Intel Core i7-860S
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 2.53 - 2.53 GHz
Socket: LGA1156
TDP: 82W
Price: $199.00 from Amazon

Intel Core i7-860S
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
2.53 - 2.53 GHz
Socket
LGA1156
TDP
82W
Best price from Amazon
$199.00
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Overview
The Intel Core i7-860S offers 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks span 2.53GHz base to 2.53GHz boost. It drops into the LGA1156 socket with a 82W TDP — about 20.5W per core. 8MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.
At $199.00 it sits in the mid-range processor bracket. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 82 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | LGA1156 |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 2.53 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 2.53 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Nehalem |
| Integrated Graphics | None |





