SOLD AS-IS, NO RETURNS. READ COMPLETE DESCRIPTION BEFORE PURCHASE.
Up for sale is one (1) Intel i9-14900KS CPU. These CPUs, as with many other CPUs in this and the previous generation of Intel processors, are known to experience degradation, especially when used with 3rd party motherboards with automatic overclocking and power limit adjustment tunes. As a result, I cannot guarantee that the CPU you will receive will be able to function reliably at stock frequencies with any kind of auto overclocking or turbo enabled, and I would strongly recommend disabling these features immediately after installation to prevent any further damage to the CPU.
I have tested every CPU being sold in this listing to successfully:
- Install Windows 11
- Boot to Windows 11 desktop
- Complete minimum 5 Cinebench 2024 multi-core benchmarks
- No crashes/blue screens/unexpected reboots throughout the entire process
During this testing, I had the following test conditions:
- Asrock B670M motherboard
- Intel Turbo Boost Technology disabled
- Silicon Power DDR5 32GB 2x16GB 6000MT/s CL36
- Thermalright Peerless Assassin cooler
Under these conditions, each CPU ran at base frequency with no automatic motherboard overclocking and successfully completed all testing without incident. I did not attempt to run any CPU with any type of overclocking, including Intel Turbo Boost, to prevent any potential further damage. Under the above test conditions, I can guarantee that every CPU shipped will function as intended, however I cannot guarantee any functionality over running at base frequency and I will not allow returns should the CPU you receive fail to perform tasks when running with Turbo Boost or overclocking enabled.
If you do not feel comfortable making changes in your motherboard BIOS to ensure this CPU will work reliably, I would not recommend purchasing a CPU from this listing. If I were setting up one of these CPUs for myself, I would try undervolting the CPU as much as possible and setting the frequency around the base frequency mark to ensure maximum longevity. I cannot provide technical support for your unique setup.
CPU only, comes as shown. No further accessories, boxes, manuals, etc, will be included.
All orders will ship within 3 business days of order. I ship with whatever service is most convenient and/or cheapest. Almost always, this means USPS on smaller/lighter items and UPS/Fedex on larger/heavier items. If you have a particular carrier you'd prefer I ship with, I can make accommodations if you pay the difference in postage.
Returns: I do not accept returns.