits will then be active, and with a good cooling system, the Intel Core i9-14900K can easily reach 350 watts in our test.
Things look better with the smaller Intel Core i5-14600K, even though its power consumption also significantly exceeds 200 watts if the power limits remain undefined. The performance of the new Core i5 processor is comparable with that of an Intel Core i9-12900K.
You can find the exact details on the new Intel Core i9-14900K and Intel Core i5-14600K processors in our test here.