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Intel Core i7-7700K Desktop Processor 4 Cores up to 4.5 GHz unlocked LGA 1151 100/200 Series 91W (Renewed)
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Intel Core i7-7700K Desktop Processor 4 Cores up to 4.5 GHz unlocked LGA 1151 100/200 Series 91W (Renewed)

Bottom line: The Intel Core i7-7700K Desktop Processor 4 Cores up to 4.5 GHz unlocked: 4 cores / 8 threads at 4.2 GHz base, 4.5 GHz max turbo; main trade-off: locked to Intel 100/200 Series chipset motherboards only.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 4 cores / 8 threads at 4.2 GHz base, 4.5 GHz max turbo
  • ✓ Unlocked K-series multiplier for overclocking headroom
  • ✓ Integrated UHD Graphics 630 skips a discrete GPU
  • ✓ Intel Optane Memory support plus 8 MB cache

Cons

  • ✗ Locked to Intel 100/200 Series chipset motherboards only
  • ✗ Renewed unit ships in a generic box, not retail packaging
  • ✗ Only a 90-day minimum warranty, not Intel's 3-year
  • ✗ 4 cores lag modern 6- and 8-core gaming chips

Manufacturer description

Intel

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Intel Core i7-7700K Desktop Processor 4 Cores up to 4.5 GHz unlocked… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the processors category. Amazon Renewed's processors lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for processors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com
  • 4 Cores / 8 Threads. Intel Optane Memory Supported. Intel UHD Graphics 630
  • 4.20 GHz up to 4.50 GHz Max Turbo Frequency / 8 MB Cache
  • Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 100 or 200 Series Chipsets
  • Intel Optane Memory Supported

Full Specifications

BrandIntel
TurboYes
Wattage91
PlatformWindows
CPU ModelCore i7
CPU Speed4.2 GHz
CPU SocketLGA 1151
Model NumberBX80677I77700K-cr
Mfr Part NumberBX80677I77700K-cr
Number of Items1
Processor BrandIntel
Processor Count4
Processor Speed4.2 GHz
Secondary Cache8 MB
CPU ManufacturerIntel
Processor SeriesCore i7
Processor SocketLGA 1151
Processor Core Count4
Warranty Description90 days limited warranty
Cache Memory Installed Size8

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