Core i7-3820
IntelReleased Dec 1, 2011 · Analysis updated Jun 18, 2026
Quad-core Intel Core i7-3820 with 3.6 GHz base clock, 10MB L3 cache, and overclocking potential to 5.0 GHz. The Intel Core i7-3820 scores 77/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the cpus category. Coverage includes reviews from Techspot, Thessdreview, Pcper, and Tomshardware.
Critic Score
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Low confidence · only 4 reviews
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Pros
- Affordable retail price (sub-$300)(3)
- Excellent overclocking potential (attained 5.0 ghz)(2)
Cons
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4 Publication Reviews
AI summary of this review
The i7-3820 remains an impressive specimen with four cores operating at 3.6GHz, a 10MB L3 cache and HyperThreading support.
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The i7-3820 is a welcome addition to the X79 desktop space as the Extreme series of processors have a pricing structure that can be a bit too ‘extreme’ for some.
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Hitting 4.63 GHz on the CPU is pretty impressive and takes the $285 processor much closer to the performance of the 6-core Sandy Bridge-E variants at their default settings.
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While the Core i7-3820 offers a cheaper entry into the hexa-core Sandy Bridge-E platform, it struggles to justify its value against mainstream unlocked alternatives and the upcoming Ivy Bridge.
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