Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) vs. Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen)

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Side by side comparison and review of Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) and Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen). Compare overall performance, core and thread counts, cache memory, speed, power efficiency, dimensions, socket compatibility and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect CPU. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the processor that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) vs. Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen) Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen)
Product Type Processor Processor
PROCESSOR Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen)
Type Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen)
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Compatible Processor Socket LGA2011-v3 Socket LGA1151 Socket
Manufacturing Process 14 nm 14 nm
Thermal Design Power 140 W 95 W
Thermal Specification - 100 °C
PCI Express Revision - 3.0
PCI Express Configurations - 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
PCI Express Lanes Qty - 16
Architecture Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel AES New Instructions (AES-NI), Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Smart Response Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel vPro Technology, Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Optane Memory Supported
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Number of Threads 20 threads 12 threads
Clock Speed (Frequency) 3 GHz 3.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 25 MB 12 MB
Cache Memory Details 25 MB Smart Cache - 12 MB
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen)
Type - Intel UHD Graphics 630
Base Frequency - 350 MHz
Max Dynamic Frequency - 1.2 GHz
Max Supported Memory Size - 64 GB
Max Supported Resolution - 4096x2304@24Hz (HDMI), 4096x2304@60Hz (eDP), 4096x2304@60Hz (DP)
Features - Intel Clear Video Technology, Intel Clear Video HD Technology, InTRU 3D Technology, Intel Quick Sync Video, Triple Display Capable
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 6950X (6th Gen) Intel Core i7 8700K (8th Gen)
Service & Support - Limited warranty - replacement - 3 years
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