Intel Core i3-12100F vs Intel Core i7-14700K

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i3-12100F and Intel Core i7-14700K CPUs. The Intel Core i3-12100F is 274% slower and 391% cheaper than Intel Core i7-14700K.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i3-12100F
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PRICE£66.97£329
CPU MARK1401552383
VALUE209159
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP58W125W
EFFICIENCY242419
CORES4 x 3.30 GHz8 x 3.40 GHz
TURBO4.30 GHz5.60 GHz
THREADS34444472
DATEQ1/2022Q4/2023

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-12100F

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 5 4600G
16064
£77.97
AMD Ryzen 5 4500
16091
£59.98
AMD Ryzen 3 4300G
10962
£71.97

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-14700K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
51402
£393.66
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£458.99
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£529.98

Is Intel Core i3-12100F better than Intel Core i7-14700K?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i3-12100F offers a better deal than the Intel Core i7-14700K by 24%.


The Intel Core i3-12100F is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 58 watts and a CPUMark score of 14015. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 242. The Intel Core i7-14700K efficiency score is 419. So, the Intel Core i7-14700K leads by 73%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.