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Intel Core i7-980X Extreme Edition Gulftown Processors Now Available For $1099

Today is the big day for Intel as they have released their six-core Core i7-980X Extreme Edition Processor into the retail market. This means you can now purcahse it inside of pre-built systems from companies like Alienware, CyberPower, MainGear, Dell and others. It also means that you can get this 6 core monster from online e-tailors like Newegg.com from a drop-in replacement for your X58 platform systems. The Gulftown processor carries part number BX80613I7980X and is available for $1099.99 plus $0.99 shipping from Newegg.com. Be sure to read our Intel Core i7-980X Six-Core Processor Extreme Edition Review if you are thinking about buying one!

Upgrade your system with the Core i7-980X and own the finest processor in the world. This is Intel's first six-core CPU based on the 32nm manufacturing process, designed to handle the most intense compute and visualization workloads you can throw at it. Clocked at 3.33GHz, it allows you to multitask faster and unleash powerful media creation tools. Best of all, the 12MB of Intel Smart Cache gives you blazing speeds you never realized were possible. Take advantage of Intel Turbo Boost technology which dynamically accelerates CPU performance to match your workload. Hyper-Threading technology effectively doubles the output of your six physical cores, giving you unmatched data processing. The Integrated Memory Controller optimizes data bandwidth with up to three channels. Add the Intel Core i7-980X to your system and you’ll never look back. Experience the speed, versatility and raw power of massive multi-core processing today!

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Posted by | Tue, Mar 16, 2010 - 12:14 PM