Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 vs Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 or Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 – 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 Q8300 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2008 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Quad series.
To use the Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2009 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Quad series.
To use the Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8000/Q9000 Group Intel Core 2 Quad Q8000/Q9000
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 Name Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400
2 Generation 2
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core2 Quad Family Intel Core2 Quad
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 is 2.5 GHz
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 is 2.66 GHz
No Hyperthreading No
4 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
No Overclocking No
2.5 GHz Frequency 2.66 GHz
4 Threads 4
4x Cores 4x
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 does not have integrated graphics.
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0 bytes Max. GPU Memory 0 bytes
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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

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

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 95 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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95 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 95 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 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 2 Quad Q8400 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
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SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Yorkfield (Penryn) Architecture Yorkfield (Penryn)
4.0 MB L2-Cache 4.0 MB
VT-x, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-d
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
Q3/2008 Release date Q2/2009
45 nm Technology 45 nm