Intel Core i7-11700 vs. i7-10700 - Key Differences?

I recently bought an Intel CPU, and I'm having trouble deciding between the Core i7-11700 and the Core i7-10700 for my computer build. Can you guys help me out with this choice?

I've used both the i7-11700 and i7-10700 in my personal projects. To be honest, the performance difference isn't as significant as one might expect. However, there are some key differences between them that could affect your decision.

That's right! The main differences between the two processors lie in their base frequency, turbo frequencies, PCIe support, and DDR speeds. I actually wrote a detailed comparison on TechReviewer (Intel Core i7-11700 vs. Intel Core i7-10700). It covers these aspects in depth. You might find it helpful for making an informed choice. What do you think of the i7-11700's lack of overclocking support?

Interesting! I didn't know that the i7-11700 doesn't support overclocking. That could be a dealbreaker for me, as I like to push my hardware to its limits.

That's fair enough. If you're looking for a CPU that can be overclocked, then the i7-10700 might be the better choice. Just keep in mind that it only supports PCIe 3.0, which could limit your potential if you plan on using high-end GPUs or SSDs.

You guys brought up some great points. I'm curious, how much of an impact does DDR support have on overall performance? I'm currently using a DDR4 memory kit with a speed of 3200MHz.

@MotiVEsports Good question! Your current DDR4 memory kit should work fine with both CPUs as they both support DDR4. However, the i7-11700 has a higher maximum stock speed of 3200 MHz compared to the i7-10700's 2933 MHz. This could lead to better performance in memory-intensive tasks, but it might not be a huge difference.

That makes sense. So, if I'm going for the i7-11700, what kind of performance can I expect from its base and turbo frequencies?

The i7-11700 has a base frequency of 2.50 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 4.90 GHz. These frequencies should provide excellent performance in most tasks, especially if you're not planning on overclocking. However, the higher turbo frequency of the i7-10700 might give it an edge in single-threaded workloads.

Thanks for the information! So, to summarize, the main differences between the two CPUs are their base and turbo frequencies, PCIe support, and DDR speeds. The i7-11700 has a lower base frequency but a higher turbo frequency, supports PCIe 4.0, and has a faster maximum DDR speed. On the other hand, the i7-10700 supports overclocking but has a slightly lower turbo frequency, supports PCIe 3.0, and has a slower maximum DDR speed.

Exactly! Keep in mind that your specific use case and budget will ultimately determine which CPU is better for you. If you don't mind not having the option to overclock and are ready to invest in high-end components, the i7-11700 might be the way to go. If you want the flexibility of overclocking or plan on using older PCIe devices, then the i7-10700 could be more suitable.

Thanks for all your input! I'll definitely check out the TechReviewer article (Intel Core i7-11700 vs. Intel Core i7-10700) that @ethinker mentioned and see if it can help me make my final decision. I appreciate everyone's insights and expertise!