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Overview

The Core i5-14400T 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 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,911 points. Launch price was $221.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-14400T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-14400T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-14400T is a 10-core / 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 GHz from a base frequency of 1.5 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 20 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 20,911, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Core i5-14400T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	10C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.5 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	20 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	215 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	20,911

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-14400T fits into the LGA1700 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 memory.

Specification	Core i5-14400T
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1700
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-14400T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i5-14400T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #731 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-14400T
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$221
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#731
Release DateLaunch date	8 January 2024 (1 year ago)
Release Year	2024
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$221
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	8 January 2024 (1 year ago)
Architecture Codename	Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025)
Performance Ranking Position	731

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	10
Threads	16
Die Size	215 mm2
L1 Cache	80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	20 MB (total)
Max Frequency	4.5 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.5 GHz
Efficiency Cores	4
Performance Cores	6
Process Technology	Intel 7 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+