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

Intel Core i7, 3.4GHz Processor

7 reviews

From $112.02 | 5 stores

2 reviews

From $296.88 | 10 stores

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

This processor features Hyper-Threading technology for enhanced performance and Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 for improved multitasking. The unlocked design allows for easy system tuning for... More

This processor features Hyper-Threading technology for enhanced performance and Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 for improved multitasking. The unlocked design allows for easy system tuning for flexibility. Less

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Key Features

Architecture

65 nanometers

Clock Speed

2.4 GHz

3.4 GHz

Package Type

Intel Boxed

Socket Type

Socket LGA775

Socket LGA1155

Product Type

Processor

Bus Speed

1066 MHz

Processor Type

Core i7

Processor

Processor Number

6600

Processor Type

Core i7

Processor Instruction Set

Intel MMX • SSE • SSE2 • SSE3 • SSE4

Clock Speed

2.4 GHz

3.4 GHz

Manufacturer

Intel

Product Type

Processor

Memory

L2 Cache Size

8 MB

256 KB

L1 Cache Size

128 KB

Other Features

Included Devices

Cooling Fan • Heat Sink

Package Qty.

Platform

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

Quad Core

Brand

Intel

Warranty

3 Years

Miscellaneous

UPC

00735858191562

735858217361

Recommended Use

Gaming • Multimedia applications

Product ID

38880473

106600821

Product MPN

MPN

BX80562Q6600

Consumer Reviews

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

From $112.02

Intel Core i7, 3.4GHz Processor

From $296.88

Product Review Summary

4.7

Based on 7 user reviews

100% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

Pros

Good Value (1)
Fast (1)
Powerful (1)
Reliable Performance (1)
Great Design (1)

Cons

none (1)

Good For

Perfect for everything (1)

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Consumer Reviews

550

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

byrgathright Sep 4, 2009

28 Helpfuls 29 Helpfuls

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 »

595

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

bynad_masters Apr 23, 2008

19 Helpfuls 20 Helpfuls

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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Product Review Summary

5.0

Based on 2 user reviews

100% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

Pros

Powerful (1)
Reliable Performance (1)
Energy Efficient (1)
Fast (1)
Good Value (1)
Great Design (1)
Great Gameplay (1)
Amazingly overclockable 45nm (1)
Feature Rich (1)
Easy to Use (1)

Cons

none (1)

Good For

Home (1)
Perfect for everything (1)
Upgrade (1)
Everyday Use (1)

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Consumer Reviews

An Extremely High-performance And Energy-Efficient Eight Thread Quad Core CPU

bypeterdmar Dec 24, 2011

12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls

Pros Extremely powerful and energy-efficient processor

Cons A little pricey

Recommended it? Yes

This is my review of the socket 1155, second-generation retail Intel Core i7 2600K processor clocked at 3.4 GHz with up to 400 MHz turbo boost. The retail CPU kit comes with an Intel solution heatsink and fan which I did not use. The 14 mm thick copper bottom heatsink appears very skimpy for... Read full review »

Infreakincredible

bygraydiggy Feb 13, 2011

Helpful? 1 Helpfuls

Pros Fast, Good Value, Powerful

Cons none

Recommended it? Yes

An amazing processor. Built for those that want to go to the extreme and further at a great price. The price to perfomance ratio is outstanding, something I would expect from AMD. Intel has done an incredible job in developing and manufacturing this tiny beast of a processor. Overclocks like a... Read full review »

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