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Intel Core i7 9700 desktop CPU silver heat spreader with gold contact pads

Intel

Intel Core i7-9700 8-Core desktop processor OEM

SKU CH-VZ4B-GX4SV

Eight-core desktop processor reaching 4.7 GHz turbo with 12 MB L3 cache, integrated UHD 630 graphics, and 65 W TDP for LGA 1151 (300 Series) boards

  • Product nameCore i7-9700
  • CPU cores8-Core
  • CPU socketLGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • TDP rating65 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • Processor codenameCoffee Lake
  • 8 cores and 8 threads handle parallel workloads efficiently
  • Max turbo frequency reaches 4.7 GHz for demanding single-thread tasks
  • 12 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency across all cores
  • Integrated UHD Graphics 630 runs up to 1.2 GHz for display output
  • 65 W base power keeps thermal requirements manageable

Intel Core i7-9700 8-Core Desktop Processor

The Intel Core i7-9700 is an 8-core desktop processor built on the Coffee Lake architecture for the LGA 1151 (300 Series) socket. It delivers a 3.0 GHz base frequency and a 4.7 GHz max turbo frequency with a 65W TDP. The chip includes Intel UHD Graphics 630 and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory.

Sustained Load Behaviour

With eight physical cores and eight threads, the processor handles parallel workloads such as video encoding and compilation without relying on hyper-threading. The 12MB L3 cache and 14nm process help maintain clocks during extended sessions while the 65W thermal envelope keeps cooling requirements moderate.

Upgrade Path From 4-Core 8th Gen

Moving from a 4-core 8th Gen part to this 8-core 9th Gen CPU doubles the core count and raises the max turbo to 4.7 GHz. The jump is worthwhile when workloads scale across threads, such as streaming while gaming or running virtual machines. A 300-series motherboard is required for compatibility.

How it compares

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

Price $127.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 8-Core
Typical for this category: the median of 271 items is 8.
TDP rating 65 W
Lower than about 60% of the 320 comparable items (median 95 W).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product lineCore i7 9th Gen
Product nameCore i7-9700
Performance
Working frequency3.0 GHz
Bus speed8 GT/s
Processor
CPU cores8-Core
CPU socketLGA 1151 (300 Series)
TDP rating65 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameCoffee Lake
CPU threads8-Threads
Level 2 cache8 × 256 KB
Level 3 cache12 MB
Process node14 nm
Virtualization supportYes
Max PCIe lanes16
Memory
Channel configuration2
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
GPU base clock350 MHz
Graphics max dynamic frequency1.2 GHz
Ports & slots
PCIe generation3.0
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 11

Questions about this item

Does this processor come with a cooler?

No, the package contains the processor only; a compatible LGA 1151 cooler must be purchased separately.

Which motherboards will accept this CPU?

Only motherboards built on the Intel 300 Series chipset with an LGA 1151 socket are supported.

What memory type and speed does the chip officially support?

It runs dual-channel DDR4; the integrated memory controller handles standard JEDEC speeds for the platform.

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