INTEL Core I9 10980XE 10th Generation Exteme Edition Processor (4.8 GHz / 18 Cores / 36 Threads )

Product Description

Intel Core i9-10980XE 10th Gen Extreme Edition Processor Features

The Intel Core i9-10980XE is a high-performance desktop processor released in October 2019 as part of Intel’s Core i9 Extreme lineup. Built on the 10th Gen X-Series architecture and designed for Socket 2066, it features 18 cores and supports Intel Hyper-Threading, effectively doubling the core count to 36 threads. With a base clock speed of 3.0 GHz and the ability to boost up to 4.8 GHz depending on the workload, this processor delivers exceptional performance for demanding applications.

Manufactured on a 14 nm process, the i9-10980XE includes 24.75 MB of L3 cache, offering fast access to critical data. The processor is unlocked, making overclocking simple as you can adjust the multiplier to achieve higher frequencies, provided you have adequate cooling and power.

With a high TDP of 165W, the i9-10980XE requires robust cooling solutions to manage its power consumption. It supports quad-channel DDR4 memory, with a maximum officially supported memory speed of 2933 MT/s. For those willing to overclock, higher speeds can be achieved with compatible memory modules. The processor also supports PCI-Express Gen 3 for communication with other system components.

Please note, the Core i9-10980XE does not feature integrated graphics, so a separate dedicated graphics card is required.

The processor supports hardware virtualization for improved virtual machine performance, as well as IOMMU virtualization (PCI passthrough) for direct access to host hardware by guest virtual machines. It also supports AVX, AVX2, and AVX-512 instructions, which enhance performance in calculation-heavy applications.

Key Specifications:

• Cores: 18
• Threads: 36 (with Hyper-Threading)
• Base Clock: 3.0 GHz
• Boost Clock: Up to 4.8 GHz
• Cache: 24.75 MB L3 Cache
• TDP: 165W
• Memory Support: DDR4, quad-channel, up to 2933 MT/s (higher speeds possible with overclocking)
• PCIe: PCIe Gen 3 support
• Integrated Graphics: None (dedicated GPU required)
• Overclocking: Unlocked multiplier for easy overclocking
• Virtualization: Hardware virtualization and IOMMU (PCI passthrough) support
• AVX Support: AVX, AVX2, and AVX-512 for optimized performance in compute-heavy tasks