The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 is a 45nm Yorkfield desktop processor launched in Q4 2008 for the LGA 775 platform. It features 4 cores, 4 threads, a 2.83 GHz clock speed, 12MB of L2 cache, and a 95W TDP. It was a high-performance, popular overclocking chip in its era, priced similarly to newer i5s around 2010.
Key Features & Specifications:
Clock Speed: 2.83 GHz
Socket: LGA 775
Cache: 12 MB L2
Front Side Bus (FSB): 1333 MHz
Manufacturing Process: 45nm
Performance: Capable of running many older, or less demanding titles, at 1080p (e.g., GTA 5, Portal 2, Bioshock) when paired with a decent GPU from its era, notes YouTube.
Pricing Context:
Current Value: Pre-owned units are commonly found for around $20-$35 on platforms like eBay.
Performance Comparison:
The Q9550 is roughly 41% slower than a newer Intel Core i3-3220, according to CPU Benchmarks.
It offers significantly better performance than entry-level chips from its era, such as the Pentium E5800, notes PC Builds.
While capable of gaming with adjusted settings, it lags behind newer architectures in modern, highly demanding scenarios, with tests showing significant FPS differences compared to later i5 models, notes YouTube.
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