Intel Core i7 8th Gen processor

The Intel Core i7 8th Gen is a high-performance central processing unit (CPU) belonging to the mid-to-high tier of Intel's consumer hardware lineup. Originally introduced in 2017, the 8th Generation marked a significant shift for Intel by increasing the core counts across its mobile and desktop platforms to compete with evolving market demands.

Intel Corporation, founded in 1968, is the original creator and current ultimate owner of the brand. While headquartered in the United States, Intel operates a vast global manufacturing network. The final assembly and testing of processors typically occur in multiple countries, including Malaysia, Vietnam, Costa Rica, and China, while the high-tech silicon fabrication of the wafers often takes place in the USA, Ireland, and Israel. Intel remains an independent, publicly-traded multinational corporation and is a pioneer in the semiconductor industry.