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Core i9-14900HX
Core i9-14900
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-14900
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-14900HX | Core i9-14900 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($149) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($589) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-14900HX | Core i9-14900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+290%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($149) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($589) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i9-14900HX and Core i9-14900
Core i9-14900HX
The Core i9-14900HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 44,685 points. Launch price was $499.
Core i9-14900
The Core i9-14900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5.6 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 45,321 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
Both the Core i9-14900HX and Core i9-14900 share an identical 24-core/32-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the Core i9-14900HX versus 5.6 GHz on the Core i9-14900 — a 1.8% clock advantage for the Core i9-14900HX (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i9-14900HX uses the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i9-14900 uses Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-14900HX scores 44,685 against the Core i9-14900's 45,321 — a 1.4% lead for the Core i9-14900. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 35,000 vs 36,000 (2.8% advantage for the Core i9-14900). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,000 vs 3,000, a 0% lead for the Core i9-14900 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 17,500 vs 20,000 (13.3% advantage for the Core i9-14900). Both processors carry 36 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i9-14900HX | Core i9-14900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 32 | 24 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+2% | 5.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+10% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 44,685 | 45,321+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 35,000 | 36,000+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,500 | 20,000+14% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-14900HX uses the FCBGA1964 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i9-14900 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 memory speed. Both support up to 192 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM770,WM790 (Core i9-14900HX) and H610,B660,Z690,B760,Z790 (Core i9-14900).
| Feature | Core i9-14900HX | Core i9-14900 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1964 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i9-14900HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i9-14900HX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-14900). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-14900HX) and UHD 770 (Core i9-14900) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i9-14900HX targets Flagship Gaming Laptop, Core i9-14900 targets Enthusiast. Direct competitor: Core i9-14900HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX; Core i9-14900 rivals Ryzen 9 7900.
| Feature | Core i9-14900HX | Core i9-14900 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 770 | UHD 770 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Flagship Gaming Laptop | Enthusiast |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-14900HX launched at $668 MSRP, while the Core i9-14900 debuted at $524. At current prices ($149 vs $589), the Core i9-14900HX is $440 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-14900HX delivers 299.9 pts/$ vs 76.9 pts/$ for the Core i9-14900 — making the Core i9-14900HX the 118.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-14900HX | Core i9-14900 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $668 | $524-22% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $149-75% | $589 |
| Performance per Dollar | 299.9+290% | 76.9 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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