Processor
Intel Core i7-11700K vs Intel Core i7-10700K
Compared by performance index, specifications and load profile. The per-parameter difference comes first; the index follows.
Verdict
Intel Core i7-10700K
Intel Core i7-10700K pageIntel Core i7-11700K is 8% faster on the performance index.
The gap is noticeable but not decisive.
Intel Core i7-11700K leads on 3 parameters, Intel Core i7-10700K on 0.
Specification source: A — Intel; B — Intel. Specifications verified on 2026-07-27
Difference per parameter
Gaming performance
10496Cores and threads
8/168/16Power efficiency
125 W125 WPlatform freshness
LGA1200 · DDR4LGA1200 · DDR4L3 cache
16 MB16 MB
Profile of both sides
Specifications side by side
| Side AIntel Core i7-11700K | Side BIntel Core i7-10700K | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 104better | 96 |
| Cores / threads | 8/16 | 8/16 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHzbetter |
| Boost clock | 5.0 GHz | 5.1 GHzbetter |
| L3 cache | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| Power draw (TDP) | 125 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1200 |
| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Integrated graphics | Yes | Yes |
| Process node | Intel 14 nm | Intel 14 nm |
| Released | Q1 2021 | Q2 2020 |
FPS in popular games
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