Intel Core i7-8700K

Released on October 5, 2017, the Core i7-8700K is an 8th‑Gen Coffee Lake desktop CPU for the LGA1151/300‑series platform. ([download.intel.com](https://download.intel.com/newsroom/2021/archive/2017-10-05-news-8th-gen-intel-core-desktop-processors-available-starting-today.pdf)) It carries 6 cores/12 threads, a 3.7 GHz base with up to 4.7 GHz Turbo Boost, and Intel UHD Graphics 630. ([intel.com](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/126684/intel-core-i78700k-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-70-ghz/specifications.html)) Intel now lists this model as discontinued. ([intel.com](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/126684/intel-core-i78700k-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-70-ghz/specifications.html))

Positioned as a high_end part, it brought a six‑core, overclockable i7 to the mainstream to serve gamers and creators on the 300‑series platform. ([arstechnica.com](https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/09/intel-coffee-lake-price-specs-release-date/?utm_source=openai)) Its 6C/12T design and high clocks suit 1080p/1440p gaming, streaming, and video editing; platform limits include DDR4‑2666 memory support and PCIe 3.0 from the CPU. Unique: unlocked multiplier. ([intel.com](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/126684/intel-core-i78700k-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-70-ghz/specifications.html))