Intel Core i7-10700KF

Intel Core i7-10700KF

About processor

The Intel Core i7-10700KF is a high-performance processor designed for desktop computing. Built on the Comet Lake architecture and manufactured using 14nm technology, this CPU boasts 8 cores and 16 threads, making it a powerhouse for multitasking and heavy workloads. With a TDP of 125W, the i7-10700KF is a power-hungry chip, but its performance more than justifies the energy consumption. In Geekbench 6 tests, it scored an impressive 1695 in single-core performance and 8138 in multi-core performance, showcasing its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks with ease. The processor's high clock speeds and ample cache make it ideal for gaming, content creation, and demanding professional applications. Additionally, its unlocked multiplier provides overclocking potential for enthusiasts looking to push the processor even further. In terms of value, the i7-10700KF offers excellent performance for its price point, making it a compelling choice for users seeking a powerful CPU without breaking the bank. Overall, the Intel Core i7-10700KF is a solid performer that delivers exceptional multitasking capabilities and is well-suited for a wide range of desktop computing needs.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
April 2020
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
i7-10700KF
Code Name
Comet Lake

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
8
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
16
Basic Frequency
3.80 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
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Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
5.10 GHz
L3 Cache
16 MB
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
FCLGA1200
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14 nm
TDP
125 W
Max. Operating Temperature
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Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
100°C
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
3.0
Instruction Set
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The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
64-bit

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4-2933
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
128 GB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
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Max Memory bandwidth is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored into a semiconductor memory by the processor (in GB/s).
45.8 GB/s
Bus Speed
8 GT/s

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1695
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
8138
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1214
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
6750
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
3048
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
18698

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1696 +0.1%
1693 -0.1%
1691 -0.2%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
8151 +0.2%
8142 +0%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1212 -0.2%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
3059 +0.4%
3046 -0.1%
3044 -0.1%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
18721 +0.1%
18719 +0.1%
18679 -0.1%
18679 -0.1%