AMD EPYC 7573X vs Intel Core 2 Duo E6600
We do not have any performance data for the EPYC 7573X and the Core 2 Duo E6600 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
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Summary
About the AMD EPYC 7573X CPU
The AMD EPYC 7573X is a 32-core (64-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022 with a suggested retail price of $5,590. It is part of AMD's EPYC lineup, which is based on the Zen 3 microarchitecture. The EPYC 7573X is compatible with AMD Socket SP3 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The EPYC 7573X supports DDR4 memory and features a octa-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 8 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the EPYC 7573X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 768 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The EPYC 7573X features 32 total cores which can process 64 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The EPYC 7573X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
About the Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 CPU
The Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2006 with a suggested retail price of $224. It is part of Intel's Core 2 Duo lineup, which is based on the Conroe microarchitecture. The Duo E6600 is compatible with Intel Socket 775 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 65 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The Core 2 Duo E6600 supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core 2 Duo E6600 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Core 2 Duo E6600 features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.4 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Core 2 Duo E6600 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Series | EPYC | Core 2 Duo |
| Market Segment | Server | Desktop |
| Release Date | Q1 2022 | Q3 2006 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $5,590 | $224 |
| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |
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Benchmark Performance
We do not have any performance data for the EPYC 7573X and the Core 2 Duo E6600 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the EPYC 7573X and the Core 2 Duo E6600 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
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| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | -- | 419 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | -- | 261 |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 69,432 (+7,302.13%) | 938 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 2,674 (+182.96%) | 945 |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |
| Process Size | 7 nm | 65 nm |
| Transistors | 33,200 million | 291 million |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
|---|---|---|
| Series | EPYC | Core 2 Duo |
| Microarchitecture | Zen 3 | Conroe |
| Codename | Milan-X | Conroe |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | Octa-channel | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | Yes | No |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 32 | 2 |
| Threads | 64 | 2 |
| Clock Speed | 2.8 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | 3.6 GHz | -- |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Multiplier | 28.0x | 9.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 4 MB |
| L3 Cache | 768 MB | -- |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket SP3 | Intel Socket 775 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 4.0 x128 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 280 W | 65 W |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | EPYC 7573X | Core 2 Duo E6600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | -- | Motherboard Dependent |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, EMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4A, AVX, AVX2, ABM, BMI1, BMI2, FMA3, AES, RdRand, SHA, ADX, CLMUL, F16C, Real, Protected, SMM, FPU, NX bit, SMT, AMD-Vi, AMD-V, SME, TSME, SEV, SenseMi, Boost 2, 3D V-Cache | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, EIST, Intel 64, iAMT2, VT |
* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.