Core i7 860 Benchmarks & Performance Report

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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 860 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,602 Rank: 1189

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1185	Core i3-7020U	4,610	+0.2%
1186	Xeon X5687	4,607	+0.1%
1187	Xeon X3460	4,603	+0%
1188	Core i7-950	4,602	+0%
1189	Core i7 860	4,602
1190	Core i5-5200U	4,601	+-0%
1191	Xeon W3550	4,600	+-0%
1192	Xeon X5670	4,600	+-0%
1193	Core i3-3220	4,599	-0.1%
1194	Pentium G2130	4,598	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7 860 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,534 Rank: 1171

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1167	Pentium 967	4,540	+0.1%
1168	Xeon Bronze 3104	4,537	+0.1%
1169	Intel Core i3-7020U	4,537	+0.1%
1170	Core i3-4150	4,537	+0.1%
1171	Core i7 860	4,534
1172	Pentium Gold G5400T	4,533	+-0%
1173	Core i5-2400S	4,533	+-0%
1174	Xeon E5507	4,533	+-0%
1175	Phenom II X4 940	4,532	+-0%
1176	Xeon D-1518	4,531	-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7 860 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,647 Rank: 1179

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1175	Xeon X5677	4,652	+0.1%
1176	Xeon X5660	4,650	+0.1%
1177	Core i3-2105	4,650	+0.1%
1178	Xeon D-1577	4,647	+0%
1179	Core i7 860	4,647
1180	Ryzen 3 3250U	4,646	+-0%
1181	Xeon X5680	4,645	+-0%
1182	Core i7-3537U	4,642	-0.1%
1183	Core i3-2120	4,641	-0.1%
1184	Core M-5Y70	4,640	-0.2%

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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 860 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7 860 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7 860 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core i7 860 Details

Ranked #1188 in overall performance among 2060 processors, the Intel Core i7-860 presents a surprising benchmark profile for a processor released in the late 2000s. Despite being over 15 years old as of 2026, it still holds its own in certain workloads due to its advanced features for its time. The processor, built on Intel’s 45 nm process, was designed for mainstream desktops and features a quad-core, eight-thread configuration, leveraging Hyper-Threading technology to deliver efficient multitasking performance. With a base clock of 2.8 GHz and a turbo frequency of up to 3.46 GHz, it provides solid single-threaded responsiveness, reflected in its single-core score of 4647. However, its multicore performance, measured at 4534, reveals a more modest capability, placing it just behind several modern low-power processors that benefit from architectural improvements and higher memory bandwidth.

The Core i7-860 operates on the LGA1156 socket, supporting DDR3 1066/1333 memory with a maximum capacity of 16 GB and a memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s across two channels. Its 95 W TDP reflects a balance between performance and power consumption, making it suitable for desktop systems that demand reliable performance without excessive thermal output. The integrated HD Graphics 4000 GPU features a base frequency of 650 MHz and a burst frequency of 1250 MHz, capable of driving up to three displays, though it is no match for modern discrete graphics solutions.

Notable features include support for Intel’s AVX2, AES-NI, and a range of virtualization technologies such as VT-x and VT-d, along with Intel vPro for enterprise environments. The processor also supports ECC memory, though this is limited to specific motherboard configurations. Despite its age, the Core i7-860 remains a capable mid-range CPU for legacy systems and light productivity tasks, particularly in environments where compatibility and cost-effectiveness are priorities. However, in today’s landscape dominated by multi-threaded workloads and high-performance computing, it is clearly outpaced by modern CPUs, as evidenced by its position well below the top 50 in both single-core and multicore rankings. As of March 2026, it serves best as a nostalgic or budget-friendly option rather than a competitive performer in current systems.