Intel Core i7-7700T socket: LGA 1151
The Intel Core i7-7700T uses the LGA 1151 socket on revision 1 boards with 100 and 200 series chipsets. It is a quad core chip with Hyper-Threading at 35 W with boost to 3.8 GHz.
- Socket
- LGA 1151 (revision 1)
- Launched
- January 2017
- Cores and threads
- 4 and 8
- Base power
- 35 W
- Codename
- Kaby Lake
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Core i7
- Clocks
- 2.9 / 3.8 GHz
Intel Core i7-7700T specifications
| Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 8 |
| Core architecture | Kaby Lake on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 2.9 GHz base, up to 3.8 GHz Turbo |
| Cache | 8 MB Intel Smart Cache |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2133/2400 and DDR3L 1333/1600, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes from the CPU |
| Integrated graphics | Intel HD Graphics 630 |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | FCLGA1151 (37.5 × 37.5 mm) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Core i7-7700T needs a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 300 series: B365 and Z390 | Z390, B365 | Not supported |
| 300 series: H310, B360, H370, Q370, Z370 | Z370, H370, B360, H310, Q370 | Not supported |
| 200 series | Z270, H270, B250, Q270, Q250 | Works out of the box |
| 100 series | Z170, H170, B150, H110, Q170, Q150 | Needs a BIOS update Needs a BIOS update before a 7th Gen processor will start. |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1151.
LGA 1151 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 1,151 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | August 2015 |
| Memory | DDR4 on most boards (some early boards use DDR3L). DDR4 only on the second revision |
| Cooler mounting holes | 75 × 75 mm |
What the Core i7-7700T is
The Core i7-7700T is a four core, eight thread desktop processor from Kaby Lake. It launched in January 2017 with a 2.9 GHz base and up to 3.8 GHz Turbo at 35 W. Four cores with Hyper-Threading in a low power envelope cover small offices where threads help multitasking without high heat.
Eight megabytes of Smart Cache feed office suites with background tools. The 2.9 GHz base keeps sustained loads quiet, while 3.8 GHz burst lifts interactive peaks. Thirty five watts fit thin towers.
HD Graphics 630 drives office monitors with 4K output. Hardware decode keeps video smooth. Eight threads cover multitasking that dual cores struggle with.
On 14 nm the 7700T serves low power desktops against the 65 W 7700. Makers use it for small form factor performance offices. Locked multiplier removes tuning.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 7700T fits LGA 1151 revision 1 only. Two hundred series boards accept it natively, while 100 series may need a BIOS update. Revision 2 boards never support it.
The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide explains board generations. Thin mini ITX boards pair it with DDR4 for quiet performance.
The Core i7-7700 on the same socket adds clocks at 65 W. The Core i5-7600T is the quad core without Hyper-Threading at the same power.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2133/2400 or DDR3L up to 64 GB in two channels is the support. Dual channel operation helps graphics. SSDs decide boot feel.
Sixteen PCIe 3.0 lanes wire graphics or NVMe storage. Office builds use integrated displays. Thirty five watt coolers cover the load easily.
The 75 mm pattern shares coolers with LGA 1155, 1150 and LGA 1200.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket Core i7-7700 adds pace at 65 W. Both reuse board and DDR4.
Past revision 1 a new board is needed. Storage upgrades usually come first.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Core i7-7700T use?
It uses LGA 1151 revision 1 on 100 and 200 series boards.
How many cores does the i7-7700T have?
Four cores with eight threads at 2.9 GHz base with up to 3.8 GHz Turbo.
What graphics are in the i7-7700T?
Intel HD Graphics 630 for office displays.
When did the i7-7700T launch?
January 2017 with the Kaby Lake desktop lineup.
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