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Intel 6600

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

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AMD Fusion A8 3850, 2.9 GHz (AD3850WNGXBOX) Processor

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
CPU-FM1-A8-3850R Brilliant HD entertainment beckons. With quad-core speed and discrete-class graphics, VISION A8 Technology with the AMD Quad-Core A8 Series Accelerated Processor lets you... More
CPU-FM1-A8-3850R Brilliant HD entertainment beckons. With quad-core speed and discrete-class graphics, VISION A8 Technology with the AMD Quad-Core A8 Series Accelerated Processor lets you experience the next dimension of entertainment. Shoot, edit and share your own HD movies effortlessly. Watch Blu-ray 3D movies. Video chat, surf the Web and listen to music at the same time. Or flee into the insanely lifelike arena of HD 3D games. Less
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Key Features   
Architecture 65 nanometers 32 nanometers
Clock Speed 2.4 GHz 2.9 GHz
Package Type Intel Boxed -
Socket Type   Socket LGA775 Socket F
Product Type Processor Processor
Bus Speed 1066 MHz 600 MHz
Processor Type - AMD A8 Quad-Core
Processor   
Processor Number 6600 -
Processor Type   - AMD A8 Quad-Core
Processor Instruction Set Intel MMX • SSE • SSE2 • SSE3 • SSE4 -
Clock Speed   2.4 GHz 2.9 GHz
Manufacturer Intel AMD
Product Type   Processor Processor
Memory   
L2 Cache Size 8 MB 4 MB
L1 Cache Size   128 KB -
Other Features   
Included Devices Cooling Fan • Heat Sink -
Package Qty. 1 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 64-bit Instruction Set Support • Built-in Memory Controller • Quad Core
Brand Intel AMD
Warranty   
Warranty 3 Years -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 00735858191562 730143300704
Recommended Use Gaming • Multimedia applications -
Product ID 38880473 109445662
Product MPN   
MPN BX80562Q6600 AD3850WNGXBOX
 
Consumer Reviews
Intel 6600
Intel Core™2 Quad Q6600, 2.40 GHz (BX80562Q6600) Boxed...
From $112.02
AMD AMD A8 Quad-Core
AMD Fusion A8 3850, 2.9 GHz (AD3850WNGXBOX) Processor
From $109.99

Product Review Summary

4.7
Based on 7 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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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

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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Product Review Summary

3.5
Based on 2 user reviews
50% recommend this product
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1 star
Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
  • None Yet

Consumer Reviews

rgathright
550

AMD put a Radeon HD 6550D video card in their Fusion A8-3850 Quad Core CPU!

byrgathright Aug 14, 2011
31 Helpfuls 32 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Radeon HD 6550D coupled with AMD Quad Core in a single FM1 chip, 32nm die
Cons Poor stock heatsink, removed L3 cache which penalizes processors in certain applications
Recommended it? No

With little media fanfare during the month of June 2011, AMD and ATI released the AMD A8 3850 APU and dealt Intel a huge blow to their reputation as a leader in PC innovation.  The AMD Fusion series of processors feature an accelerated processing unit or APU that is a first for any major chip... Read full review »

2

A fairly priced APU with fair graphics abilities.

bydkmdkm2012 Nov 14, 2011
3 Helpfuls 4 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Cheap<br>Integrated Graphics<br>2.9 GHz clock
Cons Not as fast as the more expensive ones
Recommended it? Yes

I was anticipating the release of Skyrim, and as a newly converted PC gamer, I decided that this was going to be the best decision for me. The A8-3850 APU combined a moderate clock speed with integrated graphics in order to power a very affordable, yet still capable processor. The A8-3850 is not as... Read full review »

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