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Intel Core i7 7800X Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£390
Avg. price in US: ~$380
PassMark benchmark result: 12994
N. of physical cores: 6
CPU boost clock speed: 4.0 GHz

Intel Core i7 7800X review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.7

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5.4

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8.3

Excellent

3.6
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
3.9
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
3.8
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
4.6
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
2.2
L3 cache
8.0%
2.6
N. of physical cores
5.7
Video editing
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45.0%
9.0
Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
20.0%
2.6
N. of physical cores
20.0%
4.0
CPU threads
15.0%
2.2
L3 cache

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The Intel Core i7-7800X is an entry-level High-End Desktop (HEDT) processor from the Skylake-X architecture, featuring 6 physical cores and 12 threads with a 3.5 GHz base clock and a 4.0 GHz Turbo Boost 2.0 frequency. Built on a 14nm process for the LGA 2066 socket, it offers 28 PCI Express 3.0 lanes, a quad-channel DDR4-2400 memory controller supporting up to 128GB, and 8.25MB of L3 cache. Its main advantages include strong multi-threaded performance for content creation, support for high-bandwidth quad-channel memory, and an unlocked multiplier that provides significant overclocking potential. However, its high 140W TDP results in substantial heat output that requires robust cooling solutions, and it lacks integrated graphics, necessitating a dedicated GPU for any display output.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 7800X

Overall score

5.7

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Popularity

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

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Platform

7.7

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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

Intel

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

5.2

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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

5.3

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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

7.1

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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

3.4

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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

N/A

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

N/A

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

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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

3.8

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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

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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

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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 7800X vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i7 7800X better than the average processor?

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12 more PCIe lanes
Intel Core i7 7800X has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=20
Intel Core i7 7800X has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.28 vs 16
Unlocked for overclocking
Intel Core i7 7800X 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 7800X has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i7 7800X supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i7 7800X supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
2x more L2 per core
Intel Core i7 7800X has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=1 MB/core
Intel Core i7 7800X has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
68.1% higher memory bandwidth
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (77 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >75 GB/s
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (77 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.77 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
2.4x larger L2 cache
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
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
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.6 MB vs 2.5 MB
2x more memory capacity
Intel Core i7 7800X has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
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
Intel Core i7 7800X has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.128 GB vs 64 GB
34.8% better multi-core performance
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,752 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 7800X has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,752 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.3,752 vs 2,783
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i7 7800X uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA2,066 vs FP2).
Higher-end processor class
Intel Core i7 7800X belongs to a higher-end processor class than the average processor (workstation vs mobile).
Supports HMP
Intel Core i7 7800X supports HMP, the average processor does not.
Unlocked for overclocking
Intel Core i7 7800X has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
34.8% better multi-core performance
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,752 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
4 more CPU threads
Intel Core i7 7800X has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
2x more L2 per core
Intel Core i7 7800X has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
2.4x larger L2 cache
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
12 more PCIe lanes
Intel Core i7 7800X has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i7 7800X supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
68.1% higher memory bandwidth
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (77 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
2x more memory capacity
Intel Core i7 7800X 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 7800X worse than the average processor?

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3 year/s older release date
Intel Core i7 7800X has an older release date than the average processor (2,017 vs 2,020).
June 2017
No crypto acceleration
Intel Core i7 7800X does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
7% lower boost clock
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
9% lower single-core score
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,338 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
4.3% weaker single-core performance
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,377 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
71.9% larger die size
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher die size than the average processor (306 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
19.8% less L3 per core
Intel Core i7 7800X has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.4 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
50% smaller L1 cache
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (192 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
Less advanced microarchitecture
Intel Core i7 7800X uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Skylake vs Kaby Lake).
18.2% lower memory speed
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
2 fewer memory channels
Intel Core i7 7800X has fewer memory channels than the average processor (4 vs 2). The average processor supports 2 memory channels.
No integrated graphics
Intel Core i7 7800X does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
3.11x higher base power
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher base power draw than the average processor (140 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
3.11x higher TDP
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher TDP than the average processor (140 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
No configurable TDP
Intel Core i7 7800X does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
3.11x higher base power
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher base power draw than the average processor (140 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 7800X has a higher base power draw than the average processor (140 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.140 W vs 45 W
71.9% larger die size
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher die size than the average processor (306 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 7800X has a higher die size than the average processor (306 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².306 mm² vs 178 mm²
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i7 7800X 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 7800X 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
19.8% less L3 per core
Intel Core i7 7800X has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.4 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=2 MB/core
Intel Core i7 7800X has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.4 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.375 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
7% lower boost clock
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 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 7800X has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
3.11x higher TDP
Intel Core i7 7800X has a higher TDP than the average processor (140 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 7800X has a higher TDP than the average processor (140 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.140 W vs 45 W
No configurable TDP
Intel Core i7 7800X does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
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
Intel Core i7 7800X does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
50% smaller L1 cache
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (192 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
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
Intel Core i7 7800X has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (192 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.192 KB vs 384 KB

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i7 7800X?

