Intel Core i9-7900X
CPUs

Core i9-7900X

Intel

Released Jun 1, 2017 · Analysis updated Jun 18, 2026

A 10-core/20-thread processor with 2D mesh architecture and 1MB L2 cache per core for enhanced rendering and content creation performance. The Intel Core i9-7900X scores 75/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the cpus category. Coverage includes reviews from Impulsegamer, Overclockersclub, Pcper, and Tomshardware.

Critic Score

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75

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Cons

  • Poor thermal performance(4)
  • High price(3)

4 Publication Reviews

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Independent publication11/2019

AI summary of this review

For intensive processor activities the i9 will make a big difference to your workflow!

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74
Independent publication07/2017

AI summary of this review

As the highest clocked 10-core processor in Intel's product stack, the Core i9 7900X should be the processor to beat in just about every work load.

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72
Independent publication06/2017

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The Core i9-7900X offers a more accessible entry into 10-core computing than its predecessor, though it is hampered by high platform costs and efficiency issues.

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62
Major publication06/2017

AI summary of this review

Intel’s Skylake-X-based Core i9-7900X weighs in with 10 Hyper-Threaded cores and architectural enhancements that benefit many workstation-class workloads, but the processor struggles in some games com...

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