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Intel Pentium 4

Intel Pentium® 4, 2.4 GHz (BX80532PG2400D) Retail Processor

Intel 6600

Intel Core™2 Quad Q6600, 2.40 GHz (BX80562Q6600) Boxed Processor

From $9.92  |  2 stores
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Product Description
Intel's 0.13 micron process technology enables the Intel Pentium 4 processor to further extend its leadership with a larger cache, a higher frequency, and lower power. The Intel Pentium... More
Intel's 0.13 micron process technology enables the Intel Pentium 4 processor to further extend its leadership with a larger cache, a higher frequency, and lower power. The Intel Pentium 4 processor with 512-KB L2 cache on 0.13 micron process is designed for high-performance desktops and entry-level workstations, and is binary-compatible with previous Intel Architecture processors. The Pentium 4 processor delivers great performance for applications running on operating systems such as Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98, and UNIX. In addition, systems based on Pentium 4 processors include the latest features to simplify system management and lower the total cost of ownership for large and small business environments. The Pentium 4 processor has been designed for the next decade of computing. The product clearly delivers better performance on basic everyday uses. However, the product is designed for much more interactive, highly integrative usage models such as... Less
Based on the Intel Core microarchitecture, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor delivers four complete execution cores within a single processor, delivering unprecedented performance and... More
Based on the Intel Core microarchitecture, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor delivers four complete execution cores within a single processor, delivering unprecedented performance and responsiveness in multi-threaded and multi-tasking business and home use environments. Less
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Key Features   
Architecture - 65 nanometers
Clock Speed 2.4 GHz 2.4 GHz
Package Type Retail Intel Boxed
Socket Type   Socket 478 Socket LGA775
Product Type Processor Processor
Bus Speed 800 MHz 1066 MHz
Processor Type Pentium 4 -
Processor   
Processor Number - 6600
Processor Type   Pentium 4 -
Processor Instruction Set Intel MMX • SSE • SSE2 Intel MMX • SSE • SSE2 • SSE3 • SSE4
Clock Speed   2.4 GHz 2.4 GHz
Manufacturer Intel Intel
Product Type   Processor Processor
Memory   
L2 Cache Size 512 KB 8 MB
L1 Cache Size   20 KB 128 KB
Other Features   
Included Devices Cooling Fan • Heat Sink Cooling Fan • Heat Sink
Package Qty. 1 1
Platform   PC PC
Compatible Chipsets Intel 875P • Intel 865PE • Intel 865G • Intel 865P • Intel 865GV -
Processor Features Hyper-Threading Technology Enhanced Intel Speedstep technology • Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) • Execute Disable Bit • Virtualization Technology • Intel Thermal Monitor 2 • Enhanced Halt State (C1E) • Quad Core
Brand Intel Intel
Warranty   
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years
Miscellaneous   
UPC 735858160186 00735858191562
Recommended Use Gaming • Multimedia applications • Digital Photography • Digital Music • Digital Video • Digital Home apps • Business Productivity and Solutions Gaming • Multimedia applications
Product ID 20811381 38880473
Product MPN   
MPN BX80532PG2400D BX80562Q6600
 
Consumer Reviews
Intel Pentium 4
Intel Pentium® 4, 2.4 GHz (BX80532PG2400D) Retail Processor
From $9.92
Intel 6600
Intel Core™2 Quad Q6600, 2.40 GHz (BX80562Q6600) Boxed...
From $112.02

Product Review Summary

4.0
Based on 2 user reviews
50% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

rgathright
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Get 800 FSB on the Socket 478 with the Pentium 4 2.4Ghz processor!

byrgathright Sep 7, 2009
22 Helpfuls 23 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros 512Kb cache size, hyperthreading
Cons Low clock speed affects peak performance
Recommended it? No

Several years ago, I purchased two of these Pentium 4 2400 Mhz processors and some Intel D865GLC motherboards to completed a POV Ray animation.  At the time, these processors were the fastest hyperthreading capable products on the market and were a big boost to the performance of my animation... Read full review »

5

Intel P4 2.4Gh 800 FSB, 512K Cache

bybubbasmythe Jan 14, 2004
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Fast, reliable, and easy to install.
Cons No thermal cement!
Recommended it? Yes

A mighty processor for a fair price, I bought this processor shortly after it was released. I was building a new computer for myself. This cpu has exceeded all of my expectations. Even after 6 months of use and abuse it still runs like a beast. The only surprise I got was that it's set up to make... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.7
Based on 7 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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  • Good Value (1)
  • Fast (1)
  • Powerful (1)
  • Reliable Performance (1)
  • Great Design (1)
Cons
  • none (1)
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  • Perfect for everything (1)
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Consumer Reviews

rgathright
548

The Q6600 is a good introductory quad core processor for the Socket 775.

byrgathright Sep 4, 2009
28 Helpfuls 29 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Quad cores, 8Mb total L2 on-chip cache
Cons 65nm always produces more heat than a 45nm quad core
Recommended it? Yes

In the world of IT, we do not get out very often so our biggest thrills surround the arrival of new hardware.  Recently, a new desktop computer from Dell arrived and inside it was the Intel Core 2 Quad, 2.4Ghz processor.  The need to benchmark the daylights out of this processor was too much to... Read full review »

nad_masters
595

Fast x4, Overclocks Well if Lucky, but HOT HOT HOT

bynad_masters Apr 23, 2008
19 Helpfuls 20 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Can hit 3.5 GHz rock solid stable (YMMV), low FSB and high multiplier (easier OC)
Cons Bad heatsink mount design, high temperatures (even at stock settings)
Recommended it? Yes

It's no secret that Intel's current Core microarchitecture is superior than AMD's current K10. It is also no secret that Intel was ready to unveil a 45 μm refresh of the Core. The quad-core version would be codenamed Yorkfield. Not only will the die be smaller than today’s quad-core (codename... Read full review »

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