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Q2/2018
Intel Core i7-8086K

Processor Intel Core i7-8086K, specifications and benchmarks

317 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The Intel Core i7-8086K processor is installed in LGA 1151-2 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 3.70 GHz. The Intel Core i7-8086K has a total of 6 cores. Release date: Q2/2018. TDP is 95 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the Intel Core i7-8086K processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on Intel Core i7-8086K.

Intel Core i7-8086K Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Family
  • Generation
    8
  • CPU group
    Intel Core i 8000
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

Intel Core i7-8086K. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    3.70 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    6
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    5.00 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    12
  • Turbo (6 Cores)
    4.30 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    Yes
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A core
    --
  • B core
    --
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    Intel UHD Graphics 630
  • GPU frequency
    0.35 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    1.20 GHz
  • Execution units
    24
  • Shader
    192
  • Max. GPU Memory
    64 GB
  • Max. displays
    3
  • Generation
    9.5
  • DirectX Version
    12
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Release date
    Q4/2017
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    Decode / Encode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-2666
  • Max. Memory
  • ECC
    No
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
    3.0
  • PCIe lanes
    16
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    95 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    12.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Coffee Lake S
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Socket
    LGA 1151-2
  • Release date
    Q2/2018
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Core i7-8086K CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    175 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    169 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    67 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    219 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    297 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    393 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    673 place
  • Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
    139 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    11 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    125 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    32 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    113 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    29 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    348 place

Intel Core i7-8086K Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of Intel Core i7-8086K with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 SC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
1330
1329
1325
1321
Intel Core i7-8086K
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 MC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows using a multi-core and hyperthreading
10489
10489
10472
10209
Intel Core i7-8086K
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
1481
1480
1464
1448
Intel Core i7-8086K
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1342
1342
1336
1335
Intel Core i7-8086K
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
7144
7100
7045
7031
Intel Core i7-8086K
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
480
476
476
461
Intel Core i7-8086K
Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
Blender is Open Source Software, creating predefined 3D scenes and measuring the time to execute them
215.1
217.1
217.8
224.4
Intel Core i7-8086K
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
5472
5472
5418
5410
Intel Core i7-8086K
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
28670
28120
27479
27451
Intel Core i7-8086K
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
2.61
Intel Core i7-8086K
2.61
2.61
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
16.25
16.25
15.96
15.96
Intel Core i7-8086K
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
The iGPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene, based on CINEMA 4D
43.7
43.7
43.7
43.7
Intel Core i7-8086K
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
16325
16305
16298
16265
Intel Core i7-8086K

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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