Desktop Performance

The Intel® Core™ processor family, with a range of performance levels, has the ability to power your performance needs by delivering extra performance when you need it most and helping to reduce power consumption. If you're looking for a processor to rock your gaming world, inspire your multimedia, or provide breakthrough business productivity, choose an Intel® Core™ processor.

Intel® Core™ i7-990X processor Extreme Edition

The Intel® Core™ i7 processor Extreme Edition is the perfect engine for power users who demand unparalleled performance and unlimited digital creativity. You’ll get maximum PC power for whatever you do, thanks to the combination of smart features like Intel® Turbo Boost Technology¹ and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)², which together activate full processing power exactly where and when you need it.

• Extreme performance vs. Previous generation Intel® Core™ i7-975 processor Extreme Edition

2nd Generation Intel® Core™ processor family

For a visibly smarter PC experience, look for the 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family. These new processors feature improved adaptive performance that adds speed when you need it and built-in visual capabilities for a better PC experience you can see. We call that visibly smart performance. You’ll call it amazing.

2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7-2600 processor

Whether it’s HD or 3-D, multitasking or multimedia, this processor can handle it all. Its top-of-the-line adaptable speed and responsiveness make the 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor the ideal choice for visibly smart performance at its best.

• Performance comparison vs. Previous generation Intel® Core™ i7-870 processor