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Intel Core i7-975

1366DDR34C / 8T130WBloomfield45nmEnd-of-life3.60 GHz Boost

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Full Specifications

Detailed architecture, platform, memory, and feature data for this CPU.

Total Cores4

Total Threads8

Base Clock3.33 GHz

Boost Clock3.60 GHz

BCLK / Multiplier133 MHz / 25.0xx (Unlocked)

CodenameBloomfield

MicroarchitectureBloomfield

Process Node45nm

FoundryIntel

Die Size263.0 mm²

Transistors0.73 billion

Production StatusEnd-of-life

Market SegmentDesktop

Launch DateJun 2, 2009

Launch Price$1059.00

Instruction Sets

MMXSSESSE2SSE3SSE4.2Intel 64SMTEISTXD-BitHTTVT-xTXTTBT 1.0

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About This Product

The Intel Core i7-975 is a first-generation Core i7 Extreme processor designed for high-end desktop systems. With 4 cores and 8 threads, it offers adequate multi-threaded performance for its era. Its unlocked multiplier allows for overclocking, potentially extending its lifespan for light productivity tasks or retro gaming.

Best for: Retro Gaming

Pros

Unlocked multiplier for overclocking
Suitable for basic productivity
Good for retro gaming builds

Cons

Outdated architecture and performance
High power consumption (130W TDP)
Limited upgrade path on Socket 1366

Verdict
“Only for enthusiasts building a retro system or extreme overclocking on a budget.”

Performance Benchmarks

Cross-source performance, value, and efficiency at a glance

Scores are grouped by benchmark family so it is easy to compare raw speed, threaded output, and real-world value without mixing scales.

Geekbench 6PassMark

Cross-Platform

Geekbench 6

Single-Core

53817%

Multi-Core

1,8648%

Based on 29 user submissions.

Large Sample Pool

PassMark

Overall

3,5325%

Single-Thread

70%

PassMark rank: #2,814

Compatible Motherboards (0)

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G.Skill NS 2 GB

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$13.21

Corsair CMSO4GX3M1A1333C9 4 GB

1x4GBDDR3-1333

$17.74

G.Skill F3-12800CL9D-4GBSQ 4 GB

2x2GBDDR3-1600

$18.37

G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBSQ 4 GB

1x4GBDDR3-1333

$18.58

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