Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 vs Intel Core i7-950

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Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 or Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 – 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 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.
The Intel Core i7-950 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2009 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-950, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1366 socket.
2 Generation 1
Intel Core2 Extreme Family Intel Core i7
Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9000 Group Intel Core i7 900
Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 Name Intel Core i7-950
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

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
The Intel Core i7-950 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-950 is 3.06 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.33 GHz.
None None 3.33 GHz
3.0 GHz Frequency 3.06 GHz
4 CPU Cores 4
4x Cores 4x
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Overclocking No
No Hyperthreading Yes
4 Threads 8
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core i7-950 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

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 24.0 GB distributed across 3 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
2 Memory channels 3
16.0 GB Max. Memory 24.0 GB
DDR3-1066, DDR2-800 Memory type DDR3-1066
No AES-NI No
-- Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
 
 

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.
130 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 130 W
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Technical details

The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 is manufactured using a 45 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 i7-950 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
Q4/2007 Release date Q2/2009
Yorkfield (Penryn) Architecture Bloomfield
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
VT-x, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
0 bytes L3-Cache 8.0 MB
SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2
45 nm Technology 45 nm
LGA 775 Socket LGA 1366
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number BX80601950
-- Release price 305 $
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
12.0 MB L2-Cache 1.0 MB