The Intel Core i7-3960X is a low-tier gaming CPU, released on Nov 14, 2011. Currently in stock for $289.43, 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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138 FPS+22%
$2/FPS
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$275.76
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$194.98
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139 FPS+23%
$2.39/FPS
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$332.44
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$266.71
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$2.63/FPS
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$364.98
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$2.54/FPS
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$329.99
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130 FPS+15%
$2.19/FPS
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$285.04
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-2% cheaper
138 FPS+22%
$2.32/FPS
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$319.98
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+11% more
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