Introducing 9th Gen Intel® Core™ Desktop Processors
With up to 8 cores, 16 threads, 16MB cache, and 5.0 GHz max, the new unlocked2 9th Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors deliver the power to game, record, and stream at the next level.
Laptop Processors
High-performance gaming, content creation, and VR goes mobile with 8th Gen Intel® Core™ processors for laptops.
Desktop Processors
Designed for demanding workloads, the new unlocked2 9th Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors deliver breakthrough performance for gaming, streaming, and recording.
Get the Most Out of Your Gear
How to Overclock2
Overclock you new unlocked Intel® Core™ processor and experience even more gaming power and performance.
Intel® Optane™ Technology
Intel® Optane™ technology is a new premium class of non-volatile memory, providing you with fast access to large sets of data and opportunities perfect for extraordinary gaming experiences.
How to Build a Gaming PC
Find out what you need to know to design, customize, and build your own rig.
How to Launch and Load Faster
The latest Intel® Core™ processors with Intel® Optane™ Memory deliver consistently high framerates and can cut game launch and load times.3 4 5
Intel® Tech Advantages
Intel® Optane™ Memory
Intel® Optane™ memory is a smart memory technology that accelerates your computer’s responsiveness. It learns what you use most to access those things quicker — so you’ll get in the game faster.
Intel® Optane™ SSD
Based on 3D XPoint™, a breakthrough in non-volatile memory technology, Intel® Optane™ SSDs utilize PCIe Gen3x4 to deliver amazing performance where it counts.
Thunderbolt™ 3
Thunderbolt™ 3 is up to 8x faster than USB 3.0 and provides up to 4x more video bandwidth than HDMI 1.41 6 for stunning gaming and VR experiences. Plus, a single cable connects and charges your system.
Professional Esports Run on Intel
Many of the top pro gamers, teams, and esports leagues choose Intel® to power their gaming PCs and connect millions of players.7 8
Put Intel Power Behind Your Gaming
Get the speed and flexibility to play, record, and stream seamlessly. Optimize your system for competition-level performance.
PC Specialist* Vortex Colossus Elite
Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-8700K Memory: 16GB Storage: 2TB HDD + 250GB SSD Graphics: NVIDIA* GeForce GTX 1070
Alienware* Aurora
Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-8700 Memory: 16GB + 32GB Intel® Optane™ Memory Storage: 2TB HDD Graphics: NVIDIA* GeForce GTX 1080
MSI* Infinite X
Processor: 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-8700k Memory: 16GB Storage: 2TB HDD + 256GB SSD Graphics: NVIDIA* GeForce GTX 1080
Straight From the Source
Explore the frontier and the future of PC gaming with esports legends and professional streamers.
Chris 'Sacriel' Ball
Sacriel is a professional streamer based in the UK. Watch the video highlight on the right to see him demonstrate the difference that an 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor can bring to your gaming experience.
The Pulse of Gaming
What's happening now in the Intel® gaming universe.
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Product and Performance Information
Intel® technologies' features and benefits depend on system configuration and may require enabled hardware, software or service activation. Performance varies depending on system configuration. No computer system can be absolutely secure. Check with your system manufacturer or retailer or learn more at https://www.intel.co.uk.
Altering clock frequency or voltage may damage or reduce the useful life of the processor and other system components, and may reduce system stability and performance. Product warranties may not apply if the processor is operated beyond its specifications. Check with the manufacturers of system and components for additional details.
Software and workloads used in performance tests may have been optimized for performance only on Intel® microprocessors. Performance tests, such as SYSmark* and MobileMark*, are measured using specific computer systems, components, software, operations and functions. Any change to any of those factors may cause the results to vary. You should consult other information and performance tests to assist you in fully evaluating your contemplated purchases, including the performance of that product when combined with other products. For more information go to www.intel.co.uk/benchmarks.
Performance results are based on testing as of March, 12, 2018, and may not reflect all publicly available security updates. See configuration disclosure for details. No product can be absolutely secure.
As measured by Game Launch Workload comparing 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7+ 8750H (32GB Intel® Optane™ memory module + 256GB PCISe SSD + 1TB HDD) vs. 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 8750H (256GB PCIe* SSD + 1TB HDD). Game Launch Workload - Workload developed by Intel measuring the time elapsed to launch Total War: Warhammer II Build: 5577.0 and reach the Main Menu with intro videos disabled (Launch). Intel® Optane™ memory Data Drive Acceleration Configurations: Intel® Core™ i7+ 8750H processor, PL1=45W TDP, 6C12T, Turbo up to 4GHz on Pre-production OEM System, Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070, Memory: 2x4GB DDR4, Storage: 256GB 760P SSD (PCIe*) + 1TB HDD + 32GB Intel® Optane™ memory, OS: Windows* 10 RS3 Build 1709, MCU 0x84; Intel® Core™ i7-8750H processor, PL1=45W TDP, 6C12T, Turbo up to 4GHz on Pre-production OEM System, Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070, Memory: 2x4GB DDR4, Storage: 256GB 760P SSD (PCIe*) + 1TB HDD, OS: Windows* 10 RS3 Build 1709, MCU 0x84.
Performance results are based on testing as of March, 12, 2018, and may not reflect all publicly available security updates. See configuration disclosure for details. No product can be absolutely secure.
As measured by Game Level Load Workload comparing 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7+ 8750H processor (32GB Intel® Optane™ memory module) vs. 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-8750H processor (HDD Only). Game Level Load Workload - Workload developed by Intel measuring the time elapsed from the main menu to completion of level loading (Level Load) on Total War: Warhammer II Build: 5577.0. Intel® Optane™ memory Data Drive Acceleration Configurations: Intel® Core™ i7+ 8750H processor, PL1=45W TDP, 6C12T, Turbo up to 4GHz on Pre-production OEM System, Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070, Memory: 2x4GB DDR4, Storage: 256GB 760P SSD (PCIe*) + 1TB HDD + 32GB Intel® Optane™ memory, OS: Windows* 10 RS3 Build 1709, MCU 0x84; Intel® Core™ i7-8750H processor, PL1=45W TDP, 6C12T, Turbo up to 4GHz on Pre-production OEM System, Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070, Memory: 2x4GB DDR4, Storage: 256GB 760P SSD (PCIe*) + 1TB HDD, OS: Windows* 10 RS3 Build 1709, MCU 0x84.
As compared to other PC I/O connection technologies including eSATA, USB, and IEEE 1394 Firewire*. Performance will vary depending on the specific hardware and software used. Must use a Thunderbolt™-enabled device. For more information go to https://www.intel.co.uk/content/www/uk/en/io/thunderbolt/thunderbolt-technology-developer.html.
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