Difference Between i7-14700K & i9-12900?

I've been looking into getting a new CPU for my PC build and I'm having trouble deciding between the Intel Core i7-14700K and i9-12900. Has anyone had any experience with these processors? Any advice would be appreciated!

I recently upgraded to an i7-14700K, and it's been running great for me so far! The performance is impressive, and I've been really happy with the decision.

Thanks for sharing your experience, @SupraRZ1999. Could you tell us more about how the 14700K has performed in day-to-day tasks or gaming?

I'm considering both options, and I'd like to know what the differences are between these two CPUs. Has anyone come across any detailed comparisons or reviews that might help me make a decision?

I've done some research on these two processors, and there is definitely a difference in their specifications. The i7-14700K has 20 cores, while the i9-12900 has only 16. This could impact performance in gaming, general applications, and professional tools.

To add to what @bojustbo said, I found a great TechReviewer article comparing these two CPUs at Intel Core i7-14700K vs. Intel Core i9-12900. It goes into detail about their core types, core counts, frequencies, cache capacities, and other features. You might find it helpful for making your decision!

Thanks for the link, @OmarL1ttle. After checking out the article, I noticed that the i7-14700K has a higher base frequency and better overclocking support. That's definitely something to consider! But what about their DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0 support? Are there any notable differences?

You're welcome, @excelninja. According to the TechReviewer article, both CPUs support DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0. However, the i7-14700K has a higher L3 cache capacity, which can be beneficial for performance in certain applications.

I've been using my i7-14700K with DDR5 memory and it's worked great so far. The increased cache size definitely helps with multitasking and running resource-intensive applications.

This is really helpful information, everyone. It seems like the i7-14700K might be a better choice for me based on the specs and @OmarL1ttle's link. But I'm still curious about real-world performance. Are there any benchmarks or user experiences that compare these two CPUs in terms of gaming and general applications?

Thanks for all the input, everyone! Based on this discussion and the TechReviewer article, it seems like the i7-14700K could be a better choice for me. I'll likely go with that one for my build. But before I make a final decision, I want to do some more research and read up on user experiences.

That sounds like a good plan, @excelninja. Keep in mind that individual performance can vary based on factors such as cooling, power supply, and other components in your PC build. Good luck with your decision!

Absolutely! Don't forget to have fun with your new CPU and the rest of your build!