Intel Core 2 Duo E6700

The Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 offers 2 cores and 4 threads. It drops into the LGA775 socket with a 65W TDP — about 32.5W per core. Clocks span 2.66GHz base to 2.66GHz boost. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

At $85.00 it sits in the budget processor bracket. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.