Product Comparison: Intel Core 2 Extreme X7900 vs Intel Core 2 Duo Extreme X9000


General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core 2 Extreme X7900
Core 2 Duo Extreme X9000
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Intel Core 2 Extreme X7900 is Merom architecture notebook processor. It has 2 cores and 2 threads and is manufactured using a 65 nm process technology. The clock frequency is 2.8GHz. The processor is compatible with PPGA478 socket with a TDP of 44W.
You can experience optimal speed while gaming, working with digital photography, or editing videos with the Intel Core 2 Extreme X9000 processor. The Intel Core X9000 has made the most of dual core CPU technology, which can provide the perfect balance between results and operating efficiency.
Package Size
Height
4.9 in.
4.9 in.
Width
3.5 in.
3.5 in.
Depth
1.5 in.
1.5 in.
Weight
0.85 lbs.
0.8 lbs.
Details
Socket
PPGA478
PGA478
Lithography
65 nm
45 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Merom
Penryn
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core 2 Extreme X7900 CPU Processor
  • Convenient socket. There were no questions during installation.
  • The installation was simple. This is a very good processor.
  • Recomend for everybody. Reliable processor, easy to install.
  • Good CPU. I installed it in a few minutes, everything was simple.
  • I didn't figure out the installation right away. It was difficult for me.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
2
CPU Threads
2
2
Clock Speed
2.8 GHz
2.8 GHz
Max TDP
44 W
44 W
Max Temperature
100 °C
105 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core 2 Extreme X7900 CPU Processor
  • Works great. My laptop is running much faster now.
  • The performance of my laptop has improved markedly.
  • Cool processor from Intel. Fast and reliable.
  • I am very glad I chose this processor. It has good speed.
  • The processor Core 2 Extreme X7900 runs hotter than most.
Intel Core 2 Duo Extreme X9000 CPU Processor
  • It's a bomb! Very fast! I like it.
  • Fastest dual core processor for anyone looking to upgrade older model machines.
  • Replacement was successfully done and my laptop became quite quick operation!
  • It works, it's way faster than what I had, and the price was fair.
  • Very slow CPU. Crysis runs around 10-20 fps.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
4000 kB
6000 kB
Max Memory Size
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
6.4 GB/s
6.4 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core 2 Extreme X7900 CPU Processor
  • Really good cache size 4MB. Highly recommend.
  • Good cache size, fast. I am happy with this processor.
  • Installed in a laptop with 6GB of RAM. Everything works smoothly.
Intel Core 2 Duo Extreme X9000 CPU Processor
  • Powerfull CPU. Good memory support!
  • This is a beast. Make sure you have good cooling. Supported my DDR3 memory.
  • This CPU works well. Good speeds with my DDR3 memory.
  • Absolutely amazing. Memory support is very good. Works well.
  • Works well, and faster than previous CPU! Great speeds with DDR3 800 MHz memory type.
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
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
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