--- product_id: 132655315 title: "Core i7-9700 Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.7 GHz LGA1151 300 Series 65W (BX80684I79700)" brand: "intel" price: "KSh92657" currency: KES in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/132655315-core-i7-9700-desktop-processor-8-cores-up-to-4 store_origin: KE region: Kenya --- # Up to 4.7 GHz Turbo Boost 65W power efficiency with included thermal solution 8 Cores / 8 Threads for seamless multitasking Core i7-9700 Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.7 GHz LGA1151 300 Series 65W (BX80684I79700) **Brand:** intel **Price:** KSh92657 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Power your productivity with the i7-9700 — where speed meets efficiency! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Core i7-9700 Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.7 GHz LGA1151 300 Series 65W (BX80684I79700) by intel - **How much does it cost?** KSh92657 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/132655315-core-i7-9700-desktop-processor-8-cores-up-to-4) ## Best For - intel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted intel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **8-Core Powerhouse:** Multitask like a pro with 8 physical cores and 8 threads - • **Intel Optane Ready:** Accelerate your storage and system responsiveness effortlessly - • **Seamless Compatibility:** Optimized for Intel 300 Series chipset motherboards with BIOS update support - • **Efficient Thermal Design:** Stay cool under pressure with the included 65W thermal solution - • **Blazing 4.7 GHz Turbo Boost:** Experience lightning-fast responsiveness for gaming and productivity ## Overview The Intel Core i7-9700 is a 9th Gen desktop processor featuring 8 cores and 8 threads, capable of turbo boosting up to 4.7 GHz. Designed for high-performance gaming, content creation, and multitasking, it supports Intel Optane Memory and requires a 300 Series chipset motherboard. With a 65W power rating and included thermal solution, it balances power and efficiency for professional-grade computing. ## Description 9th Gen Intel Core i7-9700 desktop processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel vPro Technology. Offers high performance for enthusiast Gaming, creating, and overall productivity. Thermal solution included in the box. Only compatible with 300 Series chipset based motherboard. 65W. ## Features - 8 Cores /8 Threads - Up to 4.7 GHz. Scalability- 1S Only - Compatible with Intel 300 Series chipset based motherboards - Bios update may be required for motherboard compatibility - Supports Intel Optane Memory ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B07S6CRLVD | | Best Sellers Rank | #176 in Computer CPU Processors | | Brand | Intel | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 12 | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,178) 4.7 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858416627 | | Item Dimensions L X W | 4.57"L x 3.98"W | | Item Type Name | Boxed Core Processor | | Item Weight | 240 g | | Manufacturer | Intel | | Mfr Part Number | BX80684I79700 | | Model Number | BX80684I79700 | | Platform | Windows 10 | | Processor Brand | Intel | | Processor Core Count | 8 | | Processor Count | 8 | | Processor Number Of Concurrent Threads | 8 | | Processor Series | Core i7 | | Processor Socket | LGA 1151 | | Processor Speed | 3 GHz | | Secondary Cache | 12 | | Upc | 735858416627 | | Warranty Description | 1 year tray limited warranty, 3 Year Box Limted Warranty | | Wattage | 65 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Intel - **CPU Manufacturer:** Intel - **CPU Model:** Core i7 - **CPU Socket:** LGA 1151 - **CPU Speed:** 3 GHz ## Images ![Core i7-9700 Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.7 GHz LGA1151 300 Series 65W (BX80684I79700) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716gjmLvNuL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this come with any kind of heatsink/ fan or do you have to get one separately?** A: It comes with a heatsink/fan combo but it's garbage. It's fine for light to moderate CPU load but with sustained load on all 8 cores at 4.5 GHz it will overload the cooler pretty quickly. It took me about 30 seconds to hit 90+C with Intel's XTU stress test. **Q: base is 3.0 ghz, how can i utilize the advertised 4.5 ghz?** A: The max turbo speed of a single core is 4.7GHz. The processor itself decides how fast it can safely "turbo" a single core. Keep in mind that rarely will all 8 cores be running at the "base" 3GHz speed since the cores are always dynamically throttled or sped up to give max performance while also saving as much energy as possible. If you want to actually overclock the whole processor, then you should look at the Core i7-9700K. **Q: Does the Core i7-9700 have on board graphics? Thanks** A: Yes it does, UHD 630 (https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/191792/intel-core-i7-9700-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-70-ghz.html) **Q: Can ddr4-3333 memory be used with this core i7 9700? don't think the 9700 can be overclocked.** A: I have DDR4-3200 working with it. Not overclocked. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice upgrade *by on Reviewed in the United States June 3, 2021* Because video cards are so expensive this year, I could only update the RAM and CPU on my rig this year. I have an ASUS Z370-A motherboard and it’s listed as compatible, but when I installed the new CPU the computer didn’t boot. Troubleshooting said to update the BIOS which made sense because the BIOS I had was from 2018 before 9th gen Intel CPUs. Swapped the CPUs and updated the BIOS with the old CPU and then reinstalled the new CPU and it booted perfectly.- Be sure to update your BIOS before you install the new CPU- Only replace one thing at a time. I know it’s more work to boot up in between, but if you replace RAM, too, you won’t know what’s not working if the boot fails.- Keep your old chip handy in case something goes wrong and you need to swap it out- Don’t put too much conductive paste on the back. One instruction video said a drop about the size of a grain of rice. That seems right. Too much and it gets everywhere.Overall, installation was pretty easy. It took me a couple of tries to get the orientation correct, but it only fits on one way. The hardest part, really was finding and downloading the BIOS on the ASUS website and attaching the Coolermaster radiator and fan over the top.One note: This CPU comes with video but the HDMI out on the motherboard stopped working, It’s not an issue because I use the HDMI and DVI out from a 1070 video card.Bottom line: it was a good upgrade. My games run moderately faster with better frame rate and nothing seems to be running hotter. I’d recommend. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable seller, no guff included *by on Reviewed in the United States December 26, 2025* Product was as advertised. Was obviously used, but nothing but wear on the die cover. Bottom of chip was immaculate. Easy to instill and upgrade my sisters system, only needed to update the bios. Temps at 100% load were just below 75C, perfectly functioning with a stock intel cooler. First time buying a used tech item on Amazon and I'm impressed with quality and shipping time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It just works. *by on Reviewed in the United States April 16, 2026* It has worked without issues I’ve been using it since I received it and haven’t encountered any problems yet. ## Frequently Bought Together - Intel Core i7-9700 Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.7 GHz LGA1151 300 Series 65W - ARCTIC MX-4 (4 g) - Premium Performance Thermal Paste for All Processors (CPU, GPU - PC), Very high Thermal Conductivity, Long Durability, Safe Application, Non-Conductive - CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX DDR4 RAM 32GB (2x16GB) 3200MHz CL16-20-20-38 1.35V Intel AMD Desktop Computer Memory - Black (CMK32GX4M2E3200C16) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/132655315-core-i7-9700-desktop-processor-8-cores-up-to-4](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/132655315-core-i7-9700-desktop-processor-8-cores-up-to-4) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kenya* *Store origin: KE* *Last updated: 2026-08-10*