Intel Core i9-14900 vs. i9-12900: Best for Gaming?

Started by influx93 on July 11, 2024

I've been looking at getting a new CPU and I'm trying to decide between the Intel Core i9-14900 and the i9-12900. Can you give me some advice on which is better for gaming?

Solved by Nullcrass in post #6
It's not just about the single-core max turbo frequency. The article Intel Core i9-14900 vs. Intel Core i9-12900 discusses how both CPUs have their strengths and weaknesses, so it really depends on your budget and specific needs.

Both of those CPUs are great options! Intel Core i9-14900 vs. Intel Core i9-12900 has an article that discusses their differences in detail.

I'll check it out. What about single-core max turbo frequencies? Does that matter for gaming?

Yeah, the single-core max turbo frequency is important for gaming performance. The i9-14900 has a 5.80 GHz frequency while the i9-12900 has a 5.10 GHz frequency. That extra .70 GHz could make a difference in some games.

Oh, interesting! So it sounds like the i9-14900 might be better for gaming due to its higher single-core max turbo frequency?

It's not just about the single-core max turbo frequency. The article Intel Core i9-14900 vs. Intel Core i9-12900 discusses how both CPUs have their strengths and weaknesses, so it really depends on your budget and specific needs.

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Thanks for the input everyone! I'll read through the article and see what fits my requirements best.

No problem! Let me know if you have any other questions.

Will do. Thanks again!