Core i5-14500

The Core i5-14500 is a 14-core / 20-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 5 GHz from a base frequency of 2.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24 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 31,205, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Recent generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 2,700, while multi-core reaches 15,000.

The Core i5-14500 fits into the LGA1700 socket and supports PCIe 5.0 with 20 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory at speeds up to DDR5-4800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 192 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers. Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 770 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

The Core i5-14500 is primarily designed for Mainstream Desktop. Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

The Core i5-14500 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. It ships with the Included stock cooler. Recommended cooling: Standard.

At an average price of $251 (MSRP: $239), the Core i5-14500 delivers 124 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #405 out of all indexed processors.