Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-920 vs Intel Core i7-950


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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-920
Core i7-950
Origin
Costa Rica
China
About the Product
The Intel Core i7-920 processor, codenamed Bloomfield core and socket LGA1366, has a 2.6GHz quad-core processor. It is a gaming processor, so it has an 8MB L3 cache. There is no integrated graphics core. The processor has Turbo Boost and Hyper-Threading technology for maximum performance.
Core i7-950 runs at 3.06GHz, 4.8 GT / s bus, and has an 8MB L3 cache. Heat dissipation of the processor 130W. Only DDR3 1066 and 1333 MHz memory are officially supported. An amazing processor for every task.
Package Size
Height
4.57 in.
4.9 in.
Width
3.98 in.
4.4 in.
Depth
2.76 in.
2.8 in.
Weight
0.75 lbs.
1.3 lbs.

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Details
Socket
FCLGA1366
FCLGA1366
Lithography
45 nm
45 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Bloomfield
Bloomfield
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-920 CPU Processor
  • The chip dropped right into the motherboard and the socket clamped on it with no problems.
  • This chip still has edge even compare to the up coming Socket 1156 i7 and i5 chips.
  • Installation was easy after I had the confidence to clamp it down as tightly as it needed to be.
  • This chip was quite easy to install. It fell easily into socket 1366.
  • It was a bit tricky installing a new I7 Processor. The lack of pins caused me some concern.
Intel Core i7-950 CPU Processor
  • The LGA 1366 socket is secure and makes this CPU simple to place and clamp.
  • The unit is extremely easy to install, fitting snugly into LGA1366 socket.
  • Best value CPU for the 1366 socket at the moment.
  • The setup was easy, install was a breeze, and the computer is a powerhouse.
  • No problems installing. Has amazing socket.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
4
4
CPU Threads
8
8
Clock Speed
2.66 GHz
3.06 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
2.93 GHz
3.33 GHz
Max TDP
130 W
130 W
Max Temperature
67.9 °C
67.9 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i7-920 CPU Processor
  • I mistyped a setting and accidentally got the chip up to 3.0 Ghz - It was stable.
  • Team this with an SSD and you will have the fastest computer you've ever owned.
  • If you go the water cooling route you can blow this thing up to 3.1GHZ.
  • It does everything fast, from video encoding to gaming.
  • I have my Core i7 920 easily overclocked to 2.95GHz and the system is stable even under the highest loads.
Intel Core i7-950 CPU Processor
  • Very fast, easy to install and hard working. Great for gaming.
  • I do a lot of 3D work, and this is a dynamic and fast processor.
  • It has worked flawlessly since day one, is great for multitasking and very fast and is therefore highly recommended.
  • It's fast, really fast and runs extremely cool.
  • Temps are great with 70C being average under stress.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
1024 kB
1000 kB
L3 Cache Size
8000 kB
8000 kB
Max Memory Size
24 GB
24 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
3
3
Max Memory Bandwidth
25.6 GB/s
25.6 GB/s

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

Intel Core i7-920

Intel Core i7-950

What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i7-920 CPU Processor
  • It runs extremely fast with 8G of main ram and 16G of RAM disc used sortof as a cache.
  • Along with a good motherboard and fast RAM this is the gamers choice.
  • This processor is great with L2 and L3 cache. I recommend it to everyone.
  • The 8MB L3 cache is a great adaptation for 64-bit processing.
  • About time Intel put the memory controller on the CPU. Works good.
Intel Core i7-950 CPU Processor
  • Installed flawlessly and has been solid as a rock. Great works with 16GB memory.
  • This is a great chip very fast and I haven't even overclocked it yet. Enough cache for games.
  • Super fast and can run everyone of your applications. 8MB of cache is great.
  • I like that I can install up to 3 memory sticks.
  • Excellent maximum memory capacity. Highly recommend.
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
Yes
Yes
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
Yes
Yes
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
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