The Intel Core i7-5820K is a 6-core, 12-thread processing capable CPU with 15MB of L3 cache. As the 'entry-level' extreme processor from Intel, it's unlocked for overclocking and is equipped with 28 PCIe 3.0 lanes that's ideal for high-end dual-GPU configurations.

The Intel Core i7-5930K is a 6-core, 12-thread processing capable CPU with 15MB of L3 cache. Unlocked for overclocking, it also has 40 PCIe 3.0 lanes that's ideal for massive multi-GPU configurations. It directly replaces the previous top-end Intel CPU, the Core i7- 4960X Extreme Edition at half the price.

The Intel Core i7-5960X Extreme Edition is the first 8-core CPU from the company. With support for 40 PCIe 3.0 lanes, it is currently the most powerful consumer CPU available in 2014.