Intel's Raptor Lake Refresh: More Power, Worth the Upgrade?

Intel has unveiled its 14th Gen Core desktop processors, a refresh of the Raptor Lake architecture, with increased clock speeds and core counts. The lineup includes the flagship Core i9-14900K, the enthusiast-class Core i7-14700K, and the mainstream Core i5-14600K. The processors feature P-cores and E-cores, fit into the same socket as previous generations, and are compatible with 600 and 700 series chipsets. Intel has introduced performance optimization modes for gamers and an AI-assisted overclocking tool. The processors are priced competitively, with the Core i5-14600KF starting at $294 and the Core i9-14900K at $589.