Intel Core i7-3960X
About processor
The Intel Core i7-3960X is a powerful and high-performance processor designed for desktop computers. With a code name of Sandy Bridge-E, this processor is built on a 32nm technology and features 6 cores and 12 threads, making it ideal for multitasking and demanding applications. The large 15MB L3 cache ensures quick access to frequently used data, while the 130W TDP provides sufficient power for intensive tasks.
In terms of performance, the Intel Core i7-3960X excels in both single-core and multi-core operations. It achieves a Geekbench 6 score of 658 in single-core tasks, showcasing its ability to handle individual processes with speed and efficiency. In multi-core tasks, it achieves an impressive score of 3214, demonstrating its capability to tackle complex workloads and multi-threaded applications with ease.
Overall, the Intel Core i7-3960X is a top-tier processor that delivers exceptional performance and reliability for desktop computing. Whether it's for gaming, content creation, or professional work, this processor is a solid choice for users who demand uncompromising speed and power from their computing hardware.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
November 2011
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.
Core i7-3960X
Code Name
Sandy Bridge-E
Generation
Core i7 Extreme (Sandy Bridge-E)
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).
6
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
12
Basic Frequency
3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
?
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.
up to 3.9 GHz
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
256 KB (per core)
L3 Cache
15 MB (shared)
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
Multiplier
33.0x
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 2011
Multiplier Unlocked
Yes
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.
32 nm
TDP
130 W
PCI Express Version
?
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.
Gen 3, 40 Lanes (CPU only)
Transistors
2,270 million
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.
DDR3
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
Quad-channel
ECC Memory
No
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
N/A
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
658
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
3214
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
828
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
4928
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1795
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
8383
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core