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Intel Core i7-2600K Quad-Core Processor 3.4 Ghz 8 MB Cache LGA 1155 - BX80623I72600K
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Brand | Intel |
CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
CPU Model | Core i7-2600K |
CPU Speed | 3.4 |
CPU Socket | LGA 1155 |
About this item
- Specs: Quad-core 3.4GHz, 8M Cache, Intel HD Graphics 3000, 95 watt TDP, Dual-channel DDR3 memory support, socket LGA1155
- Quad-core processor with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel HT) delivers eight-way
- Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology is an advanced means of enabling very high performance while also delivery power-conservation.
- 8 MB Intel Smart Cache is dynamically shared to each processor core, based on workload
- All Core i7 processors have Intel Turbo Boost Technology
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For gaming | — | 4.7 | 4.7 | 3.8 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
Easy to lock | — | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.1 | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Value for money | — | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 3.0 | 4.1 |
Stability | — | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 3.7 | — |
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core count | 4 | 12 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
cpu socket | LGA 1155 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1155 | LGA 1155 | LGA 1155 |
cpu speed | — | 4.4 GHz | — | 3.4 GHz | 3.2 GHz | 2.1 GHz |
cpu family | Core i7 2600K | core i5 | core i7 | core i7 | core i5 | core i7 |
L2 cache | 8 MB | 18 MB | 11 MB | — | — | 8 MB |
wattage | — | 65 watts | 125 watts | 77 watts | 77 watts | 95 watts |
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Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 4 x 3.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 11.2 ounces |
ASIN | B004FA8NOQ |
Item model number | BX80623I72600K |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #305 in Computer CPU Processors |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 9, 2011 |
Manufacturer | Intel |
Language | English |
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Intel Core i7 processors deliver an incredible breakthrough in quad-core performance and feature the latest innovations in processor technologies.
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Intel Core i7 processors deliver an incredible breakthrough in quad-core performance and feature the latest innovations in processor technologies.
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Customers like the speed, value, performance, heat and power of the computer processor. They mention that it works like a charm, is fantastic value for the price range, has top notch technology and that it runs relatively cool. That said, some appreciate stability, ease of use and the power-to-dollar ratio.
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Customers are satisfied with the speed of the computer processor. They mention that it is faster, for a decently priced, high performance CPU, and has an unlocked multiplier. They say it works like a charm and that overclocking is its strong point. Customers also say that it works well with XP and Windows 7 and that it can be overclocked to 4.5 GHz.
"...It's a bargain price for some high-performance, and high-quality hardware. It'll slaughter anything you throw at it, and then some...." Read more
"...Pros: + Unbelievably, freakishly fast. + Actually pretty dang efficient (~3-5 watts idle, 70-80w max load). + Very overclockable...." Read more
"I have to start by saying that this Intel processor is just super fast, REALLY EASY to overclock even your grandma can do it..." Read more
"Very fast, and those effective 8 cores allow you to do many things at once, all at full speed. There also is a 2700K model available for $50 more...." Read more
Customers generally like the value of the computer processor. They say it has much power, is the best processor for the price range, and is dirt cheap.
"...All in all, I give this thing a 5 out of 5. It's a bargain price for some high-performance, and high-quality hardware...." Read more
"...and depending on how you see it, the price is awesome...." Read more
"...(less power, less cost, less heat, less noise from less heat to exhaust, and more..." Read more
"...Fantastic CPU for the price...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the computer processor. For example, they say it's fantastic, top notch technology, and a stellar performer. That said, some say the sink and fan were of adequate quality. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and quality of the product.
"...It's a bargain price for some high-performance, and high-quality hardware. It'll slaughter anything you throw at it, and then some...." Read more
"...Pros: + Unbelievably, freakishly fast. + Actually pretty dang efficient (~3-5 watts idle, 70-80w max load). + Very overclockable...." Read more
"...using this in a Hackintosh setup with 16gig ram and this is one of the nicest machines I have yet to use.CPU A+++..." Read more
"This processor is insanely fast! Definitly top notch technology...." Read more
Customers like the heat of the processor. They mention that it runs relatively cool, has better heat management than the Ivy and Haswell generations, and the 550W pure power source is excellent quality and cheap. Some customers also mention that the processor runs very cool with a good after-market cooler.
