Intel Core2 Duo E8500 vs Intel Core2 Duo E8600

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Intel Core2 Duo E8500 or Intel Core2 Duo E8500 – 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 E8500 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 E8500, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Core2 Duo E8600 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2008 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Duo series.
To use the Intel Core2 Duo E8600, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Intel Core2 Duo Family Intel Core2 Duo
Intel Core 2 Duo E7000/E8000 Group Intel Core 2 Duo E7000/E8000
Intel Core2 Duo E8500 Name Intel Core2 Duo E8600
2 Generation 2
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core2 Duo E8500 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E8500 is 3.16 GHz
The Intel Core2 Duo E8600 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E8600 is 3.33 GHz
Yes Overclocking Yes
normal Core architecture normal
No Hyperthreading No
2 CPU Cores 2
3.16 GHz Frequency 3.33 GHz
2x Cores 2x
2 Threads 2
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core2 Duo E8500 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core2 Duo E8600 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
DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066 Memory type DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
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No AES-NI No
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
 
 

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 E8500 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 Core2 Duo E8600 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
Wolfdale (Penryn) Architecture Wolfdale (Penryn)
Q1/2008 Release date Q3/2008
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
45 nm Technology 45 nm
VT-x Virtualization VT-x
SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE 4.1 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE 4.1
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Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
6.0 MB L2-Cache 6.0 MB
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)