Intel Core i7 2600 Processor 3.4 GHz 4 Core LGA1155 - BX80623I72600

Intel Core i7 2600 Processor 3.4 GHz 4 Core LGA1155 - BX80623I72600

Product Description

 

From the Manufacturer

Part of Intel's family of 2nd generation Intel Core computer processors, the Intel Core i7-2600 Processor delivers speed and smooth performance--whether you're creating high-definition videos, playing 3D games, or simply browsing the Internet. The Core i7-2600 is a quad-core processor running at 3.4 GHz with 8 MB of L3 cache, and uses the LGA1155 socket.

Intel Core i7-2600 Processor

Intel Core i7-2600 Processor At a Glance: Quad-core processor running at 3.4 GHz delivers fast performance 8 MB L3 shared cache dynamically allocated to each processor core Uses LGA1155 socket Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 for up to 3.8 GHz speed Hyper-Threading Technology for eight-way multitasking Built-in visuals for a rich, seamless graphic experience

The Intel Core i7-2600 Processor has four cores running at 3.4 GHz.

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Quad-Core Processor Running at 3.4 GHz for Fast Performance

The Intel Core i7-2600 has four cores and runs at a speedy 3.4 GHz. It features an 8 MB L3 shared cache that is dynamically allocated to each processor core, based on workload. This reduces latency and improves performance.

Additionally, the i7 comes with Advanced Vector Extensions, a set of instructions to improve software performance for intensive applications like audio processing, audio codecs, and image and video editing applications.

Turbo Boost for Extra Processor Speed

The Core i7-2600 features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, allowing it to run at 3.8 GHz when the workload demands additional performance. The technology dynamically increases the processor's frequency as needed by taking advantage of thermal and power headroom when operating below specified limits. The result is adaptive performance that's more intelligent and energy efficient.

Hyper-Threading for Better Multitasking

Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows each of the Core i7's four processor cores to work on two tasks at the same time, improving multitasking, speeding up the workflow, and getting more done in less time. This makes your PC more responsive--and it makes that dreaded hourglass a thing of the past.

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Example review from customer:

 

Insanely fast! Awesome for video editing! March 25, 2011

By Joshua D. Washburn

This was the first CPU I ever installed on my own. I am thrilled with the speed in everything I do, especially video editing.

I ran a test converting a 30 minute 720p HDTV show (.wtv file) to MPEG on both my laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo T6500) and my new desktop (Core i7-2600). My laptop took 4.5 hours, and the desktop took 34 minutes!

MY (FIRST) BUILD:
CASE: Rosewill BLACKHAWK Gaming ATX Mid Tower
CPU: Intel Core i7-2600
MEMORY: Patriot Gamer 2 Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
MOBO: ASUS P8P67 LE (REV 3.0) LGA 1155 ATX
GPU: GeForce GT220 (upgrading soon to GTX550)
HD: 2TB Western Digital Caviar Green (SATA-300)
PSU: Rosewill BRONZE Series 1000W 80Plus
OS: Win7 Home Premium 64-bit
OPTICAL: LG 10x Bluray Burner SATA WH10LS30K 

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