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Intel Core i7-4960X processor in retail packaging

Intel

Intel i7-4960XProduct 3.60 GHz 6-core switch module

SKU CH-4N6Q-6K8Y6 MPN i7-4960XProduct

Six-core desktop processor running at 3.60 GHz with 15 MB L3 cache and 130 W TDP

  • Plug typeProcessor
  • Six cores handle heavy multitasking and rendering workloads
  • 60 GHz base clock delivers responsive single-thread speed
  • 15 MB L3 cache keeps large data sets close to the cores
  • 22 nm process technology balances performance and power draw
  • 130 W thermal design power fits standard desktop cooling solutions

Intel Core i7-4960X Hexa-core 3.60 GHz Processor

This 4th generation Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition desktop processor delivers six cores at 3.60 GHz with a 4 GHz overclocking speed. It features 1.50 MB L2 cache, 15 MB L3 cache, and a 5 GT/s Direct Media Interface. The 22 nm part uses Socket R LGA-2011 and carries a 130 W TDP.

Who this suits and who it does not suit

Builders wanting a six-core LGA-2011 CPU for heavy multitasking and multimedia workloads will find this Extreme Edition part fits the platform. Buyers who need a lower thermal envelope or a different socket should look elsewhere.

Deciding specification: 130 W TDP

The 130 W thermal design power and Socket R LGA-2011 requirement are the critical constraints. Your motherboard and cooling must support this power level and socket type for the processor to operate.

How it compares

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Price $1,510.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameIntel
Power
Plug typeProcessor

Questions about this item

What does the 3.60 GHz clock speed mean for actual workloads on this 6-core processor?

The 3.60 GHz base clock runs across all six cores, with a 4 GHz overclocking ceiling, giving strong single-thread and multi-thread throughput for rendering and heavy multitasking

How does the 5 GT/s Direct Media Interface limit real-world bandwidth?

The 5 GT/s DMI link caps peak throughput at roughly 4 GB/s between the CPU and chipset, so high-speed storage or add-in cards share that ceiling

What cooler clearance and socket does the LGA-2011 package need?

It fits Socket R LGA-2011 motherboards; the 2.1-inch square footprint and 130 W TDP require a cooler rated for at least that thermal load

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