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Abstract: We received from Intel a Core 2 Extreme QX6850 engineering sample, which is now the most high-end desktop CPU available on the market today, featuring four cores, running at 3 GHz internally and 1,333 MHz externally – a new clock rate that will be offi...
Fastest CPU for desktops available; unlocked multiplier simplifies overclocking; runs slightly cooler than previous quad-cores
Requires cutting-edge motherboard chipset; few programs can take advantage of all four cores
Though its costly and few applications can yet push it to its limits, the Intel QX6850 delivers performance bragging rights as the fastest CPU for desktop PCs available today....
Intel’s move to a 1333MHz FSB is quite simply the next logical step. CPU core speed itself does make a difference to performance, but as we saw with Netburst it’s not everything. Increasing bus speeds along with a new memory controller helps t...
1333MHz FSB, 3GHz clock speed, Performed well at up to 3.6GHz in our tests
May not work in some current Intel 965 chipset-based motherboards The Final Word Its bound to be expensive, but users who are out to build the fastest rig on the block will appreciate the extra speed
Its bound to be expensive, but users who are out to build the fastest rig on the block will appreciate the extra speed
Abstract: 1,000 Intel processors through the years Not many things are sure in this life, but fortunately there are a number of things you can count on like clockwork. The sun comes up in the morning, we all have to pay taxes and last but not least, the most expe...
Abstract: The new Extreme edition breaks all speed records, but the e6750 wins on value. Intel has given its Core 2 range a mid-life makeover, with new CPUs receiving a hike in clock speeds and bus frequencies. Its likely to be the last refresh at the top end ...
Abstract: Intels Core 2 Extreme QX6850 is the latest addition to the companys quad-core processor range. As with previous processors, its best to think of the QX6850 as two Core 2 Duo processors on the same chip for a total of four cores. Each pair of core...
This is Intels new biggest hitter. Its still the Kentsfield core, but an FSB raised to 1333MHz bumps the clock to 3GHz. For that hike, youll need a motherboard supporting a bus of 333MHz or greater, so for now were talking an Intel P35 or an Nvidia...
Offers slightly faster performance for significantly less money than Intels previous quadcore CPU.
Forthcoming nextgeneration parts from AMD and Intel itself may surpass this stillexpensive highend CPU in six months or less.
The quad-core Core 2 Extreme QX6850 keeps Intel in the lead for desktop CPU performance, at a price that helps offset the lack of sizable performance gains. New products at the end of the year may outclass this new chip when they arrive, but for now,
Like all Extreme Edition CPUs, the Core 2 Extreme QX6850 is considerably more expensive than a standard CPU. Just compare the prices of the processors opposite, and you’ll appreciate the premium that Intel charges for this chip. However, there&rsquo...
