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.
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 Name Intel Core2 Duo E6400
Intel Core 2 Extreme X6000 Group Intel Core 2 Duo E4000/E6000
1 Generation 1
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
Yes Overclocking Yes
No Hyperthreading No
2 CPU Cores 2
2 Threads 2
normal Core architecture normal
2x Cores 2x
2.93 GHz Frequency 2.13 GHz
 
 

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

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

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.
75 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
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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.
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
4.0 MB L2-Cache 2.0 MB
SSE3, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
Q3/2006 Release date Q3/2006
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Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
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LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
Conroe (Core) Architecture Conroe (Core)
VT-x Virtualization VT-x
65 nm Technology 65 nm
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)