Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 vs Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550s

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 or Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 – 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 Quad Q6600 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2007 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core2 Quad series.
To use the Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550s features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2008 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Quad series.
To use the Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550s, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Intel Core2 Quad Family Intel Core2 Quad
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Name Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550s
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6000 Group Intel Core 2 Quad Q8000/Q9000
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
1 Generation 2
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 is 2.4 GHz
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550s has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550s is 2.83 GHz
No Hyperthreading No
No Overclocking No
2.4 GHz Frequency 2.83 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
4 CPU Cores 4
4x Cores 4x
4 Threads 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550s 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

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

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 105 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.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
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105 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 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 Quad Q9550s is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
65 nm Technology 45 nm
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VT-x Virtualization VT-x, VT-d
8.0 MB L2-Cache 12.0 MB
Q1/2007 Release date Q1/2008
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
SSE3, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2
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Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Kentsfield (Core) Architecture Yorkfield (Penryn)