Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU SLACR 2.4GHz 8MB 1066MHz LGA775 Processor
Bottom line: The Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU SLACR 2.4GHz 8MB 1066MHz LGA775 Processor 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
Socket LGA775. Bus Speed 1066MHz. Processor Type. Processor Speed 2.40GHz. We have reused hundreds of thousand of parts this way, the proceeds from these sales help us to recycle materials of low or no value.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU SLACR 2.4GHz 8MB 1066MHz LGA775 Processor using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Intel's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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
| fsb_mhz | 1066 |
|---|---|
| stepping | SLACR |
| core_count | 4 |
| l2_cache_mb | 8 |
| base_clock_ghz | 2.4 |
Benchmark data for other processors
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