intel i7-970 6core 12thread cpu/heatsink

most likely selling this exta cpu i have… new in box, mint condition. Seeing if there’s any interest here. Best for multi threaded applications, such as Handbrake for video encoding…
$450 seems fair based on ebay prices. I reserve the right to not sell this at all, and use it for myself :slight_smile:

Detailed item info
Product Information
With faster, intelligent, multi-core technology that applies processing power where it’s needed most, Intel Core i7 processors deliver an incredible breakthrough in PC performance. They are the best desktop processors on the planet. You’ll multitask applications faster and unleash incredible digital media creation. And you’ll experience maximum performance for everything you do.

Product Identifiers
Brand Intel
MPN BX80613I7970
UPC 0675901046794, 0735858215350

Key Features
Processor Type Core i7
Clock Speed 3.2 GHz
CPU Socket Type LGA1366 Socket
Multi-Core Technology Six Core
Processor Quantity 1
Product Type Processor

Other Features
Manufacturing Process 32 nm
64-bit Computing Yes
Architecture Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel 64 Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2
Platform Compatibility PC
Thermal Design Power 130 W

Cache Memory
Installed Size L2 - 6 x 256 KB - L3 12 MB

Expansion / Connectivity
Compatible Slots 1 x processor - LGA1366 Socket

Miscellaneous
Package Type Intel Boxed

it’s shiny …

no one? ebay it is then…

you should just use it, the processor if effing fantastic…isnt it about time you upgraded yours anyway?

on another note - on the stock air cooler, i have this same processor at 4.1GHz on an MSI Pro-E Motherboard at 1.37 vcore, running “cheap” g skill ddr3-1333mhz memory at 682mhz…and from what ive read with better cooling/ram and more voltage, theres a lot more left in the processor.

it’s on ebay now. I’m just gonna wait for the next batch of sandy bridges and mobo x68 i think or z68.
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