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Intel Core i7 11700K Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£270
Avg. price in US: ~$320
PassMark benchmark result: 24347
N. of physical cores: 8
CPU boost clock speed: 5.0 GHz

Intel Core i7 11700K review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.2

Good

5.8

Good

9.6

Exceptional

5.8
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
6.2
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
6.5
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
7.6
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
3.3
L3 cache
8.0%
3.5
N. of physical cores
4.4
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
4.7
Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
20.0%
3.5
N. of physical cores
20.0%
5.2
CPU threads
15.0%
3.3
L3 cache

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The Intel Core i7-11700K is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor from the 11th Gen 'Rocket Lake' series, built on a 14nm lithography with a 3.6 GHz base clock and a max turbo boost of 5.0 GHz. Key features include 16MB of L3 cache, support for PCIe 4.0 (20 lanes), DDR4-3200 memory, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 750. Its main advantages are competitive single-core performance for gaming, an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and a value-oriented position relative to the i9-11900K. However, it is hindered by high power consumption reaching nearly 300W under heavy AVX-512 workloads, significant heat generation requiring robust cooling, and lower efficiency compared to competing 7nm alternatives.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 11700K

Overall score

6.2

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Platform

8.4

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Processor type

What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.

When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

CPU socket

What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

Chipset

What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.

When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

CPU architecture

What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.

When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

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Performance

5.8

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N. of physical cores

What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.

When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

CPU threads

What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.

When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

Threads per core

What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.

When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

CPU boost clock speed

What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.

When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

CPU base clock speed

What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Cache & Architecture

5.7

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Semiconductor size

What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.

When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

Foundry

What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.

When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

L3 cache

What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.

When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

L2 cache

What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.

When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

L1 cache

What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.

When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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Memory & PCIe

6.7

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

Maximum memory speed

What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

Max memory speed (JEDEC)

What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.

When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)

What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.

When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

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Integrated Graphics

6.8

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Integrated graphics

What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.

When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

Integrated GPU model

What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.

When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Integrated GPU execution units

What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.

When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

Integrated GPU base frequency

What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.

When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

Integrated media encoders/decoders

What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.

When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

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Power & Thermal

3.3

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TDP (Thermal design power)

What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.

When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

Base power (PL1)

What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.

When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

Boost power (PL2)

What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.

When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

Tau (power duration limit)

What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.

When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

Configurable TDP

What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.

When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

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Intel Core i7 11700K vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i7 11700K better than the average processor?

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2.05x better multi-core performance
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,709 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4700
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,709 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.5,709 vs 2,783
Unlocked for overclocking
Intel Core i7 11700K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i7 11700K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
16.3% higher boost clock
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4.7 GHz
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
52.3% higher single-core score
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,241 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >2000
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,241 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,241 vs 1,471
36.4% better single-core performance
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,387 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >3200
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,387 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,387 vs 2,483
2.31x higher PassMark score
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (24,347 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >19000
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (24,347 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.24,347 vs 10,532.5
2.06x higher multi-core score
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,863 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >8500
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,863 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.9,863 vs 4,793
8 more CPU threads
Intel Core i7 11700K has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 16+
Intel Core i7 11700K has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
Includes crypto acceleration
Intel Core i7 11700K includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i7 11700K uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1200 vs FP2).
2.05x better multi-core performance
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (5,709 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
Unlocked for overclocking
Intel Core i7 11700K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
16.3% higher boost clock
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
52.3% higher single-core score
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,241 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
36.4% better single-core performance
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,387 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
2.31x higher PassMark score
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (24,347 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
2.06x higher multi-core score
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,863 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
8 more CPU threads
Intel Core i7 11700K has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
19.6% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (579 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
2 more CPU cores
Intel Core i7 11700K has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
2.8x better overclocked performance
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher overclocked performance than the average processor (25,313 vs 9,051). The average processor scores 9,051 in overclocked PassMark.
1 wider front-end design
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher front-end width than the average processor (5 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
More advanced microarchitecture
Intel Core i7 11700K uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Rocket Lake vs Kaby Lake).
2x larger L3 cache
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
66.7% larger L1 cache
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (640 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
16.7% more L3 per core
Intel Core i7 11700K has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
60% larger L2 cache
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
Newer PCIe version
Intel Core i7 11700K supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i7 11700K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
4 more PCIe lanes
Intel Core i7 11700K has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
2x more memory capacity
Intel Core i7 11700K has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.

Cache & Architecture

Why is Intel Core i7 11700K worse than the average processor?

