Intel Core i7-4930K
| Release date: | Sep 1, 2013 | Price at Launch: | $583 |
| Cores: | 6 | Threads: | 12 |
| Base Clock: | 3.4 GHz | Boost Clock: | 3.9 GHz |
| Type: | Desktop | Multithreading: | Yes |
| L2 Cache: | 256 KB per core | L3 Cache: | 12 MB |
| Box Cooler: | No | TDP: | 130 W |
| Socket: | Socket LGA 2011 | Memory Support: | DDR3‑1866 |
| Codename: | Ivy Bridge‑E | Process Size: | 22 nm |
| Integrated Graphics: | No | NPU: | No |
| PCIe Support: | PCIe 3.0, 40 Lanes |
Price History
Intel Core i7-4930K pricing
| Price | Date | |
| Current | $98 | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Highest* | $241 | Jun 28, 2025 |
| Lowest* | $90 | Sep 12, 2025 |
| Average | $126 | |
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