Intel Core i9-7980XE
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$1999Intel Core i9-7980XE & ASUS STRIX X299-XE GAMING: Gallery
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This is the best mainstream consumer x86 processor that money can buy at the time of writing. The 7980XE is an excellent choice for enthusiasts who want to do some serious multitasking, streaming or video editing. Rendering and encoding speeds are blistering fast and while gaming performance is excellent as well - its not really designed for the gaming community in mind.
- Fastest mainstream consumer chip
- 18 cores (36 threads) XCC die
- Huge overclocking potential
- Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 can boost a small number of cores higher
- Reasonable power draw and thermals at stock settings
- Excellent choice for video editors and professionals
Pros
- Extremely huge price tag
- IHS uses thermal paste instead of solder
- Some games might not work (Anno 2205)
Cons
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