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Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 (EU80570PJ0806M)

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Socket: Intel LGA 775; Cores (cores): 2; Speed (GHz): 3;
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Intel Core 2 Duo E8400
Main
SeriesCore 2 Duo
Code nameWolfdale
SocketIntel LGA 775
Lithography45 nm
Cores and Threads
Cores2 cores
Speed
Clock speed3 GHz
Cache
L1 cache64 KB
L2 cache6144 KB
Specs
TDP65 W
InstructionMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, EM64, NX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT
Multiplier9
Max. operating temperature73 °С
Added to E-CatalogFebruary 2011
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EU80570PJ0806M

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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Intel Core 2 Duo series is praised for its decent performance speed and excellent overclocking capabilities, making it a reliable choice for everyday tasks and older games. Users appreciate its stability and durability, with some models running smoothly for years without issues. The E8400 model, in particular, is noted for its performance, even being compared favorably to newer processors like the i3. However, it is acknowledged that the dual-core design is weaker than quad-core alternatives, and it may struggle with modern gaming demands. Overall, the Intel Core 2 Duo is considered a good value for its price, especially for those not requiring cutting-edge performance.
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The processor is not bad, but it's better to have 4 cores instead of two.
1 March 2011 
Until the price of the new i-series drops to reasonable levels, this model can be considered a very good alternative. But on the other hand, you can look for something with 4 cores for the same money. For example, models from the Q8000 series. And the overclocking potential is quite decent.
I use the E7500 model and must say that the performance is quite sufficient for everyday tasks. With good cooling, you can overclock it to more than 5 GHz. Even in this mode, it doesn't heat up much, so the cooler won't be loud.
There are no drawbacks as such, except that it's more relevant to look at the Core 2 Quad now.
Ivanoffuse Intel Core 2 Duo few months
Very worthy model!!!
2 May 2013 
If you have a lower class percentage, then take it without hesitation.
The computer has been running for over 4 years now, almost non-stop. The CPU cooler stopped 2 times and the radiator was heating up and there was a smell of burnt dust. The thermal protection was triggered and everything worked out. Overclocking was done to 4 GHz. Of all the new games, not a single one slows down.
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Borland77use Intel E8400 more than year i recommend it should buy
Everything is awesome!!!
6 March 2021 
Zbs! Everything is going well, the processor is 64 bit!
3GHz
The price is small, as if I'm buying no-name intel
use Intel E8400 more than year
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