Intel Core i9-7960X

The Intel Core i9-7960X offers 16 cores and 16 threads. It drops into the LGA2066 socket with a 165W TDP — about 10.3W per core. 22MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks run from 2.8GHz base to 4.4GHz boost. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.

Expect to pay around $304.37, which lands it among high-end options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.