The Intel Core i3-14100F is an entry-level desktop processor designed for everyday computing, casual gaming, and office productivity. Built on Intel's 14th generation architecture, it delivers reliable performance for users who need a capable system without breaking the bank. Because it lacks integrated graphics, you will need a dedicated graphics card to complete your build. This processor features 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 3.5GHz that boosts up to 4.7GHz when needed. The 12MB cache helps with responsive multitasking and smooth application performance. With a 58W base power draw, it runs efficiently and stays cool under typical workloads, making it an excellent choice for compact or budget-conscious builds. Designed for the LGA1700 socket, the i3-14100F is compatible with Intel 600- and 700-series motherboards, including B660, H610, B760, and H770 chipsets. A stock cooler is included in the retail box, so you can install and run the processor straight away without purchasing additional cooling. This chip is ideal for home office setups, light gaming rigs paired with a mid-range GPU, or entry-level workstations. Processor Processor manufacturer Intel Processor family Intel® Core™ i3 Processor generation Intel® Core™ i3 (14th gen) Processor model i3-14100F Processor cores 4 Processor socket LGA 1700 Cooler included Yes Processor threads 8 Processor operating modes 64-bit Performance cores 4 Processor boost frequency 4.7 GHz Performance-core boost frequency 4.7 GHz Performance-core base frequency 3.5 GHz Processor cache 12 MB Processor cache type Smart Cache Maximum turbo power 110 W Processor base power 58 W Stepping H0 Maximum number of DMI lanes 8 Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max) 76.8 GB/s Processor codename Raptor Lake Processor ARK ID 236786 Memory Maximum internal memory supported by processor 192 GB Memory types supported by processor DDR4-SDRAM, DDR5-SDRAM Memory channels Dual-channel Memory bandwidth (max) 76.8 GB/s Graphics Discrete graphics card No On-board graphics card No On-board graphics card model Not available Discrete graphics card model Not available Features Thermal Monitoring Technologies Yes Idle States Yes Execute Disable Bit Yes Market segment Desktop Use conditions PC/Client/Tablet Maximum number of PCI Express lanes 20 PCI Express slots version 4.0, 5.0 PCI Express configurations 1x16+1x4, 2x8+1x4 Supported instruction sets AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2 Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision 4.0 CPU configuration (max) 1 Embedded options available No Scalability 1S Harmonized System (HS) code 8542310001 Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) 5A992C Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) 740.17B1 Processor special features Intel® Speed Shift Technology Yes Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Yes Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) Yes Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) Yes Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator (Intel® GNA) 3.0 Yes Intel® Control-flow Enforcement Technology (CET) Yes Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM) Yes Intel® Boot Guard Yes Intel® OS Guard Yes Intel® Secure Key Yes Mode-based Execute Control (MBE) Yes Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD) Yes Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) Yes Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) Yes Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) Yes Intel 64 Yes Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) Yes General Product series i3 Product family Core Operational conditions Tjunction 100 °C Packaging data Package type Box Technical details Status Launched Launch date Q1'24 Weight & dimensions Processor package size 45 x 37.5 mm Other features L2 cache 5120 KB Maximum internal memory 192 GB