Intel Core i7-4960X
About processor
The Intel Core i7-4960X processor is a powerful option for desktop users looking for high-end performance. With a code name of Ivy Bridge-E and a 22 nm technology, this processor boasts a total of 6 cores and 12 threads, making it capable of handling demanding tasks with ease. The substantial 15 MB L3 cache further contributes to its impressive speed and efficiency.
With a TDP of 130 W, this processor is definitely a high-power option, so it will require a robust cooling system to prevent overheating. However, this power comes with significant benefits, as demonstrated by its Geekbench 6 scores of 725 for single-core performance and 3327 for multi-core performance. These scores showcase its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications without breaking a sweat.
Overall, the Intel Core i7-4960X processor is a top-of-the-line choice for users who require exceptional performance for tasks such as gaming, video editing, 3D rendering, and more. While it may come with a higher price tag, the power and speed it offers make it a worthwhile investment for those who demand nothing but the best from their desktop processor.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
September 2013
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 i7-4960X
Code Name
Ivy Bridge-E
Generation
Core i7 Extreme (Ivy 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
3.6 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 4 GHz
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
256 KB (per core)
L3 Cache
15 MB (shared)
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
Multiplier
36.0x
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.
22 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
Transistors
1,860 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
725
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
3327
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
802
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
4514
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2081
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
10081
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