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Crush your enemies, climb the tower of paperwork -- or do both at the same time. Intel's Core 2 Quad Q8300 not only makes it possible, it makes it easy. The Core 2 Quad Q8300 has four cores that run at 2.5GHz and shares 4MB of L2 cache.
Quad cores means true multi-tasking and multi-threading. Tasks or threads get their own core; no more sharing one core and set of clock cycles. This lets you turn your system into the ultimate home entertainment center PC. One core handles the usual action on your operating system, while the second can play a DVD on the TV, the third download a file from internet, and the fourth one sends audio to the kids in another room with no lags or stutters. All this is made easier with Intel’s advanced Digital Media Boost.
The 45nm Intel Core 2 Quad processor is armed with Intel HD Boost, which implementing new Intel Streaming SIMD Extension 4.1 (Intel SSE4.1) instructions for fast high definition video editing and encoding, enhance the multimedia performance.
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No VT
- Pros: Fast CPU. Runs cool.
- Cons: Lacks VT support. Major disappointment as I was building this machine for VMWare.
http://www.intel.com/products/processor_number/chart/core2quad.htm
- Other Thoughts: Should have done more research on this processor before purchasing as I assumed that all Core 2 processors supported VT.
As good as Q6600?
- Pros: -45nm
-Quad core
-Cheap
-Tiny bit better then Q6600 clock for clock
Overclocked to 3.01Ghz no sweat with Easy Tune.
- Cons: Not convinced I can see Q6600 overclocks.
- Other Thoughts: I expect to hit 3.2-3.3 reasonably, or 3.5 if I push hard. Very similar to the Q6600, bit more efficient, but will not overclock as far.
Probably worth it if you care about power.
| Model | BX80580Q8300 |
| Series | Core 2 Quad |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 775 |
| Multi-Core | Quad-Core |
| Operating Frequency | 2.5GHz |
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Beast!
- Pros: This was a HUGE jump for me. I was using an Intel Celeron D cpu @ 2.93Ghz, 256 L2 Cache, 533 FSB. So right off the bat from the start up, this was fast. HD playback, video conversion, etc., this baby can handle 'em all. Not OCing, since it's just fine the way it is for me
- Cons: None
Good quad
- Pros: Made my system handle tasks better and my system did not lag as it did.
- Cons: bought this in march and didn't find out till last week that they were coming out with a q8300 that support vt technology shipping June 12.
- Other Thoughts: Hopefully everyone is getting the new q8300 that has vt technology. Before it ship out the new quad it could not run xp mode in windows 7 so be aware.
Intel Rock Solid Again
- Pros: Being an Intel product... it is supported by almost everything, and will be supported by almost everything. Coming from a 3.1Ghrz P4 this chip is lightning fast. I've read they are rock steady on overclocking as well, and might look into that.
- Cons: None so far... does what I bought it to do.
- Other Thoughts: I've always been an Intel guy... as a PC tech I used to deal with AMD alot and it was always some sort of problem when building systems for customers. They are great chips once you get them working, and cheaper than Intel too. I just prefer to buy the Intel chips and not have to worry about finding certain drivers, or underclocking until drivers are loaded, etc. This is in my HTPC/Gaming/Work computer in the living room... machine stays on 24/7/365. My last intel chip performed perfectly that way, and still is in the bedroom HTPC, and I hope this chip will do the same.
| Model |
| Brand |
Intel |
| Series |
Core 2 Quad |
| Model |
BX80580Q8300 |
| CPU Socket Type |
| CPU Socket Type |
LGA 775 |
| Tech Spec |
| Multi-Core |
Quad-Core |
| Name |
Core 2 Quad Q8300 |
| Operating Frequency |
2.5GHz |
| FSB |
1333MHz |
| L2 Cache |
4MB |
| Manufacturing Tech |
45 nm |
| Voltage |
0.85V – 1.3625V |
| Thermal Design Power |
95W |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Parts |
3 years limited |
| Labor |
3 years limited |
Introduction
Crush your enemies, climb the tower of paperwork -- or do both at the same time. Intel's Core 2 Quad Q8300 not only makes it possible, it makes it easy. The Core 2 Quad Q8300 has four cores that run at 2.5GHz and shares 4MB of L2 cache.
Quad cores means true multi-tasking and multi-threading. Tasks or threads get their own core; no more sharing one core and set of clock cycles. This lets you turn your system into the ultimate home entertainment center PC. One core handles the usual action on your operating system, while the second can play a DVD on the TV, the third download a file from internet, and the fourth one sends audio to the kids in another room with no lags or stutters. All this is made easier with Intel’s advanced Digital Media Boost.
The 45nm Intel Core 2 Quad processor is armed with Intel HD Boost, which implementing new Intel Streaming SIMD Extension 4.1 (Intel SSE4.1) instructions for fast high definition video editing and encoding, enhance the multimedia performance.
Highlights
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Intel Core 2 Quad-core Processor
With four processing cores, the multitasking monster Quad-Core Intel Core 2 processor delivers fourfold the performance on highly-threaded applications, taking your desktop PC experience into a completely new realm of mega power. The powerful processor delivers serious performance on the ultra-demanding games of today and tomorrow. The innovative 45nm quad-core technology optimizes thermal performance for reduced power consumption and noise.
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Intel Advanced Smart Cache
Intel Advanced Smart Cache Technology dynamically allocates the shared L2 cache to each processor core based on workload. This efficient, multi-core-optimized implementation increases the probability that each core can access data from fast L2 cache, resulting in significantly reduced latency for frequently used data and improved performance.
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Intel Wide Dynamic Execution
With Intel Wide Dynamic Execution, each of the four cores can complete up to four full instructions simultaneously to improve execution speed and efficiency, delivering more instructions per clock cycle.
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Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
EIST allows the system to dynamically adjust processor voltage and core frequency to decrease average power consumption and average heat production. Combined with existing power saving features, EIST may provide an excellent balance between providing power when you need it and conserving power when you don’t.
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Execute Disable Bit (EDB)
Intel's Execute Disable Bit function can prevent certain classes of malicious "buffer overflow" attacks when combined with a supporting operating system. Execute Disable Bit allows the processor to classify areas in memory where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation.
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Quick Specs
| Brand | Intel |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 775 |
| FSB | 1333MHz |
| L2 Cache | 4MB |
| Manufacturing Tech | 45 nm |
| Multi-Core | Quad-Core |
| Operating Frequency | 2.5GHz |
| Series | Core 2 Quad |
| Thermal Design Power | 95W |
| Voltage | 0.85V – 1.3625V |
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Reviewed By: buser on 4/20/2009
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
