Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 vs. Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)

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Side by side comparison and review of Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 and Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen). Compare overall performance, core and thread counts, cache memory, speed, power efficiency, dimensions, socket compatibility and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect CPU. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the processor that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 vs. Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Product Type Processor Processor (mobile)
PROCESSOR Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Type Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Packaging Type - 988-pin Micro FCPGA
Compatible Processor Socket LGA775 Socket -
Manufacturing Process 45 nm 32 nm
Thermal Design Power 65 W 55 W
Thermal Specification - 100 °C
Architecture Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Thermal Monitor 2 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Number of Threads - 8 threads
Clock Speed (Frequency) 2.83 GHz 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.5 GHz
Bus Speed 1333 MHz -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
Cache Memory Details L2 - 6 MB Smart Cache - 8 MB
Installed Size 6 MB 8 MB
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Type - Intel HD Graphics 3000
Base Frequency - 650 MHz
Max Dynamic Frequency - 1.3 GHz
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Compatible Slots 1 x processor - LGA775 Socket 1 x processor
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years -
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