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55.1% larger die size
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher die size than the average processor (276 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
Narrower media codec support
Intel Core i7 11700K supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
3.92x higher boost power
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (251 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
2.78x higher base power
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher base power draw than the average processor (125 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
2.78x higher TDP
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher TDP than the average processor (125 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
28 seconds shorter turbo duration
Intel Core i7 11700K has a lower turbo duration limit than the average processor (56 seconds vs 28 seconds). The average processor maintains turbo for 28 seconds.
3.92x higher boost power
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (251 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <50 W
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (251 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.251 W vs 64 W
2.78x higher base power
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher base power draw than the average processor (125 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <30 W
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher base power draw than the average processor (125 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.125 W vs 45 W
55.1% larger die size
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher die size than the average processor (276 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <150 mm²
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher die size than the average processor (276 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².276 mm² vs 178 mm²
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <10 nm
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
2.78x higher TDP
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher TDP than the average processor (125 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <30 W
Intel Core i7 11700K has a higher TDP than the average processor (125 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.125 W vs 45 W
Narrower media codec support
Intel Core i7 11700K supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.
Importance: LOW
Intel Core i7 11700K supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
28 seconds shorter turbo duration
Intel Core i7 11700K has a lower turbo duration limit than the average processor (56 seconds vs 28 seconds). The average processor maintains turbo for 28 seconds.
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=28 s
Intel Core i7 11700K has a lower turbo duration limit than the average processor (56 seconds vs 28 seconds). The average processor maintains turbo for 28 seconds.56 seconds vs 28 seconds

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i7 11700K?

Solid gaming performance with high FPS in modern titles
Competitive performance for productivity tasks when found at a discount
Includes integrated UHD 750 graphics (useful if a dedicated GPU fails)
Significant upgrade for users coming from 8th or 9th gen Intel processors
PCIe Gen 4.0 support for faster NVMe storage speeds
Reliable multitasking capabilities due to 8-core/16-thread configuration

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 11700K?

High power consumption, often drawing over 200W under heavy load
Runs very hot and requires high-end air or liquid cooling (AIO)
Poor value-to-performance ratio compared to AMD Ryzen 5000 series (e.g., 5800X)
Small performance gain over the previous generation i7-10700K in many tasks
Lacks a stock cooler in the box, adding to the total build cost
Limited upgrade path as it uses the older LGA 1200 socket

Expert reviews

au.pcmag.com

25/05/2021

Intel Core i7-11700K - Review 2021 - PCMag Australia

The Intel Core i7-11700K is identified as a more balanced eight-core, 16-thread option than the i9-11900K, offering competitive performance for gaming and productivity at a lower price point. While featuring integrated graphics, the processor faces stiff competition from AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X, often trailing it in benchmarks. Technical drawbacks highlight that the chip runs very hot...Read more

uk.pcmag.com

25/05/2021

Intel Core i7-11700K - Review 2021 - PCMag UK

The Intel Core i7-11700K is identified by PCMag as the high-performance, 8-core desktop processor the flagship Core i9-11900K should have been, delivering competitive performance at a better price point. While offering improvements over the 10th Gen, it struggles to definitively outperform the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, representing a solid but not revolutionary step forward. PCMagKey...Read more

pcmag.com

25/05/2021

Intel Core i7-11700K Review - PCMag

The Intel Core i7-11700K is an eight-core, 16-thread processor offering competitive performance and superior value compared to the flagship i9-11900K, making it a better choice for high-end users. Key advantages include its capable integrated Intel UHD 750 graphics and strong performance at a more accessible price point. However, the chip faces significant disadvantages, including...Read more

tomshardware.com

10/07/2021

Intel Core i7-11700K Review: The Chip of Last Resort

The Tom's Hardware review characterizes the Intel Core i7-11700K as a "chip of last resort," offering only incremental gains over its predecessor while facing tough competition from AMD's Ryzen 5000 series. While the 14nm "Rocket Lake" chip delivers strong single-threaded performance and IPC gains, it suffers from extremely high power consumption and thermal output, frequently...Read more

tweaktown.com

14/06/2021

Intel Core i7-11700K CPU Review - TweakTown

TweakTown's review identifies the Intel Core i7-11700K as a competitive eight-core, 16-thread processor offering excellent value, particularly after price adjustments. Pros include strong gaming performance with a 5.0GHz boost clock, PCIe 4.0 support on the Z590 platform, and nearly identical core specs to the higher-end 11900K. Cons, however, are significant, featuring high power...Read more

hardwaredealz.com

30/03/2021

Intel Core i7-11700K Review - Benchmarks & Gaming

The Intel Core i7-11700K is an 8-core, 16-thread "Rocket Lake-S" processor featuring a 19% IPC increase over previous generations, offering strong single-threaded and gaming performance. While positioned as a value-focused alternative to the i9-11900K, it is held back by high power consumption reaching nearly 300W and increased L3 cache latency. Pros include solid gaming...Read more

computerbild.de

02/11/2021

Intel Core i7-11700K: Testing the Eight-Core Processor

The Computer Bild review of the Intel Core i7-11700K highlights the 8-core processor as a significant 14nm architecture overhaul that delivers superior performance over its predecessor, capable of 5 GHz boost speeds. It is positioned as an excellent, lower-cost alternative to the i9-11900K, offering strong, competitively priced performance for gaming and demanding workstations....Read more

computerbase.de

21/07/2021

Intel Core i7-11700(K) vs. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Review

