Name: Intel Core i9-10900K Processor - 3.7 GHz, 20 MB Cache
Brand: Intel
Availability: InStock

Intel Core i9-10900K arrives from Intel's 10th Generation Comet Lake family, launched in Q2'20 as a high-performance desktop processor aimed at gamers and content creators.

The Intel Core i9-10900K (i9 series) features 10 physical cores and 20 threads, with a base frequency of 3.7 GHz and an impressive Thermal Velocity Boost peak of 5.3 GHz, delivering strong single-thread and multi-thread performance for demanding workloads.

Built on a 14 nm process with a Smart Cache of 20 MB and a TDP of 125 W (configurable down to 95 W at 3.3 GHz), this LGA 1200 (Socket H5) CPU supports up to 128 GB of DDR4-SDRAM across dual channels at speeds up to 2933 MHz, and offers a system bus rate of 8 GT/s.

On-board graphics are provided by Intel UHD Graphics 630, with a base 350 MHz and dynamic frequencies up to 1.2 MHz, supporting up to three displays and 4K output (DisplayPort/eDP 4096 x 2304@60Hz, HDMI 4096 x 2160@30Hz) for basic multimedia and productivity without a discrete GPU.

The i9-10900K includes Intel technologies such as Hyper-Threading, Turbo Boost 2.0, Turbo Boost Max 3.0 (up to 5.2 GHz), Thermal Velocity Boost, Quick Sync Video, AES-NI, VT-x/VT-d, SGX, and Intel Boot Guard, making it suitable for virtualization, security-minded deployments, and accelerated media workloads.

With 16 PCIe 3.0 lanes (configurations 1x16, 2x8 or 1x8+2x4), broad platform support and a boxed package, this CPU is a strong foundation for high-end gaming rigs, streaming setups, and content creation workstations that prioritize raw CPU power and responsiveness.

Typical use cases include 4K gaming when paired with a discrete GPU, real-time streaming while gaming, video editing and rendering, and multi-tasking professional applications that benefit from many cores and high boost clocks.

Key selling points: 10 cores / 20 threads, up to 5.3 GHz boost, 20 MB Smart Cache, LGA 1200 socket, Intel UHD Graphics 630 on-board, support for 128 GB DDR4 at 2933 MHz, and comprehensive Intel platform features.