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Intel Core i7-980X Extreme
Intel Core i7-4790
Review
General overview and comparison of the processorsSingle-Core Performance
Performance in single-threaded apps and benchmarks
Performance
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Power Efficiency
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Benchmarks
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Specifications
Comparing technical specifications of the Intel Core i7-980X Extreme and Intel Core i7-4790General
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Core i7-980X Extreme | Core i7-4790 |
| Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Codename | Gulftown | Haswell |
| Release Date | Mar 2010 | May 2014 |
| Integrated Graphics | None | Intel HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked Multiplier | No | No |
CPU
| Cores | 6 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Threads | 12 | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.33 | 3.60 |
| Turbo Clock | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| L1 Cache | 384 KB | 256 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 8 MB |
Package
| Lithography | 32 nm | 22 nm |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | LGA1150 |
| TDP | 130 | 84 |