Intel Core i3-7350K

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Intel Core i3-7350K
2
Cores
4
Threads
4.2 GHz
Base Clock
Socket LGA 1151
Socket
60 W
TDP
Intel HD Graphics 630
Integrated Graphics
$115
Price
Release date:Jan 3, 2017Price at Launch:$179
Cores:2Threads:4
Base Clock:4.2 GHzType:Desktop
Multithreading:YesL2 Cache:512 KB
L3 Cache:4 MBBox Cooler:No
TDP:60 WSocket:Socket LGA 1151
Memory Support:DDR3-1600 or DDR4-2400Codename:Kaby Lake
Process Size:14 nmIntegrated Graphics:Yes
iGPU Model:Intel HD Graphics 630NPU:No
PCIe Support:PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes

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All benchmark data reflects aggregated results from dozens of tests conducted in TechSpot’s labs and compiled from our full library of CPU reviews. Single-core productivity scores are based primarily on Cinebench and Adobe Photoshop workloads. Multi-core results draw from Cinebench, Blender, Corona Benchmark, 7-Zip, Adobe Premiere Pro, and shader compilation tests. CPU gaming benchmarks are all 1080p runs (explainer) as published on TechSpot.

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Reviews and Ratings

72

Average Score

Based on 14 reviews

8.4

User Score

Based on 77 reviews

Reviewers Liked

  • First unlocked Core i3
  • Chipset delivers more PCI Express wiggle room for superfast storage
  • Hardware support for nextgen highres streaming codecs

Reviewers Didn't Like

  • Expensive for a Core i3, making unlocked Core i5 chips enticing in same price range

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