Intel Core i3-14100 vs. i7-12700 for Gaming?

Started by pinkotreehugger on July 11, 2024

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I'm looking to buy a new gaming PC and I'm wondering if the Intel Core i3-14100 or i7-12700 is better for gaming. Anyone have some advice on this?

Solved by AndItsDrew in post #4
Yeah, according to the TechReviewer article Intel Core i3-14100 vs. Intel Core i7-12700, the i7-12700 has a higher core count and improved cache, which makes it perform better in gaming scenarios. The i3-14100 is good too, but if you want the best performance for gaming, the i7-12700 is the way to go.

I've been using an i3-14100 for a while now and it's working great for me. The TechReviewer article Intel Core i3-14100 vs. Intel Core i7-12700 has an overview that might be useful to you.

That's super helpful, thanks! So, based on what you said, does the i7-12700 have better performance in games because of its higher core count?

Yeah, according to the TechReviewer article Intel Core i3-14100 vs. Intel Core i7-12700, the i7-12700 has a higher core count and improved cache, which makes it perform better in gaming scenarios. The i3-14100 is good too, but if you want the best performance for gaming, the i7-12700 is the way to go.

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I'm also wondering about overclocking capabilities since I'd like to push my system to its limits. What's the difference between these two in terms of overclocking?

Both CPUs lack support for overclocking, so you won't be able to push either one beyond their base frequencies.

Just wanted to chime in here. I've been using an i7-12700 for a while now and it's definitely better for gaming. I can run most games at ultra settings with no problem, while my friend who has an i3-14100 struggles to get the same performance.

That's interesting! So it seems like the i7-12700 is really the way to go if you want top-notch gaming performance. Do you have any experience using DDR5 memory with these CPUs?

Both the i3-14100 and i7-12700 support DDR5 memory, so you can choose whatever speed you prefer. Just make sure it's compatible with your motherboard.

Good to know! So I guess if I want better performance for gaming, I should go with the i7-12700. But what about future-proofing? Is one of these CPUs more future-proof than the other?

Thanks for all the input, everyone. It's clear that the i7-12700 is the better choice for gaming. Now I just need to find a good deal on one and a compatible motherboard.

Good luck with your build! And remember, always make sure you have a high-performance CPU cooler to keep temperatures in check. Happy gaming!