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Published: 2017-10-05, Author: Ryan , review by: pcper.com
The performance story surrounding the 8th Generation Intel Core processors codenamed Coffee Lake is straightforward. Take the Kaby Lake parts that were already damned good, increase the core count in Core i7, Core i5, and Core i3 families, and also increa...
The Intel Core i7-8700K was an exciting processor to benchmark and overclock as Coffee Lake drastically improves performance at a minimal price increase. For $20 more than a 4-core, 8-thread Core i7-7700K Kaby Lake processor you can now get a 6-core, 12-t...
This CPU was a bit interesting to test due to its performance level. When compared with mainstream CPU's of the last few generations, it just mopped the floor with all of them. With many of our benchmarks placing this CPU in line with High-End Desktop CPU...
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Published: 2017-10-05, Author: Michael , review by: phoronix.com
Abstract: Today marks the embargo expiry for reviews on Intel's new Coffeelake desktop processors. While a CPU refresh may not normally be too exciting, thanks to the pressure from AMD with their Ryzen processors pushing core counts higher, Intel is now upping the...
Often bests previous-generation Core i7-7700K flagship CPU on multi-core tests, Best-in-class gaming performance, when paired with a dedicated graphics card
Not unlocked for overclocking (though i5 K-version does exist), Requires a new motherboard, despite Z370 chipset offering no substantive new features
Intel's six-core "Coffee Lake" Core i5 trades blows with much pricier previous-generation Core i7 chips. But it's most impressive as an affordable high-end CPU for gamers when paired with a dedicated graphics card. Read More...
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Published: 2017-10-05, Author: Marco , review by: hothardware.com
Requires New Motherboards, Despite Using LGA1151 Socket, Not All Unlocked
Intel Core i7-8700K And Core i5-8400 Processors -- Find Them At AmazonAlthough they are not based on a totally new architecture, the design choices Intel made with Coffee Lake and its 8th Generation Core processors completely re-shape the company's mainst...
Most affordable 6-core in the Coffee Lake lineup, Large multi-threaded gains over the previous generation, Intel stock cooler included in the box
Multiplier locked, Manual overclocking yields limited gains, New motherboard required, Lacks HyperThreading, Only Z370 motherboards available at launch; increases platform cost, Relatively low all-core clock frequency
The Intel Core i5-8400 retails for $190. Most affordable 6-core in the Coffee Lake lineup Large multi-threaded gains over the previous generation Intel stock cooler included in the box Multiplier locked Manual overclocking yields limited gains New mot...
Abstract: Its hard to believe considering we just finished up an Intel launch, but it is already time to check out Intel’s next launch. Kaby Lake was launched at the beginning of this year and the Mainstream lineup of CPUs is getting refreshed with Coffee Lake and Z370. This is the 8th generation of Intel’s Core processors going back to the original launch back in 2006...
Abstract: It's the age-old question that has spurred endless debate: AMD or Intel? Today, that rivalry has reached new heights with AMD's Ryzen 2000 Series, often referred to by users (but not AMD) as "Ryzen 2," competing against Intel's 8th Gen "Coffee Lake" for d...
Published: 2018-05-06, Author: Peter , review by: eteknix.com
For the desktop PC gamer, the higher TDP X models are still the go-to for gaming and general performance though. They're a little faster, and a little more expensive, but you get what you pay for. However, if heat and power are a big concern to you, and t...
