Core i7-2600 4-Core 3.40GHz is a high-end CPU based on the 32nm, Sandy Bridge architecture.
It offers 4 Physical Cores (8 Logical), initially clocked at 3.4GHz, which may go up to 3.8GHz and 8MB of L3 Cache.
Among its many features, HyperThreading, Turbo Boost and Virtualization are activated.
The processor integrates weak Graphics called Intel HD i7 2600 (variant of Intel HD Graphics 2000), with 6 Execution Units, initially clocked at 850MHz and that go up to 1350MHz, in Turbo Mode which share the L2 Cache and system RAM with the processor.
Both the processor and integrated graphics have a rated board TDP of 95W.
Compared to Core i7-2600K there's no performance difference. Its performance is exceptionally good and enough for even the most demanding applications.
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| 09-Jan-2011 |
| Popular Game System Requirements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Game | Min. | Rec. |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 13% | 10% |
| Assassins Creed: Valhalla | 9% | 21% |
| Genshin Impact | 56% | 32% |
| FIFA 21 | 35% | 16% |
| Watch Dogs Legion | 10% | 21% |
| eFootball PES 2021 | 40% | 3% |
| Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War | 13% | 17% |
| Microsoft Flight Simulator | 2% | 2% |
| Marvel's Avengers | 39% | 17% |
| Mafia: Definitive Edition | 28% | 3% |
