Intel Broadwell-E Specifications Leaked – Core i7-6950X Flagship Processor To Rock 10 Cores and 20 Threads (only for 999 dollars)

[Mr_Troll]

The latest news on the Broadwell-E family comes straight from Xfastest who have confirmed that Intel’s Core i7-6950X processor which is also the flagship processor of the Broadwell-E lineup will feature 10 cores and 20 threads. The processor will run at a base clock of 3.00 GHz followed by a turbo boost clock which is yet to be determined but I think Intel has made a point, that they are not stopping at 8 cores for their HEDT family but increasing the core count even further for consumers. The processor rocks 25 MB of L3 cache (2.5 MB per core) and will be compatible with current generation X99 motherboards that feature the LGA 2011-v3 socket. There’s no reason to believe that board partners of Intel won’t launch new motherboards to mark the arrival of the first 10 core processor from any company, whether Intel or AMD in the consumer market. Although Intel and AMD have both released higher core count processors in the server and workstation market, no 10 core high-performance CPU has yet launched in the desktop PC market.

 

 

Intel Core i7-6900K, Core i7-6850K and Core i7-6800K Detailed

Although the Core i7-6950X is one hell of a processor, Intel will also launch three more SKUs in the Broadwell-E lineup. This is the first time that Intel is launching four processors in an HEDT lineup but it might cover up the big price differences we have seen in the older lineups. Starting off with the Core i7-6900K which is an 8 core processor with 16 threads, 20 MB of L3 cache and a clock speed of 3.30 GHz base. The Core i7-6850K is a 6 core processor with 12 threads, 15 MB of L3 cache and a clock speed of 3.60 GHz base while the Core i7-6800K, also a 6 core processor, has 12 threads and 15 MB of L3 cache. This processor is clocked at 3.40 GHz. The TDPs for these processors are not known along with the prices but they are expected to launch later in 2016. There’s no doubt that the Core i7-6800K and Core i7-6900K will be priced around the sweet spot for enthusiasts and will mark a decent upgrade for those who are currently using the mainstream platforms. The processors will utilize higher clocked DDR4 DIMMs along with increased PCI-Express lanes and storage features that would include full compatibility with NVMe Express and 3D XPoint based Optane SSDs.

These details do sound really juicy but for now, we will treat this leak as a rumor but if anything is confirmed, Intel is definitely upping the core count on their workstation Broadwell-EP family and there’s no reason to stop at just 8 cores for the HEDT lineup.

 

Intel Broadwell-EP With Up To 22 Cores and 44 Threads Arriving In Q1 2016

 

Intel has also revealed that they have plans to officially launch Broadwell-EP Xeon E5-2600 V4 processors in Q1 2016. From previous reports, we know that Intel will still be using their Brickland and Grantley platforms for these new chips as they were supposed to span three generations of Xeon processors starting with the Ivy Bridge family. The Grantley platform which is made up of the C610 series PCH, Ethernet XL710 controller and the new Ethernet X550 controller (Sageville) will power the enterprise 1S, 2S and 4S solutions.  There will additionally be DDR4 memory support as Intel makes a transition from DDR3 to DDR4 across their entire product stock from mobility processors, desktop processors and workstation/server class processors.

 

 

 

 

In terms of specifications, Broadwell-EP Xeon E5-2600 V4 processors will feature up to 22 cores while the EX series will feature up to 24 cores. The 22 core beast will feature a total of 44 threads and if we take 2.5 MB cache (per core slice) from Haswell-EP, we can expect to see up to 55 MB of L3 cache on these processors. The TDPs of the chips will range from 55 to 145 (160W Workstation only) and will be compatible with the Socket R3. The details seem to be true since it was already reported in a previously leaked slide from Intel which we covered a detailed report on. Broadwell-EP will feature up to 40 PCI-Express lanes and quad channel DDR4 memory support.

 

 

Damn the 6950x is  beastly looking thing. So tempted to buy this  when it comes out. good thing i have a job now  Or should  wait for zen? thats the quiestion.

 

Source: http://wccftech.com/intel-broadwell-e-specifications-leaked-core-i7-6950x-flagship-processor-10-cores-20-threads-core-i7-6900k-core-i7-6850k-core-i7-6800k-detailed/

https://news.xfastest.com/intel/13110/x99-broadwell-e-cpu-i7-6950x/

 

[PlayStation 2]

so does that mean 6820k/6930k will be 8core/16thread

[Tech_Dreamer]

[CatCloud]

Where is my Skylake-E damn it!!!!!!?

