Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-860 vs Intel Core i7-930


Intel Core i7-860 CPU Processor
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Intel Core i7-930 CPU Processor
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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-860
Core i7-930
Origin
Malaysia
Costa Rica
About the Product
Intel Core i7-860 (Lynnfield core) is a 2.8 GHz quad-core processor. Great for gaming because it doesn't have its own integrated graphics core. It has a 45 nm process technology and a heat dissipation of 95 W. The L2 cache is 1MB and the L3 is 8MB.
Intel Core i7-930 is a desktop processor. It has 4 cores and 8 threads and is manufactured using a 45 nm process technology. The clock frequency is 2.8 GHz and the maximum frequency is 3.06 GHz. It supports DDR3 memory and is compatible with FCLGA1366 socket.
Package Size
Height
4.57 in.
5.5 in.
Width
3.98 in.
4.2 in.
Depth
2.76 in.
2 in.
Weight
0.8 lbs.
0.9 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCLGA1156
FCLGA1366
Lithography
45 nm
45 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Lynnfield
Bloomfield
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-860 CPU Processor
  • The performance of the Turbo mode is better than the 1366 socket brothers and sisters.
  • I installed it just as the instruction recommended and it worked perfect.
  • There were no problems with the installation of the processor itself.
  • If you have a motherboard with socket 1156 then this CPU will fit perfectly.
Intel Core i7-930 CPU Processor
  • Processor installed quickly and easily. Runs as advertised.
  • Installation was a cinch and the processor does not disappoint.
  • An excellent socket, it was not difficult to install a processor into it.
  • I'm happy with this Intel processor. Installed quickly.
  • I don't change the processors often, but this one I installed easily.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
4
4
CPU Threads
8
8
Clock Speed
2.8 GHz
2.8 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.46 GHz
3.06 GHz
Max TDP
95 W
130 W
Max Temperature
72.7 °C
67.9 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i7-860 CPU Processor
  • It's a beast of a chip that will definitely increase all of your benchmarks.
  • Good works in gaming as well as multitasking in apps like Photoshop, Visual Studio, and SQL Server.
  • This processor is fast with 4 cores and each one is hyperthreaded to a virtual 8 cores. Like it.
  • Owned this chip for over 2 years now and it's still blazing fast, can still max out games.
  • A good processor for gaming and other complex tasks. I'm glad I chose this.
Intel Core i7-930 CPU Processor
  • It has done wonders in terms of performance gains and multi-tasking.
  • It is just as fast as can be. Good product from Intel.
  • The CPU runs lighting fast with no problems. I recommend this.
  • This chip can be overclocked up to 4.3GHz and the operation will be stable.
  • I've owned a i7-930 for a few years now and have enjoyed the speed and power.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
256 kB
L2 Cache Size
1024 kB
1024 kB
L3 Cache Size
8000 kB
8000 kB
Max Memory Size
16 GB
24 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
3
Max Memory Bandwidth
21 GB/s
25.6 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i7-860 CPU Processor
  • The CPU runs plenty fast with my 8GB of RAM. Thanks Intel.
  • I have this with a ASUS P6T board with 12GB memory and it simply rocks.
  • Great for running multiple Virtual Machines. The size of the cache memory pleases.
  • I have installed this chip on my computer. I had 16GB of RAM and it handles them all perfectly.
  • I use it for any task. Great virtual memory, fast processing.
Intel Core i7-930 CPU Processor
  • The system works well and and the memory operates at rated speed.
  • It's extremely fast with triple memory channels and with Window 7 64 bits operating system.
  • Good performance. Much of the credit goes to the CPU and its triple memory channels.
  • I'm running Ubuntu with 12GB memory on two monitors. The CPU runs lighting fast with no problems.
  • The i7 uses triple-channel memory which speeds things up a lot.
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
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link

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