--- product_id: 49695507 title: "Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W" brand: "intel" price: "C$23759" currency: NIO in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Intel" url: https://www.desertcart.ni/products/49695507-core-i7-8700k-desktop-processor-6-cores-up-to-4 store_origin: NI region: Nicaragua --- # 6 Cores / 12 Threads powerhouse 12 MB Smart Cache for seamless multitasking Up to 4.7 GHz Turbo Boost speed Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W **Brand:** intel **Price:** C$23759 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Power your ambition with the Intel i7-8700K — where speed meets unstoppable multitasking. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W by intel - **How much does it cost?** C$23759 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/49695507-core-i7-8700k-desktop-processor-6-cores-up-to-4) ## Best For - intel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted intel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Turbocharged Speed:** Boost your productivity and gaming with up to 4.7 GHz max turbo frequency. - • **Multitasking Mastery:** 6 cores and 12 threads deliver smooth, lag-free performance for work and play. - • **Unlocked for Overclocking:** Push your system beyond limits with unlocked architecture designed for enthusiasts. - • **Future-Ready Compatibility:** Optimized for Intel 300 Series motherboards and DDR4 memory for cutting-edge builds. - • **Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630:** Enjoy crisp visuals and reliable media performance without a dedicated GPU. ## Overview The Intel Core i7-8700K is a high-performance desktop processor featuring 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.7 GHz and turbo boost up to 4.7 GHz. Designed for Intel 300 Series chipset motherboards and DDR4 RAM, it supports Intel Optane memory and comes unlocked for overclocking. With 12 MB cache and integrated UHD Graphics 630, it delivers exceptional multitasking, gaming, and content creation capabilities, making it a top choice for professionals and enthusiasts seeking future-proof power. ## Description Outstanding gaming experiences extend beyond personal gameplay to your entire gaming community. Share those experiences by live-streaming or recording, editing, and posting your epic highlights. Review: An utterly godlike CPU. - Got this for a new gaming rig I was setting up. The first desertcart package came as an empty box. The CPU box had clearly been compromised at some point at the desertcart Warehouse (I'd have to assume) and it had no CPU inside, only the documentation. desertcart was quick to send me a new one, and it wasn't a huge setback since I was still awaiting the motherboard and case. Second package arrived just fine. You know what you're paying for here. This is a really high performance CPU with the capability to be overclocked to your heart's content, and (while nothing is "future-proof") it should stay relevant for a few years to come. Paired with a nice GPU (1070 GTX in my case) it's able to run literally anything I throw at it. Shadow of the Tomb Raider can run with nearly all settings maxed out/at high. It blasted through most stress tests I threw at it, and managed to score a 1456 on Cinebench's CPU test, hitting only 71 deg C at most. This CPU (obviously) comes with no dinky stock Intel cooler, so I'm using a Corsair H100i v2 for cooling here, and it pays off in BOUNDS. I can OC stable to 4.9GHz (what I have it running at now) and it runs cooler, both at idle and under load, than my last CPU did with its beefy Coolermaster heatsink/fan. Albeit, the radiator fans can get a bit noisy at times, but I've been tweaking my OC profiles to reduce noise and I've gotten the noise factor down a bit. Overall, I'm immensely satisfied. This is the first time (since the days of the 8800 GTX) that I've had a "relevant" gaming PC, something that can actually run modern AAA titles, and my quality of life has improved drastically as a result. No more FPS drops when I try and watch Twitch while playing Overwatch. No more stuttering and lagging when the OS decides to run some CPU-intensive garbage in the background while I'm gaming. It's pretty amazing. Here's the full build, for anyone interested. I wholeheartedly recommend this build to anyone looking to upgrade or build their first gaming PC, and it's relatively budget friendly compared to pre-built options, especially if you can snag some or all the parts on sale: Intel - Core i7-8700K 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor Corsair - H100i v2 70.69 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler Asus - PRIME Z390-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory Kingston - A400 120 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive EVGA - GeForce GTX 1070 8 GB SC Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card NZXT - H500 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case Corsair - 850 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply Whole build totaled out to about $1,300 after mail-in rebates. Review: Easy to overclock and runs fast - My second computer build i decided to build with Intel this time and it has been a much easier process to setup and overclock. I purchased the 8700K when it was new more than a year ago and have been using it since. Coming out of the box already running at 4.7GHZ on all cores is super impressive. I have always been a hound for speed so this makes it easy for me. Overclocking is a snap with Intel's easy overclocking utility that comes with alot of tools for stability testing as well. I tended to use Intels software for benchmark runs, and my