Intel Core i9-10980XE—a step forward for AI, a step back for everything else

Ars goes hands-on with Intel's newest HEDT CPU, the 18-core i9-10980XE.

Intel Core i9 10980XE

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Up to 4. 8 GHz unlocked Discrete graphics required Compatible with Intel x299 Chipset based motherboards Supports Intel Optane Memory Cascade Lake,

Intel Core i9-10980XE Desktop Processor 18 Cores 36 thread up to 4.8GHz Unlocked LGA2066 X299 Series 165W

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