Intel Core i7-8700 Coffee Lake desktop processor OEM

Purpose and audience

The Intel Core i7-8700 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on the Coffee Lake architecture for the LGA 1151 socket. It targets users who need strong multi-threaded performance in a 65 W envelope and who are pairing the chip with an Intel 300-series motherboard.

Sustained-load behaviour

With a base frequency of 3.2 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 4.6 GHz, the processor maintains elevated clocks across all six cores during extended workloads. The 14 nm process and 65 W thermal design power allow it to hold higher frequencies for longer periods than lower-power parts, while the 12 MB L2 cache and 16 PCIe 3.0 lanes keep data flowing to the execution units.

Thermals noise and power

Rated at 65 W TDP, the CPU runs cool enough for standard tower coolers and compact chassis when a suitable heatsink is fitted. The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 operates at a 350 MHz base frequency, adding minimal heat during non-gaming tasks. Because the OEM package ships without a fan, system integrators can choose a cooling solution matched to their acoustic targets.