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Intel Core i7-3770K Quad-Core Processor 3.5 GHz 8 MB Cache LGA 1155 - BX80637I73770K by Intel. Intel BX80637I73770K Core i7-3770K Ivy Bridge 3.5GHz LGA 1155 77W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 4000.

The i7-3770k is a incredible processor! Out of the field (with no overclocking), I received a Windows Experience Index ranking of 7.7 (on a 1.zero to 7.9 scale). The CPU set up is quite straightforward and the 'okay' on the end of 3770k means the processor is unlocked for simpler overclocking. The HD 4000 graphics are additionally great! I bought a Home windows Experience Index of 6.5 in each graphics categories without the necessity for a discrete GPU (when you don't need critical graphics performance, this processor may save you cash on a graphics card!). 

 This chip laughs at anything I give it. It can transcode a 1 hour forty five minute HD video in just a few minutes without using a lot of the full pressure of the processor (my explicit trial lasted about eleven minutes and utilized slightly below 20% of the CPU energy together with my web browser). I do have a few gentle reservations, however. First, the worth goes up (at least on amazon) and will finally drop off a bit. The beneficial retail worth (given by Intel) is around 320-330 (just like what the i7-2700k goes for). Second, the Intel Core i5 3570K Processor 3.four 4 BX80637I53570K shares a variety of the great features of the i7-3770k for lots less money (a hundred dollars or extra cheaper). You lose 2MB of L3 cache, one hundred MHz in clock pace and turbo pace, and the hyper-threading expertise whenever you move all the way down to the i5-3570k.

However you keep the HD 4000 graphics and the unlocked processor for overclocking (the i5-3570k might even be slightly higher for overclocking purposes which could make up for its 100 MHz lower, and even a number of the hyper-threading). Basically, if in case you have software which may totally make the most of 8 threads, this processor is probably price the extra cost. Third, the ivy bridge lineup does run a bit hotter than sandy bridge, however this is utterly anticipated from a smaller architecture. This should not be much of a problem (very good overclocking with air continues to be simply possible and extreme cooling permits for some unimaginable outcomes) but upgrading from an overclocked sandy bridge might not make a lot sense - until the HD 4000 graphics are value it for you. Overall, this is one of the best processors out there at this time (definitely one of the best performer on its socket sort). Any processor which beats this one prices a minimum of a number of hundred dollars extra and doesn't gain almost that a lot in additional performance. So, if you can handle the somewhat higher value than the i5-3570k, get this beast of a CPU!

Intel Core i7-3770K Quad-Core Processor 3.5 GHz 8 MB Cache LGA 1155 - BX80637I73770K 

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4.5 x 3.2 x 4 inches ; 7 ounces

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