"...+ Very overclockable. + Runs relatively cool...." Read more
"...Heat hasn't remotely been a problem. I don't think the fan is whisper quiet though. However, there 2 important things to mention...." Read more
"...SOURCE MUSTIFF 550W pure power source excellent quality is cheap does not heat, have burned several 3 hot full power when the action begins smoke..." Read more
"...to my surprise the stock fan that came with this processor sucks at cooling it down. I would recommend buying an after market cpu cooler...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the power of the computer processor. They say it's fast, efficient, and easily overclocked. It's also good at idle power usage and has the best power-to-dollar ratio. It is one of the most powerful consumer CPUs out there and is the obvious performance and value champ since the invention of the CPU.
"...It's way beyond nice to have. It's one of the most powerful consumer CPUs out there, and by far the best power-to-dollar ratio out there." Read more
"...For the amount of tasks load, it appears to use less electricity than previous generations of CPU...." Read more
"...optimizations for HD video playback and conversions, (2) can offer a lower power usage than some power hungry graphics cards..." Read more
"...I can run multiple VST's on tracks unfrozen with barely any CPU usage. I think with about 8 VST's, my CPU usage was only 7%...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the stability of the computer processor. They mention that it is very stable, reliable, and a solid work horse for those on a budget.
"The i7-2600K is a last gen product but it's still a solid work horse for those on a budget...." Read more
"...Rock stable, all day long, in a workstation I use for hardcore 3D work...." Read more
"...This processor has not disappointed me in any way. It's rock solid, and overclocks effortlessly...." Read more
"...point, got it to 5.2 GHz with water cooling of course no sweat and runs stable...." Read more
Customers find the computer processor easy to use. They mention that it is blazing fast, easy to overclock, and a powerhouse. Some say that it runs fine at 4.3 GHz.
"...dang efficient (~3-5 watts idle, 70-80w max load). + Very overclockable. + Runs relatively cool...." Read more
"...start by saying that this Intel processor is just super fast, REALLY EASY to overclock even your grandma can do it..." Read more
"...Low heat and VERY overclockable. Mine is perfectly stable at 4.6GHz on my Maximus iv motherboard...." Read more
"...Pors: Amazing stock speeds with incredibly simple overclock ability/Energy efficient/Low temps/Next generation architecture/AMD who???..." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the computer processor to be easy. They mention that the installation was a breeze, and that the cool architecture and easy OCing abilities make it easy to window shop, compare, and plan.
"...1 - Installation - First of all, installing this thing was a cinch...." Read more
"...Anyway, installation was a breeze, and I'm cooling it with a [[ASIN:B0051U7HMI Corsair Hydro Series H80 High Performance Liquid CPU Cooler (CWCH80)]..." Read more
"...It installed with no problems and what a difference...." Read more
"...You can really feel the diference!! 5 Stars, no problems with the installation. Make sure you get a 1155 Motherboard...." Read more
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I've had a handful of computers [desktops and laptops, including a $5,000 Sager 9262 I bought in 2008] over the years, but they've always been pre-assembled, and I've always wanted to build my own desktop gaming rig. Having just gotten back home from Afghanistan, I had a bit of cash to finally throw into an attempt.
I won't go TOO into details on my rig, but I got the Corsair Obsidian 800D with a Gigabyte GA-P67A-UD7-B3 Motherboard (Mobo), GeForce GTX 570x2, Intel SSD, and Corsair 16gb of DDR3 1600Mhz RAM. And of course, the i7 2600K.
#1 - Installation - First of all, installing this thing was a cinch. [For my motherboard] All I had to do was lift the locking mechanism up, remove the dust guard, set the CPU on the contacts of the Mobo, and lock it down. I second-guessed myself when I did this, thinking it should have been a smidgen more difficult, but nope. Simple as that.
