Intel Core2 Duo E8700 vs Intel Core2 Duo E8500

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Intel Core2 Duo E8700 or Intel Core2 Duo E8700 – 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 E8700 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2009 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core2 Duo series.
To use the Intel Core2 Duo E8700, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
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.
Intel Core2 Duo Family Intel Core2 Duo
Intel Core2 Duo E8700 Name Intel Core2 Duo E8500
Intel Core 2 Duo E7000/E8000 Group Intel Core 2 Duo E7000/E8000
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
2 Generation 2
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core2 Duo E8700 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E8700 is 3.5 GHz
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
No Hyperthreading No
Yes Overclocking Yes
3.5 GHz Frequency 3.16 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
2 CPU Cores 2
2x Cores 2x
2 Threads 2
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core2 Duo E8700 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core2 Duo E8500 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 AES-NI No
pci PCIe pci
DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066 Memory type DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
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No ECC No
 
 

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 E8700 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 E8500 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
45 nm Technology 45 nm
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VT-x Virtualization VT-x
6.0 MB L2-Cache 6.0 MB
Q1/2009 Release date Q1/2008
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE 4.1 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE 4.1
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Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Wolfdale (Penryn) Architecture Wolfdale (Penryn)