Intel Core i7-6950X
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 10C / 10T
Clock: 3 - 3.5 GHz
Socket: LGA2011-3
TDP: 140W
Price: $258.90 from Newegg
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Intel Core i7-6950X
Cores
10C / 10T
Clock
3 - 3.5 GHz
Socket
LGA2011-3
TDP
140W
Best price from Newegg
$258.90
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Overview
The Intel Core i7-6950X packs 10 cores and 10 threads. 25MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks run from 3GHz base to 3.5GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2011-3 socket with a 140W TDP — about 14W per core.
Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. At $258.90 it sits in the mid-range processor bracket. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 140 W |
| CPU Cores | 10 |
| Socket | LGA2011-3 |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB |
| Threads | 10 |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Broadwell |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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