Core i7-14700K vs Core Ultra 7 270K Plus
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (79 vs 78).
- Cores: Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 24 vs 20.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-14700K 125 W, Core Ultra 7 270K Plus 125 W.
- Age: the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is 3 years newer (2026 vs 2023).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs LGA1851), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-14700K | Core Ultra 7 270K Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 79 | 78 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 14th Gen | Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus |
| Released | 2023 | 2026 |
| Cores | 20 | 24 |
| Threads | 28 | 24 |
| Base clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.6 GHz | 5.5 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1851 |