CPU Compare
Intel Core i7-3820
Intel Core i7-3960X Extreme
Review
General overview and comparison of the processorsSingle-Core Performance
Performance in single-threaded apps and benchmarks
Performance
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Power Efficiency
The efficiency score of electricity consumption
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Benchmarks
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Specifications
Comparing technical specifications of the Intel Core i7-3820 and Intel Core i7-3960X ExtremeGeneral
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Core i7-3820 | Core i7-3960X Extreme |
| Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Codename | Sandy Bridge | Sandy Bridge |
| Release Date | Jan 2012 | Nov 2011 |
| Integrated Graphics | None | None |
| Unlocked Multiplier | No | No |
CPU
| Cores | 4 | 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Threads | 8 | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.60 | 3.30 |
| Turbo Clock | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB | 384 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1.5 MB |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB | 15 MB |
Package
| Lithography | 32 nm | 32 nm |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA2011 |
| TDP | 130 | 130 |