Core i9-14900KS vs Core i7-9700K
Core i9-14900KS
Core i7-9700K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-14900KS
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-9700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-14900KS | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($670) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-14900KS | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+26%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($670) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
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 i9-14900KS and Core i7-9700K
Core i9-14900KS
The Core i9-14900KS is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Marchar 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.9 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): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 60,531 points. Launch price was $689.
Core i7-9700K
The Core i7-9700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,397 points. Launch price was $374.
Processing Power
The Core i9-14900KS packs 24 cores / 32 threads, while the Core i7-9700K offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Core i9-14900KS has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.9 GHz on the Core i9-14900KS versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-9700K — a 18.5% clock advantage for the Core i9-14900KS (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i9-14900KS uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i7-9700K uses Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-14900KS scores 60,531 against the Core i7-9700K's 14,397 — a 123.1% lead for the Core i9-14900KS. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-14900KS vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-9700K.
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 32+200% | 8 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 5.9 GHz+20% | 4.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total)+200% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 60,531+320% | 14,397 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-14900KS uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-9700K uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i9-14900KS versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i7-9700K — the Core i9-14900KS supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i9-14900KS supports up to 192 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-14900KS) vs 16 (Core i7-9700K) — the Core i9-14900KS offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,Z690 (Core i9-14900KS) and Intel 300 series (Core i7-9700K).
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+139900% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 128 GB+69904967% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-14900KS) and UHD Graphics 630 (Core i7-9700K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-9700K targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i9-14900KS rivals Ryzen 9 7950X.
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-14900KS launched at $749 MSRP, while the Core i7-9700K debuted at $385. At current prices ($670 vs $200), the Core i7-9700K is $470 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-14900KS delivers 90.3 pts/$ vs 72.0 pts/$ for the Core i7-9700K — making the Core i9-14900KS the 22.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $749 | $385-49% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $670 | $200-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 90.3+25% | 72.0 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2018 |
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