i7-12700K vs i7-14700K
Used processors: UK sold prices and specifications.
A used i7-14700K sells for £56.63 more than a used i7-12700K.Medians of 32 UK sales and 34 UK sales in the last 90 days.
| Model | Target Price | Range of sales, 90 days | Sales | 3-month | New from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core i7-12700K12 cores / 20 threads, LGA1700, 125W, Alder Lake£112£306 | £196.35 | £112£306 | |||
| Core i7-14700K20 cores / 28 threads, LGA1700, 125W, Raptor Lake Refresh£112£306 | £252.98 | £112£306 |
The i7-12700K has 12 cores and 20 threads, and the i7-14700K 20 cores and 28 threads. Both fit LGA1700 boards. Per core, a used i7-12700K costs £16.36 and a used i7-14700K £12.65. The i7-14700K came out in 2023 and the i7-12700K in 2021.
Specification
| Specification | i7-12700K | i7-14700K |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel | Intel |
| Family | Core 12th gen | Core 14th gen |
| Released | 2021 | 2023 |
| Architecture | Alder Lake | Raptor Lake Refresh |
| Cores / threads | 12 / 20 (8P+4E) | 20 / 28 (8P+12E) |
| Max boost | 5.0GHz | 5.6GHz |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1700 |
| Memory | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |
| Base power | 125W | 125W |
| Integrated graphics | Yes | Yes |
Which to buy used
Both fit LGA1700. The 14700K has 20 cores against 12 and is faster, but it is covered by Intel's voltage instability fault, which does not affect 12th generation chips. The 12700K is the lower-risk used buy.