Intel Core i3-14100F 12M Cache Up to 4.70 GHz 4 Core 8 Threads Desktop Processor

The Intel BX8071514100F is a desktop processor that brings four performance cores and eight processing threads to everyday builds, giving students, home office users, and casual gamers a solid foundation without overextending the budget. Each core runs at 3.5 GHz and can climb to 4.7 GHz when an application demands extra speed, so web browsers, office suites, and popular esports titles launch quickly and stay responsive.

With 12 MB of Intel Smart Cache, frequently accessed data stays close to the cores, cutting down on wait times when you switch between tasks. The processor also supports PCIe 5.0 technology, allowing fast graphics cards and high-speed storage devices to operate at full potential. Builders can choose either modern DDR5 memory at up to 4800 MT/s or cost-effective DDR4 memory at up to 3200 MT/s, with headroom for as much as 192 GB in total.

Because the Core i3-14100F lacks integrated graphics, a discrete graphics card is required. This setup is ideal if you already plan to add a dedicated GPU for gaming or creative applications, and it leaves you free to pick any card that matches your performance goals. The boxed package includes Intel’s Laminar RM1 cooler, which installs easily on LGA 1700 motherboards and keeps the processor quiet under daily workloads, giving first-time builders one less component to source.

Whether you are assembling a compact workstation for remote work, a family PC for streaming and homework, or a budget gaming rig that targets popular competitive titles, the Intel Core i3-14100F offers the speed, flexibility, and upgrade path to make the project straightforward and rewarding.

• Four performance cores with eight processing threads handle multitasking for office work, browsing, and light content creation
• Base frequency of 3.5 GHz boosts up to 4.7 GHz for extra performance when workloads spike
• 12 MB Intel Smart Cache helps reduce latency and improve application responsiveness
• PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 support enable high-bandwidth connections for next-generation graphics cards and NVMe SSDs
• Compatible with up to 192 GB of DDR5 4800 MT/s or DDR4 3200 MT/s memory, depending on motherboard choice
• No integrated graphics; requires a discrete GPU, giving builders freedom to select a card that fits their needs
• Includes Intel Laminar RM1 air cooler for quiet, reliable thermal management out of the box
• Designed for LGA 1700 socket motherboards in the 600- and 700-series chipset families