Core 2 Quad Q6600

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core 2 Quad Q6600 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,167 Rank: 1726
Rank Name Score Visual
1722 Core 2 Duo E7200 4,168
+0%
1723 A8-6410 4,168
+0%
1724 Intel Core i7-840QM 4,167
+0%
1725 A6-3500 4,167
+0%
1726 Core 2 Quad Q6600 4,167
1727 Pentium E5300 4,166
+-0%
1728 Core M 5Y10a 4,165
+-0%
1729 Celeron 847E 4,165
+-0%
1730 A6-3420M 4,163
-0.1%
1731 Athlon II X2 245 4,162
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core 2 Quad Q6600 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,094 Rank: 2049
Rank Name Score Visual
2045 Athlon II X2 240 4,111
+0.4%
2046 Core 2 Duo E6550 4,100
+0.1%
2047 Intel Core i7-640LM 4,099
+0.1%
2048 Celeron 887 4,094
+0%
2049 Core 2 Quad Q6600 4,094
2050 A4-4300M 4,086
-0.2%
2051 Core 2 Duo E4500 4,062
-0.8%
2052 Intel Core i7-640UM 4,050
-1.1%
2053 Intel Core i7-820QM 4,035
-1.4%
2054 Athlon 64 X2 5200+ 4,029
-1.6%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core 2 Quad Q6600 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,216 Rank: 1557
Rank Name Score Visual
1553 Pentium E6300 4,224
+0.2%
1554 A4-4020 4,218
+0%
1555 Core i3-6102E 4,217
+0%
1556 Core 2 Duo T9800 4,217
+0%
1557 Core 2 Quad Q6600 4,216
1558 Athlon II X4 635 4,215
+-0%
1559 Core i3-530 4,215
+-0%
1560 Core i3-2330M 4,214
+-0%
1561 Core 2 Duo T9600 4,214
+-0%
1562 Core i3-2328M 4,213
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core 2 Quad Q6600 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core 2 Quad Q6600 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core 2 Quad Q6600 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core 2 Quad Q6600 Details

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 stands as a significant milestone in the evolution of multi-core desktop processors, launched in January 2007 as part of Intel's Core 2 Quad lineup. Built on the Kentsfield architecture and fabricated using a 65 nm process, this processor features four cores and operates at a base frequency of 2.4 GHz. With a TDP of 105 W, it demands robust cooling solutions, reflecting the power-hungry nature of early quad-core designs. Despite its age, the Q6600 remains notable for its 8 MB of L2 cache, a substantial advantage over many contemporaries, and its dual-channel memory support for DDR1, DDR2, and DDR3. It is designed for Socket 775 systems, offering flexibility in memory configurations but lacking integrated graphics, which relies on chipset support in certain motherboards.

Performance benchmarks reveal a processor that, while outdated by modern standards, still holds its own in historical context. The Q6600 achieves an Overall Score of 4167, placing it at #1724 among 2060 CPUs in the dataset. Its Singlecore Score of 4216 ranks it #1557, indicating a moderate level of single-threaded performance, while its Multicore Score of 4094 places it at #2048, highlighting its strength in multi-threaded workloads. This imbalance suggests that the Q6600 is better suited for tasks that can leverage its four cores, such as older productivity software or light multimedia processing, but struggles with modern applications requiring high single-core performance.

When compared to its contemporaries, the Q6600 is outpaced by more advanced processors like the Core 2 Duo E6550 and Core 2 Quad Q8300, both of which offer higher clock speeds and better efficiency. However, its multicore capabilities still provide a noticeable advantage over dual-core predecessors, particularly in scenarios involving simultaneous processing. The absence of SSE4 support is a notable limitation, as it can hinder compatibility with modern games and software that require this instruction set. Despite this, the processor supports essential technologies such as EIST for power management, VT-x for hardware virtualization, and various SSE extensions, making it a capable platform for its time.

In the broader landscape of CPU performance as of 2026, the Q6600 is far removed from the top-tier processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or the Core Ultra 9 285K, which achieve scores over 9,000 and 8,500, respectively. Its rankings place it firmly in the lower echelon of modern benchmarks, underscoring the rapid advancements in computing technology over the past two decades. While no longer suitable for demanding tasks or modern gaming, the Core 2 Quad Q6600 remains a testament to Intel's early efforts in multi-core desktop computing and can still serve as a functional processor in legacy systems or for educational purposes.
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Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core 2 Quad Q6600
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 9x (locked)
Core Name: Kentsfield
Socket: Socket 775
Package: FC-LGA6
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 105 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 7.629 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Die Area: 143 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 EIST TXT VT-x 3DNow! E3DNow!
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