Excellent overclocking potential, with some users reaching stable 4.5GHz to 5.0GHz frequencies with proper cooling
Support for quad-channel DDR4 memory provides significantly higher bandwidth compared to mainstream platforms
Strong performance in multi-threaded tasks like video editing, rendering, and running multiple virtual machines
Good entry point for the high-end desktop (HEDT) X299 platform, offering more PCIe lanes (28) than standard Kaby Lake chips
Support for advanced instruction sets like AVX-512, which can benefit specific professional workloads
Relatively easy to delid for enthusiasts looking to improve thermal performance and achieve higher overclocks

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 7800X?

High power consumption with a 140W TDP, leading to significant heat output that requires high-end cooling solutions
Underwhelming gaming performance compared to cheaper mainstream alternatives like the i7-7700K due to lower stock clock speeds and the mesh bus architecture
Expensive total platform cost because of the high price of X299 motherboards and the need for four RAM modules for quad-channel support
Lacks certain high-end features found in its more expensive siblings, such as Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Uses a thermal interface material (TIM) instead of solder under the heat spreader, which can limit thermal efficiency unless delidded
Does not support Intel SGX, preventing the playback of 4K Blu-ray discs on certain software platforms

Expert reviews

cpu.userbenchmark.com

Various

Intel Core i7-7800X BX80673I77800X - CPU UserBenchmarks Do you need specific gaming benchmarks or productivity workstation results for this processor?

The Intel Core i7-7800X is a 6-core, 12-thread Skylake-X processor (3.5 GHz base, 4.0 GHz turbo) that serves as an entry-level HEDT option for the LGA 2066 socket, offering 28 PCIe lanes and quad-channel memory support. Key advantages include strong multi-threaded performance for content creation and high overclocking potential, with some users achieving stable 4.8 GHz speeds....Read more

cpubenchmark.net

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Intel Core i7-7800X @ 3.50GHz - CPU Benchmarks Would you like to see gaming benchmarks or productivity performance comparisons for this specific chip?

The Intel Core i7-7800X is a 6-core, 12-thread HEDT processor (Skylake-X) utilizing the LGA 2066 socket, offering a 3.5 GHz base clock and quad-channel memory support. Key strengths include AVX-512 instruction set support, 28 PCIe lanes for high throughput, and an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. However, it features a high 140W TDP requiring substantial cooling, lacks...Read more

digitalfoundry.net

30/07/2017

Intel Skylake-X: Intel's new six, eight and ten-core CPUs reviewed

Digital Foundry's review of Intel’s Skylake-X lineup (i9-7900X, i7-7820X, i7-7800X) highlights a significant architectural shift to a "mesh" interconnect, delivering massive multi-core performance gains for high-end desktop (HEDT) users. While offering superior rendering and encoding speeds, the processors are criticized for being extremely power-hungry and running hot due to the...Read more

techspot.com

12/07/2017

Core i7-7800X vs. 7700K, 6 or 4 Cores for Gaming?

According to TechSpot, the Core i7-7700K outperforms the 6-core i7-7800X for gaming, proving an average of 13% faster in minimum frame rates across a 30-game suite. While the 7800X suffers from higher power consumption and increased gaming latency due to its re-architected cache, it serves as a more powerful, feature-rich platform (X299, quad-channel memory, 28 PCIe lanes) for...Read more

techspot.com

23/06/2017

Intel Core i9-7900X, Core i7-7820X and i7-7800X Review

The Intel Core i9-7900X and Core i7 Skylake-X processors deliver a significant, roughly 30% boost in multi-threaded performance over previous generations, with the 10-core 7900X leading the lineup. While offering strong, high-bandwidth computing power, the chips suffer from extreme power consumption and thermal output. Despite the performance gains, gaming performance lags behind...Read more

bit-tech.net

20/09/2017

Intel Core i7-7800X Review | bit-tech.net

The Intel Core i7-7800X, a six-core, 12-thread CPU, was introduced as an accessible entry point to the LGA2066 HEDT platform. While offering strong multi-threaded performance and competitive pricing for the X299 platform, the processor's value was immediately challenged by impending, more affordable mainstream "Coffee Lake" processors. Key pros included excellent overclocking, with...Read more

chip.de

13/02/2018

Intel Core i7-7800X Review - CHIP

The Intel Core i7-7800X, a 6-core Skylake-X processor, serves as an accessible entry point to the high-end desktop (HEDT) platform, offering solid performance for multi-threaded tasks and impressive overclocking headroom up to 4.8 GHz. Despite these advantages, the chip often underperforms compared to the cheaper quad-core i7-7700K in gaming, which is 11% faster due to higher stock...Read more

tomshardware.fr

19/07/2017

Core i7-7800X vs 7700K Review: Which CPU is Best for Gaming?

