Compare Intel Core™2 Quad Q6600, 2.40 GHz (BX80562Q6600) Boxed Processor to AMD Opteron 6172, 2.1 GHz (OS6172WKTCEGOWOF)

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Intel 6600

Intel Core™2 Quad Q6600, 2.40 GHz (BX80562Q6600) Boxed Processor

AMD Opteron

AMD Opteron 6172, 2.1 GHz (OS6172WKTCEGOWOF)

From $112.02  |  5 stores
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Product Description
Based on the Intel Core microarchitecture, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor delivers four complete execution cores within a single processor, delivering unprecedented performance and... More
Based on the Intel Core microarchitecture, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor delivers four complete execution cores within a single processor, delivering unprecedented performance and responsiveness in multi-threaded and multi-tasking business and home use environments. Less
Specifications. Mfr Part Number: OS6172WKTCEGO. Process Type: Twelve-Core AMD Opteron Processor Model 6172. Frequency: 2.1 GHz. FSB: 6400 MHz. Integrated Memory Controller Speed: 1800 MHz. L2... More
Specifications. Mfr Part Number: OS6172WKTCEGO. Process Type: Twelve-Core AMD Opteron Processor Model 6172. Frequency: 2.1 GHz. FSB: 6400 MHz. Integrated Memory Controller Speed: 1800 MHz. L2 Cache: 12x 512 KB. L3 Cache: 12 MB. Process: 45nm SOI. Socket: Socket G34(1944pins). Power Consumption: 80 W. Less
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Key Features   
Architecture 65 nanometers -
Clock Speed 2.4 GHz 2.1 GHz
Package Type Intel Boxed -
Socket Type   Socket LGA775 Socket G34
Product Type Processor -
Bus Speed 1066 MHz 3200 MHz
Processor Type - Opteron
Processor   
Processor Number 6600 -
Processor Type   - Opteron
Processor Instruction Set Intel MMX • SSE • SSE2 • SSE3 • SSE4 -
Clock Speed   2.4 GHz 2.1 GHz
Manufacturer Intel AMD
Product Type   Processor -
Memory   
L2 Cache Size 8 MB 512 KB
L1 Cache Size   128 KB -
Other Features   
Included Devices Cooling Fan • Heat Sink -
Package Qty. 1 -
Platform   PC -
Processor Features Enhanced Intel Speedstep technology • Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) • Execute Disable Bit • Virtualization Technology • Intel Thermal Monitor 2 • Enhanced Halt State (C1E) • Quad Core -
Brand Intel AMD
Warranty   
Warranty 3 Years -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 00735858191562 730143262415
Recommended Use Gaming • Multimedia applications -
Product ID 38880473 97452768
Product MPN   
MPN BX80562Q6600 OS6172WKTCEGOWOF
 
Consumer Reviews
Intel 6600
Intel Core™2 Quad Q6600, 2.40 GHz (BX80562Q6600) Boxed...
From $112.02
AMD Opteron
AMD Opteron 6172, 2.1 GHz (OS6172WKTCEGOWOF)
From $590.00

Product Review Summary

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Consumer Reviews

rgathright
550

The Q6600 is a good introductory quad core processor for the Socket 775.

byrgathright Sep 4, 2009
28 Helpfuls 29 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Quad cores, 8Mb total L2 on-chip cache
Cons 65nm always produces more heat than a 45nm quad core
Recommended it? Yes

In the world of IT, we do not get out very often so our biggest thrills surround the arrival of new hardware.  Recently, a new desktop computer from Dell arrived and inside it was the Intel Core 2 Quad, 2.4Ghz processor.  The need to benchmark the daylights out of this processor was too much to... Read full review »

nad_masters
595

Fast x4, Overclocks Well if Lucky, but HOT HOT HOT

bynad_masters Apr 23, 2008
19 Helpfuls 20 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Can hit 3.5 GHz rock solid stable (YMMV), low FSB and high multiplier (easier OC)
Cons Bad heatsink mount design, high temperatures (even at stock settings)
Recommended it? Yes

It's no secret that Intel's current Core microarchitecture is superior than AMD's current K10. It is also no secret that Intel was ready to unveil a 45 μm refresh of the Core. The quad-core version would be codenamed Yorkfield. Not only will the die be smaller than today’s quad-core (codename... Read full review »

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Consumer Reviews

rgathright
550

AMD Opteron 6172 12 Core Magny-Cours 2.1Ghz processor was made for VMWare Cloud Computing applications!

byrgathright Jul 27, 2011
52 Helpfuls 53 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros 12 2.1Ghz cores, 12Mb Level 3 Cache, 6Mb Level 2 Cache
Cons poor single thread performance underscores intended multi-threaded use of the Opteron...
Recommended it? Yes

I recently had the rare opportunity to test a pair of high end, AMD Opteron 6172 Magny- Cours 12 core 2.1Ghz processors in a HP DL165 G7 server.  The AMD Opteron 6172 processor is meant for use in computer graphics workstations or with VMWare virtual servers in cloud computing... Read full review »

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