Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 vs Intel Pentium E5300

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CPU comparison with benchmarks

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Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 or Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2006 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core2 Extreme series.
To use the Intel Core2 Extreme X6800, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
The Intel Pentium E5300 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2008 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Pentium series.
To use the Intel Pentium E5300, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket.
Intel Core2 Extreme Family Intel Pentium
Intel Core 2 Extreme X6000 Group Intel Pentium E5000/E6000
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
1 Generation 2
Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 Name Intel Pentium E5300
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 is 2.93 GHz
The Intel Pentium E5300 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Pentium E5300 is 2.6 GHz
2 Threads 2
2x Cores 2x Penryn
2.93 GHz Frequency 2.6 GHz
No Hyperthreading No
Yes Overclocking Yes
2 CPU Cores 2
normal Core architecture normal
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Pentium E5300 does not have integrated graphics.
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Memory & PCIe

16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
2 Memory channels 2
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No AES-NI No
No ECC No
DDR3-1333, DDR2-1066 Memory type DDR3-1333, DDR2-800
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Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 75 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
75 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
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Technical details

The Intel Core2 Extreme X6800 is manufactured using a 65 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Pentium E5300 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
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LGA 775 Socket LGA 775
SSE3, MMX, SSE2 ISA extensions SSE3, MMX, SSE, SSE2
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VT-x Virtualization VT-x
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
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Conroe (Core) Architecture Wolfdale (Penryn)
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
65 nm Technology 45 nm
4.0 MB L2-Cache 2.0 MB
Q3/2006 Release date Q4/2008