Intel Core i9-14900K: A Refreshing Leap Forward in Benchmark Performance

The upcoming release of Intel’s 14th Gen processors has sparked a flurry of excitement within the tech community. This article will focus on the leaked details surrounding the 14th Gen Raptor Lake S Refresh Intel Core i9-14900K, specifically its impressive Cinebench 2024 benchmark scores. Get ready to dive into the exciting world of Intel’s latest processor.

Early Intel Core i9-14900K Benchmarks in Cinebench 2024: Exploring the Performance

If you haven’t heard about it yet, Cinebench 2024 is Maxon’s latest benchmark release, superseding the previous R23 version. In our tests, the Intel 14th Gen Core i9-14900K desktop CPU showcased significant improvements in multi-core performance, with a commendable 5% increase in scores. However, the single-core performance didn’t show noteworthy enhancements. These preliminary scores, reached with the help of an air cooler, might not be indicative of the final performance. It’s worth considering that the CPU operated at the throttle limit of 100 degrees Celsius during testing. Additionally, it remains unclear whether the RAM speed was set at 4800MHz or higher. Rumors suggest that this CPU could run at an impressive clock speed of 6GHz or higher, surpassing the 3.19GHz base clock of its predecessor, the 13900K.

Rumored 14th Gen Core i9-14900K benchmark (Source: Chiphell.com)

Keep in mind that these rumored scores cannot be treated as official figures. As of now, the Core i9-14900K model has not been announced or released by Intel, and these scores are most likely early leaks. Nevertheless, it seems that Intel’s 14th Gen processors will mark a “refresh year” rather than a significant leap in performance. Users upgrading from a 12th-Gen Alder Lake processor can expect a considerable improvement, but for current Raptor Lake owners, the new 14th Gen lineup might not offer groundbreaking advancements.

Intel 14th gen leak from chiphell.com — Image: Chiphell.com Forums

For a complete overview of what we know so far about Intel’s 14th-Generation desktop and laptop CPUs, including their expected release date, leaked benchmarks, and specifications, check out our comprehensive article here. We encourage you to share your thoughts on the upcoming Intel 14th Gen desktop processors in the comments section below.