Intel Core2 Duo E6550 vs Intel Core2 Duo E8400

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Intel Core2 Duo E6550 or Intel Core2 Duo E6550 – 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 Core2 Duo E6550 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2007 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core2 Duo series.
To use the Intel Core2 Duo E6550, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Core2 Duo E8400 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2008 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Duo series.
To use the Intel Core2 Duo E8400, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core 2 Duo E4000/E6000 Group Intel Core 2 Duo E7000/E8000
Intel Core2 Duo Family Intel Core2 Duo
1 Generation 2
Intel Core2 Duo E6550 Name Intel Core2 Duo E8400
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core2 Duo E6550 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E6550 is 2.33 GHz
The Intel Core2 Duo E8400 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E8400 is 3.0 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Overclocking Yes
2 CPU Cores 2
2.33 GHz Frequency 3.0 GHz
2x Cores 2x
No Hyperthreading No
2 Threads 2
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core2 Duo E6550 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core2 Duo E8400 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

No ECC No
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
2 Memory channels 2
No AES-NI No
DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066 Memory type DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066
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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.
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65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core2 Duo E6550 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 Core2 Duo E8400 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
4.0 MB L2-Cache 6.0 MB
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
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Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
VT-x Virtualization VT-x
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
Q3/2007 Release date Q1/2008
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
Conroe (Core) Architecture Wolfdale (Penryn)
65 nm Technology 45 nm
SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE 4.1