--- product_id: 48403970 title: "Intel i7 5960X Extreme Octa Core CPU Processor (3.0 GHz, 20 MB Cache, 140 W, Socket 2011-V3)" brand: "intel" price: "€ 1362.62" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Intel" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/48403970-intel-i7-5960x-extreme-octa-core-cpu-processor-3-0 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 3.0 GHz Octa-Core Power 20 MB Ultra-Fast Cache 40 PCIe Gen 3.0 Lanes Intel i7 5960X Extreme Octa Core CPU Processor (3.0 GHz, 20 MB Cache, 140 W, Socket 2011-V3) **Brand:** intel **Price:** € 1362.62 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Power your professional edge with the Intel i7 5960X — where extreme performance meets next-level productivity. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Intel i7 5960X Extreme Octa Core CPU Processor (3.0 GHz, 20 MB Cache, 140 W, Socket 2011-V3) by intel - **How much does it cost?** € 1362.62 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/48403970-intel-i7-5960x-extreme-octa-core-cpu-processor-3-0) ## Best For - intel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted intel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Massive 20 MB Cache:** Large cache memory reduces latency and accelerates complex tasks like rendering, coding, and multimedia editing. - • **40 PCIe Gen 3.0 Lanes:** Unleash full bandwidth for multiple GPUs, NVMe SSDs, and high-speed peripherals — perfect for a powerhouse workstation. - • **Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology:** Automatically ramps up clock speeds when you need extra power, ensuring peak performance on demand. - • **Next-Gen DDR4 Memory Support:** First desktop CPU to support 4-channel DDR4 at 2133 MHz for lightning-fast data access and future-proof speed. - • **Blazing Octa-Core Performance:** 8 cores and 16 threads deliver seamless multitasking for your most demanding professional workloads. ## Overview The Intel i7 5960X is an extreme octa-core desktop processor featuring 3.0 GHz base speed, 20 MB cache, and 40 PCIe Gen 3.0 lanes. It supports quad-channel DDR4 memory at 2133 MHz and integrates Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 and Hyper-Threading technologies, making it ideal for high-demand professional workloads like video rendering, software development, and multimedia creation. ## Description Product Description Improved CPU performance • 40 lanes PCI-Express Gen 3.0 • First Desktop with DDR4 (4 Channels at 2133 MHz) • Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 • Intel Hyper-Threading Technology Box Contains 1 x CPU Review: A bloody monster! - This chip is bloody amazing! I had the old x980 chip and the newer one is a hell lot faster. I use it with an Asus X99 WS motherboard and an Nvidia M5000 for my workstation, I use it for photoshop (video and photo conversions/rendering), Microsoft Vision Studio for web development and audio creation. I can render a video and a sound and work on photoshop all at the same time and the monster of a CPU will ask for more work load. As for gaming, this is a bad choice. The CPU uses 1 maybe 2 core at best and the rest just stay and do nothing. Do not misunderstand me, it's perfect for gaming but is less pound/performance you get for a quad i5 or i7. In a nut cell, this CPU excels at professional work loads and is less for gaming. Review: Don't get me wrong, but there are cheaper options ... - Don't get me wrong, but there are cheaper options for roughly the same performance. Really you're just paying for the name. ## Features - Improved CPU performance - 40 lanes PCI-Express Gen 3.0 - First Desktop with DDR4 (4 Channels at 2133 MHz) - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 - Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00N1O4RRY | | Brand Name | Intel | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 20 | | Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (50) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05032037065481 | | Item Weight | 0.26 Pounds | | Manufacturer | KOMQI | | Model Number | BX80648I75960X | | Platform | Windows | | Processor Brand | Intel | | Processor Core Count | 8 | | Processor Count | 8 | | Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 16 | | Processor Series | Core i7 | | Processor Socket | LGA 2011-3 | | Processor Speed | 3 GHz | | Product Warranty | 1 year | | Secondary Cache | 20 MB | | UPC | 675901296281 809394449682 | | Wattage | 140 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Intel - **CPU manufacturer:** Intel - **CPU model:** Core i7 - **CPU socket:** LGA 2011-3 - **CPU speed:** 3 GHz - **Cache size:** 20 - **Processor Number of Concurrent Threads:** 16 - **Processor count:** 8 - **Secondary cache:** 20 MB - **Wattage:** 140 watts ## Images ![Intel i7 5960X Extreme Octa Core CPU Processor (3.0 GHz, 20 MB Cache, 140 W, Socket 2011-V3) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91wsIL5zDGL.jpg) ![Intel i7 5960X Extreme Octa Core CPU Processor (3.0 GHz, 20 MB Cache, 140 W, Socket 2011-V3) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51fTqzzsKWL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A bloody monster! *by K***P on 19 November 2015* This chip is bloody amazing! I had the old x980 chip and the newer one is a hell lot faster. I use it with an Asus X99 WS motherboard and an Nvidia M5000 for my workstation, I use it for photoshop (video and photo conversions/rendering), Microsoft Vision Studio for web development and audio creation. I can render a video and a sound and work on photoshop all at the same time and the monster of a CPU will ask for more work load. As for gaming, this is a bad choice. The CPU uses 1 maybe 2 core at best and the rest just stay and do nothing. Do not misunderstand me, it's perfect for gaming but is less pound/performance you get for a quad i5 or i7. In a nut cell, this CPU excels at professional work loads and is less for gaming. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Don't get me wrong, but there are cheaper options ... *by J***N on 27 July 2015* Don't get me wrong, but there are cheaper options for roughly the same performance. Really you're just paying for the name. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5960X Dream CPU for video rendering *by I***M on 18 September 2015* Had it for several months now. This is a dream CPU for any video content creator. I use this CPU in my gaming/video editing PC and could not be happier with my purchase. I overclocked it to 4.4GHz at 1.27V and which made rendering videos even faster. Previously I had 5820K for 2 months and still was able to fell a huge difference if performance when I switched to 5960X. If you plan to buy this for Gaming only then your money will be better spent on 5930K and you'll have plenty left over to spen on other hardware or games. No games today gain any FPS if you compare 6 core 5930K to 8 core 5960X. You can go and search for benchmarks to check it and thank me later. ## Frequently Bought Together - Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition i7-5960X Octa-core (8 Core) 3 GHz Processor - Socket LGA 2011-v3Retail Pack - ARCTIC MX-4 (4 g) - Premium Performance Thermal Paste for All Processors (CPU, GPU - PC), Very high Thermal Conductivity, Long Durability, Safe Application, Non-Conductive - Thermaltake Gravity i2 95W Intel LGA 1200/1156/1155/1150/1151 92mm CPU Cooler CLP0556-D, Compatible with Desktop --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/48403970-intel-i7-5960x-extreme-octa-core-cpu-processor-3-0](https://www.desertcart.be/products/48403970-intel-i7-5960x-extreme-octa-core-cpu-processor-3-0) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-06-19*