The 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7 processors deliver a new class of computing with a host of new features to power the next generation of laptops and 2 in 1 PCs. Expect lighting fast speeds and peak performance through even the toughest of tasks and games. The built-in revolutionary Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology allows each processor core to work on two tasks at the same time for smoother multitasking while Intel® Iris™ graphics delivers stunning 3D visuals and faster, more advanced video and photo editing. Game the way you want and push the boundaries with overclocking for your most demanding gaming needs. The ultimate in peak performance.
Ready. Wake. Create.
From zero to power in a flash, the 6th generation Intel® Core™ processor wakes quicker than ever and lets you switch in and out of apps more seamlessly than ever.
Stunning Visual Experiences
With 6th generation Intel® Core™ processor Ultra HD graphics, your screen comes to life. Watch in a whole new way with 4k screens. Wireless displays let you create and game anywhere.
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Worry-free and hassle-free security is yours. With facial recognition and True Key™ technology, getting you logged in and protected has never been easier or more secure.
Memory | Memory channels | Quad-channel |
 | Maximum internal memory supported by processor | 128 GB |
| Memory types supported by processor | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speeds supported by processor | 2133,2400 MHz |
Other features | Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| | 131072 MB |
Processor special features | Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 frequency | 4 GHz |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
| Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Yes |
Logistics data | Harmonized System (HS) code | 8542310001 |
Features | Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Market segment | Desktop |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 40 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| Scalability | 1S |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| PCI Express CEM revision | 3.0 |
| Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) | 5A992C |
| Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) | G077159 |
Technical details | Processor cache | 20480 KB |
| Product type | Processor |
| Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Launch date | Q2'16 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Maximum memory | 128 GB |
| Processor brand name | Intel Core i7 X-series Intel Core i7 X-series processor |
| Last change | 63903513 |
| Product family | Intel High End Desktop Processors |
| Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology frequency | 4000 MHz |
Processor | Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 X-series |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor socket | LGA 2011-v3 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-6900K |
| Processor base frequency | 3.2 GHz |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor generation | 6th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Component for | PC |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 3.7 GHz |
| Processor cache | 20 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 140 W |
| Compatible chipsets | Intel® X99 |
| Stepping | R0 |
| Processor codename | Broadwell E |
| Processor code | SR2PB |
| Processor ARK ID | 94196 |
| Generation | 6th Generation |