Intel Core i9-9980XE
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 18C / 18T
Clock: 3 - 4.4 GHz
Socket: LGA2066
TDP: 165W
Price: $665.00 from Amazon
Intel Core i9-9980XE
Cores
18C / 18T
Clock
3 - 4.4 GHz
Socket
LGA2066
TDP
165W
Best price from Amazon
$665.00
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Overview
The Intel Core i9-9980XE offers 18 cores and 18 threads. Clocks run from 3GHz base to 4.4GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2066 socket with a 165W TDP — about 9.2W per core. 25MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.
Its $665.00 price tag places it squarely in premium territory. 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 | 165 W |
| CPU Cores | 18 |
| Socket | LGA2066 |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB |
| Threads | 18 |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Skylake |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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