Intel Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W

Name: Intel Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B07598VZR8

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Bottom line: The Intel Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo: 6 cores/12 threads at up to 4.7GHz turbo still clears 60fps in most 1080p titles; main trade-off: locked to Intel 300 Series chipsets — no upgrade path to newer LGA1700 boards.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 6 cores/12 threads at up to 4.7GHz turbo still clears 60fps in most 1080p titles
✓ Unlocked K-series multiplier for straightforward overclocking on Z370/Z390 boards
✓ 12MB L3 cache helps frame pacing in CPU-bound sim and strategy games
✓ Integrated UHD Graphics 630 gets a retro build POSTing with no discrete GPU

Cons

✗ Locked to Intel 300 Series chipsets — no upgrade path to newer LGA1700 boards
✗ 95W TDP and hot-running solder-free TIM demand a solid aftermarket cooler
✗ DDR4-only memory support, so no DDR5 platform migration later
✗ 6 cores now trails modern 8-16 core chips in streaming and heavy multitasking

Manufacturer description

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SpecPicks Verdict

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Key Features

Intel UHD Graphics 630
Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 300 Series Chipsets
6 Cores / 12 Threads
3.70 GHz up to 4.70 GHz Max Turbo Frequency / 12 MB Cache
Intel Optane Memory Supported
System Ram Type: ddr4_sdram

Full Specifications

Brand	Intel
Turbo	Yes
Wattage	95 watts
Platform	Windows 10
CPU Model	Core i7
CPU Speed	3.7 GHz
CPU Socket	LGA 1151
Model Number	BX80684I78700K
Built-In Media	Manual, Processor
Item Type Name	Processor
Mfr Part Number	BX80684I78700K
Processor Brand	Intel
Processor Count	12
Processor Speed	3.7 GHz
Secondary Cache	12 MB
System Ram Type	ddr4_sdram
CPU Manufacturer	Intel
Processor Series	Core i7
Processor Socket	LGA 1151
Processor Core Count	6

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