Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) vs. Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650

CPU Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) and Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650. 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.

CPUs Specifications Comparison

Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) vs. Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Product Type Processor Processor
PROCESSOR Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Type Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Compatible Processor Socket LGA1150 Socket LGA775 Socket
Manufacturing Process 22 nm 45 nm
Thermal Design Power 95 W 130 W
Thermal Specification 72.72 °C 64.5 °C
PCI Express Revision 3.0 -
PCI Express Configurations 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 -
PCI Express Lanes Qty 16 -
Architecture Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel My WiFi Technology, Intel Anti-Theft Technology, Intel AES New Instructions (AES-NI), Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel Advanced Vector Extensions 2 (AVX2.0) 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
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Number of Threads 4 threads -
Clock Speed (Frequency) 3.2 GHz 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Bus Speed 1600 MHz 1333 MHz
64-bit Computing - Yes
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
Cache Memory Details Smart Cache - 6 MB L2 - 12 MB
Installed Size 6 MB 12 MB
Type - Advanced Smart Cache
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Type Intel HD Graphics 4600 -
Base Frequency 350 MHz -
Max Dynamic Frequency 1.1 GHz -
Max Supported Memory Size 2 GB -
Max Supported Resolution 4096x2304@24Hz (HDMI), 3840x2160@60Hz (DP), 3840x2160@60Hz (eDP), 1920x1200@60Hz (VGA) -
Features Intel Clear Video HD Technology, InTRU 3D Technology, Intel Quick Sync Video, Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), Intel Insider, Triple Display Capable -
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Compatible Slots - 1 x processor
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 90 days
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