This Tom's Hardware review finds the quad-core Intel Core i7-7700K to be a better, more cost-effective option for pure gaming than the six-core i7-7800X, which suffers from higher latency due to its mesh architecture. While the i7-7800X provides more PCIe lanes and quad-channel memory, it runs hotter, requires more expensive X299 motherboards, and often trails in gaming benchmarks,...Read more

elchapuzasinformatico.com

18/07/2017

The Intel Core i7-7700K is better than the Core i7-7800X for gaming

An analysis by El Chapuzas Informático concludes the Intel Core i7-7700K is superior to the i7-7800X for gaming, delivering higher average (130 FPS) and minimum (105 FPS) frame rates across 30 games due to higher clock speeds and lower cache latency. While the i7-7800X offers advantages in multi-threaded tasks and PCIe lanes, it consumes up to 41% more power and provides less value,...Read more

profesionalreview.com

05/06/2017

Intel Core i7-7800X and Core i7-7820X benchmarks and Ryzen comparison

Profesional Review's analysis of the Intel Core i7-7820X and i7-7800X, based on the X299 platform against Ryzen, highlights strong performance for creators and high-end enthusiasts, though with significant power and heat caveats. The 8-core i7-7820X is presented as a high-performance "sweet spot" (3.6-4.5 GHz) offering exceptional multi-core, albeit at a high price point. The 6-core...Read more

muycomputer.com

23/06/2017

Analysis of the Core i9-7900X, Core i7-7820X, and Core i7-7800X

The MuyComputer review of Intel’s Skylake-X HEDT lineup (Core i9-7900X, i7-7820X, i7-7800X) highlights a significant architectural shift to the LGA2066 socket, offering exceptional multi-threaded performance for professional workstations. Pros include superior raw IPC, strong gaming performance, and a lower entry price point for 10-core processors compared to previous generations....Read more

hardware.info

03/07/2017

Intel Core i7 7820X and 7800X review: Cheaper Skylake-X CPUs tested - Intel Core i7 7800X/7820X vs. AMD Ryzen 7 1800X

The Hardware.info review examines the Intel Core i7-7820X and i7-7800X, positioning them as cheaper, high-performance options for the Skylake-X platform against AMD’s Ryzen 7 1800X. While the 8-core i7-7820X demonstrates superior single-threaded performance and strong 1080p gaming results, the 6-core i7-7800X faces challenges in delivering value compared to cheaper 8-core...Read more

hardware.info

03/07/2017

Intel Core i7 7820X and 7800X review: affordable Skylake-X - Gaming benchmarks (GTX 1080 Ti): Prey

The Hardware.info review highlights the Intel Core i7-7820X and i7-7800X as accessible Skylake-X HEDT processors, with the 8-core 7820X offering superior performance for gaming and content creation over the 6-core 7800X. While the i7-7820X provides an impressive balance of high clock speeds, 11MB L3 cache, and quad-channel memory support, it is limited to 28 PCIe lanes compared to...Read more

tweakers.net

19/06/2017

Intel's Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X - X299 Platform and Kaby Lake-X Tested

The Intel Core-X series, paired with the X299 chipset, transitions to a mesh topology and rebalanced cache, yielding strong performance in multi-threaded tasks, though potentially increasing latency in gaming. Skylake-X chips offer superior quad-channel memory and high PCIe lane counts, while the Kaby Lake-X models (i7-7740X, i5-7640X) provide high clock speeds but lack these...Read more

hardware.info

03/07/2017

Intel Core i7 7820X and 7800X review: Benchmarks for the new test procedure

The Hardware Info review analyzes the Intel Core i7-7820X and i7-7800X, positioning them as more accessible Skylake-X HEDT options, with the 8-core 7820X delivering high performance via 4.5 GHz Turbo Boost 3.0, while the 6-core 7800X is deemed less competitive due to lower clocks. Architectural shifts to a mesh interconnect and 1MB L2 cache per core yield strong productivity...Read more

hardware.info

03/07/2017

Intel Core i7 7820X and 7800X review: affordable Skylake-X CPUs tested

Hardware.Info reviews Intel's Skylake-X Core i7-7820X and 7800X, highlighting the 8-core 7820X as a high-performance "sweet spot" utilizing a new mesh interconnect for improved data flow and strong 4K video encoding capabilities. The 6-core 7800X offers a solid multi-threaded alternative to mainstream options, yet both chips face stiff competition from AMD's Ryzen lineup. Pros...Read more

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