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Upgrade your system with the Core i7-870 and own the finest processor in the world. These CPU powerhouses are designed to handle the most intense compute and visualization workloads you can throw at them. Core i7 processors allow you to multitask faster and unleash powerful media creation tools. Best of all, the 8MB of Intel Smart Cache gives you blazing speeds you never realized were possible.
Take advantage of Intel Turbo Boost technology which dynamically accelerates CPU performance to match your workload. Hyper-Threading technology effectively doubles the output of your four physical cores, giving you unmatched data processing. The Integrated Memory Controller optimizes data bandwidth with up to three channels.
Smart Cache provides a higher-performance, more efficient cache subsystem while HD Boost accelerates overall system performance across your multimedia applications. Add the Intel Core i7-870 to your system and you’ll never look back. Experience the convenience, versatility and raw power of Intel Core i7 processors today!
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Does everything I need
- Pros: Extremely fast. Does everything I need. I was debating between this and the Bloomfield CPU. I got his because it is more efficient and performs just as well or better than the high end Bloomfield if you don't need to overclock. I don't overclock and I use this mainly for video editing (Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects ETC.) I could not believe how mach faster this is compared to my Core 2 Duo CPU.
- Cons: Stock fan. Using the stock fan I maxed out at 70C just doing video transcoding or using a backup program.
- Other Thoughts: I replaced the stock fan with the Noctua NH-U12P SE2 120 mm and I couldn't be more happy. No matter what video editing tasks I throw at it my CPU never goes above 48C. I even ran Prime95 blended and it never rose above 51C! I also use Corsair Dominator memory and the cooler can be adjusted to fit over the 1st RAM slot! So I also get to keep the tall heat spreader that comes with the memory. If you do use this cooler , you do need a wide enough case for it to fit.
CPU: i7 870
MoBo: Asus P7P55D Deluxe
Mem: Corsair Dominator PC1600 8 8G's
Case: Antec 1200
Not disappointed
- Pros: Installed fine, worked on the first try, very powerful.
- Cons: Seems a little expensive compared to the 900 line.
- Other Thoughts: I'm not big on overclocking and benchmarks, but I am a hardcore gamer. So far everything is working great and I am very satisfied with my purchase. No additional configuration was needed with my new system and it worked on the first try.
| Model | BX80605I7870 |
| Series | Core i7 |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 1156 |
| Core | Lynnfield |
| Multi-Core | Quad-Core |
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Wicked fast
- Pros: 3.2 ghz on 4 threaded apps and 3.6 ghz on singles. This will handle anything I throw at it as of yet. Turbo boost rocks and is a big extra if you don't OC
- Cons: Price. At just a slight increase in performance over the 860, it is hard to justify paying almost double for the 870. I buy most of my stuff off Newegg but I picked this up off eb-y slightly used for about $300
- Other Thoughts: If you plan on running anything more intense than surfing online, drop the stock cooler for an aftermarket
Fast
- Pros: very fast, I have mine to 4.2 stable on air for folding in my dedicated folding rig running 24/7
- Cons: none
Does everything I need
- Pros: Extremely fast. Does everything I need. I was debating between this and the Bloomfield CPU. I got his because it is more efficient and performs just as well or better than the high end Bloomfield if you don't need to overclock. I don't overclock and I use this mainly for video editing (Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects ETC.) I could not believe how mach faster this is compared to my Core 2 Duo CPU.
- Cons: Stock fan. Using the stock fan I maxed out at 70C just doing video transcoding or using a backup program.
- Other Thoughts: I replaced the stock fan with the Noctua NH-U12P SE2 120 mm and I couldn't be more happy. No matter what video editing tasks I throw at it my CPU never goes above 48C. I even ran Prime95 blended and it never rose above 51C! I also use Corsair Dominator memory and the cooler can be adjusted to fit over the 1st RAM slot! So I also get to keep the tall heat spreader that comes with the memory. If you do use this cooler , you do need a wide enough case for it to fit.
