Intel Core i9-9820X

Intel Core i9-9820X

About processor

The Intel Core i9-9820X is a powerful desktop processor with impressive specs. Its Skylake-X architecture, 14 nm technology, 10 cores, and 20 threads make it suitable for demanding tasks such as gaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking. With a large L3 cache of 16.5 MB, this processor delivers fast and efficient performance. The 165W TDP indicates that this processor is high-powered and may require robust cooling solutions, but in return, it offers exceptional processing capabilities. In benchmark tests, the Core i9-9820X performs admirably, with a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1382 and a Multi Core score of 8494, showcasing its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Overall, the Intel Core i9-9820X is a solid choice for users who require top-tier performance for their computing needs. Whether you're a professional content creator, a hardcore gamer, or a power user who demands the best, this processor is capable of delivering the computing power you need to tackle even the most demanding tasks.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
October 2018
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 i9-9820X
Code Name
Skylake-X
Generation
Core i9 (X-Series 9th Gen)

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
10
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
20
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 4.2 GHz
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache
16.5 MB (shared)
Multiplier
33.0x
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 2066
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.
14 nm
TDP
165 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

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
?
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
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
1382
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
8494
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1057
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
8880
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2450
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
19996

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1483 +7.3%
1348 -2.5%
1302 -5.8%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
9507 +11.9%
8863 +4.3%
8052 -5.2%
7515 -11.5%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1101 +4.2%
1075 +1.7%
1034 -2.2%
1012 -4.3%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
10079 +13.5%
9412 +6%
8274 -6.8%
7887 -11.2%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2534 +3.4%
2498 +2%
2423 -1.1%
2385 -2.7%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
21780 +8.9%
20863 +4.3%
19213 -3.9%
18635 -6.8%