Intel Core i5-14400 & i7-9700K Video Editing Performance?

Started by Grizzlysol on June 03, 2024

CPU INTEL 14400 9700K

I've been researching CPUs for video editing, and I came across the Intel Core i5-14400 and Core i7-9700K. Can anyone share their experiences or recommendations? I'm looking to invest in a good CPU for video editing tasks.

Solved by thatgrungekid in post #7
That's great! The article Intel Core i5-14400 vs. Intel Core i7-9700K will give you a comprehensive idea about both processors. In my experience, the i7-9700K is more suited for heavy video editing tasks due to its higher core count and better overall performance. However, if you're on a tighter budget, the i5-14400 can still deliver good results.

I have used both the Intel Core i5-14400 and i7-9700K for video editing, and they perform differently. The i7-9700K offers better performance due to its higher core count, cache size, base frequency, and turbo boost frequencies. However, the i5-14400 is also a good option if you're looking for more budget-friendly alternatives.

Thanks for sharing your experience, @thatgrungekid. I'm curious, what are some specific tasks where the i7-9700K outperforms the i5-14400?

@kornchic One example is exporting or rendering videos in higher resolutions or formats that require more processing power. The additional cores and cache on the i7-9700K help it handle these tasks more efficiently than the i5-14400.

Regarding video editing, I found this TechReviewer article Intel Core i5-14400 vs. Intel Core i7-9700K comparing the Intel Core i5-14400 and i7-9700K in detail. It covers their performances in various aspects like core types, core counts, frequencies, cache capacities, overclocking, PCIe, and DDR support. I think it might be helpful for you all to check it out.

@quantumperson Thanks for sharing the link! I'll definitely read through it to get a better understanding of the differences between these two CPUs for video editing.

That's great! The article Intel Core i5-14400 vs. Intel Core i7-9700K will give you a comprehensive idea about both processors. In my experience, the i7-9700K is more suited for heavy video editing tasks due to its higher core count and better overall performance. However, if you're on a tighter budget, the i5-14400 can still deliver good results.

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That's really helpful information! Based on this discussion and the TechReviewer article, I think I'll go with the i7-9700K for my video editing needs. Thanks everyone!

You're welcome, @kornchic! Good luck with your new CPU. If you have any questions or need further advice in the future, feel free to ask.

@kornchic I'm glad you found the information helpful. Remember that choosing the right CPU is just one part of building a great video editing setup. You'll also want to consider factors like RAM, storage, and graphics cards.

True! Thanks for all your advice, everyone. I appreciate it. Time to start saving up for my new video editing rig!

You're welcome, @Grizzlysol. Good luck with your savings journey and happy video editing!

Have a great day!

You too, @kornchic! Take care.

Same to you, @Camaro70 and @kornchic. Enjoy your day!