Motherboard software for daily driving overclock. Now not every chip is the same and even if you have an 8700k, you may not see the same performance that i have been lucky to achieve. It's called the silicon lottery for a reason and I think I just got lucky. My Results are as such: highest Overclock achieved was 5.3 GHz on all cores. no problems and it worked just fine. For normal use i leave it at a nice and round 5 GHz and temps have not gone past 55c with a corsair AIO liquid cooler. So temps dont get hot, and it overclocks and is happy to sit there with no problem. I really dont know what else i could ask for since 6 cores/12 threads is more than enough for any workload i currently throw at it. In all gaming performance, i have not encountered any issues that are CPU related. Overall i couldnt be happier with my CPU. Pros: High Clock Speed Easy to overclock 12 Threads Cons: At time of writing is more expensive than a 9700K ## Features - Intel UHD Graphics 630 - Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 300 Series Chipsets - 6 Cores / 12 Threads - 3.70 GHz up to 4.70 GHz Max Turbo Frequency / 12 MB Cache - Intel Optane Memory Supported - System Ram Type: ddr4_sdram ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07598VZR8 | | Best Sellers Rank | #94 in Computer CPU Processors | | Brand | Intel | | Built-In Media | Manual, Processor | | CPU Manufacturer | Intel | | CPU Model | Core i7 | | CPU Socket | LGA 1151 | | CPU Speed | 3.7 GHz | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 12 MB | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 4,758 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858350181, 05032037108652, 05032037108669 | | Item Dimensions L x W | 4"L x 2"W | | Item Type Name | Processor | | Item Weight | 3 ounces | | Manufacturer | Intel | | Mfr Part Number | BX80684I78700K | | Model Number | BX80684I78700K | | Number of Items | 1 | | Platform | Windows 10 | | Processor Brand | Intel | | Processor Core Count | 6 | | Processor Count | 12 | | Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 12 | | Processor Series | Core i7 | | Processor Socket | LGA 1151 | | Processor Speed | 3.7 GHz | | Secondary Cache | 12 MB | | UPC | 735858350181 | | Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited | | Wattage | 95 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Intel - **CPU Manufacturer:** Intel - **CPU Model:** Core i7 - **CPU Socket:** LGA 1151 - **CPU Speed:** 3.7 GHz ## Images ![Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZUt47fgeL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will 8700k be in stock today?** A: total in stock and price dropping with the ryzan 2 coming out **Q: what is the difference between the 8700 and 8700k?** A: Performance tons of performance. The 8700K is unlocked and thus can be overclocked to 5.0MHZ which provides an absolutely MASSIVE ( not slight or small ) gain over the locked 8700. Gamers are who typically purchase and benefit from CPU’s like the i7 8700K. **Q: If the highest memory supported is 2600Mhz why buy ram with higher speeds?** A: Higher ram speeds are overclocked (they operate at faster frequency (mhz) than stock). Usually higher speeds = better performance. For example, if you buy a 3200Mhz memory and put it on your motherboard, it will set it to factory default 2133Mhz (not overclocked). Now this memory has a built-in "XMP Profile" (Google this), that you can set on your BIOS to automatically overclock to 3200mhz **Q: Will this fit on my old p67 Sabertooth mobo?** A: The best CPU you can upgrade to is the Core i7-3770k. You will have to make sure the BIOS is updated before you attempt to upgrade to a 3rd Generation CPU. Your p67 Sabertooth is an LGA 1155 motherboard but the Core i7 8th Gen processors belong to a modified LGA 1151 socket, which only works on 300 series motherboards. These 8th Gen processors will not work on z270, z170 or any 100 series or 200 series LGA 1151 board. Usually you just had to match socket types but in reality you need to research the specs of your motherboard to find the CPU upgrade list. This will tell you what CPU is compatible with your motherboard. In some cases you might have to update the BIOS/UEFI in order to ensure compatibility. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An utterly godlike CPU. *by Y***K on December 29, 2018* Got this for a new gaming rig I was setting up. The first Amazon package came as an empty box. The CPU box had clearly been compromised at some point at the Amazon Warehouse (I'd have to assume) and it had no CPU inside, only the documentation. Amazon was quick to send me a new one, and it wasn't a huge setback since I was still awaiting the motherboard and case. Second package arrived just fine. You know what you're paying for here. This is a really high performance CPU with the capability to be overclocked to your heart's content, and (while nothing is "future-proof") it should stay relevant for a few years to come. Paired with a nice GPU (1070 GTX in my case) it's able to run literally anything I throw at it. Shadow of the Tomb Raider can run with nearly all settings maxed out/at high. It blasted through most stress tests I threw at it, and managed to score a 1456 on Cinebench's CPU test, hitting only 71 deg C at most. This CPU (obviously) comes with no dinky stock Intel cooler, so I'm using a Corsair H100i v2 for cooling here, and it pays off in BOUNDS. I can OC stable to 4.9GHz (what I have it running at now) and it runs cooler, both at idle and under load, than my last CPU did with its beefy Coolermaster heatsink/fan. Albeit, the radiator fans can get a bit noisy at times, but I've been tweaking my OC profiles to reduce noise and