Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 vs Intel Core2 Duo E6400

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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 Core2 Duo E6400 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 E6400, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
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Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 Name Intel Core2 Duo E6400
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core 2 Extreme X6000 Group Intel Core 2 Duo E4000/E6000
Intel Core2 Extreme Family Intel Core2 Duo
 
 

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 Core2 Duo E6400 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Duo E6400 is 2.13 GHz
2.93 GHz Frequency 2.13 GHz
2x Cores 2x
No Hyperthreading No
Yes Overclocking Yes
2 CPU Cores 2
2 Threads 2
normal Core architecture normal
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core2 Duo E6400 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

No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No AES-NI No
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DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066 Memory type DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 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 65 W watts.
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75 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 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 Core2 Duo E6400 is manufactured using a 65 nm process.
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Q3/2006 Release date Q3/2006
LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
VT-x Virtualization VT-x
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
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Conroe (Core) Architecture Conroe (Core)
SSE3, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2
65 nm Technology 65 nm
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
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4.0 MB L2-Cache 2.0 MB
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