The i9-14900KS appears similar in specs to its predecessor, the i9-14900K, with a 24-core "Tetracosa-core" setup, 32MB of L2 cache, 36MB of L3 cache, and UHD 770 integrated graphics. The i9-14900KS showcases Intel's push to extend frequency limits, though this comes at the cost of higher power usage. Tests have shown it could use up to 410W at peak, ranking it among the most energy-demanding processors in the current hybrid-CPU landscape. However, applying standard power limits can reduce energy use while slightly limiting multi-core performance.

While the price has not been officially announced, it's speculated that the i9-14900KS will be priced at around $699, similar to its predecessor, making it a high-end option. This raises questions about its value compared to the slightly less expensive i9-14900K.The release date for the i9-14900KS has not been confirmed, though there are hints at an upcoming launch, possibly to get ahead of Intel's next-gen 15th Gen Arrow Lake-S CPUs and avoid impacting sales of the new generation.