Editors' Rating
Typical price:£ 637
Verdict
Thanks to an expensive new motherboard requirement, Intel's new Core i7 (Nehalem) desktop processors will remain enthusiast and professional-level parts until more affordable complementary hardware comes out next year. Speed never comes cheap, however, and if you're willing to spend for it now, you'll find yourself with the fastest CPU on the market... Read Full Review.
Pros
- Fastest high-end desktop CPU
- Supporting motherboard supports both graphics card vendors' multi-card technologies
Cons
- Requires an expensive new motherboard
- Chipset needs three memory sticks for maximum efficiency






