Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 vs Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450

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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 Q9450 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 Q9450, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 Name Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8000/Q9000 Group Intel Core 2 Quad Q8000/Q9000
2 Generation 2
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 Q9450 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 is 2.66 GHz
No Hyperthreading No
4 CPU Cores 4
2.5 GHz Frequency 2.66 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
No Overclocking No
4x Cores 4x
4 Threads 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 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

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

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 Q9450 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
4.0 MB L2-Cache 12.0 MB
Q3/2008 Release date Q1/2008
Yorkfield (Penryn) Architecture Yorkfield (Penryn)
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
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SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2
VT-x, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-d
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45 nm Technology 45 nm