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Intel Core i7-990X

1366DDR36C / 12T130WGulftown32nmEnd-of-life3.73 GHz Boost

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Full Specifications

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

Total Cores6

Total Threads12

Base Clock3.47 GHz

Boost Clock3.73 GHz

BCLK / Multiplier133 MHz / 26.0xx (Unlocked)

CodenameGulftown

MicroarchitectureGulftown

Process Node32nm

FoundryIntel

Die Size239.0 mm²

Transistors1.17 billion

Production StatusEnd-of-life

Market SegmentDesktop

Launch DateFeb 24, 2011

Instruction Sets

MMXSSESSE2SSE3SSE4.2Intel 64HTT

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About This Product

The Intel Core i7-990X is a first-generation Gulftown CPU with 6 cores and 12 threads, operating at a base clock of 3.47 GHz. Released as an enthusiast desktop processor, it offers moderate multi-threaded performance for its era. At its current price, it is an option for upgrading legacy LGA 1366 systems, but it is significantly outperformed by modern budget CPUs in both single and multi-core tasks.

Best for: LGA 1366 Upgrades

Pros

6 cores / 12 threads for multi-tasking
Unlocked multiplier for overclocking
Affordable for LGA 1366 platform upgrades

Cons

Outdated architecture, low single-core performance
High power consumption (130W TDP)
Limited upgrade path for LGA 1366

Verdict
“Best for users with existing LGA 1366 systems seeking a minor performance boost.”

Performance Benchmarks

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PassMark

Large Sample Pool

PassMark

Overall

7,14311%

Single-Thread

70%

PassMark rank: #1,955

Compatible Motherboards (0)

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G.Skill NS 2 GB

1x2GBDDR3-1333

$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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