Processor INTEL Core i9-10900E, 10 cores, 2.8 GHz base, 4.7 GHz boost, LGA 1200, 20 MB cache, DDR4, UHD Graphics 630

Intel Core i9-10900E is a Comet Lake desktop processor for LGA 1200 (Socket H5) designed for demanding embedded and high-performance desktop applications. It provides 10 physical cores with a base frequency of 2.8 GHz and the ability to increase single-core speed up to 4.7 GHz using Intel Turbo Boost and Thermal Velocity Boost mechanisms. The processor includes 20 MB of Intel Smart Cache, integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 for basic display and media tasks, and support for dual-channel DDR4 memory configurations up to 128 GB. Platform features include multiple virtualization and security technologies that suit managed business and embedded systems.

Advantages

The i9-10900E delivers a balance of multithreaded throughput and single-thread burst performance thanks to 10 cores, Intel Hyper-Threading support and Turbo Boost technologies. Its integrated UHD Graphics 630 provides hardware-accelerated video decode and display capabilities while Intel Clear Video and Quick Sync Video improve playback and media conversion tasks. Hardware security and manageability are enhanced through technologies such as Intel AES-NI, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Intel SGX and Intel vPro platform eligibility. Thermal monitoring and Turbo Velocity Boost allow adaptive performance while maintaining thermal and power safeguards.

Suitable for

• Embedded systems and industrial PCs requiring reliable multi-core compute
• Workstations for software development, virtualization and testing
• High-performance desktop platforms with hardware-based security and manageability
• Media playback, encoding and light GPU-accelerated video tasks

Key specifications

• Architecture: Comet Lake, 10 physical cores with Hyper-Threading support
• Base frequency: 2.8 GHz; Max single-core turbo frequency: up to 4.7 GHz
• Cache: 20 MB Intel Smart Cache shared between cores
• Socket: LGA 1200 (Socket H5)
• Memory: Dual-channel DDR4 support, up to 128 GB
• Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630 with video decode and display features
• Virtualization and security: Intel VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, Intel SGX, Trusted Execution Technology
• Power and thermal: Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Enhanced SpeedStep and Turbo Velocity Boost

How to use

Install the processor into a compatible LGA 1200 motherboard following the board manufacturer’s installation instructions and use an appropriate cooling solution rated for the CPU’s thermal characteristics. Populate memory slots with supported DDR4 modules in the recommended dual-channel configuration for optimal performance, and apply thermal interface material between the CPU heatspreader and cooler. Enable required platform features such as virtualization or security options in BIOS/UEFI when deploying virtualized or managed environments. Ensure the system power delivery and BIOS revisions are compatible with Comet Lake processors.

Recommendations

For stable multi-core performance enable appropriate cooling and configure BIOS power/thermal limits according to the system design. When running virtualization or cryptographic workloads, enable VT-x/VT-d and AES-NI in firmware to take full advantage of hardware acceleration and security features. For media workflows, use Quick Sync Video and Clear Video HD support in compatible software to accelerate encoding and playback.