The Intel Core i7-8700 is a 6-core processor from Intel's 8th generation of CPUs, released in early 2017. It operates at a base clock speed of 3.2 GHz and can boost up to 4.6 GHz, making it suitable for both gaming and productivity tasks. With support for Hyper-Threading, it can handle 12 threads simultaneously, enhancing multitasking performance. This processor is built on a 14nm manufacturing process and has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 watts. It is compatible with the LGA 1151 socket and supports DDR4 memory, allowing for efficient data handling and improved overall system performance.