The Intel Core i7-3960X is a low-tier gaming CPU, released on Nov 14, 2011. Currently in stock for $500.00, 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
Prices and Stock
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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166 FPS+48%
CA$2.64/FPS
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CA$439
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-12% cheaper
142 FPS+27%
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CA$465.6
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-7% cheaper
166 FPS+48%
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CA$549
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+10% more
148 FPS+32%
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CA$448.98
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-10% cheaper
157 FPS+40%
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CA$401.64
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-20% cheaper
167 FPS+49%
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CA$557.08
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+11% more
164 FPS+46%
CA$2.68/FPS
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CA$438.98
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-12% cheaper
149 FPS+33%
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CA$430.15
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-14% cheaper
136 FPS+21%
CA$3.49/FPS
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CA$474.98
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-5% cheaper
153 FPS+37%
CA$3.37/FPS
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CA$514.97
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+3% more
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