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Intel Core i7 14700K 20-core LGA1700

81.1 Servers Score
20C/28T5.6GHz33MB L3LGA1700125W
Why we recommend this

The 20-core hybrid architecture with 8 P-cores boosting to 5.6GHz delivers a 51,966 PassMark multi-core score, making it a strong upgrade for mixed workloads on the LGA1700 platform. Its unlocked multiplier and broad DDR5/DDR4 support offer flexible overclocking and platform compatibility across 600 and 700 series chipsets. This processor is best for gamers and streamers who need high frame rates alongside multi-threaded productivity like video rendering.

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Intel ULTRA 5 250K

80.9 Servers Score
18C/18T5.3GHz30MB L3LGA 1851125W
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The 3nm Arrow Lake Refresh architecture and 18-core hybrid design deliver a 37,558 PassMark multi-core score, making it a strong productivity engine with PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 support. Its unlocked multiplier on the LGA 1851 socket provides straightforward overclocking headroom, while the 30MB L2 cache reduces latency in cache-sensitive workloads. This processor is best for AI developers and multitasking professionals who need high parallel throughput but do not rely on discrete-level integrated graphics.

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Intel HH80563QH0368M

76.8 Servers Score
4C/52T3.4GHz39MB L3LGA 6185W
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Intel Xeon Gold 6132

74.8 Servers Score
16C/32T3.4GHz64MB L3LGA 3647140W
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Intel SR3HQ

56.9 Servers Score
12C/24T3.0GHz16.5MB L3LGA 364785W
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Intel Xeon W 2225 4-core LGA2066

55.7 Servers Score
4C/8T4.6GHz8.25MB L3LGA 2066105W
Why we recommend this ▼

The 4-core, 8-thread Xeon W-2225 delivers a 4.6GHz boost clock and ECC memory support on the LGA 2066 socket, making it a stable entry-level workstation chip. Its 105W TDP and 14nm architecture provide reliable, validated performance for single-socket server boards. This processor is best for IT administrators building a basic file server or running light, mission-critical applications that require error-correcting memory.

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Intel Core i9 X-Series 9820X 10-core LGA2066

54.8 Servers Score
10C/20T4.1GHz17MB L3LGA 2066165W
Why we recommend this ▼

The 10-core, 20-thread design with a 4.1GHz boost clock and quad-channel DDR4-2666 memory support delivers strong parallel throughput for heavily threaded workloads. Its unlocked multiplier on the LGA 2066 socket allows for overclocking headroom, though the 165W TDP demands robust cooling. This processor is best for workstation users running sustained multi-threaded productivity tasks who need more PCIe lanes than mainstream platforms offer.

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Intel CD8067303561900

45.9 Servers Score
8C/8T3.4GHz11MB L3LGA 364785W
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Intel BX80619I73960X

43.9 Servers Score
6C/12T3.9GHz15MB L3LGA 2011130W
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LF80537GG0564M

43.2 Servers Score
2C/8T4.2GHz8MB L3LGA 77565W
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Intel INTBX80715G6900

41.1 Servers Score
2C/2T3.4GHz4MB L3LGA170046W
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