PC PARTPERFORMANCE
ProcessorsRECORD I72600K

Core i7-2600K

4 cores / 8 threads · Sandy Bridge · LGA1155

ManufacturerIntel
Released2011
PlatformSandy Bridge · LGA1155

What it is

A processor handles game logic, operating-system work and general computation. Core count, clock behavior, cache, architecture and workload determine performance.

This catalog record identifies the Core i7-2600K as 4 cores / 8 threads. The figures below are reference specifications and should be read with the linked manufacturer source and record notes.

Specifications

Indexed values
CPU cores4
CPU threads8
Boost clock3.8 GHz
Base clock3.4 GHz
L3 cache8 MB
CPU TDP95 W

Source notes

Reference-model specifications. Product revisions, partner models, operating conditions and regional variants may differ.

Open Intel source