Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Press Deck: February, 2010 Owner: Karl Shurts, PC Client Group
Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Super smart Intel Turbo Boost Technology provides processing power exactly where and when you need it most Ultra threaded Intel Hyper-Threading Technology delivers unmatched 12-threaded performance capability across 6 physical cores Absolutely uncompromised Overclocking-enabled 1 to allow tuning of your system for extra performance 1 Warning: Altering clock frequency and/or voltage may (i) reduce system stability and useful life of the system and processor; (ii) cause the processor and other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv) cause additional heat or other damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel has not tested, and does not warranty, the operation of the processor beyond its specifications. 2
Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Powered By Intel 32nm Westmere Architecture Intel Core Microarchitecture Intel Microarchitecture codename Nehalem Future Intel Microarchitecture Merom Penryn Nehalem Westmere Sandy Bridge NEW Microarchitecture 65nm NEW Process Technology 45nm NEW Microarchitecture 45nm NEW Process Technology 32nm NEW Microarchitecture 32nm On Track TOCK TICK TOCK TICK TOCK Intel Core i7-990x 3 All dates, product descriptions, availability, and plans are forecasts and subject to change without notice.
Intel Core i7-990x Processor Die Map 32nm Westmere High-k + Metal Gate Transistors Memory Controller M i s c I O & Q P I Core Q Core Core u Core Core Core e u e Shared L3 Cache ** & U n c o r e Shared L3 Cache ** M i s c I O & Q P I Transistor count: 1.17B Die size: 248mm 2 4 ** 12MB of cache is shared across all 6 cores
Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Super smart desktop processor architecture 32nm Westmere architecture 6 cores, 12 threads Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers full processing power exactly where and when you need it Unrivaled on highly threaded games and digital media Distribution of AI, physics and rendering across multiple threads delivers intense gaming experience Great for multimedia Flexibility and performance without limits Compatible with Intel X58 Express Chipset Overclocking-enabled for extra performance Support for Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP) and Intel Extreme Tuning Utility 5 5
Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Summary of Product Features 6 * 3.73GHz single core Turbo Boost 3.46GHz base frequency* 6 Cores, 12 Threads Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Hyper-Threading Technology Drop-in compatible with Intel X58 Express Chipset-based motherboards 12 MB Intel Smart Cache Integrated Memory Controller 3 channels of DDR3 1066 MHz Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) SSE4.1 & SSE4.2 Instructions AES-NI: 6 new processor instructions
Intel Core i7-980x Processor Extreme Edition with Intel X58 Express Chipset 7 32nm Intel Core i7-980x processor Intel X58 Express Chipset ICH 10/R Intel QPI *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. ** 3.73GHz single core Turbo Boost 3Ch. 2 DPC DDR3 1066 6 SATA ports 2x16 or 4x8 PCIe 2.0 12 USB 2.0 ports 32nm, 2nd Generation Hi-K metal gate process Compatible with Intel X58 Express Chipset Key Features: 3.46GHz base frequency** 6 Cores / 12 threads 12MB L3 Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Hyper-Threading Technology AES-NI: 6 new processor instructions IMC with DDR3 1066 MHz memory support Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profiles Intel QuickPath Interconnect (Intel QPI); up to 25.6GB/sec bandwidth PCI Express* 2.0 discrete graphics; 2x16 or 4x8 configurations LGA 1366 Socket 130W TDP
Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Features & Benefits Feature 32nm Intel Microarchitecture Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Hyper-Threading Technology 12M Intel Smart Cache Advanced Encryption Standard New Instructions (AES-NI) Integrated memory controller (IMC) 3ch DDR3, up to 1066 MHz PCI Express* 2.0 graphics; 2x16 or 4x8 configurations Halogen Free* Benefit Next Generation dynamically scalable microarchitecture Energy-efficient architecture Dynamically increases the processor s frequency as needed by taking advantage of thermal and power headroom when operating below specified limits Delivers two processing threads per physical core for a total of 12 threads for massive computational throughput, allowing highly threaded applications to get more work done faster Faster access to your data by enabling dynamic and efficient allocation of cache to match the needs of each core for efficient data storage and manipulation Provides 6 new processor instructions that help to improve performance for AES encryption and decryption algorithms Improves performance with lower latency & higher memory bandwidth for data intensive applications Enables single, dual or quad discrete graphics card configurations for maximum gaming performance flexibility Support for Halogen free component packages 8 *Applies only to halogenated flame retardants and PVC in components. Halogens are below 900 PPM bromine and 900 PPM chlorine.
