Intel Core i7 facts for kids
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| Produced | From 2008 |
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| Max. CPU clock rate | 1.6 GHz to 4.2 GHz |
| QPI speeds | 4.8 GT/s to 8 GT/s |
| Min. feature size | 45 nm, 32 nm, or 22 nm |
| Instruction set | x86, x86-64, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2 |
| Microarchitecture | Nehalem Sandy Bridge Sandy Bridge-E Ivy Bridge Ivy Bridge-E Haswell Haswell-E Broadwell Skylake |
| Cores | 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 |
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The Intel Core i7 is a special name. It is used by the company Intel for its powerful computer processors. These processors are made for high-end desktop and laptop computers. They are also used in some tablets.
Intel uses the Core i7 name for its fastest processors. These parts are designed for the most powerful devices. The word 'Core' in the name refers to the processor's main part. Intel started using 'Core' in 2006. However, the first Core i7 processor came out in 2009.
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What is an Intel Core i7 Processor?
A processor is like the brain of a computer. It does all the calculations and runs programs. The Core i7 is a series of processors. It is not just one specific type. Instead, it covers many fast processors. Intel sells these to people who want powerful computers.
How Core i7 Compares to Other Processors
Intel also has other "Core i-" names. These are for processors made for consumers. They include "Core i5" and "Core i3."
Core i5 vs. Core i7
"Core i5" processors are often very fast. They are almost as quick as Core i7 processors. However, Core i5 processors usually lack something called Hyper-Threading. Hyper-Threading is a special technology. It lets each part (core) of the processor work on two tasks at once. This makes it seem like the processor has twice as many cores. It helps the computer do more things at the same time.
Core i7 vs. Xeon Processors
Intel makes another type of processor called Xeon. These are for "server" computers. Servers are powerful computers used by businesses. They store information and run websites. Some Core i7 and Xeon processors are very similar. But Xeon processors are made for different tasks. They are built for the special needs of server computers.
Xeon processors also have unique features. They support ECC memory. ECC stands for "error-correcting code." This memory can find and fix errors. This makes servers more reliable. Also, Xeon processors can work with multiple CPUs. This means more than one processor can be on the same motherboard. This makes servers even more powerful.
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In Spanish: Intel Core i7 (Nehalem) para niños
