INTEL Core i7 10700KF 10th Generation Processor ( 5.1 GHz / 8 Cores / 16 Threads )

Product Description

**Features of Intel Core i7-10700KF 10th Generation Processor**

The Intel Core i7-10700KF, released in April 2020, is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor in Intel’s 10th Generation Core i7 lineup. Built on the Comet Lake architecture, this processor utilizes the LGA1200 socket and features Intel Hyper-Threading technology, effectively doubling its core count to handle 16 threads for enhanced multitasking and performance. With a base clock speed of 3.8 GHz, it can boost up to 5.1 GHz under heavy workloads.

**Key Specifications:**
– **Cores/Threads**: 8 Cores / 16 Threads
– **Base Clock Speed**: 3.8 GHz
– **Max Turbo Frequency**: 5.1 GHz
– **Cache**: 16 MB L3
– **Socket**: LGA1200
– **TDP**: 125W
– **Unlocked Multiplier**: Yes, allowing for customizable overclocking.

**Memory and PCIe Support**:
– **Memory Support**: Dual-channel DDR4 up to 2933 MT/s, with potential for higher speeds through overclocking.
– **Max Memory Capacity**: 128 GB
– **PCIe Generation**: Gen 3 for communication with compatible components.

**Virtualization and Instruction Sets**:
– **Hardware Virtualization**: Improves performance in virtualized environments.
– **IOMMU (PCI Passthrough)**: Allows virtual machines to directly access host hardware.
– **Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX)**: Supports AVX and AVX2 for accelerated performance in calculation-heavy applications; however, it does not support AVX-512.

**Graphics and Cooling**:
– **Integrated Graphics**: None; requires a separate graphics card.
– **Cooling Solution**: Not included; an efficient cooling system is recommended due to the 125W TDP.

**Additional Details**:
– **Warranty**: 3 Years

**Ideal For**:
The Intel Core i7-10700KF is a high-performance option for gaming, productivity, and demanding applications, especially suited for users looking to customize performance through overclocking.