Side by side comparison and review of Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 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.
| GENERAL | Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Product Type | Processor | Processor (mobile) |
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| PROCESSOR | Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Type | Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| ARCHITECTURE |
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| Processor Qty | 1 | 1 |
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| Packaging Type | - | 988-pin Micro FCPGA |
| Compatible Processor Socket | LGA775 Socket | - |
| Manufacturing Process | 45 nm | 32 nm |
| Thermal Design Power | 130 W | 55 W |
| Thermal Specification | 64.5 °C | 100 °C |
| Architecture Features | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, streaming SIMD extensions 2, streaming SIMD extensions 3, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Advanced Digital Media Boost, Intel Advanced Smart Cache, Intel Intelligent Power Capability, Intel Smart Memory Access, Intel Wide Dynamic Execution, supplemental streaming SIMD extensions 3, streaming SIMD extensions 4, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Thermal Monitor 2 | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
| PERFORMANCE |
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| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Quad-Core |
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| Number of Threads | - | 8 threads |
| Clock Speed (Frequency) | 3 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Max Turbo Speed | - | 3.5 GHz |
| Bus Speed | 1333 MHz | - |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| CACHE MEMORY |
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| Cache | 12 MB | 8 MB |
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| Cache Memory Details | L2 - 12 MB | Smart Cache - 8 MB |
| Installed Size | 12 MB | 8 MB |
| Type | Advanced Smart Cache | - |
| INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) | Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Type | - | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
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| Base Frequency | - | 650 MHz |
| Max Dynamic Frequency | - | 1.3 GHz |
| EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY | Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Compatible Slots | 1 x processor | 1 x processor |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 90 days | - |
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