Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 vs. Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)

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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.

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Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 vs. Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Product Type Processor Processor (mobile)
PROCESSOR Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Type Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 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 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
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
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
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
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)
Type - Intel HD Graphics 3000
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)
Compatible Slots 1 x processor 1 x processor
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 90 days -
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