Unlocked Intel® Core™ processors let you overclock1 the CPU for even more gaming power and performance.2
Overclocking1 your unlocked Intel® Core™ processor, RAM, and motherboard is a way to custom tune your PC. You can adjust the power, voltage, core, memory settings, and other key system values for more performance. It helps speed up your components—and your gameplay. It can also help with processor-intensive tasks such as image rendering and transcoding.1 3
Intel® XTU is a Windows-based tool for overclocking1 unlocked Intel® Core™ processors.
Intel® XMP helps you overclock1 RAM, including select Intel® technology-based DDR4 memory, unlocking performance that exceeds standard specifications.
Whether you're seeking an added speed boost to gain a gaming edge or maximize your creativity, Intel® Performance Maximizer is a new, free way to confidently bring added performance to your system.4
Get peace of mind with Intel Performance Tuning Protection Plan,5 which allows for a one-time return if your qualifying processor was damaged due to overclocking.
| Processor Number | Processor Base Frequency | Cache | # of Cores/ # of Threads | TDP | Memory Types | Graphics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel® Core™ i9-9900K Processor | 3.6 GHz | 16M | 8/16 | 95W | Two channels DDR4-2666 | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| Intel® Core™ i7-9700K Processor | 3.6 GHz | 12M | 8/8 | 95W | Two channels DDR4-2666 | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| Intel® Core™ i5-9600K Processor | 3.7 GHz | 9M | 6/6 | 95W | Two channels DDR4-2666 | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| Processor Number | Processor Base Frequency | Cache | # of Cores/ # of Threads | TDP | Memory Types | Graphics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel® Core™ i9-9980HK Processor | 2.40 GHz | 16 MB | 8/16 | 45W | Two channels DDR4-2666 | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| Processor Number | Processor Base Frequency | Cache | # of Cores/ # of Threads | TDP | Memory Types | Graphics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel® Core™ i9-9980XE Processor | 3.0 GHz | 24.75 MB | 18/36 | 165 W | Four Channels DDR4-2666 | NA |
| Intel® Core™ i9-9960X Processor | 3.1 GHz | 22 MB | 16/32 | 165 W | Four Channels DDR4-2666 | NA |
| Intel® Core™ i9-9940X Processor | 3.3 GHz | 19.25 MB | 14/28 | 165 W | Four Channels DDR4-2666 | NA |
| Intel® Core™ i9-9920X Processor | 3.5 GHz | 19.25 MB | 12/24 | 165 W | Four Channels DDR4-2666 | NA |
| Intel® Core™ i9-9900X Processor | 3.5 GHz | 19.25 MB | 10/20 | 165 W | Four Channels DDR4-2666 | NA |
| Intel® Core™ i9-9820X Processor | 3.3 GHz | 16.5 MB | 10/20 | 165 W | Four Channels DDR4-2666 | NA |
| Intel® Core™ i7-9800X Processor | 3.8 Ghz | 16.5 MB | 8/16 | 165 W | Four Channels DDR4-2666 | NA |
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{{/if}}Intel® technologies’ features and benefits depend on system configuration and may require enabled hardware, software, or service activation. Performance varies depending on system configuration. Check with your system manufacturer or retailer or learn more at intel.com.
Software and workloads used in performance tests may have been optimized for performance only on Intel® microprocessors. Performance tests, such as SYSmark* and MobileMark*, are measured using specific computer systems, components, software, operations, and functions. Any change to any of those factors may cause the results to vary. You should consult other information and performance tests to assist you in fully evaluating your contemplated purchases, including the performance of that product when combined with other products. For more information go to www.intel.com/benchmarks.
Altering clock frequency or voltage may damage or reduce the useful life of the processor and other system components, and may reduce system stability and performance. Product warranties may not apply if the processor is operated beyond its specifications. Check with the manufacturers of system and components for additional details.
Some features may only be available with the latest version of Intel® Performance Maximizer. Visit downloadcenter.intel.com to download the latest version. Eligible processors include 9th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-9900K, i9-9900KF, i7-9700K, i7-9700KF, i5-9600K, i5-9600KF processor. For complete information, visit intel.com/performancemaximizer.
Intel Performance Tuning Protection Plan (PTPP) allows a single replacement for your qualified boxed processor, in addition to your standard 3-year warranty.