Intel · 2008
Intel Core 2 Duo E8500
The Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 is a dual-core desktop processor released in 2008. Built on a 45 nm process node, it operates on the LGA 775 socket with a base clock speed of 3.17 GHz.
The Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 is a dual-core processor launched by Intel in 2008 at an initial MSRP of $266. It was manufactured using a 45 nm process node and connects to compatible motherboards via the LGA 775 socket. In terms of specifications, the processor features a base clock frequency of 3.17 GHz across its two cores and includes 6 MB of total L2 cache. The CPU operates with a base power and thermal design power (TDP) rating of 65 W.
Benchmarks
| PassMark CPU Mark | 1,238 |
|---|---|
| PassMark Single Thread | 1,324 |
| Blender Open Data score | 8.12 samples/min |
Specifications
| Cores unverified | 2 |
|---|---|
| Base clock unverified | 3.17 GHz |
| L2 cache (total) unverified | 6 MB |
| Process node unverified | 45 nm |
| TDP / base power unverified | 65 W |
| Socket unverified | LGA 775 |
| Release year unverified | 2008 |
| Launch MSRP unverified | 266 USD |