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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

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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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SpecificationValue
TDP65 W
CPU Cores2
SocketLGA775
Threads4
Base Clock2.33 GHz
Boost Clock2.33 GHz
MicroarchitectureCore
Integrated GraphicsNone
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