Intel Core i7-2600K
The Intel Core i7-2600K processor was released in 2011 as part of the Sandy Bridge generation. It features four cores and eight threads, with a base clock speed of 3400 MHz, capable of reaching up to 3800 MHz. Built on a 32 nm process and with a power draw of 95W, it originally launched at approximately $317.
Atlas performance index100 estimate
Ranks #127 of 559 rated CPUs · top 23%. Fastest CPU we rate: 940.
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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Family | Sandy Bridge |
| Released | 2011 |
| Cores / threads | 4 / 8 |
| Base clock | 3400 MHz |
| Boost clock | 3800 MHz |
| Power (TDP) | 95 W |
| Process | 32 nm |
| Launch price | $317 |
| Atlas performance index | 100 estimate |
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