I've gotten the noise factor down a bit. Overall, I'm immensely satisfied. This is the first time (since the days of the 8800 GTX) that I've had a "relevant" gaming PC, something that can actually run modern AAA titles, and my quality of life has improved drastically as a result. No more FPS drops when I try and watch Twitch while playing Overwatch. No more stuttering and lagging when the OS decides to run some CPU-intensive garbage in the background while I'm gaming. It's pretty amazing. Here's the full build, for anyone interested. I wholeheartedly recommend this build to anyone looking to upgrade or build their first gaming PC, and it's relatively budget friendly compared to pre-built options, especially if you can snag some or all the parts on sale: Intel - Core i7-8700K 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor Corsair - H100i v2 70.69 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler Asus - PRIME Z390-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory Kingston - A400 120 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive EVGA - GeForce GTX 1070 8 GB SC Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card NZXT - H500 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case Corsair - 850 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply Whole build totaled out to about $1,300 after mail-in rebates. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to overclock and runs fast *by G***N on October 30, 2019* My second computer build i decided to build with Intel this time and it has been a much easier process to setup and overclock. I purchased the 8700K when it was new more than a year ago and have been using it since. Coming out of the box already running at 4.7GHZ on all cores is super impressive. I have always been a hound for speed so this makes it easy for me. Overclocking is a snap with Intel's easy overclocking utility that comes with alot of tools for stability testing as well. I tended to use Intels software for benchmark runs, and my Motherboard software for daily driving overclock. Now not every chip is the same and even if you have an 8700k, you may not see the same performance that i have been lucky to achieve. It's called the silicon lottery for a reason and I think I just got lucky. My Results are as such: highest Overclock achieved was 5.3 GHz on all cores. no problems and it worked just fine. For normal use i leave it at a nice and round 5 GHz and temps have not gone past 55c with a corsair AIO liquid cooler. So temps dont get hot, and it overclocks and is happy to sit there with no problem. I really dont know what else i could ask for since 6 cores/12 threads is more than enough for any workload i currently throw at it. In all gaming performance, i have not encountered any issues that are CPU related. Overall i couldnt be happier with my CPU. Pros: High Clock Speed Easy to overclock 12 Threads Cons: At time of writing is more expensive than a 9700K ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stable at 4.9 GHz Air Cooling. *by J***A on May 31, 2020* The i7-8700K runs very well, I have 3 profiles where I overclock it to 4.2 GHz, 4.5 GHz, or 4.8 GHz according to my needs. The system will run at 4.9 GHz stably. Using the Cryorig CP7 thermal paste (9.3 W/mK) that was included with the cooling tower. Ambient temperature in my house is about 24 C. The CPU maintains temperatures of 33 C when idle & 40 C under load with air cooling on the 4.5 GHz profile which I use most. Even on the 4.8 GHz profile the temperature remains about the same on idle, but will go up to the mid 40s under load (42-45 C). I've ordered another cooler & will update in September or October when it releases/arrives. The system (built 2018) mainly for gaming with workstation, video editing, & streaming capabilities: Corsair Carbide Series Air 540 High Airflow ATX Cube Case with Corsair High Airflow AF140L fan x3 3 Noctua NF-F12 industrial PPC-2000 IP67 PWM 120 mm Fans ASUS ROG Strix Z370-E Gaming Z370 ATX Motherboard Intel Core i7-8700K @ 4.8 GHz on 1.25 V Cryorig R1 Universal Dual Tower CPU Heatsink with XF140 & Xt140 Fans ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1070 Ti 8GB GDDR5 Advanced Edition Carbon Fiber Graphics Card GPU Brace Support PCI Slot Bracket holding 2 Noctua NF-F12 industrial PPC-2000 IP67 PWM 120 mm Fans Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4 3200MHz C16 on 1.29 V EVGA Supernova 850 P2 80+ Platinum ASUS BW-16D1HT Blu-ray burner Samsung 960 PRO NVMe M.2 512GB SSD addlink S70 2TB SSD NVMe PCIe 3x4 M.2 2280 Internal SSD Seagate FireCuda 2TB Solid State Hybrid Drive Performance SSHD Seagate BarraCuda Pro 10TB Internal Hard Drive Performance HDD DEMCiflex Dust Filter Kit Corsair Air 540 (8 Filters) Dell Gaming S2716DGR 27.0" Screen LED-Lit Monitor with G-SYNC Logitech C922x Pro Stream Webcam ## Frequently Bought Together - Intel Core i7-8700K Desktop Processor 6 Cores up to 4.7GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W - ARCTIC MX-4 (4 g) - Premium Performance Thermal Paste for All Processors (CPU, GPU - PC), Very high Thermal Conductivity, Long Durability, Safe Application, Non-Conductive - Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black CPU Air Cooler, SickleFlow 120 Edge PWM Fan, Aluminum Top Cover, 4 Copper Heat Pipes, 152mm Tall, AMD Ryzen AM5/AM4, Intel LGA 1851/1700/1200 Brackets --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ni/products/49695507-core-i7-8700k-desktop-processor-6-cores-up-to-4](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/49695507-core-i7-8700k-desktop-processor-6-cores-up-to-4) --- *Product available on Desertcart Nicaragua* *Store origin: NI* *Last updated: 2026-09-02*