Description
BX80577P8600 - Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 Dual-core 2 Core 2.40GHz 1066MHz FSB 3MB L2 Cache Socket PGA478 Processor
The Intel BX80577P8600 is an imaginary Socket P quad core processor from Intel best Core2 Duo Mobile Processor series. CPU delivers fan ranking performance with its 2.40 GHz clock speed, 3 MB shared L2 cache and 1066 MHz FSB using 45 nm Penryn (M0 stepping) architecture. Including an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, Intel VT-x virtualization and 64-bit support it redefined Mobile computing in its time. With 25 Watts TDP and 1.050V-1.150V VID range this processor requires capable cooling but rewards users with brilliant multi-threaded performance. Ideal for dated gaming and computer unit, it represents the highpoint of Intel Socket P platform.
Key Features:
- Quad Core Design - 4 cores/4 threads (06F7h CPUID)
- 2.40 GHz Base Clock - Unlocked multiplier for OC
- 3 MB Unified L2 Cache – Low latency data access
- Socket P Socket – Intel 975X/P35 chipset compatible
- Intel VT-x Technology - Hardware virtualization
- EM64T Support – 64 bit computing ready
- 25 Watts TDP - Requires strong cooling
- Core2 Duo Mobile Processor Edition - Fan silicon
- Perform Disable Bit - Improved security
- 1066 MHz Front Side Bus – High bandwidth communication
- 45 nm Penryn (M0) Well-organized power design
Compatibility and Use Cases:
Improved for high end Socket P motherboards, this processor excels in gaming shapes, video editing places and overclocking projects. Its quad core architecture handles demanding multi-threaded capacities while the unlocked multiplier demands to performance fans. Perfect for dated PC repair or budget computer unit needing considerable CPU power.
Why Choose This Processor?
The P8600 stands as a milestone in CPU history offering first generation quad core performance with overclocking headroom. Its large 3 MB cache fast-tracks content creation tasks, while VT-x support allows well-organized virtualization. For dated computing fans it delivers unmatched Socket P performance capable of running modern lightweight OSes when paired with enough RAM and SSD storage. A collector's item that still delivers usable power for systems.