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Square green CPU with gold contacts and silver heatspreader labeled Core i7-7700

Intel

Intel Core i7-7700 3.6 GHz quad-core desktop processor

SKU CH-VJ38-EXNM5

Quad-core desktop processor with eight threads, 3.6 GHz base clock, 4.20 GHz turbo, LGA 1151 socket, 65 W TDP and Intel HD Graphics 630

  • Product nameCore i7-7700
  • CPU coresQuad-Core
  • CPU socketLGA 1151
  • Maximum turbo clock4.2 GHz
  • Processor classDesktop
  • CPU threads8-Threads
  • Quad-core design with eight threads handles multi-tasking workloads
  • 6 GHz base clock and 4.20 GHz max turbo boost responsive performance
  • Intel HD Graphics 630 drives 4K and 360 video without a discrete card
  • DDR3L and DDR4 memory support up to 2400 MHz fits existing platforms
  • 65 W TDP keeps thermal demands manageable in compact builds

Core i7-7700 Quad-Core Processor

The Intel Core i7-7700 is a desktop CPU with four cores and eight threads built for LGA 1151 motherboards. It runs at a 3.6 GHz base frequency and reaches a 4.20 GHz maximum turbo frequency. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 630 handles display output without a separate card. This processor suits everyday productivity and light content creation.

65 W Thermal Design and Quiet Operation

Rated at 65 W the chip fits standard cooling solutions and keeps noise low during typical workloads. Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 raises clocks only when thermal headroom exists. Power draw stays modest for a quad-core design. The integrated graphics share the same thermal envelope.

DDR3L and DDR4 Memory Flexibility

The memory controller supports DDR3L at 1333 and 1600 speeds as well as DDR4 at 2133 and 2400 speeds. This lets builders reuse existing modules or choose newer sticks. Thunderbolt 3 support on compatible boards adds high-speed peripheral options. No discrete graphics card is required for 4K video playback.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $66.99
Cheaper than about 79% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
Maximum turbo clock 4.2 GHz
Lower than about 80% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product lineCore i7 7th Gen
Product nameCore i7-7700
Performance
Working frequency3.6 GHz
Processor
CPU coresQuad-Core
CPU socketLGA 1151
Maximum turbo clock4.2 GHz
Processor classDesktop
CPU threads8-Threads
Memory
Supported memoryDDR3L 1333 / DDR3L 1600 / DDR4 2133 / DDR4 2400
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel HD Graphics 630

Questions about this item

How do I install the Intel Core i7-7700 into the LGA 1151 socket without bending pins?

Align the notches on the processor with the socket keys, lower it gently without force, then close the retention lever; the common mistake is pressing down before the chip sits flat.

What maintenance will the Intel Core i7-7700 need after extended use?

Replace the thermal paste between the CPU heatspreader and cooler every few years; dust the heatsink fins and verify the fan spins freely to maintain the 65 W thermal envelope.

At what point does the Intel Core i7-7700 hit its thermal limit during sustained loads?

The 65 W TDP ceiling is reached first; if cooling cannot dissipate that heat, the processor will throttle below the 3.6 GHz base frequency to stay within its thermal budget.

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