Intel Core i7-5930K vs Intel Core i9-7960X
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Intel Core i7-5930K and the Intel Core i9-7960X. 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 | 140W | 165W |
| Cores | 6 | 16 |
| Socket | LGA2011-3 | LGA2066 |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB | 22 MB |
| Threads | 12 | 16 |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Haswell | Skylake |
| Integrated Graphics | None | None |
Intel Core i7-5930K
2
specs won
Intel Core i9-7960X
4
specs won
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