Intel Core i7-6900K 20M Cache Up to 3.70GHz 8 Core 16 Threads Processor

The Intel BX80671I76900K is a processor built for users who push their systems with tasks such as 4K video editing, 3D rendering, or intensive multitasking. It features 8 physical cores and 16 threads, a base clock of 3.2 GHz, and Turbo Boost that reaches up to 4.0 GHz, so complex workloads stay smooth even when deadlines tighten.

Four DDR4 memory channels let you install up to 128 GB of RAM, giving large projects the bandwidth they need to load, scrub, and export quickly. Forty PCIe 3.0 lanes provide the flexibility to run multiple high-end graphics cards, NVMe drives, or a combination of both, making the chip an attractive choice for creators who rely on GPU acceleration or rapid storage access.

The processor fits the FCLGA2011-v3 socket, commonly found on X99 motherboards that offer robust power delivery and expansion options. With a 140 W thermal design power, it demands a quality aftermarket cooler, so plan for adequate airflow or a custom liquid loop if you want silence under load.

Whether you are assembling a compact workstation for a home studio, upgrading a render farm node, or building a gaming rig that can stream and encode at the same time, this Core i7 gives you breathing room today and a performance reserve for tomorrow’s software.

• 8 cores and 16 threads handle demanding multitasking
• Base clock 3.2 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 4.0 GHz
• Supports up to 128 GB of DDR4 memory across four channels
• 40 PCIe 3.0 lanes for advanced graphics and storage configurations
• Socket FCLGA2011-v3 compatible
• 140 W thermal design power
• No fan or heat sink included in the box