Explore Intel Core i7-3960X @ 3.30GHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.
Last updated: 2026-10-20Intel Core i7-3960X @ 3.30GHz is a Desktop processor with 6 cores and 12 threads. It runs at 3.3 GHz and boosts up to 3.9 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 8436 and a single-thread rating of 1778. Its stated TDP is 130 W.
A summary based on specifications and results.
Intel Core i7-3960X @ 3.30GHz is a Desktop processor with 6 cores and 12 threads. It runs at 3.3 GHz and boosts up to 3.9 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 8436 and a single-thread rating of 1778. Its stated TDP is 130 W.
Specification context
The Intel Core i7-3960X @ 3.30GHz is a Desktop released in 2011. Recorded specifications include 6 cores and 12 threads, up to 3.90 GHz turbo, a 130 W reference TDP, a 8,436 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.
The 8,436 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,778 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.
It uses socket LGA2011. A matching socket is only the first check; confirm the official motherboard CPU-support list, BIOS revision and board power limits.
The 130 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.
FAQ
The main recorded details are 6 cores and 12 threads, up to 3.90 GHz turbo, a 130 W reference TDP, a 8,436 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.
Start with LGA2011 motherboards, then confirm the official CPU-support list and required BIOS revision for the exact board before buying.
The recorded reference TDP is 130 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.
This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.
Multi-axis comparison
A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.
A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.
Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.
Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.
Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.
Snapshot from 2026-10-20
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Category | Desktop |
| Release year | 2011 |
| Socket | LGA2011 |
| Cores / threads | 6 / 12 |
| Base clock | 3.30 GHz |
| Max turbo | 3.90 GHz |
| TDP | 130 W |
| Integrated graphics | — |
| Memory type | — |
|---|---|
| Official speed | — |
| Maximum capacity | — |
