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Product Description
The Intel Core i7 processor Extreme Edition will help you conquer the world of extreme gaming with the fastest performing processor on the planet. With faster, intelligent multi-core technology that accelerates performance to match your workload, it delivers an incredible breakthrough in gaming performance. Package Type - LGA1366 Intel Quick Path Interconnect Speed - 6.4 GT/s Integrated Memory Controller - 3 Channels, 2 Dimms/Ch Memory Type/Speed - DDR3 800/1066 MHZ Quad Core Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology Supports Intel 64 Architecture Supports Intel Virtualization Technology Supports Executive Disable Bit capability Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Wide Dynamic Execution Enhanced Halt State (C1E) Intel Thermal Monitor 2 Optimized for 32-bit and 64-bit applications Enhanced floating point and multimedia unit for enhanced video, audio, encryption and 3D performance

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars

Worth the price? Maybe. December 14, 2008
9 out of 9 found this review helpful

There is no question that this CPU is incredibly fast, and is likely the fastest consumer chip ever released by Intel (or anyone else for that matter). It is simply an amazing piece of technology. However, I'm not sure it is worth the price. There are discernible difference between this and the Intel Core i7 920 2.66GHz processor, but are they worth 3x the price? Let's evaluate.

The I7 965 operates at 3.2ghz, and has a quick path speed of 6400 MT/s vs. the I7 920 which operates at 2.67ghz and has a quick path speed of 4800 MT/s. In every other aspect they are the same chips. Same 8mb cache size and both are 45nm chips. Essentially the main difference between the two CPUs is the quick path speed, which is roughly equivalent to FSB. That's a simplification I know, but it's accurate enough for this comparison. The higher frequency speed is nice, but high end ghz isn't as important as it used to be now that almost all software (and especially games which is what this card is intended for) are written for multi-thread processors.

Given the fact that overclocking these chips is very easy and that they're very, very stable at 20-30% over their stock operating speed, and given the fact that virtually all new games being written for multiple core gaming, I'm just not convinced that the price difference between the I7 920 and the I7 965 is justified.

The I7 965 strikes me as ideal for someone who wants top shelf speed but doesn't want to pursue overclocking. Basically your paying a premium for an enthusiast chip. You can get remarkable performance out of the I7 920 if you spend a bit of time to tweak it. For me, tweaking a I7 920 is a much better option, considering the price point on the two CPUs. However, if you are trying to build the 'ultimate' machine, and have the cash, the I7 965 is crazy-amazing. Both are fantastic CPUs, and you'll have to decided for yourself if the price of the I7 965 is worth it.

5 out of 5 stars

WOW! - This is one amazing processor. BEAST! November 19, 2008
23 out of 25 found this review helpful

I upgraded to this processor from a Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz 6M L2 Cache 1333MHz FSB LGA775 Dual-Core Processor. This processor is an amazing upgrade. I recommend the RAM for this processor Corsair TR3X6G1333C9 XMS3 6 GB 3 x 2 GB PC3-10666 1333MHz 240-Pin DDR3 Core i7 Memory Kit. This is one serious processor, the cost in my opinion is totally worth it. Just like all black box Intel processors this one is for serious gaming/ video editing. There are several Intel Core i7 processors out there that are more moderate and significantly less costly. You will see amazing boot times and access times that are really short. Games have no stutters or any significant lag.

I got a 3D Mark Vantage score of around 19,000 amazing!

Lets get to the specs:
965 Extreme Edition
Process: 45 nm
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Clock (GHz): 3.2
Cache: 256 KB L2/core 8 MB shared L3
Memory: 3xDDR3 800/1066 MHz
Quickpath*: 1x 6.4 GT/s
Socket: LGA 1336 **

* QuickPath is a point-to-point processor interconnect developed by Intel to compete with HyperTransport. It allows the sub processors on the motherboard to have a quick access point to the main processor.
** make sure your motherboard has this socket before ordering.

Pro's -
Amazing power for your desktop
Speed

Con's -
Costs
Requires new motherboard
Requires new memory

If your ready to step up to the latest killer system then this is the processor for you!

Thank you for reading my review I hope it helped.

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