Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 was released in 2007 as part of the Kentsfield generation. This processor features four cores and operates at a clock speed of 2400 MHz. It’s built using a 65nm process and has a power draw of 105W.
Atlas performance index55 estimate
Ranks #59 of 70 hand-rated CPUs. Fastest CPU we rate: 960.
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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Family | Kentsfield |
| Released | 2007 |
| Cores / threads | 4 / 4 |
| Base clock | 2400 MHz |
| Boost clock | – |
| Power (TDP) | 105 W |
| Process | 65 nm |
| Launch price | – |
| Atlas performance index | 55 estimate |
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