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Intel Core i7-4960X Extreme
Intel Core i7-3960X Extreme
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Performance
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Specifications
Comparing technical specifications of the Intel Core i7-4960X Extreme and Intel Core i7-3960X ExtremeGeneral
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Core i7-4960X Extreme | Core i7-3960X Extreme |
| Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Codename | Ivy Bridge | Sandy Bridge |
| Release Date | Jan 2013 | Nov 2011 |
| Integrated Graphics | None | None |
| Unlocked Multiplier | No | No |
CPU
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.60 | 3.30 |
| Turbo Clock | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| L1 Cache | 384 KB | 384 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 1.5 MB |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB | 15 MB |
Package
| Lithography | 22 nm | 32 nm |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA2011 |
| TDP | 130 | 130 |