Intel Core i7-965

Intel Core i7-965
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Core i7-965 was once a remarkable piece of technology. It was based on the Bloomfield architecture and set standards at the time. Manufactured using the 45-nanometer process, it demonstrated considerable efficiency for its time. We appreciated its ability to handle demanding tasks with ease.

A standout feature was its generous cache memory. It had 1 MB of Level 2 and a substantial 8 MB of Level 3 cache. This provided a solid foundation for fast data access. Thus, it enabled a responsive workflow. The maximum memory bandwidth of 26 GB/s also supported smooth operations. This processor was designed for users seeking high system performance.

Even today, it can surprise for certain applications. It remains an interesting specimen from an important era of PC development. Its robust design was built for longevity. Anyone who still uses it today benefits from this solid construction. A genuine piece of hardware history that retains its value.

It stands for a time when quad-core processors opened up new possibilities.
  • Bloomfield architecture
  • Generous cache memory
  • 45-nanometer manufacturing process

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 776 / 867
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank 665 / 821
In segment Desktop
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-2390T
2C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
614
Intel Core i5-2450P
4C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
614
Intel Core i7-965
4C / 8T · 3.46 GHz
610
Intel Xeon X3470
4C / 8T · 3.60 GHz
605
Intel Xeon E3-1220
4C / 8T · 3.40 GHz
601
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i3-4330
2C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
2,179
Intel Core i3-6100T
2C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
2,176
Intel Core i7-965
4C / 8T · 3.20 GHz
2,174
Intel Core i7-2600
4C / 8T · 3.40 GHz
2,169
AMD Athlon 3000G
2C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
2,169
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Pentium G2020
2C / 2T · 2.90 GHz
578
Intel Xeon D-1577
16C / 32T · 2.10 GHz
578
Intel Core i7-965
4C / 8T · 3.46 GHz
576
Intel Core i3-2102
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
575
Intel Core i3-2100
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
575
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-4670T
4C / 4T · 2.80 GHz
2,427
Intel Core i5-2500
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
2,425
Intel Core i7-965
4C / 8T · 3.20 GHz
2,420
Intel Core i5-2450P
4C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
2,418
Intel Core i7-2600S
4C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
2,418

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Core i7 Extreme Edition (24)
CPU groupIntel Core i7 900 (7)
ArchitectureBloomfield
Technology45 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 1366
Generation1
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads4 / 8
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 4x
Frequency: 3.20 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.46 GHz
Turbo Frequency (4 Cores):
L2-Cache1.00 MB
L3-Cache8.00 MB
OverclockingYes

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1066
25.6 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory24 GB
Memory channels3
ECC
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP130 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2
Release dateQ4/2008
Release price990 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Core i7-965
Intel Core i7-965
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