Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Dual-Core 3.0GHz 4M L2 Cache 1333MHz FSB LGA775
Bottom line: The Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Dual-Core 3.0GHz 4M L2 Cache 1333MHz FSB LGA775 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpus category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Processor - 1 x Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 / 3 GHz (1333 MHz) - LGA775 Socket - L2 4 MB - OEM
SpecPicks Verdict
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Common buyer scenarios for retro cpus of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 65 watts |
| Platform | Windows 10 |
| CPU Socket | PLGA775 |
| Cache Size | 4 MB |
| Model Number | HH80557PJ0804MG |
| Mfr Part Number | HH80557PJ0804MG |
| Processor Count | 2 |
| Secondary Cache | 4 MB |
| Processor Socket | PLGA775 |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 4 MB |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00675900887336 |
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Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Dual-Core 3.0GHz 4M L2 Cache 1333MHz FSB LGA775 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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