Intel introduced its first 8-core desktop processor Intel Core i7-5960X Extreme Edition (codenamed Haswell-E). For enthusiasts, gamers and content developers who need maximum performance, this Intel processor with 16 threads and DDR4 memory will provide the highest performance desktop computers. The new Intel X99 chipset and advanced overclocking options allow to configure the system to achieve even higher performance.
"We are pleased to introduce a new stage in the implementation of our concept of" re-inventing the desktop ", which we introduced earlier this year - said Lisa Graff (Lisa Graff), vice president and head of Intel Desktop Client Platform Group. - This family of products is aimed primarily at enthusiasts who seek maximum results when overclocked systems. We offer them the high speed, an even greater number of cores and overclocking, that is exactly what they really need. "
As part of the PAX Intel demonstrated what can the new processors. Placed at the Intel booth system, created on the basis of a new family of chips. On computers running popular games, including Lucky's Tale, Superhot with helmet virtual reality Oculus Rift, Dark Souls 2 and Titanfall. Additionally, Intel demonstrated the game with support for streaming images via Twitch. Visitors will appreciate the high image quality and high speed data transfer, provides eight processor cores.
Intel is actively collaborates with industry partners in order to realize the full benefits of the new platform. Key equipment manufacturers, memory, motherboard and graphics systems will be actively involved in the development of the ecosystem.
"The new platform Intel has made an impression on me - said Keltie Reeves (Kelt Reeves), president of Falcon Northwest. - I've never seen such a large number of new technologies in a single product. Enthusiasts will be shocked by the opportunities that will provide them with the memory DDR4, 10 port SATA (6Gb / s), 40 PCI Express channels and processors with 8 cores. "
"The new Intel Core i7 processors with 16 threads, high speed and low heat - it's the dream of every fan of modern technology - said Kevin Wasilewski (Kevin Wasielewski), co-founder and CEO of ORIGIN PC *. - With the new line of desktop processors ORIGIN PC * will be even faster. "
"The new Intel platform provides maximum performance through the use of 8 cores, and support for DDR4 memory will fully meet all the needs of extreme gamers and fans of modern technology," - said Wallace Santos (Wallace Santos), CEO and Founder of MAINGEAR.
Many new platforms based on the Intel X99 chipset also support Thunderbolt. When using expansion cards Thunderbolt 2 provide the highest speed connection to the PC at 20 Gbit / s. Workloads that require the transmission of large amounts of data, including video editing format 4K, 3D-visualization and game development will be handled with the utmost speed. Contact the manufacturer of your computer or motherboard to clarify their compatibility.
The new models will go on sale next week. They will support 6 to 8 cores and offered at a price from $ 389 to $ 999.