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Core i7-3970X vs Core i5-11500: game performance, price, value, and specification comparison. Select comparison game parameters.
3.5 GHz | 6-core
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2.7 GHz | 6-core
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3.5 GHz | 6-core
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2.7 GHz | 6-core
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In short, we have a clear winner — Core i5-11500 outperforms the more expensive Core i7-3970X on the selected game parameters, and is also a better bang for your buck! The better performing Core i5-11500 is 3057 days newer than the more expensive Core i7-3970X.
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Game Graphics
High
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Desktop • Mar 16th, 2021
FPS
222
100%
Value, $/FPS
$0.71/FPS
100%
Price, $
$156.95
100%
FPS and Value Winner
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Resolution
1920 x 1080
Game Graphics
High
Desktop • Nov 1st, 2012
Desktop • Mar 16th, 2021
Intel Core i7-3970X | vs | Intel Core i5-11500 |
---|---|---|
Nov 1st, 2012 | Release Date | Mar 16th, 2021 |
Core i7 | Collection | Core i5 |
Sandy Bridge E | Codename | Rocket Lake |
Intel Socket 2011 | Socket | Intel Socket 1200 |
Desktop | Segment | Desktop |
6 | Cores | 6 |
12 | Threads | 12 |
3.5 GHz | Base Clock Speed | 2.7 GHz |
4.0 GHz | Turbo Clock Speed | 4.6 GHz |
150 W | TDP | 65 W |
32 nm | Process Size | 14 nm |
35.0x | Multiplier | 27.0x |
None | Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 750 |
Yes | Overclockable | No |
Rust, 1920 x 1080, High
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