Product Comparison: Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 vs Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600


General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core 2 Duo E4500
Core 2 Quad Q6600
Origin
Malaysia
China
About the Product
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 is Conroe architecture desktop processor. It has 2 cores and 2 threads and is made using the 65 nm process technology, the clock frequency is 2.2GHz, the multiplier is locked. The CPU supports DDR3 memory and is compatible with LGA775 socket.
This is Kentsfield architecture desktop processor primarily aimed at home systems. It has 4 cores and 4 threads, and is based on 65 nm manufacturing technology, with a maximum frequency of 2400 MHz and a locked multiplier.
Package Size
Height
4.9 in.
4.9 in.
Width
3.71 in.
4.4 in.
Depth
1.81 in.
2.8 in.
Weight
1.07 lbs.
Details
Socket
LGA775
LGA775
Lithography
65 nm
65 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Conroe
Kentsfield
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 CPU Processor
  • Good processor, fit perfectly on my motherboard.
  • Installation of this processor took less than 10 minutes.
  • Convenient socket, I installed the chip easily. I recommend this.
  • Good processor. Easy to install into a socket.
  • You need to remember that socket 775 is deprecated.
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU Processor
  • The CPU's speed is very fast, fits the Intel 775 Socket on my new motherboard.
  • Great product, easy to install, awesome performance.
  • Fast CPU. Installed just fine in our Dell Desktop.
  • I installed into a Dell XPS 410 and it was recognized immediately by bios. Great socket.
  • It was extremely easy to install in the motherboard. Great type of socket.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
4
CPU Threads
2
4
Clock Speed
2.2 GHz
2.4 GHz
Max TDP
65 W
105 W
Max Temperature
73.3 °C
71 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
No
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 CPU Processor
  • The Core 2 Duo dual core design provides just enough extra processing power.
  • The processor provided good multithreading, I'm happy with that.
  • This processor is a great upgrade for my old PC. It got faster.
  • Good cpu, runs all needed programs quite well.
  • The Core 2 Duo E4500 is an old processor, only for weak games or office programs.
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU Processor
  • The Q6600 can handle most of the simple tasks, such as emailing, document processing, as stressful as the newer system.
  • This is a very fast CPU and well worth the money.
  • Extremely fast and stable. Amazing performance.
  • This is an awesome processor. It is very fast, has a good price and runs very cool.
  • I can work on video editing no problem, and all the applications and programs run lightning fast.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
2000 kB
8000 kB
Max Memory Size
16 GB
16 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
8.5 GB/s
25.6 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 CPU Processor
  • Nice and inexpensive processor, cache size is enough for everything I do.
  • With my 4GB of RAM, the chip works without lags, I recommend it.
  • It is a reliable processor. It has good quality and good cache size.
  • The cache size is small and this can be noticeable when running multiple programs.
  • The processor has no L3 cache. It can be seen that this is not a new chip.
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU Processor
  • It has huge L2 cache and great compatibility.
  • With 8M of L2 cache, it has more than enough external cache to keep your system running smooth and reliably.
  • The 8MB of cache and ability to easily overclock to 3.2GHZ on air really makes this processor a steal.
  • Very good processor for the money, quick, 4 core, 8MB cache.
  • Everything is going smoothly, the system is fast. Great amount of cache.
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
No
No
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
No
No
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
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