Intel Core i5-14500 vs i7-13700KF for Gaming?

I've been looking at the new CPUs from Intel and was wondering which one would be better for gaming between the Core i5-14500 and Core i7-13700KF. Any advice would be appreciated.

The i7-13700KF is the clear winner when it comes to gaming performance, no doubt about it. It has a higher single-core max turbo boost frequency and more cores, which makes a huge difference in games.

Yeah, @unvanquish3d said it all. Also, I recently read an article on TechReviewer discussing the comparison between these two CPUs. The i7-13700KF has superior performance for gaming due to its 5.40 GHz single-core max turbo boost frequency and 16 cores compared to the i5-14500's 5.00 GHz single-core max turbo boost frequency and 14 cores. Just check it out at Intel Core i5-14500 vs. Intel Core i7-13700KF if you're interested.

Thanks, @verticalmike. That article was very helpful! So the i7-13700KF seems like a safer bet for gaming then? I'm trying to build a high-end PC for some intensive games and wanted to make sure I'm making the right choice.

Absolutely, @seeker90, if you're looking to get into some serious gaming, the i7-13700KF will serve you well. But remember that a good GPU is just as important as your CPU in providing a smooth gaming experience.

I'm more of a general app user and not so much into gaming. For what I do, both CPUs would work fine for me. The i5-14500 might even be better because it's cheaper and has lower power consumption, which is important to me.

That's true, @Elamere25. It's all about finding the right balance between performance and cost for your specific needs. Thanks everyone for the input!