Intel Core i7-14650HX
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

High-end

The Intel Core i7-14650HX is a high-end processor. It is a high-power chip (55 W): it performs like a desktop, and it also weighs, sounds and drinks like one. It came out in 2024.

It is currently fitted in 8 laptops from €1299, at an average price of €1907.

Above €1664 there are clearly better options: for that money the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is 58% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core i7-14650HX a good processor?

The Intel Core i7-14650HX is a high-end processor. It is a high-power chip (55 W): it performs like a desktop, and it also weighs, sounds and drinks like one. It ranks 45 of 243 and delivers 53.6% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the HX mean in Intel processors?

The HX marks Intel's highest-power line: 55 W, derived from desktop parts. It performs the most, at the cost of weight, noise and battery.

What year is the Intel Core i7-14650HX from?

Intel Core i7-14650HX came out in 2024.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core i7-14650HX?

The closest in performance is AMD RYZEN AI MAX+ 388.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core i7-14650HX cost?

It is currently fitted in 8 laptops from €1299, at an average price of €1907.

Which alternative is worth it?

Above €1664 there are clearly better options: for that money the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is 58% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Specs

Model i7-14650HX
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel® Core™ i7
Socket BGA 1964
Boost frequency 5,2 GHz
Cores 16
Threads 24
Frequency 2,2 GHz
Cache 30 MB
Operating modes 64-bit
Tjunction 100 °C
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation Intel® Core™ i7 (14th gen)
Base power 55 W
Maximum turbo power 157 W
Efficient-core base frequency 1,6 GHz
Efficient-core boost frequency 1,6 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 2,2 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,7 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 5,2 GHz
Performance cores 8
Efficient cores 8
Performance-core boost frequency 2,2 GHz

Performance summary

#45 of 243
Relative performance 53.6%
Laptops 8
Price from €1299
Average price €1907

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also high-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX 84.9% From €1664 AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 79.7% From €1779 Intel Core i7-14700HX 58.4% From €1380

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