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Intel Core i7-980X Processor Extreme Edition 3.33 GHz, 6.4 QPI, 45nm, Integrated Three Channel DDR3 Memory Controller, Hyper-Threading Technology - lets your processor do two things at the same time, allowing its six cores to run 12 threads, 12 MB Smart Cache, Turbo Boost Technology - automatically speeds up your processor when you need it. So even if you are running multiple applications at the same time, turbo boost taps any unused power to give you an extra boost of speed single-core frequency up to 3.60 GHz, LGA-1366 package. 3 Year Limited Warranty. Compatible with the Intel Desktop Board DX58SO

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The Intel Core i7 980X processor Extreme Edition is Intel's first 32nm processor with 12 computing threads to deliver the cutting edge in PC performance. It combines the power of six processing cores running at 3.33 GHz into a single processor, guaranteeing the utmost performance and power for the most demanding applications. With 12 MB of smart cache, the Core i7 980X processor ensures that you get maximum responsiveness from your system, even when running many intensive programs simultaneously. Compatible with motherboards based on the Intel X58 Express chipset, the Core i7-980X processor takes your computing and gaming experience to the next level.

Intel Core i7-980X processor Extreme Edition features:

• Six 3.33 GHz cores and 12 threads for better performance.
• 12 MB of smart cache.
• Overclocker friendly.
• Quick Path Interconnect provides fast data transfer between the processor and chipset.

Breakaway Performance for Digital Media Creation
Whether editing high-definition videos, touching up family photos, or splicing up music, the Intel Core i7 980X processor Extreme Edition provides the processing power needed. The processor's 12 threads are optimized to keep up with the most advanced digital editing software. Compared to the previous generation of Intel Core2 processors, the Core i7 980X processor can process HD video almost twice as fast. It also accelerates DVD encoding and compression, allowing you to easily share your HD movies with everyone. Video transcoding and compression and image rendering are done faster than ever, so you'll never be left waiting for your computer to catch up to your imagination.

Powerful New Microarchitecture Eliminates Slowdown
The i7 family is Intel's flagship processor, and for good reason. With the i7 family, Intel engineers invented a revolutionary new style of microarchitecture. They replaced the front side bus--a longtime staple of processor design--with a new technology called QuickPath Interconnect (QPI). Using QPI, the Intel Core i7 980X processor increases bandwidth and lowers latency, while achieving data transfer speeds as high as 25.6 GB/s.

To put it simply, users will enjoy faster and more streamlined processing than ever before. Your computer will handle multiple projects and applications without the slowdown you'd experience with a lesser processor.

New Technologies Boost Performance
The Intel Core i7 980X processor Extreme Edition also makes use of several other cutting-edge technologies:

• Turbo Boost Technology allows the processor to automatically boost base clock speed of 3.33GHz to a maximum single-core frequency of 3.60GHz when it's operating below power/thermal limits.
• Hyper-threading Technology enables more efficient use of processor resources by allowing each core to work on two tasks at the same time. This 12 way multi-tasking makes the most of highly threaded software like media players and next-generation games.
• Smart Cache Memory increases available RAM resources, leading to less lag while multi-tasking.

¹ Warning: altering clock frequency and/or voltage may (i) reduce system stability and useful life of the system and processor; (ii) cause the processor and other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv) cause additional damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel has not tested, and does not warranty, the operation of the processor beyond its specificationsThe Intel Core i7 980X processor Extreme Edition is backed by a three-year limited warranty.

Intel Core i7 Processor ComparisonIntel Core i7-990X Processor Extreme EditionIntel Core i7-980X Processor Extreme EditionIntel Core i7-970 ProcessorIntel Core i7-960 ProcessorNumber of Processing Cores6664Number of Simultaneous Threads12 (With Intel HT Technology)12 (With Intel HT Technology)12 (With Intel HT Technology)8 (With Intel HT Technology)Clock Speed3.46 GHz3.33 GHz3.20 GHz3.20 GHzMax Turbo Frequency3.73 GHz3.60 GHz3.46 GHz3.46 GHzIntel Smart Cache12 MB12 MB12 MB8 MBMax Memory Size24 GB24 GB24 GB24 GBMemory TypesDDR3-1066DDR3-1066DDR3-800/1066DDR3-800/1066Number of DDR3 Memory Channels3333AES New InstructionsYesYesYesNo