MICRO CENTER 9950X3DMAGX870ETMKWF
MICRO CENTER
66 Overall Score
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Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
Intel
50 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
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Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
82 out of 100 high confidence 37 reviews
The Intel Core i7-3960X is overwhelmingly praised for its raw performance, especially in video encoding, 3D rendering, and heavy multitasking. Users highlight its stability under sustained load and excellent overclocking headroom, though some note the high price and that it has been surpassed by newer models. A few mention the X79 chipset quirks and the need for proper cooling.
Pros
- Exceptional multi-core performance
- Excellent overclocking headroom
- Stable under sustained load
- Great for video encoding and rendering
- Handles heavy multitasking and VMs
Cons
- High price
- X79 chipset quirks
- Runs hot when overclocked
- Requires high-end components
- Outperformed by newer models
Performance 25
Overclocking 12
Stability 8
Value for money 7
Cooling 6
Compatibility 5
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Gaming
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Ai Llm
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Specifications
| MICRO CENTER 9950X3DMAGX870ETMKWF | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | — | Intel |
| Series | — | Core i7 Extreme Edition |
| Model | — | 3960X |
| Codename | — | Sandy Bridge-E |
| Class | — | desktop |
| Process | — | 32★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | — | 6★ |
| Threads | — | 12★ |
| Base Clock | No data | |
| Boost Clock | No data | |
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | — | 1.5★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 15★ |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | — | DDR3★ |
| Max Speed | No data | |
| Channels | — | 4★ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | — | LGA 2011 |
| PCIe | — | 2.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 40★ |
| TDP | — | 130★ |
| Unlocked | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
MICRO CENTER 9950X3DMAGX870ETMKWF
- Strong single thread (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong multi thread (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong ai (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong efficiency (66th percentile)
- Below average affordability (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average platform (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average feature (20th percentile)20th %ile
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong platform (74th percentile)
Pricing
MICRO CENTER 9950X3DMAGX870ETMKWF0.003score per dollar
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Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 20110.006score per dollar
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: MICRO CENTER 9950X3DMAGX870ETMKWF
Scores 66 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
