Intel · Core i7 · 2016 · LGA2011-3
The Intel Core i7-6950X Extreme is a desktop processor with 10 cores, released in 2016 at an MSRP of $1,723. It is part of the Core i7 lineup, using the Broadwell-E platform, and fits the LGA2011-3 socket. Internally, it is built on the "Broadwell-E" architecture. Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading, each core can handle two instruction streams simultaneously, yielding a total of 20 threads for improved parallelism. The Core i7-6950X Extreme has a base clock of 3 GHz and can boost up to 3.5 GHz depending on workload and thermal headroom. Intel manufactures the "Broadwell-E" silicon on a 14nm process node. The multiplier is unlocked, making overclocking straightforward. This processor supports DDR4 memory. With a TDP of 140W, the Core i7-6950X Extreme sits in a typical power envelope for a modern desktop CPU. This processor has no integrated graphics — a discrete GPU is required. The cache hierarchy consists of 32KB/core of L1, 256KB/core of L2, and 25MB of L3 cache.
First 10-core consumer desktop CPU. Launched at $1,723 — the most expensive consumer Core i7 Extreme Edition. The move to LGA2011-3 and DDR4 brought it onto the same platform as the Haswell-E 5960X. Intel overclocking champion at the time.
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Family | Core i7 |
| Series | Broadwell-E |
| Architecture | Broadwell-E |
| Type | Desktop |
| Launch year | 2016 |
| Cores | 10 |
| Threads | 20 |
| Base clock | 3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.5 GHz |
| L1 cache | 32KB/core |
| L2 cache | 256KB/core |
| L3 cache | 25MB |
| TDP | 140W |
| Socket | LGA2011-3 |
| Process | 14nm |
| Memory type | DDR4 |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| Chipsets | X99 |
| Launch MSRP | $1,723 |
| Part number | BX80671I76950X |
| OEM / tray part number | CM8067102055800 |