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Intel Core 2 Quad Q7600
775DDR1/DDR2/DDR34C / 4T95WYorkfield45nmEnd-of-life
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Full Specifications
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Total Cores4
Total Threads4
Base Clock2.70 GHz
BCLK / Multiplier200 MHz / 13.5xx
CodenameYorkfield
MicroarchitectureYorkfield
Process Node45nm
FoundryIntel
Die Size82.0 mm²
Transistors0.46 billion
Production StatusEnd-of-life
Market SegmentDesktop
Launch DateAug 31, 2009
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MMXSSESSE2SSE3EISTIntel 64iAMT2
About This Product
The Intel Core 2 Quad Q7600 is an end-of-life desktop CPU with four cores and four threads, operating at 2.7 GHz. Based on the Yorkfield microarchitecture, it uses the LGA 775 socket. This CPU is suitable for basic computing tasks but struggles with modern applications and gaming due to its age and limited instruction set.
Pros
- Affordable for basic systems
- Low power consumption for its era
- Integrated graphics for display output
Cons
- Poor performance in modern applications
- Outdated architecture and socket
- Limited upgrade path
Verdict
“Only for reviving old LGA 775 systems for basic use, not for new builds.”
