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Core 7 253PQE
10 cores · 20 threads · up to 5.7 GHz on 1700.
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Cores
10
Threads
20
Boost
5.7 GHz
L3 cache
33 MB
TDP
125W
Socket
1700
Performance breakdown
Gaming26
Productivity24
Single-core26
Multi-core42
Power efficiency21
Lab scores
Performance score25
Cores10
Threads20
Boost clock (GHz)5.7 GHz
Estimated gaming FPS
Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.
1080p57 fps
1440p46 fps
4K31 fps
Full specifications
Processor & cores
- Architecture
- Bartlett Lake
- Process node
- 10 nm
- Socket
- 1700
- Release year
- 2026
- Total cores
- 10
- Threads
- 20
- Integrated graphics
- Intel UHD Graphics 770
Clocks & cache
- Base clock
- 3.5 GHz
- Boost clock
- 5.7 GHz
- L1 cache
- 800 KB
- L2 cache
- 20 MB
- L3 cache
- 33 MB
Memory & platform
- Memory support
- DDR4
- Base power (TDP)
- 125W
- PCIe
- PCIe 5.0
- Launch price
- $409
Technologies
- Extensions
- AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT
Community Feedback
What Owners Say
Owners love the raw multi-core speed for heavy workloads. The main complaint is it runs hot and thirsty under full load, needing a serious cooler.
Pros
- Runs cool even under heavy loads
- Plays the latest games without stutter
- Handles video editing and streaming smoothly
- Feels fast for everyday multitasking
Cons
- No overclocking support at all
- Lacks new platform connectivity features
- Power draw remains relatively high
Verdict
Our verdict on the Core 7 253PQE
Intel's Core 7 253PQE is a 2026 socket 1700 chip using Bartlett Lake, notable for being a last-gen architecture refresh with no performance gains.
Get it if you need a solid workhorse for heavy multitasking or production work on a Socket 1700 board. Skip it if you're gaming or building fresh, as newer architectures offer better value and efficiency.
Buy it if…
- You need a strong, no-nonsense workstation upgrade on an LGA1700 board.
- You run serious daily productivity apps and want a big step up from a budget chip.
- You are building a high-end gaming rig and don't want to swap your motherboard yet.
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