Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 Quad-Core Processor, 2.66 GHz, 12M L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB, LGA775

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 Quad-Core Processor, 2.66 GHz, 12M L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB, LGA775 | Overclocks 3.8GHz

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	Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 Quad-Core Processor, 2.66 GHz, 12M L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB, LGA775 Intel Intel average customer review:based on 10 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Leaders of the pack seeking monster performance, look no further. With four execution cores, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor blows through processor-intensive tasks in demanding multitasking environments and makes the most of highly threaded applications. Whether you're creating multimedia, annihilating your gaming enemies, or running compute-intensive applications at one time, new quad-core processing will change the way you do everything. Pioneer the new world of quad-core and unleash the power of multithreading.

Best Intel quad core price-performance. Throw out the fan though.

First off, this processor is undoubtedly the best deal out there among the Intel quad-cores. Compared to the Q9550 at $570 and the QX9650 at $1000 or more, this CPU is a certified bargain. It has all of the features of those others (at least as far as I know) but just runs a touch slower (2.66 GHz instead of 2.8 or 3.0 GHz.) I wouldn't pay more for one of the other quad-cores unless you insist on having the fastest thing out there. There are other places in your system to spend your money where you'll get more performance for your dollar.

As much as I like the CPU, however, it would be a shame to install it with the terrible stock fan included in the box. Installation was a pain (the flimsy plastic pins kept popping out of the holes in my motherboard) and it is noisy and relatively ineffective at maintaining temperatures. Take some of that money you saved by opting for this CPU instead of a higher model quad core, and buy a quality CPU cooler separately. Your system will run quieter and cooler.

In short, put this (and an aftermarket CPU cooler) on your short list if you're building a system.

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Overclocks 3.8GHz

So far I haven't had any problems with this cpu. I'm pleased with Intel and don't plan on going back to AMD anytime soon.

Great CPU

Mine idles at 15 degrees and on load it reaches a maximum of 37 running at 3.2GHz without raising the volt... my past q6600 gets too hot to try overclocking... this processor with added 12MB cache runs very fast... will certainly recommend it to anyone...

Speed, power

I am a gamer, I don't like to overclock anything, in the past I usually did this, must of the time I get errors when playing, It can be the cooling system or whatever, the thing is that if you overclock the components you are limiting the life of the component, so for this reason I buy this CPU, for the price I consider is a great value for every dollar I invest on this, I can play WOW at great speed, with no delay.

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Power on tap!

There is something eminently satisfying about seeing FOUR cores listed during BIOS POST. TWELVE Megabytes of L2 cache? Fast, fast, fast.

Installation was slightly annoying though. The processor/heatsink attaches to the motherboard with some plastic thumbscrew rubbish. It requires a specific order to press and turn the thumbscrews. Removal of the heatsink requires a bizarre turning, lifting, then turning combination of movements. It made me long for the days of using actual METAL screws to attach heatsinks to motherboards.

Also, the thermal paste appears to discharge onto the cpu after the first plastic thumbscrew is turned so be careful. Get it right the first time or plan on cleaning up the paste and possibly adding additional paste.

Am very happy with the CPU. Am not happy with the heatsink design.

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