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Reviews of the Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6700

  • 8.7

    CNET Review

    November 1, 2006

    The Good: Major leap in performance on multitasking and most multithreaded applications compared to high-end dual-core CPUs; lots of apparent headroom for overclocking an already fast chip.

    The Bad: High price tag makes quad-core processing an elite technology for now; Apple's twin dual-core Xeons in the Mac Pro make for a faster digital design configuration.

    The Bottom Line: If you thought dual cores were over the top, get ready. Intel presents the Core 2 Extreme QX6700, a single CPU with four distinct processing cores. At $999, the first quad-core CPU will remain an enthusiast part for a while, but as a glimpse of the future, it's clear that clock speed is out and core counts are in.

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  • 10

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | November 23, 2009

    Review Summary: Experts rate this product 85/100 and users 96/100. Comparing these reviews to 210835 other Printers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 100/100 = Excellent.

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  • 8.0

    techradar.com

    Review Summary: Perhaps, but there's no denying the multi-tasking abilities of this CPU. It's almost impossible to break. It also offers at least as much headroom as a Core 2 Duo chip. Shame about the silly price, then

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  • No Rating

    pcauthority.com.au

    By David Fearon | January 16, 2007

    Review Summary: There's good news when it comes to compatibility: the QX6700 comes in a standard LGA 775 package, the same physical form factor as Core 2 and latter Pentium 4s. If your motherboard is based on the Intel 945, 965 or 975X chipset, it should be a drop-in ...

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  • 8.5

    custompc.co.uk

    By James Gorbold | December 22, 2006

    Review Summary: Intel's new extreme CPU gains two more cores

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Manufacturer: Intel Corp.

Part number: BX80562QX6700

General

  • Product Type Processor

Processor

  • Type Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6700
  • Multi-Core processor technology Quad-Core
  • Processor statement This is an "unlocked" version of Intel's latest processor type, meant for high-performance seeking enthusiast users.
  • 64-bit processor Yes
  • Processor Qty 1
  • Processor Type Intel Core 2 Extreme
  • Processor number QX6700
  • Processor socket LGA775 Socket
  • Clock speed 2.66 GHz
  • Processor Manufacturing Process 65 nm
  • Level 1 cache size 32 KB
  • Processor / Thermal Specification 65 °C
  • Architecture Features Intel 64 Technology, Intel Smart Memory Access, Intel Advanced Smart Cache, Intel Wide Dynamic Execution, Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Advanced Digital Media Boost
  • Bus speed 1066 MHz
  • Architecture Features Quad core, Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology
  • Thermal Design Power 130 W

Cache Memory

  • Installed Size L2 cache - 8 MB ( 2 x 4MB (4MB per core pair) )

Expansion / Connectivity

  • Expansion Slots Total (Free) None
  • Compatible Slots 1 x Processor - LGA775 Socket

Miscellaneous

  • Included Accessories Cooler (fansink)
  • Package Type Intel Boxed

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Service & support type 3 years warranty
  • Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 3 years

Memory

  • Memory / Cache L2 cache 8 MB
  • Cache technology Advanced Smart Cache

Warranty

  • Service / Support Details Limited warranty 3 years

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