Intel Core i7-11700K

Release & Generation

• Release date (concise): March 2021
• CPU generation name: Rocket Lake
• This generation introduced the Cypress Cove architecture (backported to 14nm) and served as the final high-end series for the LGA 1200 platform before the move to hybrid architectures.

Core Configuration & Speeds

• 8 Performance-cores + 0 Efficiency-cores = 8 total cores / 16 total threads
• Total cache: 16 MB Intel Smart Cache
• Max turbo/boost clock: Up to 5.0 GHz
• Base or rated power (TDP/base power): 125 W TDP

Memory Support

• DDR4-3200

Socket

• LGA 1200; compatible with Intel 400 and 500 series chipsets

Variants

• i7-11700K: The standard unlocked model featuring integrated Intel UHD Graphics 750.
• i7-11700KF: Identical to the K model but lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU.
• i7-11700: Locked multiplier (no overclocking) with a lower 65W base power target and lower base clock speeds.
• i7-11700F: Locked multiplier with a 65W power target; lacks integrated graphics.
• i7-11700T: Power-optimized variant with a significantly lower 35W TDP for low-heat/compact systems.