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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£210
  • Avg. price in US: ~$230
  • PassMark benchmark result: 25179
  • N. of physical cores: 10
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.7 GHz

Intel Core i5 14400 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.7

Technical Score

10.0%

9.5

User score

Very good
6.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.1

Performance

18.0%

7.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.8

Platform

1.0%

7.7

Integrated Graphics

Good
9.5

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

9.3

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.7
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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Exceptional
  • 6.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.7

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.8

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    4.3

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.3

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.8

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-14400 is a 14th-generation Raptor Lake Refresh desktop processor featuring a hybrid architecture with 10 cores (6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores) and 16 threads. It operates at a base clock of 2.5 GHz for P-cores and 1.8 GHz for E-cores, with a maximum turbo frequency of up to 4.7 GHz and 20 MB of Intel Smart Cache. Key advantages include support for both DDR4 (up to 3200 MT/s) and DDR5 (up to 4800 MT/s) memory, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730, and a modest 65W base power draw that makes it easy to cool. However, it offers only marginal performance gains over the previous-gen i5-13400, features an unlocked multiplier that prevents traditional overclocking, and faces strong value competition from AMD's Ryzen 5 7600X in gaming and productivity benchmarks.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 14400

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.1

Performance

18.0%

7.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.8

Platform

1.0%

7.7

Integrated Graphics

6.7
Intel Core i5 14400 has a technical score of 6.74 points, which is higher than that of 78.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

9.3

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
(254)
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4.7
(167)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

9.5
Intel Core i5 14400 has a user score of 9.5 points, which is higher than that of 94.5% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
10
Intel Core i5 14400 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 88.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

9.4

Price

7.7
Intel Core i5 14400 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.7 points, which is higher than 89.2% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
Intel Core i5 14400 belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

LGA1700
Intel Core i5 14400 uses the LGA1700 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 7.4% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

Intel 600 Series, Intel 700 Series
Intel Core i5 14400 supports Intel 600 Series, Intel 700 Series chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i5 14400 uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

10
Intel Core i5 14400 has 10 CPU cores, which is more than 77.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

16
Intel Core i5 14400 offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

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CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.7 GHz
Intel Core i5 14400 reaches a boost clock of 4.7 GHz which is higher than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 3.7% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
Intel Core i5 14400 has a base clock of 6x2.5 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Core i5 14400 uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 7
Intel Core i5 14400 is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

20 MB
Intel Core i5 14400 has an L3 cache of 20 MB which is larger than that of 79.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.5% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

9.5 MB
Intel Core i5 14400 has an L2 cache of 9.5 MB which is larger than that of 78.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/DDR5
Intel Core i5 14400 supports DDR DDR4/DDR5, which is newer than that of 79.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

4,800 MHz
Intel Core i5 14400 supports memory speeds up to 4,800 MHz, which is higher than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR5-4800 MHz
Intel Core i5 14400 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-4,800 MHz, which is higher than that of 66.5% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

192 GB
Intel Core i5 14400 supports up to 192 GB of memory, which is more than 83.3% of processors and equal to 6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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Intel Core i5 14400 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 730
Intel Core i5 14400 uses the Intel UHD Graphics 730 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 53.4% and equal to that in 2.2%.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

24
Intel Core i5 14400 has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i5 14400 has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 14400 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 85% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

65 W
Intel Core i5 14400 has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

65 W
Intel Core i5 14400 has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

148 W
Intel Core i5 14400 has a boost power of 148 W which is higher than that of 85.2% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i5 14400 has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

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Intel Core i5 14400 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 14400 vs the average processor

  • 50.7% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,743 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,743 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,743 vs 2,483
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 14400 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    Intel Core i5 14400 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
  • 57.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,319 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,319 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,319 vs 1,471
  • 2.21x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (10,574 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (10,574 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.10,574 vs 4,793
  • 2.39x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (25,179 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (25,179 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.25,179 vs 10,532.5
  • 3.8x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (9.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (9.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.9.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 14400 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 14400 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
    When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 14400 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Core i5 14400 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1700 vs FP2).
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a newer release date than the average processor (2024 vs 2020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i5 14400 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i5 14400 supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 50.7% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,743 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 57.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,319 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 2.21x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (10,574 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 2.39x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (25,179 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 4 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 9.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 3.8x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (9.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 14400 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake Refresh vs Kaby Lake).
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 14400 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 2.5x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (20 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 14400 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 14400 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).
  • 3x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (192 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i5 14400 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i5 14400 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 67.7% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (76.8 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i5 14400 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 63.7% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,800 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i5 14400 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 14400 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.

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Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • 20.8% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher die size than the average processor (215 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 2.31x higher boost power
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (148 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 14400 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 2.31x higher boost power
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (148 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (148 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.148 W vs 64 W
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 14400 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
    What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
    When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i5 14400 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 20.8% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher die size than the average processor (215 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher die size than the average processor (215 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².215 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 14400 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i5 14400?

