Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 vs Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650

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Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 or Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2007 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core2 Extreme series.
To use the Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2007 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Extreme series.
To use the Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 Name Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
1 Generation 2
Intel Core2 Extreme Family Intel Core2 Extreme
Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6000 Group Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9000
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 is 3.0 GHz
The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 is 3.0 GHz
4 Threads 4
3.0 GHz Frequency 3.0 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Overclocking Yes
4x Cores 4x
No Hyperthreading No
4 CPU Cores 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 does not have integrated graphics.
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Memory & PCIe

No ECC No
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
pci PCIe pci
DDR3-1066, DDR2-800 Memory type DDR3-1066, DDR2-800
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2 Memory channels 2
No AES-NI No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 130 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
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130 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 130 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 is manufactured using a 65 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
Q3/2007 Release date Q4/2007
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
65 nm Technology 45 nm
SSE3, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
8.0 MB L2-Cache 12.0 MB
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
Kentsfield (Core) Architecture Yorkfield (Penryn)
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
VT-x Virtualization VT-x, VT-d
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0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
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