The Intel Core i7-3960X is a low-tier gaming CPU, released on Nov 14, 2011. Currently in stock for $318.82, 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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137 FPS+34%
$2.01/FPS
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$275.98
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$332.44
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+4% more
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$266.71
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121 FPS+19%
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$260
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-18% cheaper
125 FPS+23%
$2.64/FPS
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$329.99
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+4% more
125 FPS+23%
$2.23/FPS
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$278.95
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140 FPS+37%
$2.98/FPS
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$416.96
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+31% more
131 FPS+28%
$1.91/FPS
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$250
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-22% cheaper
136 FPS+33%
$2.35/FPS
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$319.98
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