Intel's Core i9-14900KS Set for March Launch, Touted as Fastest-Clocked Chip
The special edition CPU will feature a 6.2GHz boost speed and high power usage, with a price tag of around $750.
- Intel's Core i9-14900KS, a special edition CPU, is rumored to launch next month with a 6.2GHz boost speed, making it the fastest-clocked chip on the planet.
- The processor is expected to have a high power usage, potentially topping 400W when pushed hard, and will not include a stock cooler due to its power requirements.
- Retailers have listed the Core i9-14900KS at around $750-$765 in the US, with some listings suggesting a mid-March release date.
- The CPU will feature 24 cores and 32 threads, with a base TDP of 150W and a PL2 rating of around 300W.
- Leaked photos of the Core i9-14900KS packaging suggest the launch is imminent, despite rumors of possible delays.