Intel Core 2 Duo E6540
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 2C / 4T
Clock: 2.33 - 2.33 GHz
Socket: LGA775
TDP: 65W
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Intel Core 2 Duo E6540
Cores
2C / 4T
Clock
2.33 - 2.33 GHz
Socket
LGA775
TDP
65W
No price data available
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Overview
The Intel Core 2 Duo E6540 offers 2 cores and 4 threads. Clocks run from 2.33GHz base to 2.33GHz boost. It drops into the LGA775 socket with a 65W TDP — about 32.5W per core. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip.
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 2 |
| Socket | LGA775 |
| Threads | 4 |
| Base Clock | 2.33 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 2.33 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Core |
| Integrated Graphics | None |





