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Core i7-2600: Elden Ring

Name: Intel Core i7-2600
Brand: Intel

$228.81

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In Elden Ring, the Core i7-2600 outperforms 16% desktop CPUs. It's currently in stock for $228.81. You should consider the faster Ryzen 7 9700X.

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Intel Core i7-2600 Processor 3.4GHz 5.0GT/s 8MB LGA 1155 CPU, OEM (CM8062300834302)

^$228⁸¹

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Core i7-2600 in Elden Ring

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Actual FPS may vary due to overclocking, background apps, RAM speeds (XMP/EXPO), and thermal throttling.

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Core i7-2600's Specifications

The CPU's core specifications

General
Release Date	Jan 9th, 2011
Current Price	$228.81
Segment	Desktop
Codename	Sandy Bridge
Socket	LGA1155
Power Consumption	95W

Performance
HowManyFPS Rank	TOP 430 (Desktop)
Cores / Threads	4 / 8
Base Frequency	3.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	3.8 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB

Other Features
Built-in GPU	Intel HD 2000
RAM	DDR3
Overclock Support	Not Overclockable

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