CPU: i7 870
MoBo: Asus P7P55D Deluxe
Mem: Corsair Dominator PC1600 8 8G's
Case: Antec 1200
| Model |
| Brand |
Intel |
| Processors Type |
Desktop |
| Series |
Core i7 |
| Model |
BX80605I7870 |
| CPU Socket Type |
| CPU Socket Type |
LGA 1156 |
| Tech Spec |
| Core |
Lynnfield |
| Multi-Core |
Quad-Core |
| Name |
Core i7-870 |
| Operating Frequency |
2.93GHz |
| L3 Cache |
8MB |
| Manufacturing Tech |
45 nm |
| 64 bit Support |
Yes |
| Hyper-Threading Support |
Yes |
| Virtualization Technology Support |
Yes |
| Thermal Design Power |
95W |
| Cooling Device |
Heatsink and Fan included |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Parts |
3 years limited |
| Labor |
3 years limited |
Introduction
Upgrade your system with the Core i7-870 and own the finest processor in the world. These CPU powerhouses are designed to handle the most intense compute and visualization workloads you can throw at them. Core i7 processors allow you to multitask faster and unleash powerful media creation tools. Best of all, the 8MB of Intel Smart Cache gives you blazing speeds you never realized were possible.
Take advantage of Intel Turbo Boost technology which dynamically accelerates CPU performance to match your workload. Hyper-Threading technology effectively doubles the output of your four physical cores, giving you unmatched data processing. The Integrated Memory Controller optimizes data bandwidth with up to three channels.
Smart Cache provides a higher-performance, more efficient cache subsystem while HD Boost accelerates overall system performance across your multimedia applications. Add the Intel Core i7-870 to your system and you’ll never look back. Experience the convenience, versatility and raw power of Intel Core i7 processors today!
Highlights
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Intel Core i7 Quad-core Processor
With four processing cores, the multitasking monster Quad-Core Intel Core i7 processor delivers fourfold the performance on highly-threaded applications, taking your desktop PC experience into a completely new realm of mega power. The powerful processor delivers serious performance on the ultra-demanding games of today and tomorrow. The innovative 45nm quad-core technology optimizes thermal performance for reduced power consumption and noise.
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Integrated DDR3 Memory Controller
With the integrated DDR3 memory controller, the Intel Core i7 enables two channels of DDR3 1333 MHz memory, resulting in up to 21 GB/sec memory bandwidth. Plus the memory controller's lower latency and higher memory bandwidth delivers amazing performance for data-intensive applications.
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Intel Advanced Smart Cache
Intel Advanced Smart Cache Technology dynamically allocates the shared L2 cache to each processor core based on workload. This efficient, multi-core-optimized implementation increases the probability that each core can access data from fast L2 cache, resulting in significantly reduced latency for frequently used data and improved performance.
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Intel Turbo Boost technology
Intel Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload-more performance when you need it the most.
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Intel Wide Dynamic Execution
With Intel Wide Dynamic Execution, each of the four cores can complete up to four full instructions simultaneously, improves execution speed and efficiency, delivering more instructions per clock cycle.
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Greater Performance with Hyper-Threading Technology (HT Technology)
Hyper-threading enables multi-threaded software applications to execute two software threads in parallel to improve system responsiveness. Intel Core i7 enabled with HT Technology deliver performance and multitasking gains that result in increased productivity and efficiency.
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Quick Specs
| Brand | Intel |
| Core | Lynnfield |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 1156 |
| L3 Cache | 8MB |
| Manufacturing Tech | 45 nm |
| Multi-Core | Quad-Core |
| Operating Frequency | 2.93GHz |
| Processors Type | Desktop |
| Series | Core i7 |
| Thermal Design Power | 95W |
| Virtualization Technology Support | Yes |
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Reviewed By: on 1/18/2010
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