ComputerBase evaluates the Intel Core i7-11700K as a competitive 8-core CPU, offering strong single-thread performance and integrated graphics (pros), though it is hampered by extreme power consumption over 200W and significant heat output (cons). In contrast, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X delivers superior power efficiency (max ~118W) and often higher gaming performance (pros), but lacks...Read more

hardwareluxx.de

30/03/2021

The Rocket's False Start: Core i5-11600K, Core i7-11700K, and Core i9-11900K Review

The Hardwareluxx review describes the 11th Gen "Rocket Lake-S" processors as a "false start," noting significant 15-19% IPC gains from the Cypress Cove architecture alongside modern features like PCIe 4.0 and improved integrated graphics. However, the 14nm process leads to high power consumption (250W PL2) and extreme thermal output, with the i9-11900K dropping to 8 cores, reducing...Read more

hardwareluxx.de

10/03/2021

Processor non grata: Rocket Lake-S as Core i7-11700K in early review

This early review by Hardwareluxx labels the Intel Core i7-11700K a "processor non grata," highlighting its awkward position as a power-hungry, 14nm Cypress Cove stopgap. While it offers a 15% IPC increase over its predecessor and introduces PCIe 4.0, the chip struggles to justify its existence against more efficient competition. Performance-wise, the i7-11700K trades blows with the...Read more

tomshardware.fr

12/02/2021

First Core i7-11700K review now available

The Intel Core i7-11700K introduces the Cypress Cove architecture, delivering a notable instructions-per-cycle (IPC) increase over its predecessor and achieving competitive, high-FPS gaming performance in specific titles like Dawn of War 3. However, the chip requires significant power, with systems consuming up to 286W under load—about 27% more than the competing AMD Ryzen 7...Read more

geektopia.es

06/03/2021

Full (and reliable) Core i7-11700K review published", "Comprehensive and reliable Core i7-11700K analysis released

The Intel Core i7-11700K ("Rocket Lake") brings a 19% increase in Instructions Per Clock (IPC) via Cypress Cove cores, yet the 14nm process leads to high power consumption. Key advantages include strong multi-threaded performance and PCIe 4.0 support, though it suffers from extreme, exceeding 300W under heavy AVX-512 loads. In gaming, the processor offers mixed results, often...Read more

muycomputer.com

08/03/2021

Core i7-11700K Review and Analysis: Falling Behind the Ryzen 7 5800X

The Intel Core i7-11700K (Rocket Lake-S) features 10nm "Cypress Cove" cores backported to a 14nm process, providing an 8-core/16-thread configuration with a 5.0 GHz boost and native PCIe Gen 4 support. It offers significant IPC gains over the 10th-gen i7-10700K, excelling in single-threaded tasks and gaming while offering superior value compared to the i9-11900K. However, the chip...Read more

hwupgrade.it

30/03/2021

Intel Core i9-11900K, i7-11700K and i5-11600K: Rocket Lake reviewed

The HWUpgrade review of Intel’s 11th Gen Rocket Lake-S processors highlights a significant architectural shift to "Cypress Cove" cores on 14nm, delivering a 19% IPC improvement and native PCIe 4.0 support. While the Core i9-11900K leads in single-thread performance and gaming, the review notes a regression to 8 cores, reducing multi-threaded performance compared to the 10-core...Read more

robadainformatici.it

28/02/2026

Intel Core i7-11700K - Full Review

The Roba da Informatici review positions the Intel Core i7-11700K as a strong, high-end option for gaming PCs, offering significant single-core speed improvements over previous generations and featuring PCIe 4.0 support. While the chip provides high-tier gaming performance similar to the i9-11900K, it is criticized for relying on an older 14nm process, which results in high power...Read more

ct.nl

09/09/2021

Intel's souped-up Core i-11000 processor compared to Ryzen 5000

The Intel Core i-11000 series (Rocket Lake) introduces a 14nm "Cypress Cove" architecture, delivering a 19% IPC increase and strong single-core performance that competes with Ryzen 5000 in benchmarks like Cinebench R23. Key pros include enhanced single-core speeds, PCIe 4.0 support, and integrated Xe graphics, though cons involve a reduction to 8 cores on the flagship i9-11900K and...Read more

tweakers.net

30/03/2021

Intel 11th Gen 'Rocket Lake' Review

The Tweakers.net review of Intel's 11th Gen "Rocket Lake" processors highlights a significant shift to the "Cypress Cove" architecture on a 14nm process, delivering higher IPC and strong single-threaded performance along with PCIe 4.0 support. While the i5-11600K stands out as a competitive gaming option, the flagship i9-11900K faces criticism for dropping to 8 cores, resulting in...Read more

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