Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-3970X vs Intel Core i7-3930K
General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-3970X
Core i7-3930K
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The combination of adaptive performance that automatically overclocks when needed up to 4 GHz provides a more comfortable experience with a Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition PC. Intel calls it intelligent performance that can't be overlooked. You will call it amazing opportunities.
The combination of adaptive performance that automatically overclocks when needed up to 3.8 GHz provides a more comfortable experience with a Core i7-3930K-based PC. Intel calls it intelligent performance that can't be overlooked. You will call it amazing opportunities.
Package Size
Height
5.3 in.
4.9 in.
Width
4.4 in.
2 in.
Depth
2.3 in.
1.8 in.
Weight
1.4 lbs.
1.1 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCLGA2011
FCLGA2011
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Sandy Bridge E
Sandy Bridge E
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-3970X CPU Processor
- Very simple to install. Haven't had any issues since installing over a month ago.
- It was my first processor installation and I had no issues.
- The processor itself is great. Installation was easy.
- It is very difficult to install and the contacts bend easily during installation.
- The socket is not good for its performance.
Intel Core i7-3930K CPU Processor
- This processor uses the workstation-oriented LGA2011 socket, as opposed to the LGA1155 socket used with Intel's mainstream-class processors.
- Easy install and fast shipping.
- Processor was easy to install in my Intel Dx79SI.
- The installation was plug and play. Great socket.
- LGA 2011 socket so the motherboards are a little bit pricey.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
6
6
CPU Threads
12
12
Clock Speed
3.5 GHz
3.2 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
4 GHz
3.8 GHz
Max TDP
150 W
130 W
Max Temperature
66.8 °C
66.8 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i7-3970X CPU Processor
- 4GHz are no problem without any circumstances.
- This thing is really fast, it make looks like the ugly friend to any other i7 processor.
- This thing is blazing fast! Have it overclocked stable currently at 4.8 GHz.
- Highly recommend this to anyone for a need for speed.
- It's fast, reliable and cooler than the previous i7, also very easily overclockable.
Intel Core i7-3930K CPU Processor
- It's very fast, very cool and hasn't failed me yet.
- Extremely fast, easy to install, run any game with full quality.
- Very fast, doesn't run too hot, easily overclocked.
- Nice and fast and stable. Amazing performance.
- This thing is fast. Loads, Physics, everything runs with no hiccups.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
384 kB
192 kB
L2 Cache Size
1500 kB
1536 kB
L3 Cache Size
15000 kB
12000 kB
Max Memory Size
64 GB
64 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
4
4
Max Memory Bandwidth
51.2 GB/s
51.2 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i7-3970X CPU Processor
- Outstanding performance. Great capacity of cache.
- Amazing, reliable, chip. Perfect for overclocking.
- Handles large amounts of memory well.
- Works great with 32GB of storage. Highly recommend.
- Has enough cache for comfortable usage.
Intel Core i7-3930K CPU Processor
- This is a great and fast processor with good amount of cache.
- Handles games perfectly thanks to the cache.
- It is very easy to overclock to high speeds. Works great with DDR3 memory.
- This processor is freaking fast! There is enough cache for any task.
- No lags. Amazing speed. The incredible amount of cache.
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
Yes
Yes
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
Yes
Yes
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
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