Brand: Intel · SKU: BX80613I7990X · MPN: BX80613I7990X · Category: Components
The Intel Core i7-990X Extreme Edition is the flagship processor for the LGA 1366 (Socket B) platform, featuring 6 physical cores and 12 threads thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading technology. Based on the 32nm Westmere-EP (Gulftown) architecture, it offers a base clock speed of 3.46 GHz with a Max Turbo frequency of 3.73 GHz. It includes 12MB of Intel Smart Cache and a 130W TDP. This processor is part of the extensive Socket 1366 CPU list which includes the Core i7-900 series (i7-920, i7-930, i7-940, i7-950, i7-960, i7-970, i7-980, i7-980X, and i7-990X) as well as workstation-grade Xeon processors such as the W3500, W3600, 5500, and 5600 series (notably the Xeon X5690 and W3690). The LGA 1366 platform is known for its triple-channel DDR3 memory support and high-bandwidth Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) reaching up to 6.4 GT/s.
| TDP | 130 W |
|---|---|
| Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA 1366 (Socket B) |
| Threads | 12 |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| QPI Speed | 6.4 GT/s |
| Architecture | Westmere (Gulftown) |
| Memory Support | Triple-channel DDR3 1066 MHz |
| Max Turbo Speed | 3.73 GHz |
| Base Clock Speed | 3.46 GHz |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime (Discontinued - Manufacturer warranty may no longer apply) |
| Weight | 0.06 lbs |
| Dimensions | 45.07 mm x 42.57 mm |
The Intel Core i7-990X remains a legendary component for the X58 chipset, offering significant multi-threaded performance and overclocking potential due to its unlocked multiplier. It is the pinnacle of the Socket 1366 era.
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