The Intel Core i7-3960X is a low-tier gaming CPU, released on Nov 14, 2011. Currently in stock for $337.88, so it's a lower value for money.
| 6 | 12 | 3.3 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Cores | Threads | Base Frequency | Turbo Frequency |
|---|
Prices and Stock
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Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Release Date | Nov 14th, 2011 |
| Segment | Desktop |
| Socket | Intel Socket 2011 |
| Collection | Core i7 |
| Codename | Sandy Bridge E |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Cores | 6 |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| Turbo Frequency | 3.9 GHz |
| Other | |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 130 W |
| Overclockable | Yes |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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212 FPS+32%
CA$2.07/FPS
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CA$439
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-12% cheaper
212 FPS+32%
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CA$549
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+10% more
193 FPS+20%
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208 FPS+29%
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CA$419
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202 FPS+25%
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CA$399.17
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-20% cheaper
214 FPS+33%
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CA$469
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-6% cheaper
206 FPS+28%
CA$1.89/FPS
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CA$388.98
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-22% cheaper
210 FPS+30%
CA$2.09/FPS
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CA$438.98
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-12% cheaper
198 FPS+23%
CA$2.88/FPS
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CA$570.59
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+14% more
181 FPS+12%
CA$2.13/FPS
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CA$386.16
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-23% cheaper
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