TDP of up to 136 Watts
The email mentioned above goes on to state that the new Core 2 Extreme QX9770 will have a specified TDP of 136 Watts. From this we can deduce that no current Intel chipset – be it the X38 or the P35 – will support the new CPU, since they are only specified for a maximum TDP of 130 Watts. This high thermal design power given by Intel raises a few questions in our minds. In our measurements with the current QX9650, which runs at 3.00 GHz at stock speeds, we only recorded a power consumption of less than 73 Watts. So how does Intel arrive at a TDP of 136 Watts?
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Update: We measured the power consumption of the new CPU and compared it to the QX9650. Running both CPUs at an identical frequency of 3.00 GHz on a 333 MHz FSB (1333QDR) with stock core voltage, we measured a difference of roughly 26 Watts. On our Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 motherboard, the QX9770 running at 3.20 GHz drew 103.5 Watts. Its predecessor, the QX9650, was more frugal, undercutting its younger sibling by 30.6 Watts. |
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Update: The new model also operated stably at 4.00 GHz once we increased the core voltage to 1.40 Volts. Here we are seeing the benefits if the K-Gate technology of the 45 nm process. |
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Update: Intel has meanwhile confirmed that the QX9770 is rated at a TDP of 136 Watts, meaning that the maximum thermal dissipation was raised by 6 Watts compared to the QX9650. Intel’s comment: “The TDP is a specification that is primarily of interest to system builders (OEMs). It allows the OEM to design as system that can handle the heat generated by the processor based on this value. The unchanged TDP rating simplifies the process of designing and building new systems. To the end user, the value that is more interesting is power consumption on a system level, i.e. how much power the entire PC, server or laptop consumes.“ |
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hang on? pg 4, the table is in german (not that it matters, since the nm doesn't really change between language...
and on pg 7, that comment about it being for the enthusiast segment..... i'm not so sure...... since if its basically just a higher FSB version, most enthusiasts will just take it way higher anyway
I think it's hilarious how concerned intel were at the last article- it didn't put that bad a light on it as I remember...
lol intel got that CPU to you qwick and i am glad i did not by a x38m i would of bin pist D:
More upgrade confusion..great if you have wads of cash. Not so great for Intel as most people don't.
Best and most greatest selfish example of industry driven dribble I have ever seen. Pointless and further more petty baby steps towards getting the high stand. Nice.
Can't really see the point of this CPU.
Apart from neding a new chipset, what's the deal with a mere 5% performance increase for an additional 40% more power consumption.
Given the impressive energy efficiency of the QX9650, I don't understand how so much extra power is drawn for the tiny boost in performance - what's going on?
I think its important that you incorporate into your review on the qx9770 the following info I got from Intel support:
Thank you for contacting Intel(R) Customer Support.
The only cooling solution we recommend for this processor is the liquid based cooling. We can not guarantee performance nor reliability if an air cooling solution is used.
Please do not hesitate to contact us again if you need further assistance.
Sincerely,
Intel(R) Customer Support