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Intel Core i7 9700 desktop CPU silver heat spreader with gold contact pads

Intel

Intel Core i7-9700 8-Core desktop processor OEM

SKU CH-VZ4B-GX4SV

Eight-core desktop processor reaching 4.7 GHz turbo with 12 MB L3 cache, integrated UHD 630 graphics, and 65 W TDP for LGA 1151 (300 Series) boards

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • NameCore i7-9700
  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Core NameCoffee Lake
  • # of Cores8-Core
  • # of Threads8-Threads
  • 8 cores and 8 threads handle parallel workloads efficiently
  • Max turbo frequency reaches 4.7 GHz for demanding single-thread tasks
  • 12 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency across all cores
  • Integrated UHD Graphics 630 runs up to 1.2 GHz for display output
  • 65 W base power keeps thermal requirements manageable

Intel Core i7-9700 8-Core Desktop Processor

The Intel Core i7-9700 is an 8-core desktop processor built on the Coffee Lake architecture for the LGA 1151 (300 Series) socket. It delivers a 3.0 GHz base frequency and a 4.7 GHz max turbo frequency with a 65W TDP. The chip includes Intel UHD Graphics 630 and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory.

Sustained Load Behaviour

With eight physical cores and eight threads, the processor handles parallel workloads such as video encoding and compilation without relying on hyper-threading. The 12MB L3 cache and 14nm process help maintain clocks during extended sessions while the 65W thermal envelope keeps cooling requirements moderate.

Upgrade Path From 4-Core 8th Gen

Moving from a 4-core 8th Gen part to this 8-core 9th Gen CPU doubles the core count and raises the max turbo to 4.7 GHz. The jump is worthwhile when workloads scale across threads, such as streaming while gaming or running virtual machines. A 300-series motherboard is required for compatibility.

Highlights

  • 8 cores and 8 threads handle parallel workloads efficiently
  • Max turbo frequency reaches 4.7 GHz for demanding single-thread tasks
  • 12 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency across all cores
  • Integrated UHD Graphics 630 runs up to 1.2 GHz for display output
  • 65 W base power keeps thermal requirements manageable

Specifications

BrandIntel
Processors TypeDesktop
SeriesCore i7 9th Gen
NameCore i7-9700
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151 (300 Series)
Core NameCoffee Lake
# of Cores8-Core
# of Threads8-Threads
Operating Frequency3.0 GHz
Bus Speed8 GT/s
L2 Cache8 x 256KB
L3 Cache12MB
Manufacturing Tech14nm
Memory Channel2
Virtualization Technology SupportYes
Integrated GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
Graphics Base Frequency350 MHz
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency1.2 GHz
PCI Express Revision3.0
Max Number of PCI Express Lanes16
Thermal Design Power65W
Operating System SupportedWindows 11

Questions about this item

Does this processor come with a cooler?

No, the package contains the processor only; a compatible LGA 1151 cooler must be purchased separately.

Which motherboards will accept this CPU?

Only motherboards built on the Intel 300 Series chipset with an LGA 1151 socket are supported.

What memory type and speed does the chip officially support?

It runs dual-channel DDR4; the integrated memory controller handles standard JEDEC speeds for the platform.

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