Rumors abound regarding the upcoming Intel 14th Gen CPU, the Core i9-14900KS, which was previously glimpsed in leaked images of the chip. Speculation suggested that Intel would unveil this CPU in 2024, and now, indications are emerging that the i9-14900KS is indeed on the horizon, with online listings surfacing and pointing to Team Blue’s imminent launch of the new processor.
Renowned X (formerly Twitter) user @momomo_us recently uncovered the Core i9-14900KS on the website of French PC hardware retailer PC21. At the time of writing, the listing remains accessible. However, it offers limited substantive information regarding the specifications of this CPU.
The listing reveals details about the upcoming Intel Core i9-14900KS processor, boasting a base clock speed of 3.20 GHz and 36 MB of cache. Interestingly, while other CPUs on the website offer comprehensive informational sections including details on manufacturing processes, core/thread counts, and more, this specific listing lacks such information.
Previously, the 14th Gen Core i9 KS processor made an appearance on OCBase.com, where this unannounced CPU underwent testing. The GPU was identified as the Intel UHD Graphics 770, matching that of the non-KS variant, and it was tested on an MSI MAG Z790 motherboard.
According to reports, the Intel 14th Gen Core i9-14900KS boasts 24 cores and 32 threads. Furthermore, the CPU package power was observed to reach up to 409.73W as per HWInfo reports on OCBase, with the power limit set at 4095W in BIOS settings, indicating unlimited CPU power configuration.
Expected Upgrades for the Intel 14th Gen Core i9-14900KS
When it comes to tangible improvements, the Intel Core i9-14900KS is anticipated to boast enhanced core clocks. Testing on OCBase.com revealed that the P-Core clock reached up to 5885.60 MHz. Given that the non-KS Intel Core i9 has a boost clock of 6.0 GHz, it’s highly probable that the i9-14900KS will feature an even higher turbo clock speed of 6.2 GHz.
It’s worth noting that Intel’s 14th Gen CPUs remain grounded in the Raptor Lake architecture, continuing to utilize a 10nm manufacturing process. Notably, this generation hasn’t yielded significant efficiency gains compared to its predecessors. The transition from the 12th Gen to the 13th Gen marked a more substantial change. Nevertheless, the Intel 14th Gen Core i9-14900KS is poised to emerge as the fastest CPU available, offering LGA 1700 motherboard owners the prospect of upgrading to an even swifter Core i9 processor in the future.
Price & Availability of the Intel 14th Gen Core i9-14900KS
Since the CPU remains unreleased and unannounced by Intel, it’s understandable why no specification information is provided by the French retailer PC21. The listed price roughly converts to around $675 USD. For context, the Intel Core i9-14900K (non-KS) we reviewed here debuted with a launch price of $589.
Anticipate that this slightly superior i9-14900KS variant will likely command a price $100-$120 higher than its non-KS counterpart. For comparison, during the Intel 13th Gen lineup, the company introduced the i9-13900KS at $699, while the non-KS i9-13900K had a launch price of $589.
Given the timing of these retailer listings, it’s anticipated that the new Intel Core i9-14900KS will launch imminently. Comparatively, when the i9-13900KS was introduced, it arrived three months after the release of other 13th Gen desktop processors. The latest Intel Core 14th Gen lineup, based on the Raptor Lake Refresh architecture, debuted in October 2023.
Based on this timeline, speculation suggests that the i9-14900KS could hit the market very soon, potentially even before the end of Q1 2024. March 2024 aligns with rumors circulating about its release, but if not then, it should likely be launched before June. Previous coverage addressing the 14900KS leaks can be found here.
It’s important to note that all of this remains speculative, as we cannot ascertain Intel’s exact plans. However, given the numerous leaks surrounding the i9-14900KS, there’s a high expectation for Intel’s fastest processor to arrive in the near future.
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