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Intel Core i9-7900X
Intel Core i9-12900
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Specifications
Comparing technical specifications of the Intel Core i9-7900X and Intel Core i9-12900General
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Core i9-7900X | Core i9-12900 |
| Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Codename | Skylake | Alder Lake |
| Release Date | Jun 2017 | Feb 2022 |
| Integrated Graphics | None | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes | No |
CPU
| Cores | 10 | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Threads | 20 | 24 |
| Base Clock | 3.30 | 2.40 |
| Turbo Clock | 0.00 | 5.00 |
| L1 Cache | 640 KB | 640 KB |
| L2 Cache | 10 MB | 10 MB |
| L3 Cache | 13.75 MB | 30 MB |
Package
| Lithography | 14 nm | 10 nm |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | LGA 1700 |
| TDP | 140 | 65 |