Built for high-performance desktops, the Intel Core i7-3770 is a fast quad-core processor with a base frequency of 3.4 GHz. A part of Intel's Ivy Bridge series of processors, the i7-3770 also features a 22nm production process. Since this 64-bit processor is capable of hyperthreading, its four cores can handle a total of eight threads simultaneously, resulting in excellent multi-tasking performance. Moreover, the processor can increase its clock speed to 3.9 GHz using Turbo Boost to keep up with power-hungry applications. Keeping in line with its high-performance goals, the i7-3770 supports up to 32 GB of DDR3 memory via two channels. The processor works with the LGA1155 socket and the boxed processor (BX80637I73770) includes a fan and heat sink.