CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 7443 24-core AMD Socket SP3
CG CHIPS GATE
74 Overall Score
vs
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
Intel
50 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 7443 24-core AMD Socket SP3
No customer feedback yet
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
Scores
Productivity
Ai Llm
Gaming
Server
Efficiency
Budget
Specifications
| CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 7443 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | EPYC | Core i7 Extreme Edition |
| Model | 7443 | 3960X |
| Codename | Milan | Sandy Bridge-E |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | 7★ | 32 |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 6 |
| P-cores | 24★ | — |
| Threads | 48★ | 12 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 12★ | 1.5 |
| L3 Cache | ||
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4★ | DDR3 |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | — | 4★ |
| ECC | ✓★ | — |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | AMD Socket SP3 | LGA 2011 |
| PCIe | 4.0 | 2.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | ||
| TDP | 200 | 130★ |
| Unlocked | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 7443 24-core AMD Socket SP3
- Strong ai (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong multi thread (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong efficiency (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong platform (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average affordability (5th percentile)5th %ile
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
- Strong social proof (76th percentile)
- Strong platform (75th percentile)
- Below average affordability (26th percentile)
Pricing
CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 7443 24-core AMD Socket SP3
No current pricing available
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
Verdict
Winner: CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 7443
Scores 74 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 24 specs.
