Intel Core2 Duo E6600 vs Intel Core2 Duo E6300

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Intel Core2 Duo E6600 or Intel Core2 Duo E6600 – 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 E6600 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2006 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core2 Duo series.
To use the Intel Core2 Duo E6600, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Core2 Duo E6300 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
To use the Intel Core2 Duo E6300, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Intel Core2 Duo Family Intel Core2 Duo
Intel Core 2 Duo E4000/E6000 Group Intel Core 2 Duo E4000/E6000
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
1 Generation 1
Intel Core2 Duo E6600 Name Intel Core2 Duo E6300
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core2 Duo E6600 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E6600 is 2.4 GHz
The Intel Core2 Duo E6300 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E6300 is 1.86 GHz
2 Threads 2
Yes Overclocking Yes
No Hyperthreading No
2 CPU Cores 2
2.4 GHz Frequency 1.86 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
2x Cores 2x
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core2 Duo E6600 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core2 Duo E6300 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

pci PCIe pci
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2 Memory channels 2
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
No AES-NI No
No ECC No
DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066 Memory type DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066
 
 

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.
65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
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Technical details

The Intel Core2 Duo E6600 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 E6300 is manufactured using a 65 nm process.
VT-x Virtualization VT-x
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
Q3/2006 Release date Q3/2006
65 nm Technology 65 nm
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4.0 MB L2-Cache 2.0 MB
Conroe (Core) Architecture Conroe (Core)
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
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