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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