Intel Core i7-14700HX
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

High-end

The Intel Core i7-14700HX 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 €1772, at an average price of €2502.

Above €1999 there are clearly better options: for that money the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is 36% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core i7-14700HX a good processor?

The Intel Core i7-14700HX 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 30 of 241 and delivers 58.4% 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 i7-14700HX from?

Intel Core i7-14700HX came out in 2024.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core i7-14700HX?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core i7-14700HX cost?

It is currently fitted in 8 laptops from €1772, at an average price of €2502.

Which alternative is worth it?

Above €1999 there are clearly better options: for that money the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is 36% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Specs

Model i7-14700HX
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel® Core™ i7
Socket BGA 1964
Boost frequency 5,5 GHz
Cores 20
Threads 28
Frequency 2,1 GHz
Cache 33 MB
Bus type DMI4
Configurable TDP-down 35 W
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation Intel® Core™ i7 (14th gen)
Base power 55 W
Maximum turbo power 157 W
Efficient-core base frequency 1,5 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 2,1 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,9 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 5,5 GHz
Performance cores 8
Efficient cores 12
Performance-core boost frequency 2,1 GHz
Low Power Efficient-cores 12

Performance summary

#30 of 241
Relative performance 58.4%
Laptops 8
Price from €1772
Average price €2502

Recommended alternatives

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

Our pick AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 79.7% From €1999 AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX 89.6% From €2299 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 89.1% From €2172 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 77.3% From €2280

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