Intel Turbo Boost Technology Dynamically Delivering Optimal Performance Without Intel Turbo Boost Technology With Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Core i7-990x Up to +133 MHz (per core when multiple cores are active) Intel Core i7-990x Up to +266 MHz (per core when a single core is active) 9 Highly Threaded Workload < TDP Single-Threaded Workload < TDP
Intel Core i7 Processor Family Comparison Brand Name & Processor Number 1 Base Clock Speed (GHz) Turbo Frequency 2 (GHz) Cores/ Threads Cache Memory Support TDP Pricing (1Ku) NEW Intel Core i7-990x 3.46 Up to 3.73 6/12 12 MB 3 channels DDR3-1066 130W $999 Intel Core i7-970 3.20 Up to 3.46 6/12 12 MB 3 channels DDR3-1066 130W $583 Intel Core i7-960 3.20 Up to 3.46 4/8 8 MB 3 channels DDR3-1066 130W $294 Intel Core i7-2600k 3.40 Up to 3.8 4/8 8 MB 2 channels DDR3-1333 95W $317 10 1. NOTE: Intel processor numbers are not a measure of performance. Processor numbers differentiate features within each processor family, not across different processor families. See www.intel.com/products/processor_number for details. 2. Refers to the maximum single-core frequency that can be achieved with Intel Turbo Boost Technology
Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Retail boxed product available worldwide Retail boxed version includes: Intel Core i7-990x processor Extreme Edition Intel DBX-B thermal solution for optimized overclocking 1 performance 11 1 Warning: Altering clock frequency and/or voltage may (i) reduce system stability and useful life of the system and processor; (ii) cause the processor and other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv) cause additional heat or other damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel has not tested, and does not warranty, the operation of the processor beyond its specifications.
New Intel DBX-B Thermal Solution Designed for Intel Core i7-990x processor Ships in retail boxed version of Intel Core i7-990x processor Extreme Edition Optimized for Intel Core i7-990x processor to enable enhanced overclocking performance Designed to exceed thermal requirements even while set to quiet mode operation Technical details: Tested to a 50x gravity shock force equivalent to more than a 3 ft drop while integrated into a system Idle CPU acoustics under 20 dba at 800 RPM Maximum acoustics under heavy load is below 35 dba at 1800 RPM 12
DX58SO2 (Smackover 2) Processor (LGA 1366) 130W+ FMB Chipset Memory Graphics Expandability Audio Supports Intel Core i7 Processors in LGA1366 package Intel X58 Express Chipset with ICH10R Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID 0,1,5,10 with Intel Rapid Recover Technology & Matrix RAID Intel Fast Memory Access Triple channel DDR3 2400 MHz (overclocked) XMP Supports overclocking beyond 1066 6 DIMMs, 48 GB maximum Three PCI Express*2.0 x16 Graphics Slots Supports ATI* CrossfireX and NVIDIA SLI* 10 SATA ports: 2 internal connectors (6.0 Gb/s), 6 internal connectors (3.0 Gb/s), 2 esata via external port) 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 external port, 1 via internal header) 2 USB 3.0 ports (2 external ports) 12 USB 2.0 ports (6 external ports, 6 via internal headers) 2 PCIe x1, 1 PCI 8 channel rear I/O, 2 internal header; Intel High Definition Audio 5 stack analog audio ports w/ optical S/PDIF out and SPDIF header Front panel mic/headphone header and HD audio link header Connectivity Dual LAN, 2 - Intel PRO 10/100/1000 Network Connections Bluetooth/wifi module included SKU MM# BLKDX58SO2 908529 BOXDX58SO2 908526 Additional Features Customer Transition Windows Vista* Premium WHQL certified Consumer Infrared receiver and emitter (Vista* MCE compliant) Back-to-BIOS switch On Board LED post decoder Follow on to DX58SO Form Factor ATX (9.6" x 12") 13
DX58OG (Outagamie) Processor (LGA 1366) 130W+ FMB Chipset Supports Intel Core i7 Processors in LGA1366 package Intel X58 Express Chipset with ICH10R Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID 0,1,5,10 with Intel Rapid Recover Technology & Matrix RAID Intel Fast Memory Access Memory Triple channel DDR3 1600+ XMP Supports overclocking beyond 1066 6 DIMMs, 48 GB maximum Graphics Expandability Audio Two full speed PCI Express*2.0 x16 Graphics Slots Supports ATI* CrossfireX and NVIDIA SLI* 8 SATA ports: 2 internal connectors (6.0 Gb/s), 6 internal connectors, (3.0 Gb/s) 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 external port, 1 via internal header) 2 USB 3.0 ports (2 external ports) 12 USB 2.0 ports (6 external ports, 6 via internal headers) 3 PCIe x1, 1 PCI 6 channel rear I/O, 2 internal header; Intel High Definition Audio 3 stack analog audio ports and SPDIF header Front panel mic/headphone header and HD audio link header Connectivity Intel PRO 10/100/1000 Network Connections SKU MM# BLKDX58SO2 908535 BOXDX58SO2 908532 Additional Features Customer Transition Windows Vista* Premium WHQL certified Consumer Infrared receiver and emitter (Vista* MCE compliant) Back-to-BIOS switch On Board LED post decoder Follow on to DX58SO Form Factor ATX (9.6" x 12") 14
Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) Now certified for Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition ** Partial list of Intel XMP memory vendors Performance-oriented expansion of standard DDR3 memory specification Memory DIMM kits certified for triple channel mode, ensuring optimal performance Designed for ultimate flexibility with predefined and certified memory optimizations Intel Supports Identifier badge on memory packaging for easy identification in retail Memory OEM Products Dominator Series Intel Extreme Series DDR3 Viper Series HyperX XMP 15 * * Consult motherboard manufacturer for Intel XMP support details
Summary New Intel Core i7-990x Processor Extreme Edition Delivers Breakaway Performance Silicon Innovation Continues with First 6-core 32nm Westmere Desktop Processor Products Available Worldwide with Strong Industry Support 16