Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s vs Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s or Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s – 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 Q9400s features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2009 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Quad series.
To use the Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
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.
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s Name Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core2 Quad Family Intel Core2 Quad
2 Generation 1
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8000/Q9000 Group Intel Core 2 Quad Q6000
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s is 2.66 GHz
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
No Hyperthreading No
2.66 GHz Frequency 2.4 GHz
No Overclocking No
4 CPU Cores 4
4x Cores 4x
normal Core architecture normal
4 Threads 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 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 ECC No
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
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pci PCIe pci
No AES-NI No
DDR3-1066, DDR2-800 Memory type DDR3-1066, DDR2-800
 
 

Thermal Management

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

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400s 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 Q6600 is manufactured using a 65 nm process.
Yorkfield (Penryn) Architecture Kentsfield (Core)
6.0 MB L2-Cache 8.0 MB
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Q1/2009 Release date Q1/2007
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
45 nm Technology 65 nm
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
VT-x, VT-d Virtualization VT-x
SSE3, SSE4.1, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
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