Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 vs Intel Core i7-2677M

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Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 or Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 – 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 Extreme X6800 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 Extreme series.
To use the Intel Core2 Extreme X6800, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Core i7-2677M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-2677M, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
Intel Core2 Extreme Family Intel Core i7
Intel Core 2 Extreme X6000 Group Intel Core i 2000M
1 Generation 2
Desktop / Server Segment Mobile
Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 Name Intel Core i7-2677M
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 is 2.93 GHz
The Intel Core i7-2677M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-2677M is 1.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.9 GHz.
None None 2.9 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
2 Threads 4
2x Cores 2x
No Hyperthreading Yes
2.93 GHz Frequency 1.8 GHz
Yes Overclocking No
2 CPU Cores 2
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core i7-2677M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-2677M uses the Intel HD Graphics 3000, which has 96 texture shaders
and 12 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
-- Generation 6
-- Release date Q1/2011
-- Max. displays --
-- Shaders 96
-- Technology 32 nm
-- Execution units 12
GPU name Intel HD Graphics 3000
-- GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
-- GPU (Turbo) 1.2 GHz
-- Direct X 10.1
0 bytes Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI hardware --
-- AI specifications --
 
 

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.
-- JPEG No
-- VP9 No
-- h264 Decode / Encode
-- h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
-- VP8 No
-- h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
-- AVC Decode / Encode
-- VC-1 Decode
-- AV1 No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 8.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
No AES-NI Yes
pci PCIe pci
DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066 Memory type DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333
2 Memory channels 2
-- Bandwidth 21.3 GB/s
No ECC No
16.0 GB Max. Memory 8.0 GB
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 75 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 17 W watts.
-- Tjunction max 100 °C
75 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 17 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 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 Core i7-2677M is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
VT-x Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
SSE3, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Q3/2006 Release date Q2/2011
-- Part Number --
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
65 nm Technology 32 nm
4.0 MB L2-Cache 0 bytes
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Conroe (Core) Architecture Sandy Bridge H
0 bytes L3-Cache 4.0 MB
LGA 775 Socket BGA 1023
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
-- Release price 280 $