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Intel Xeon X5680 vs. Core i7-980X Processor

BJoha
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Dear Intel Staff.

I'm in a process to build me a high performance computer I have some questions regarding Intel Xeon X5680 vs. Core i7-980X Processors.

I wonder how come when Intel Core i7-980X has unlocked multiplier but with Intel Xeon X5680 processor the multiplier is not mention at all, since they both have close to identical technical specifications?

Is there any different at all in between them? If so, what are the differences?

Is the Xeon X5680 processor suitably for multitasking and hardcore gaming as the Intel Core i7-980X?

 

PS. I'm planning to buy the EVGA Classified SR-2 Dual LGA1366 Motherboard, with all respect for Intel motherboards.

Sincerely, Bengt Johansson.

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idata
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This is a very nice question dude! I came across an online chat session organised by Intel experts on icore processors scheduled on 26th of March 2010.I hope this would help you.To participate please visit: http://intellivechat.com/facebook.html

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BJoha
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Hello Manjit.

Thank you so much for your help, sorry to say but the link only got me to Intel Live Chat homepage but never the less, I registered there.

I'm going to find the conversation you mention and see what they say doe.

So once again, thank you for your help.

WOLF.

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BJoha
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I already got answers from Peter "Shamino" Tan, on EVGA forum.

Dual QPI Xeon DRAM Multipliers/Uncore Multipliers are locked.

WOLF.

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