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Intel 14th Gen processors revealed: Featuring “the world’s fastest desktop” CPU
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Intel has revealed its new 14th generation of desktop processors. The chip family is led by the Intel Core i9-14900K.
The Intel 14th Gen family of desktop processors hitting the shelves. The star of the show is undoubtedly the Intel Core i9-14900K for those looking for the very best desktop performance around. But, there’s plenty to grab the interest with the more mainstream offering, in the form of the new Intel Core i9-14900K.
The new 14 generation has announced six new desktop processors – the regular “K” models with integrated graphics and the “KF” models without. Here’s the lowdown on the specs:
The highlight of the spec sheet is that whopping 6GHz for the Intel Core i9-14900K, adding up to being “the world’s fastest desktop processor” according to Intel. The Intel Core i7-14700K is also offering up 25% more cores compared with the previous generation. Of course, there’s new AI technology included as well. Intel’s Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU) adds AI Assist, helping to guide your overclocking experience.
Looking at the family as a whole, Intel claims the range offers up to 23% improved gaming performance and up to 54% faster creator workflow against competitors. The latest connectivity is onboard too, coming with Wi-Fi 6/6E andBluetooth 5.3along with support for incomingWi-Fi 7and Bluetooth 5.4. Then,Thunderbolt 4is also featured. Intel initially stated these desktop chips would featureThunderbolt 5supported come its launch, but have now issued acorrection.
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In terms of compatibility, the new desktop chips will work across Intel 600 and 700 series chipsets, enabling users to continue to upgrade their existing systems. If you’re considering it, the new 14th Gen desktop processors will be available from October 17th.
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Adam is the Computing Editor of Trusted Reviews. He joined as a staff writer in 2019 after graduating from Newcastle University with an MA in Multimedia Journalism. After spending two years at WIRED,…
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