Intel Core i7-8700
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.2 - 4.6 GHz
Socket: LGA1151
TDP: 65W
Price: $199.00 from Amazon
Intel Core i7-8700
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.2 - 4.6 GHz
Socket
LGA1151
TDP
65W
Best price from Amazon
$199.00
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Overview
The Intel Core i7-8700 packs 6 cores and 12 threads. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. Clocks run from 3.2GHz base to 4.6GHz boost.
It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Expect to pay around $199.00, which lands it among mid-range options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Coffee Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
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