Replacement for I7-8700K: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the I7-8700K (I7-8700K - Intel Core 6-Core 3.70GHz 8GT/s DMI3 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor)? Pro Disk Network ships Intel drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the I7-8700K
| SKU | I7-8700K |
|---|---|
| Product | I7-8700K - Intel Core 6-Core 3.70GHz 8GT/s DMI3 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor |
| Current price | $788.18 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View I7-8700K › |
Drop-in replacements for I7-8700K
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
SR3QR - Intel 8th Generation Core i7-8700K 6-Core 3.70GHz 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor
SKU: SR3QR
Price: $200.00
BXC80684I78700K - Intel 8th Generation Core i7-8700K 6-Core 3.70GHz 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor (Tray part)
SKU: BXC80684I78700K
Price: $803.70
CM8068403358220 - Intel Core i7-8700K 6-Core 3.70GHz 8GT/s DMI3 12MB SmartCache Socket FCLGA1151 Processor (Tray part)
SKU: CM8068403358220
Price: $851.21
BX80684I78700K - Intel Core i7-8700K 6-Core 3.70GHz 8GT/s DMI3 12MB SmartCache Socket FCLGA1151 Processor
SKU: BX80684I78700K
Price: $851.21
SR3QS - Intel 8th Generation Core i7-8700 6-Core 3.20GHz 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor
SKU: SR3QS
Price: $221.05
I7-8700 - Intel 8th Generation Core 6-Core 3.20GHz 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor (Tray part)
SKU: I7-8700
Price: $229.47
CM8068403358316 - Intel 8th Generation Core i7-8700 6-Core 3.20GHz 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor (Tray part)
SKU: CM8068403358316
Price: $229.47
BX80684I78700 - Intel Core i7-8700 6-Core 3.20GHz 8GT/s DMI3 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor
SKU: BX80684I78700
Price: $503.09
BXC80684I78700 - Intel 8th Generation Core i7-8700 6-Core 3.20GHz 12MB L3 Cache Socket 1151 Processor
SKU: BXC80684I78700
Price: $559.38
CM8068403874521 - Intel Core i7-9700 8-Core Coffee Lake Processor 3.0GHz 8.0GT/s 12MB LGA 1151 CPU, OEM
SKU: CM8068403874521
Price: $703.16
BX80684I79700F Intel Core i7-9700F BX80684I79700F Eight-Core Coffee Lake Processor 3.0GHz 8.0GT/s 12MB LGA 1151 CPU
SKU: BX80684I79700F
Price: $811.63
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.