Core i7-7800X

Intel · Core i7-X · 2017 · LGA2066

Overview

The Intel Core i7-7800X is a desktop processor with 6 cores, released in 2017 at an MSRP of $389. It is part of the Core i7-X lineup, using the Skylake-X platform, and fits the LGA2066 socket. Internally, it is built on the "Skylake-X" architecture. Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading, each core can handle two instruction streams simultaneously, yielding a total of 12 threads for improved parallelism. The Core i7-7800X has a base clock of 3.5 GHz and can boost up to 4 GHz depending on workload and thermal headroom. Intel manufactures the "Skylake-X" 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 i7-7800X 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, 1MB/core of L2, and 8.25MB of L3 cache.

Entry-level Skylake-X on LGA2066. Quad-channel DDR4 memory support distinguishes it from mainstream LGA1151 i7s at similar core counts.

Specifications

BrandIntel
FamilyCore i7-X
SeriesSkylake-X
ArchitectureSkylake-X
TypeDesktop
Launch year2017
Cores6
Threads12
Base clock3.5 GHz
Boost clock4 GHz
L1 cache32KB/core
L2 cache1MB/core
L3 cache8.25MB
TDP140W
SocketLGA2066
Process14nm
Memory typeDDR4
Integrated graphicsNone
ChipsetsX299
Launch MSRP$389
Part numberBX80673I77800X

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