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Intel Core 2 Quad Pro Q6600 95W Energy Efficient 2.4GHz SLACR G0 Stepping (3yr Manufacturer's Warranty)

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  • Manufacturer: Intel
  • Manf Code: BX80562Q6600SLACR
  • Quick Code: S015234
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£174.19 inc VAT

£148.25 exc VAT


Description

New power, new speed. Quad-core from Intel.

Leaders of the pack seeking monster performance, look no further. With four execution cores, the Intel® Core™2 Quad processor blows through processor-intensive tasks in demanding multitasking environments and makes the most of highly threaded applications. Whether you're creating multimedia, annihilating your gaming enemies, or running compute-intensive applications at one time, new quad-core processing will change the way you do everything. Pioneer the new world of quad-core and unleash the power of multithreading.

Specifications Customer Reviews Expert Reviews
Energy management
Thermal power (W) 95
Environmental conditions
Maximum operating temperature (°C) 71
Processor
Processor socket LGA775 (Socket T)
Box Y
L2 cache (MB) 8
Processor process (nm) 65
Processor clock speed (MHz) 2403
Processor family Intel Core 2 Quad
Multi core type Quad
Technical details
Processor core voltage (AC) (V) 0.85 – 1.5
Processor front side bus (MHz) 1066

Excellent Processor

I have just bought one of these and it is absolutely amazing. Running Ableton 6 (music studio software) on my old Intel 2.0Ghz processor I could run a composition with 4 channels of midi with effects and then hit 100% CPU. The same composition on the new processor uses 4% CPU -it barely ticks over! The processor also runs at around 32 degrees C with the out-of-the-box heat sink. Great processor, great value for money.

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Excellent CPU

I built a new system from MD around this chip and have to say that it all worked like a charm. I am running the chip @3Ghz with no problems and very reasonable temps (air cooled with Artic Freezer 7). When compared to the price of the QX6800 for example, this is excellent value for money.

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Intel CPU Core 2 Quad Pro Q6600

Got this cpu to replace my e6700 all i can say is it flies very nice chip 4 cores running at a nice 3ghz temps are 45 idle 58 load fast delivery from microdirect :) excellent

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Buy today!

I'm so glad I decided to get the g0 step version. Its so fast anyhow, but I was very surprised with temps :o With a Zalman 9700, my CPU is 31 degrees C idle, and 37 degrees C when working in my Antec 900 case. Haven't tried to overclock yet. I can't wait to run 3D software!

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Outstanding Kit!

I built a machine with 2x Geil PC6400 2x1gb chips, a Q6600 and an Asus P5N32E-SLI motherboard. Outstanding machine.

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Very nice

Got this running XP\Vista and Fedora 7 with 4GB of DDR2 6400 -runs very well even when using loads of applications. Cool chip

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WOW

Wow couldnt belIeve the performance difference when comparing to my old 1.8ghz celeron. Can now run all my Video Editing with no slow down and Graphic applications at really high settings. excellent performace A MUST BUY!!!

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SUPERB

If you are thinking about buying this CPU, go ahead and do it. I upgraded from an AMD 3400+ and all I can say is it was the best purchase I have made this year hands down. At an excellent value for money this CPU is a great buy. Highly recommended!

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Fantastic

If there is one processer you would like it's got to be this one. I thought Carl Lewis was quick, I thought again. Excellent value for money, excellent processor.

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Intel Q6600 Quad Core G0 Stepping

Bought this chip to replace Intel duel core 6850.Overclocked it to 3Ghz using FSB of 333Hz using standard Intel cooler and standard voltage.This chip is fast and represents great value.I'm running Vista at the moment and the extra cores seem to make a difference to Vistas performance.

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Wow.

amazing cpu, upgraded from a 1.3ghz athlon so i'm bound to be impressed but this cpu completely eliminates having to wait for your computer to do something, it's near instantaneous. INCREDIBLY easy to overclock just by increasing FSB speed to 333 in my case which upped it to 3ghz. not bad at all for a four core 2.4ghz £160 CPU if you've been thinking about getting one, do it. you will not be disappointed.

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Excellent processor!

I bought this as an upgrade to the D945 and noticed the difference straight away. If you're going to o/c it though, buy the ASUS Silent Knight II to go with it - only £30 and for that it runs both cooler and quieter.

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Great Value

Straight into the BIOS, up the FSB to 1333 - 3.06GHz, all on default voltages. Easiest thing in the world. At less than £100 you can't go wrong

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Awesome! haha

Got this a while back, forgot to write a review... It's so amazing though - 4 cores running @ 2.4 is a big step from my old P4 @ 3.2. Instantaneous application loading - you click, it opens :-) If you haven't got one, GET ONE!!!

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alaTest collected and analyzed 666 reviews of Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 from international magazines and websites and compared these to 42095 reviews for other Processors & Motherboards.

