Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
Intel
50 Overall Score
vs
HP Xeon 6526Y 16-core LGA 4677
HP
75 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
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
HP Xeon 6526Y 16-core LGA 4677
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Productivity
Server
Ai Llm
Budget
Gaming
Efficiency
Specifications
| Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X | HP Xeon 6526Y | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | Intel | Intel |
| Series | Core i7 Extreme Edition | Xeon Gold |
| Model | 3960X | 6526Y |
| Codename | Sandy Bridge-E | — |
| Class | desktop | server |
| Process | 32★ | — |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 6 | 16★ |
| Threads | 12 | 32★ |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 1.5 | 32★ |
| L3 Cache | 15 | 37★ |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR3 | DDR5★ |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | 4★ | — |
| Max Memory | No data | |
| ECC | — | ✓★ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | LGA 2011 | LGA 4677 |
| PCIe | 2.0 | 5.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | 80★ |
| TDP | 130★ | 195 |
| Unlocked | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | — | No |
Pros & Cons
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong platform (75th percentile)
- Below average affordability (26th percentile)
HP Xeon 6526Y 16-core LGA 4677
- Strong ai (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong platform (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong multi thread (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong single thread (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Pricing
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 20111.024score per dollar
vs
HP Xeon 6526Y 16-core LGA 46770.036score per dollar
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 3960X 6-core LGA 2011 offers 28.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: HP Xeon 6526Y
Scores 75 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 25 specs.
