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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-14600KF vs Core i5-2450M

The Core i5-14600KF is much faster than the Core i5-2450M on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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$399.00View CPUAll CPUs

Up to 302% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 12 years newer
Available for $399.00

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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Counter-Strike 22023

Core i5-14600KF

728FPS

Core i5-2450M

336FPS

Dota 22013

Core i5-14600KF

288FPS

Core i5-2450M

169FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i5-14600KF

223FPS

Core i5-2450M

182FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i5-14600KF

392FPS

Core i5-2450M

111FPS

Valorant2020

Core i5-14600KF

769FPS

Core i5-2450M

538FPS

Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i5-14600KF

258FPS

Core i5-2450M

208FPS

Minecraft2011

Core i5-14600KF

806FPS

Core i5-2450M

577FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i5-14600KF

326FPS

Core i5-2450M

333FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i5-14600KF

66%

Core i5-2450M

Core i5-14600KF ranks 58 points higher.

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Core i5-14600KF

Core i5-2450M

Core i5-14600KF has 12 more cores.

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Core i5-14600KF

Core i5-2450M

Core i5-14600KF has 16 more threads.

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Core i5-14600KF

24 MB

Core i5-2450M

3 MB

Core i5-14600KF has 21 MB more L3 cache.

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Core i5-14600KF

3.5 GHz

Core i5-2450M

2.5 GHz

Core i5-14600KF has a 40% higher base clock.

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5.3 GHz

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125W

35W

Core i5-2450M draws 90W less power.

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Core i5-14600KF

$399.00

Core i5-2450M

Core i5-14600KFCore i5-2450M

LGA1700

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LGAG2 (988B)

Raptor Lake-R

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Sandy Bridge

Desktop

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Mobile

No Integrated Graphics

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Intel HD 3000

3200 MHz (DDR4), 5600 MHz (DDR5)

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DDR3

Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-14600KF or Core i5-2450M?expand_more

The Core i5-14600KF. It's 725% faster than the Core i5-2450M on average across 100+ games, scoring 66/100 vs 8/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i5-14600KF than Core i5-2450M?expand_more

725% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.

aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-14600KF or Core i5-2450M?expand_more

The Core i5-14600KF is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i5-14600KF worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 66/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-14600KF and Core i5-2450M?expand_more

Performance: Core i5-14600KF scores 66/100, Core i5-2450M scores 8/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i5-14600KF or Core i5-2450M bottleneck my PC?expand_more

Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.

upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i5-14600KF or Core i5-2450M?expand_more

The Core i5-14600KF is the stronger pick at 66/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.