Rating
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6700: Intel - Core 2 Duo E6700
Reviewed By
Summaryimpressive new desktop processor family
Pros
Cons
VerdictGamers will love the new Core 2 Duo processor but we feel that it also has a place in the 'normal' home, as it is the ideal basis for a fast, quiet and cool PC. By contrast Athlon 64 suddenly looks a bit limp, so we expect that AMD will announce hefty ...
Rating90
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6700
Reviewed By
SummaryIntel's Core 2 Duo E6700 offers the best price-to-performance ratio we've seen in a desktop chip. For half the cost of AMD's top-of-the-line chip, you get identical if not superior performance and better power efficiency. AMD surprised us last year ...
ProsMost cost-efficient chip on the market, Low power consumption makes it cooler, quieter and easy to use in smaller PC designs
ConsChipset politics between Intel and graphics card vendors hurt gamers, who now have to pick an Intel board for ATI's CrossFire or an Nvidia board for SLI cards
Verdict
Rating80
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6600
Reviewed By
SummaryA fine chip to be sure, and the Core 2's last gasp before the Intel performance-to-pennies juggling act really starts to fall apart. With the E6420 turning up for just over £100, the extra £30 on the asking price for this becomes hard to justify
ProsGood value
ConsLimited overclocking potential
VerdictA good middle of the road option for a decent price
Rating60
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6700
Reviewed By
SummaryNearly £150 for an extra 200MHz. If you're of the opinion that that sounds like a pretty rum deal, then join the club. Unlike its Extreme Edition sibling, the E6700 can't even claim to offer the dubious benefit of an unlocked CPU multiplier
ProsVersatile functionality, Affordable, Excellent integer and SSE performance
ConsPicture flaws under motion, Poor value for money
VerdictA decent option but one that is marked down by the excellence of Intel's other alternatives
Rating90
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6700
Reviewed ByRich Brown
SummaryAMD, you've had a good run. Intel announced its line of Core 2 Duo desktop CPUs today. If you're buying a new computer or building one of your own, you would be wise to see that it has one of Intel's new dual-core chips in it. The Core 2...
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Cons
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TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6600 review
Reviewed ByMatthew Elliott
SummaryIntel's Core 2 Duo line marks the end of AMD's run of dominance through the dual-core desktop-processor landscape. Not only are Intel's new chips fast, efficient, and well designed, but they're also aggressively priced and sure to send ripples though ...
Pros
Cons
VerdictWe expect to see similar performance from the three chips we've yet to test and review. We'd be surprised to see much of a gap in performance between the E6700 and the E6600, since the only difference between the two is clock speed. There might be a ...
Rating95
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4GHz Processor Review
Reviewed By
SummaryAll things considered equalled, enthusiasts like you are no doubt most attracted to the Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 because it offers the best mix of cache size and clock speed.
Pros
Cons
VerdictEnthusiasts will love the E6600, it overclock like a dream. From its stock speed of 2.4 GHz PCSTATS was able to push this chip to 3.4 GHz with stock cooling and a set of CAS4 Corsair DDR2-800 sticks. Break out your higher end thermal solutions or ...
Rating80
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6600
Reviewed By
SummaryCore 2's 'last-gasp' effort before we all move on
ProsGood value
ConsLimited overclocking potential
VerdictThat said, in terms of the numbers the 6600 pluckily stands its ground, going almost nose-to-nose with its four-core sibling, the QX6800, on pretty much everything except our multi-threading knobbler test. And that's at £150, not £350 - worth thinking ...
Rating60
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6700
Reviewed By
SummaryThe E6700 comes with Intel's excellent dual-core feature set
ProsExcellent integer and SSE performance
ConsPoor value for money
VerdictWe reckon you'll get more performance for less by buying an E6600 with high quality cooling and a good motherboard
Rating90
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6700 Review
Reviewed ByRich Brown
SummaryFast, cost-effective and efficient desktop processor
ProsMost cost-efficient chip on the market ; low power consumption makes it cooler, quieter and easy to use in smaller PC designs
ConsChipset politics between Intel and graphics card vendors hurt gamers, who now have to pick an Intel board for ATI's CrossFire or an Nvidia board for SLI cards
VerdictIntel's Core 2 Duo E6700 offers the best price-to-performance ratio we've seen in a desktop chip. For half the cost of AMD's top-of-the-line chip, you get identical if not superior performance and better power efficiency. AMD surprised us last year ...
Rating82
TitleIntel Core 2 Duo E6700
Reviewed ByKailas Shastry
SummaryThe E6700 offers great performance, but the stiff price tag is a let down
Pros
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VerdictThe E6700 is priced at Rs. 27,500-a sum of money which can comfortably buy a complete PC. So, this CPU is clearly targeted at professionals working with media editing applications, or performance seeking enthusiasts with deep pockets. In contrast, the ...