After installing every other component in my case, and turning this bad boy on, I immediately went into the bios to check it out. You can get pretty deep into the settings on this Mobo, but I got the hang of it rather quickly and familiarized myself with the capabilities of this processor. I didn't overclock it right off the bat (good idea for anyone), so I could get a baseline performance test (before and after, so to speak). I installed the OS and whatnot, followed by a few games like Crysis, Bioshock 2, Arma 2, etc.
#2 - Overclocking - The factory clock on this is 3.4Ghz (multiplier of 34). I'm currently pushing 4.4Ghz (or a multiplier of 44) with AIR COOLING, and without getting extremely hot. I plan on getting liquid cooling over time, but I'll wait for that.
#3 - Performance - As I'm not at that computer right now (doing this from work), I don't remember my exact framerate (FPS) in these games, I CAN tell you that it's extremely good. If I remember correctly, I got around 65 FPS on Crysis, and ARMA 2 with all graphics settings maxed out. I know that half of that may be the 570s, but this CPU helps A LOT!
#4 - Price - For $340, this thing blows the concept of "getting a deal" out of the water! The 2600K is regularly compared against the 990x in stats and performance, and the 990x is nearly $1,000!
All in all, I give this thing a 5 out of 5. It's a bargain price for some high-performance, and high-quality hardware. It'll slaughter anything you throw at it, and then some. It's compatible with all current-gen GPUs and most RAM.
I definitely recommend getting this CPU if you're planning on building your own gaming computer. It's way beyond nice to have. It's one of the most powerful consumer CPUs out there, and by far the best power-to-dollar ratio out there.
No, really, it's that fast. I upgraded from a 3.9ghz q9550 quad-core, and the transition is AMAZING. My q9550 @ 3.9ghz was about equivalent to an X6 1090t at stock clocks... however, this i7 seems to have doubled my computer's responsiveness. So, that means it's very, very, very fast. I'll post some hard data benchmarks on here when I get my cooling system optimized.
So far, I've seen anywhere from a 10% to a 40% increase in gaming performance, depending on how CPU-reliant the game is. I've nearly doubled my FPS in Assassin's Creed Brotherhood (very CPU-dependent) and GTA4 (also very CPU-dependent), while I got a modest 5-15FPS boost in Crysis 2 maingame (not-so-CPU dependent).
The good news is that this processor only hits about 60*C with a 4.2ghz overclock, using a modest watercooler and a good case. I have a Corsair H60, and I'm seeing about 60*C. I went pretty light on the thermal paste (Arctic Silver), but adding more won't change too much. Make sure your system is ready to handle the heat. I've maxed out at ~4.7ghz, but decided not to tweak voltage over 1.3V.
Pros: + Unbelievably, freakishly fast.
+ Actually pretty dang efficient (~3-5 watts idle, 70-80w max load).
+ Very overclockable.
+ Runs relatively cool.
Cons: - Some applications are too old-fashioned to use Intel Hyper-threading. Bummer.
- Intel HD graphics are useless. AMD APUs actually have a GPU.
- Doesn't wake me up in the morning and make my breakfast like a good little computer.
- Boxed cooler just takes up space (wouldn't it be awesome if you could save $15 and just buy the processor?).
In the meantime, I strongly suggest getting this CPU if you have the need or desire to build a killer machine. If you don't want to break the bank and get the best machine out there, check out the i5 2500k, which is also a totally killer processor.
Current Setup:
i7 2600k @ 4.2ghz (100.0fsb x 42mult)
Corsair H60 Watercooler
ASUS P67 Sabertooth REV.B3
8GB OCZ DDR3 1333mhz
EVGA GTX 470 (JET ENGINE)
Antec 1200 PC Case (Awesome)
Cooler Master 1000W PSU
WD 500GB 7200RPM + WD 1TB 7200RPM HDDs