Intel Core i9-10900K

Brand: Intel
Model: Core i9-10900K
ASIN: B086MHSTVD

Intel Core i9-10900K: 10-core 10th‑Gen LGA1200 CPU (3.7/5.3 GHz, UHD 630), enthusiast-class for 1440p gaming/content; discontinued in 2023.

Performance More powerful than 75% of CPUs

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Cores10

Threads20

Base clock3.70 GHz

Boost clock5.30 GHz

SocketLGA1200

MemoryDDR4

TDP125 W

Cache20 MB

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Product overview

Released May 20, 2020, the Core i9-10900K belongs to Intel’s 10th‑Gen Comet Lake‑S family for LGA1200. It carries 10 cores/20 threads at 3.7 GHz base and up to 5.3 GHz via Thermal Velocity Boost, and includes Intel UHD Graphics 630. ([pc.watch.impress.co.jp](https://pc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/column/hothot/1253589.html?utm_source=openai))

An enthusiast‑tier Core i9, it exists to push high‑FPS gaming while doubling as a capable creator CPU for heavy multitasking. It’s well‑suited to 1440p gaming, streaming, video editing, and 3D rendering; the K‑suffix brings an unlocked multiplier for manual overclocking. ([intel.com](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/199332/intel-core-i910900k-processor-20m-cache-up-to-5-30-ghz/specifications.html?utm_source=openai))

Notable: it supports Intel Thermal Velocity Boost to reach 5.3 GHz when thermals allow. This model is discontinued; final tray and boxed shipments occurred on October 27, 2023 (PCN 119273‑00). ([cdrdv2.intel.com](https://cdrdv2.intel.com/v1/dl/getContent/797793?fileName=PCN119273-00.pdf))

TierenthusiastReleased2020-05-20LifecycleDiscontinued 2023

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