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Intel Core i7-3960X Extreme
Intel Xeon Gold 6421N
Review
General overview and comparison of the processorsSingle-Core Performance
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Performance
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Power Efficiency
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Benchmarks
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Specifications
Comparing technical specifications of the Intel Core i7-3960X Extreme and Intel Xeon Gold 6421NGeneral
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Core i7-3960X Extreme | Xeon Gold 6421N |
| Segment | Desktop | Server |
| Codename | Sandy Bridge | Sapphire Rapids |
| Release Date | Nov 2011 | Mar 2023 |
| Integrated Graphics | None | None |
| Unlocked Multiplier | No | No |
CPU
| Cores | 6 | 32 |
|---|---|---|
| Threads | 12 | 64 |
| Base Clock | 3.30 | 1.80 |
| Turbo Clock | 0.00 | 3.60 |
| L1 Cache | 384 KB | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 64 MB |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB | 60.0 MB |
Package
| Lithography | 32 nm | 10 nm |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | 4677 |
| TDP | 130 | 185 |