Product Comparison: AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ vs Intel Core 2 Duo E8400


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AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ CPU Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 CPU Processor
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General Specifications
Brand
AMD
Intel
Model
Athlon 64 X2 6000+
Core 2 Duo E8400
Origin
Malaysia
China
About the Product
The AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ was a desktop processor with 2 cores. It is part of the Athlon 64 X2 lineup, using the Brisbane architecture with Socket AM2. Athlon 64 X2 6000+ has 1 MB of L2 cache and operates at 3.1 GHz.
Intel Core 2 Duo processors, manufactured using 45nm manufacturing technology, are characterized by high performance, speed and energy efficiency. The CPU supports Intel HD Boost technology and is up to 70% faster when processing high-definition video. Works at a clock frequency of 3GHz.
Package Size
Height
5 in.
6.7 in.
Depth
3 in.
3.9 in.
Width
6.1 in.
Weight
0.85 lbs.
Details
Socket
AM2
LGA775
Lithography
65 nm
45 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Brisbane
Wolfdale
What customers say about "Details"
AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ CPU Processor
  • I just installed my 6000+ on my board. Runs beautifully.
  • Nice price for what you get. Easy install.
  • Installed this CPU in a new Dell C521 and great so far.
  • No issues with install. Good CPU for my needs.
  • Installed easily into a ASRock A780GXE/128M AM2+/AM2 motherboard.
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 CPU Processor
  • Installation a bit rough. Before doing anything read carefully the installation manual.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
2
CPU Threads
2
2
Clock Speed
3.1 GHz
3 GHz
Max TDP
89 W
65 W
Max Temperature
62 °C
72.4 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
512 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
1000 kB
6000 kB
Max Memory Size
8 GB
16 GB
Memory Types
DDR2
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
12.8 GB/s
10.6 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ CPU Processor
  • The memory performance of this processor is a good 30% better than the Intel.
  • Good works with DDR2 800. Great performance.
  • CPU supported my 2 GB GSkill memory.
  • The fastest memory access and fastest CPU on the market for the price.
  • Intergrated DDR2 memory controller. Good CPU.
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
No
No
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
No
No
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
FCC, CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link

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