Best overall
Intel Core i7-14700K (14th Gen)
Core Count: 20
Performance-cores: 8
Efficient-cores: 12
Thread Count: 28
Base Clock Frequency 3.4 GHz
Performance-core Base Frequency: 3.4 GHz
Efficient-core Base Frequency: 2.5 GHz
Maximum Boost Clock: 5.6 GHz
Performance-core Maximum Boost Clock: 5.5 GHz
Efficient-core Maximum Boost Clock: 4.3 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier? Yes
Socket Compatibility Intel LGA 1700
Lithography 7 nm
L3 Cache: 33 MB
Total L2 Cache: 28 MB
Thermal Design Power (TDP) Rating 254 watts
Bundled Cooler None
Pors
Core i9-13900K performance at an i7 price
Great gaming performance
very competitive against AMD’s top CPUs
Four more E-cores than previous
No price increase
Increased cache size
Cons
Power hungry
The processor gets very hot
This CPU has changed the game of the mid-range CPU market. In fact, it is surprising to think that such a great CPU can be found in this price range. This CPU has 20 Cores and 28 threads. So, multitasking, productivity, video editing, photo editing, 3D modeling and gaming can be easily handled with this CPU. This CPU has a base clock speed of 3.4 GHz and a maximum boost clock speed of 5.6 GHz.
I’m really surprised to see that this chip offers the same performance as the Intel Core i9-13900K, it has the same problem as the Core i9-13900K in that it also gets very hot, so you need the best CPU cooler around to keep this chip from throttling. Will, which some i7 users may not use in the past
Best High-End CPU
Intel Core i9-14900K
Core Count 24
Performance-cores: 8
Efficient-cores: 16
Thread Count 32
Maximum Boost Clock 6 GHz
Performance-core Maximum Boost Clock: 5.6 GHz
Efficient-core Maximum Boost Clock: 4.4 GHz
Base Clock Frequency 3.2 GHz
Performance-core Base Clock Frequency: 3.2 GHz
Efficient-core Base Clock Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier? Socket Compatibility Intel LGA 1700
Lithography 7 nm
L3 Cache: 36 MB
L2 Cache: 32 MB
Thermal Design Power (TDP) Rating: 253 W
Integrated Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 770 Integrated Graphics
Base Clock 1650 MHz
Bundled Cooler None
Pors
just amazing performance
High-speed multi-threaded & single-core performance
6GHz peak boost clock
Competent integrated graphics
Matches Core i9-13900K launch price
amazing gaming performance
Excellent 4k video editing performance
Cons
Power-hungry
The processor gets very hot
This CPU is a CPU that is best in many workplaces (like gaming, video editing, photo editing, 3d modeling, Microsoft Office and more). This CPU has 24 Cores (Performance-cores – 8,
Efficient-cores – 16) and 32 threads. This CPU has a base clock speed of 3.2 GHz and a maximum boost clock speed of 6 GHz. This CPU supports DDR5 memory (up to 5600 MT/s) also supports DDR4 memory (up to 3200 MT/s). This CPU has a Intel UHD Graphics 770 Integrated Graphics with Base Clock 1650 MHz.
The gaming performance of this CPU is just wow. With this CPU, you can easily edit 4K videos at 60 fps in Adobe Premiere Pro (tested).
One problem with this CPU is that this CPU runs hotter than its predecessor Intel Core i9-13900K so you can replace this CPU with Intel Core i9-13900K, you just need to understand which one gives you more benefits.
BEST CPU FOR GAMING
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Core count: 8
Threads count: 16
Multithreading (SMT): Yes
Max. Boost Clock: Up to 5 GHz
Base Clock: 4.2 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier?
Socket Compatibility AMD AM5
Lithography 5 nm
L1 Cache: 512 KB
L2 Cache: 8 MB
L3 Cache: 96 MB
Default TDP (Thermal Design Power): 120W
Thermal Design Power (TDP) Rating 120 watts Integrated Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics Integrated Graphics Base Clock 2200 MHz Bundled Cooler None
Pors
Excellent gaming performance
large Cache size
Very energy efficient
DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 support
Cons
Low-performance level compared to the price
Requires AM5 motherboard
The processor gets hot
The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the best AMD processor on the market for gamers. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D also features AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology, which gives it something extra that most other processors don’t have. 3D V-Cache technology allows AMD to stack a chip containing only cache memory on top of another chip, containing large amounts of additional cache.
If you don’t already have an AM5 motherboard, be aware that you’ll need to upgrade a number of components in your PC to run the new AMD Ryzen processor.
best processor for AM4 motherboards
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Total CPU Cores: 12
Total Threads: 24
Max. Boost Clock: Up to 4.8 GHz
Base Clock: 3.7 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier?
Socket Compatibility AMD AM4
Lithography 7 nm
L2 Cache: 6 MB
L3 Cache: 64 MB
Thermal Design Power (TDP) Rating 105 watts
Integrated Graphics None
Bundled Cooler None
Pors
Great gaming performance
Amazing performance
Compatible with Socket AM4
Low TDP compared to Intel’s options
Cons
Little overclocking headroom
Expensive
The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a high-end desktop processor, part of AMD’s Zen 3 lineup. It has 12 cores and 24 threads, a base clock of 3.7 GHz and a boost clock of up to 4.8 GHz. The 5900X is built on a 7nm process and features significant improvements in IPC (instructions per clock) over its predecessor, offering impressive performance gains in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks.
In reviews, the Ryzen 9 5900X has been praised for its exceptional gaming performance, thanks to its high clock speeds and advanced architecture, making it a top choice for gamers and content creators alike. It excels in productivity tasks like video editing, 3D rendering and software development due to its multi-core performance. The processor’s power efficiency is also highlighted, offering higher performance while consuming less power than previous generations.
Overall, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a powerhouse CPU that delivers outstanding performance across a variety of workloads, making it a compelling choice for enthusiasts and professionals looking for high-level performance.
Best High-performance at an accessible price
Intel Core i5-11600K
Core Count 6
Thread Count 12
Base Clock Frequency 3.9 GHz
Maximum Boost Clock 4.9 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier? yes
Socket Compatibility Intel LGA 1200
Lithography 14 nm
L3 Cache Amount 16 MB
Thermal Design Power (TDP) Rating 125 watts
Integrated Graphics Intel Iris Xe (UHD Graphics 750)
Integrated Graphics Base Clock 350 MHz
Bundled Cooler None
Pors
Great gaming performance
Affordable
Intel Iris Xe (UHD Graphics 750)
Cons
Not quite as fast as the Ryzen 5 5600X
Gets really hot
The Intel Core i5-11600K is a mid-range desktop processor, part of Intel’s 11th generation (Rocket Lake) lineup. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.9 GHz and a boost clock of up to 4.9 GHz. Built on a 14nm process, the i5-11600K incorporates Intel’s Cypress Cove architecture, which promises improved performance and efficiency over previous generations.
In our tests, the i5-11600K was praised for its strong single-threaded performance, making it suitable for gaming and everyday tasks. It offers competitive gaming performance, especially when paired with a high-end GPU, providing a smooth gaming experience at various resolutions. This CPU has a problem that this CPU heats up.
Overall, the Intel Core i5-11600K is a solid choice for general productivity tasks, offering strong single-threaded performance at a competitive price point. However, potential buyers should consider their specific workload requirements and compare the i5-11600K to AMD’s Ryzen offerings before making a final decision.
