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Intel Core i9-10900X desktop processor in LGA 2066 package

Intel

Intel Core i9-10900X 10-Core 3.7 GHz LGA 2066 165W cpu accessory

SKU CH-YMEJ-X4K5W

A 10-core LGA 2066 processor running at 3.7 GHz with 165 W TDP for high-end desktop workstations

  • 10-core performance for demanding creative workloads
  • Turbo Boost Max 3.0 reaches 4.8 GHz for faster single-thread tasks
  • 48 PCIe 3.0 lanes enable multi-GPU and high-speed storage configs
  • Quad-channel DDR4-2933 supports up to 256 GB memory capacity
  • Unlocked multiplier allows enthusiast overclocking headroom

Intel Core i9-10900X Desktop Processor

The Intel Core i9-10900X is a 10-core desktop processor built on 14nm Cascade Lake architecture. It operates at a 3.7 GHz base frequency with a 165W TDP and fits the LGA 2066 socket. The chip includes 19.25MB of Intel Smart Cache and supports Windows 11. It is intended for high-end desktop platforms.

Suited for creators needing core count

This processor suits content creators and freelancers who rely on up to 48 PCI Express 3.0 lanes for multiple GPUs and add-in cards. Quad-channel DDR4-2933 memory support allows up to 256GB capacity. Buyers who need higher core counts up to 18 cores or 36 threads should consider other models in the X-series stack.

10 cores at 3.7 GHz base with 165W TDP

The decisive specification is the 10-core configuration running at a 3.7 GHz base clock within a 165W thermal envelope. This core count and power level define the cooling and motherboard requirements. Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 can lift speeds to 4.8 GHz on the fastest cores for lightly threaded workloads.

Highlights

  • 10-core performance for demanding creative workloads
  • Turbo Boost Max 3.0 reaches 4.8 GHz for faster single-thread tasks
  • 48 PCIe 3.0 lanes enable multi-GPU and high-speed storage configs
  • Quad-channel DDR4-2933 supports up to 256 GB memory capacity
  • Unlocked multiplier allows enthusiast overclocking headroom

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the LGA 2066 socket and 165 W TDP fit my existing cooler and case clearance?

The processor uses the LGA 2066 socket and has a 165 W TDP, so you need a cooler rated for that socket and thermal load with enough height clearance for your case.

What is the correct installation order for the LGA 2066 CPU, the 10-core die, and the independent loading mechanism?

Open the socket lever, align the gold triangle on the CPU with the socket corner, place the chip gently without pressure, close the load plate, then lock the lever — skipping the triangle alignment is the common error.

When should I plan to replace the thermal paste between the 10-core die and my cooler?

Reapply thermal paste whenever you reseat the cooler or if temperatures rise noticeably; otherwise the paste typically lasts several years under normal 165 W operation.

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