Intel Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition vs Intel Core i7-990X Extreme Edition
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Intel Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition and the Intel Core i7-990X Extreme Edition. We line up every specification, highlight the winner of each, and tally an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu / processor is right for your build.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 130W |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA1366 |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB | 12 MB |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.467 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.467 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Sandy Bridge | Westmere |
| Integrated Graphics | None | None |
Intel Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition
5
specs won
Intel Core i7-990X Extreme Edition
1
spec won
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