Intel Core i9-7940X processor 3.1 GHz 19.25 MB Smart Cache
- Intel® Core™ i9 X-series i9-7940X 3.1 GHz
- 19.25 MB Smart Cache LGA 2066 (Socket R4)
- Processor cores: 14 64-bit 165 W
- Maximum internal memory supported by processor: 128 GB DDR4-SDRAM
Maximize Performance
Whether you are working on your latest feature film or the next episode of a YouTube* series, the unlocked Intel® Core™ X-series processors are designed to scale to your performance needs by using the two fastest cores at higher frequencies and up to 18 cores when extreme mega tasking is required. Experience extreme performance, immersive 4K visuals, high speed storage and memory, and the latest technological advancements – all designed to get you from planning to final product faster than ever.
Power Your Creativity
Spend more time creating and less time waiting. The Intel® Core X-series processor can handle your most demanding workload. Upload and edit your 360˚ videos quickly and experience VR videos–all in stunning 4K. There are no limits to what you can create on your new computer.
Mega-Task to the Extreme
When creating your best work, you need the most responsive technology to handle multiple, CPU-intensive tasks at once. With an Intel® Core X-series processor, you can edit your video, render 3D effects, and compose the soundtrack simultaneously without compromising your computer’s performance.
Overclock with Confidence
The Intel® Core™ X-series processor family is unlocked to provide additional headroom. New features include the ability to overclock each core individually, AVX ratio controls for more stability, and VccU voltage control for extreme scenarios. Combined with tools like Intel’s Extreme Tuning Utility (Intel® XTU) and Extreme Memory Profile (Intel® XMP), you have a powerful kit for maximizing performance.
Intel® Smart Cache
Improve efficiency with Intel® Smart Cache technology. All cores now have access to the entire last-level cache, pre-fetching data before requests are made. Intel® Smart Cache also features a new power-saving feature that dynamically flushes memory based on demand or during periods of inactivity, ensuring your applications keep up with your demands.
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Increase your computer’s processing power. Available on Intel® Core X-series processors, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 identifies your processor’s two fastest cores and directs your most critical workloads there2. With improved single-threaded performance, you to get the best performance possible out of your computer.
Processor | |
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Generation | 7th Generation |
Processor ARK ID | 126695 |
Processor codename | Skylake |
Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max) | 85 GB/s |
Bus type | DMI3 |
Compatible chipsets | Intel® X299 |
Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 165 W |
Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
Processor cache | 19.25 MB |
Processor boost frequency | 4.3 GHz |
Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
System bus rate | 8 GT/s |
Processor threads | 28 |
Processor series | Intel® Core™ X-series |
Component for | PC |
Cooler included | No |
Box | No |
Processor socket | LGA 2066 (Socket R4) |
Processor cores | 14 |
Processor base frequency | 3.1 GHz |
Processor model | i9-7940X |
Processor generation | 7th gen Intel® Core™ i9 |
Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 X-series |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Memory | |
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ECC | No |
Memory channels | Quad-channel |
Memory voltage supported by processor | 1.2 V |
Memory clock speeds supported by processor | 2666 MHz |
Memory types supported by processor | DDR4-SDRAM |
Maximum internal memory supported by processor | 128 GB |
Features | |
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Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) | G077159 |
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) | 5A992C |
Scalability | 1S |
Embedded options available | No |
PCI Express CEM revision | 3.0 |
CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
Thermal solution specification | PCG 2017X |
Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0, AVX-512 |
PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 44 |
Market segment | Desktop |
Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
Processor special features | |
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Virtual Reality (VR) ready | Yes |
Intel 64 | Yes |
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
AVX-512 Fused Multiply-Add (FMA) units | 2 |
Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Yes |
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready | Yes |
Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 frequency | 4.4 GHz |
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
General | |
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Product family | Core |
Product series | X |
Operational conditions | |
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Tjunction | 102 °C |
Technical details | |
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Bus bandwidth | 8 |
Bus type units | GT/s |
Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology frequency | 4400 MHz |
Processor brand name | Intel Core i7 X-seriesIntel Core i7 X-series processor |
Last change | 63903513 |
Product family | Intel Core Processors |
Launch date | Q3’17 |
Status | Discontinued |
Maximum memory | 128 GB |
Bus speed | 8 GT/s |
Processor cache | 19712 KB |
Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
Product type | Processor |
Packaging data | |
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Package type | Retail box |
Package weight | 100 g |
Package height | 101 mm |
Package depth | 116 mm |
Package width | 44 mm |
Logistics data | |
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Harmonized System (HS) code | 8542310001 |
Weight & dimensions | |
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Processor package size | 52.5 x 45 mm |
Other features | |
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Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
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