Intel's top 45nm dual-core frequency upgraded to 3.16G

by crazyhr on 2007-12-06 20:32:33

Intel enthusiasts should be very excited about the news that Intel will be releasing a new model with a clock speed as high as 3.16GHz in their dual-core Wolfdale processor lineup, part of the 45nm Yorkfield series. This 45nm dual-core Wolfdale processor is named the "Core 2 Duo E8500," featuring a default clock speed of 3.16GHz. It also comes with 6MB of shared L2 cache and a 1333MHz front-side bus (FSB), continuing to use the LGA775 socket. This makes it easy for users to upgrade to the high-frequency dual-core Core 2 Duo E8500, and...