Intel Core i7-8700K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.7 - 4.7 GHz
Socket: LGA1151
TDP: 95W
Price: $199.00 from Newegg
Intel Core i7-8700K
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.7 - 4.7 GHz
Socket
LGA1151
TDP
95W
Best price from Newegg
$199.00
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Overview
The Intel Core i7-8700K brings 6 cores and 12 threads. Clocks span 3.7GHz base to 4.7GHz boost. 12MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 95W TDP — about 15.8W per core. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Its $199.00 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 95 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Coffee Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
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