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

The Intel CM8071505092207 is a Core i3-14100F desktop processor that gives budget-conscious builders reliable speed for everyday computing. With four physical cores and eight threads, it keeps web browsing, document work, and light creative tasks feeling smooth. A base frequency of 3.5 GHz handles routine activity, while turbo speeds up to 4.7 GHz step in when games or demanding applications need extra headroom.

This processor does not include integrated graphics, so it pairs naturally with a dedicated graphics card in entry-level gaming systems or workstations already planning for a discrete GPU. Its memory controller accepts either DDR4 or DDR5 modules, letting you reuse existing components or move to newer, faster kits. Support for PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 keeps modern solid-state drives and graphics cards supplied with plenty of bandwidth.

Board choice is straightforward because the i3-14100F works with Intel 600 and 700 series chipsets. Some 600 series motherboards may need a BIOS update before first boot, so checking compatibility in advance saves time. The processor’s 58 W base power draw stays friendly to compact cases, and it can pull up to 110 W during heavy bursts. Since a cooler is not included, you can choose one that matches your noise and thermal goals.

Students, home office users, and casual gamers will appreciate how the i3-14100F balances price with capability, making it an easy pick for a first build or a cost-effective upgrade to a system that needs modern connections and faster memory.

• Four cores and eight threads support smooth multitasking
• 3.5 GHz base clock, boosts up to 4.7 GHz
• Works with DDR4 and DDR5 memory, up to 192 GB total
• PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 connectivity for high-bandwidth devices
• No integrated graphics, requires a discrete GPU
• Compatible with Intel 600 and 700 series motherboards; some 600 series boards may need a BIOS update
• 58 W base power, up to 110 W under heavy load
• Cooling solution not included