[Enderman]

lol 69

[Enderman]

Where is my Skylake-E damn it!!!!!!?

about 1-2 years from now

[Fetzie]

The processor rocks 25 MB of L3 cache (2.5 MB per core) and will be compatible with current generation X99 motherboards that feature the LGA 2011-v3 socket

 

The most important sentence in the entire post.

[CatCloud]

about 1-2 years from now

Aarrrrggh. I demand 1-2 month

[TheRandomness]

i7-6950X - The next CPU for Linus to throw at everything. (I agree with statement below tho c:)

[Decon]

I want 6969x

[Swndlr]

I want the price of the 5820K and 5930K to drop a bit, then Im snagging one Hopefully this makes the prices drop a good amount.

[SurvivorNVL]

Mmm.  My waiting paid off.  6950x.  You will be mine.

Actually--the 6900k probably works better if it is the same price as a 5930k is now.  Literally a year or so later and the 5960x is half price.  Pretty much.  Probably.

[Exotath]

Welp.... sh!t. I'm buying one.

[TechGod]

Wonder if it's because Intel is scared by Zen.

[Curufinwe_wins]

Wonder if it's because Intel is scared by Zen.

Unlikely. It's much more probable that since enthusiast and server markets make up the VAST majority of cpu profits for intel (enthusiasts alone are ~40%), they wanted/needed to give a "reason" for upgrading.

 

That said, this is literally the exact same trend we have seen, with x58 4-4..... 6/6/6 (with really just a 4/6 with different bins) then x79 4/6 (SB-E) then 4/6/6 (IB-E) then x99 (HW-E) 6/6/8 and now 6/6/8/10 (BW-E). Not  really out of regular pattern.

[Eroda]

10 cores for 999 intel doesn't need to be doing that maybe they feel that AMD Zen Might Close the Gap and if AMD offers a comparable 8C16T chip for cheaper then it would hurt them so rocking out 10 core for that price just to say yeah we still have the top dog

[SpaceNugget]

i7-6950X - The next CPU for Linus to throw at everything. (I agree with statement below tho c:)

He currently throws an 18 core cpu at everything, why would he drop to a 10 core?

[TheRandomness]

He currently throws an 18 core cpu at everything, why would he drop to a 10 core?

Because overclocking is more fun than throwing $4000 chips at things c:

[Curufinwe_wins]

10 cores for 999 intel doesn't need to be doing that maybe they feel that AMD Zen Might Close the Gap and if AMD offers a comparable 8C16T chip for cheaper then it would hurt them so rocking out 10 core for that price just to say yeah we still have the top dog

Actually the biggest competition they have is themselves... How else can they get enthusiasts to upgrade from a 5960x?

 

Literally they still have people rocking Sandy Bridge processors because they haven't done enough to justify upgrades. Hence why the 5820k has sold so well compared to all previous extreme edition processors. First halfway decent hexcore available for sub 400 USD (although many people were able to get it for sub 300 usd like myself).

[Kenji the Uke]

Whats the price of the 6900k? ;w;

[Curufinwe_wins]

Whats the price of the 6900k? ;w;

Unknown yet, but being second from the top... 550-750 USD is my best bet (likely closer to 750).

 

 

Predictions

 

6800k - 389 (+/- 20) USD

6850k - 480 (+/- 50) USD

6900k - 650 (+/- 75) USD

6950x - 999 (+/- 00) USD

[VagabondWraith]

Dammit all to hell Intel. Looks so tempting but I may wait until Skylake-E to upgrade. 4790K is a beast of a CPU but she ain't gonna last me forever. Knowing my itch to want to get the newest tech even if not needed is causing my head to hurt. :wacko:

[Curufinwe_wins]

Dammit all to hell Intel. Looks so tempting but I may wait until Skylake-E to upgrade. 4790K is a beast of a CPU but she ain't gonna last me forever. Knowing my itch to want to get the newest tech even if not needed is causing my head to hurt. :wacko:

Lol I'm sitting on a 5820k looking at that 6900k with so much envy...

 

If I had another computer that could use x99 or a family member that actually would be helped by it.... Then I'd probably do it.

[Dabombinable]

I think Linus will be doing an upgrade.....

[VagabondWraith]

Lol I'm sitting on a 5820k looking at that 6900k with so much envy...

 

If I had another computer that could use x99 or a family member that actually would be helped by it.... Then I'd probably do it.

You gave me a good idea... I've been wanting to build a second PC for my living room (media/surround/gaming) for a while now. I may use the 4790K in that build, giving me a good reason to upgrade to Skylake-E. Thank you!