Core i7-8086K

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-8086K

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i7-8086K based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

6,204 Rank: 180
Rank Name Score Visual
176 Xeon Gold 5416S 6,216
+0.2%
177 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX 6,213
+0.1%
178 Xeon W-1350 6,210
+0.1%
179 EPYC 7551P 6,208
+0.1%
180 Core i7-8086K 6,204
181 Ryzen 5 7540U 6,204
+0%
182 Xeon W-1370 6,201
+-0%
183 Core i9-11900T 6,201
+-0%
184 Ryzen Z1 Extreme 6,199
-0.1%
185 Xeon Gold 6430 6,186
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-8086K based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,731 Rank: 307
Rank Name Score Visual
303 Ryzen 7 3800XT 5,743
+0.2%
304 Ryzen 5 5600GT 5,741
+0.2%
305 Xeon E5-2689 v4 5,736
+0.1%
306 Core i9-9900KF 5,732
+0%
307 Core i7-8086K 5,731
308 Xeon W-3225 5,727
-0.1%
309 Xeon E-2386G 5,721
-0.2%
310 Ryzen Threadripper 1900X 5,720
-0.2%
311 Xeon Silver 4310T 5,720
-0.2%
312 Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G 5,718
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-8086K based on single-threaded benchmark results.

6,520 Rank: 113
Rank Name Score Visual
109 Core i7-8670 6,542
+0.3%
110 Core i9-11900KF 6,537
+0.3%
111 Xeon w5-2455X 6,529
+0.1%
112 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX 6,527
+0.1%
113 Core i7-8086K 6,520
114 Core i9-9900KS 6,512
-0.1%
115 Core i9-10980XE 6,512
-0.1%
116 Xeon E-2236 6,507
-0.2%
117 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX 6,502
-0.3%
118 Core i9-9900K 6,496
-0.4%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i7-8086K based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,899 Rank: 447
Rank Name Score Visual
443 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U 4,904
+0.1%
444 Core i7-9700F 4,903
+0.1%
445 Xeon E-2286G 4,899
+0%
446 Xeon D-1577 4,899
+0%
447 Core i7-8086K 4,899
448 Xeon E-2246G 4,896
-0.1%
449 Ryzen 7 1700 4,895
-0.1%
450 Xeon E-2236 4,894
-0.1%
451 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 4,894
-0.1%
452 Xeon Gold 6128 4,893
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-8086K based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,968 Rank: 440
Rank Name Score Visual
436 Core i5-10600 4,973
+0.1%
437 Xeon E-2246G 4,971
+0.1%
438 Xeon E-2286G 4,970
+0%
439 Xeon E-2236 4,968
+0%
440 Core i7-8086K 4,968
441 Xeon E5-2650L v4 4,966
+-0%
442 Xeon Silver 4210 4,965
-0.1%
443 Core i9-9880H 4,964
-0.1%
444 Xeon E5-2687W v2 4,964
-0.1%
445 Xeon E5-2667 v2 4,963
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-8086K based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,993 Rank: 394
Rank Name Score Visual
390 Core Ultra 7 165U 4,999
+0.1%
391 Core Ultra 5 135U 4,997
+0.1%
392 Core i7-9700 4,995
+0%
393 Core Ultra 5 125U 4,994
+0%
394 Core i7-8086K 4,993
395 Core i9-10980HK 4,988
-0.1%
396 Core i5-10600K 4,987
-0.1%
397 Core i7-9700E 4,987
-0.1%
398 Ryzen 5 3500 4,986
-0.1%
399 Xeon E-2286M 4,985
-0.2%

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Core i7-8086K Details

The Intel Core i7-8086K stands out as a high-performance desktop processor launched in June 2018, designed for enthusiasts and power users seeking strong single-core and multi-threaded performance. At its core, the chip is built on Intel's Coffee Lake microarchitecture, fabricated using a 14 nm process node, and features a 6-core, 12-thread configuration enabled by Hyper-Threading. With a base clock of 4.0 GHz and a turbo frequency reaching up to 5.0 GHz on a single core, the i7-8086K delivers impressive clock speeds for its generation, particularly in single-threaded applications. It operates on the LGA-1151 socket and supports DDR4-2666 memory via a dual-channel interface, with a maximum capacity of 64 GB and a memory bandwidth of 39.74 GiB/s.

The processor includes 12 MB of L3 cache, distributed across the cores, and features 0.375 MiB of L1 cache and 1.5 MiB of L2 cache, contributing to fast data access. It also integrates Intel's UHD Graphics 630, a capable GPU with 24 execution units and a base frequency of 350 MHz, capable of boosting to 1.2 GHz, supporting up to three displays. While not intended for gaming, this integrated graphics solution is sufficient for everyday tasks and light multimedia use.

In benchmark testing, the Core i7-8086K achieves an Overall Score of 6204, ranking it #180 out of 2060 processors, with a Singlecore Score of 6520 (#113) and a Multicore Score of 5731 (#307). These results place it firmly among mid-tier to high-end desktop CPUs of its era, slightly behind top-tier chips like the Ryzen Threadripper series but competitive with modern Intel Core i9 and AMD Ryzen 7 models. It outperforms many Xeon and mainstream processors, though it trails behind newer generation CPUs from both Intel and AMD.

The processor is unlocked, allowing for easy overclocking and fine-tuned frequency adjustments, a feature that appeals to overclockers. With a TDP of 95 W, it demands adequate cooling, especially under sustained load. Intel has integrated advanced features such as AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x virtualization, enhancing performance in encryption, multimedia, and virtualization tasks. Despite being several years old, the Core i7-8086K remains a capable option for demanding workloads in content creation, software development, and productivity applications.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-8086K continues to hold relevance in the enthusiast market, particularly for users with existing LGA-1151 platforms who value its high clock speeds and robust multi-threaded performance. While newer processors offer better efficiency and higher performance, the i7-8086K still represents a strong choice for those building or upgrading a capable, cost-effective system without the need for cutting-edge features.
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Intel Core i7-8086K

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-8086K
Family: Core
Series: i7-8000
Model Number: i7-8086K
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 4000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 5000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 4600 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 4500 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 4400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 40x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Coffee Lake
Core Name: Coffee Lake S
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 158
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: 300
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 95 W
Release Price: $425.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 384 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1.5 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 12 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 39.74 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: UHD Graphics 630
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz
Execution Units: 24

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 149 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT TBT 2.0 EIST TXT VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP IPT TSX
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