  • Efficient performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming
  • Low power consumption (65W base) and runs cool with standard cooling
  • Offers a good balance for productivity tasks like video editing and multitasking
  • Compatible with existing LGA 1700 motherboards, making it a viable upgrade for 12th-gen users
  • Includes a competent stock cooler that remains relatively quiet under load
  • Support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory gives builders more budget flexibility

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 14400?

  • Minimal performance gains over its predecessor, the i5-13400 (essentially a minor refresh)
  • Faces strong competition from AMD's Ryzen 5 7600 and 7600X in the same price bracket
  • Limited upgrade path as the LGA 1700 socket is considered at the end of its life
  • Pricing is often cited as too high compared to faster alternatives like the Ryzen 7 5700X3D for gaming
  • Limited future-proofing due to reliance on older architecture in certain steppings (B0 vs C0 silicon lottery)
  • Confusion regarding Intel 13th/14th gen stability issues, though non-K models like the 14400 are less affected

Expert reviews

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hwcooling.net
26/02/2024
The Core i5-14400F analysis is complete. Rare stepping (C0) tested

The Intel Core i5-14400F review highlights the processor as a modest refresh of the i5-13400F, featuring a 6 E core configuration and a 200 MHz clock speed boost, tested specifically with the C0 stepping. While performance gains over its predecessor are marginal (2–5%), the chip remains highly power-efficient with low cooling requirements, suitable for budget or small form factor...Read more

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eteknix.com
16/04/2024
Intel Core i5 14400F CPU Review

The eTeknix review of the Intel Core i5-14400F highlights it as a modest 10-core (6 P-cores/4 E-cores) refresh of the 13400F, featuring slight boost frequency increases to 4.7 GHz for P-cores. While supporting both DDR4 and DDR5, it provides minimal performance gains—roughly 3% in gaming—compared to its predecessor, making it a budget-oriented chip that lacks integrated graphics....Read more

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tomshardware.com
18/04/2024
Intel Core i5-14400 Review: Intel's value gaming chip falls behind AMD's Ryzen

Tom's Hardware describes the Intel Core i5-14400 as a lackluster refresh of the 13400, offering only a 100-200 MHz boost to its 10-core (6 E) configuration, resulting in minimal 1%-2% real-world performance gains. While efficient and suitable for DDR4-based budget builds, it faces stiff competition from the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X, which frequently offers better gaming performance. The...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
08/04/2024
Intel Core i5-14400F and Core i5-14500 Review: The Double Alder Lake Refresh

The Hardwareluxx review details the Intel Core i5-14400F and i5-14500 as "double Alder Lake refresh" processors, essentially rebranded 12th-gen silicon with minor 100-200 MHz clock speed improvements. While both offer solid 65W, mid-range performance with DDR4/DDR5 support, they lack architectural innovation, often falling behind AMD's competitive pricing. The i5-14500 stands out...Read more

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computerbase.de
23/02/2024
Intel Core i5-14400F and i5-14500 Review: The Double Alder Lake Refresh

The Intel Core i5-14400F and i5-14500 are 14th-gen refreshes utilizing older Alder Lake-S architecture, offering only marginal performance gains of roughly 100-200 MHz over the 13th-gen predecessors. While the i5-14400F features 10 cores (6 E), the i5-14500 offers a 14-core configuration (6 E), with both supporting DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Testing reveals that removing the 65W power...Read more

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connect-living.de
15/03/2024
Intel Core i5-14400F Review

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a "Raptor Lake Refresh" processor offering minimal improvements over the i5-13400F, featuring 10 cores (6 E) and a slight 100 MHz clock speed boost to 4.7 GHz. While supporting both DDR4 and DDR5 memory to aid budget builds, the chip is described as an unexciting upgrade for existing LGA 1700 users. Key performance benefits include solid single-core...Read more

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pcgameshardware.de
08/04/2024
Intel Core i5-14400/14500/14600 Review: Powerful Mid-Range with High Core Counts

According to the PC Games Hardware review, the Intel Core i5-14400 is a minor "refresh of a refresh" featuring a 10-core (6 E) hybrid architecture with slight clock speed increases of 100-200 MHz over the 13400. While it offers 30% higher multi-threaded performance than the older i5-12400F, actual gaming gains are marginal at 3-5%. Pros include low power consumption and DDR4/DDR5...Read more

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charlestech.fr
04/05/2024
Intel Core i5 14400F Review: Complete and Detailed Processor Assessment

The CharlesTech review of the Intel Core i5-14400F describes it as a modest "refresh" of its predecessor, noting that it brings very little innovation beyond a minor 100-200 MHz boost in frequency. While keeping the 10-core, 16-thread hybrid architecture, benchmark tests showed only marginal performance gains over the i5-13400F. The processor serves as a cool-running,...Read more

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geeknetic.es
26/05/2025
Intel Core i5-14400F Review

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core (6 E) mid-range processor that acts as a 65W "refresh" of the i5-13400F, offering high efficiency and easy cooling with operating temperatures staying under 55°C in tests. Key advantages include compatibility with the LGA1700 socket, support for both DDR4 and DDR5, and solid performance for 1080p/1440p gaming. However, the chip offers marginal...Read more

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