Product Comparison: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 vs Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600


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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 CPU Processor
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU Processor
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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core 2 Quad Q9550
Core 2 Quad Q6600
Origin
Malaysia
China
About the Product
Four computing cores in a single processor give multitasking users the ultimate edge in efficiency and performance - no matter what software application they are running. Quad-core processor featuring Intel's revolutionary new 45nm architecture.
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
3.9 in.
4.4 in.
Depth
2.3 in.
2.8 in.
Weight
0.8 lbs.
Details
Socket
LGA775
LGA775
Lithography
45 nm
65 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Yorkfield
Kentsfield
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 CPU Processor
  • Obscenely fast, socket 775 is very easy to install.
  • The 775 Socket so I don't have to upgrade everything!
  • Powerful, inexpensive solution for socket 775 systems.
  • This processor is a perfect balance between price and performance especially for people who already own a LGA775 socket rig!
  • Top performance on a socket 775.
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
4
4
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
2.83 GHz
2.4 GHz
Max TDP
95 W
105 W
Max Temperature
71.4 °C
71 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 CPU Processor
  • This thing is fast! I could really feel the upgrade from an old Pentium 4.
  • Fast. Easy Install. Overclocked like a champ.
  • Extremely fast. Easy to overclock.
  • Fast and able to multitask like crazy.
  • Super fast and easy to overclock.
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
256 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
12000 kB
8000 kB
Max Memory Size
8 GB
16 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
12.8 GB/s
25.6 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 CPU Processor
  • Great brand name. 12 MB L2 cache!
  • L2 Cache gives me a very noticeable frame advantage.
  • 12MB cache. Worth the extra money for the extra cache.
  • 4 cores and 12 MB L3 Cache, perfect performance!
  • Fast quad-core performance. 12MB L2 cache. Very good price/performance.
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
Link
Link

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