The Intel Core 2 Duo E8700 was a desktop processor with 2 cores, launched in November 2009. It is part of the Core 2 Duo lineup, using the Wolfdale architecture with Socket 775. Core 2 Duo E8700 has 6 MB of L2 cache and operates at 3.5 GHz. Intel is building the Core 2 Duo E8700 on a 45 nm production process using 410 million transistors. The multiplier is locked on Core 2 Duo E8700, which limits its overclocking capabilities.
With a TDP of 65 W, the Core 2 Duo E8700 consumes typical power levels for a modern PC. Intel's processor supports DDR1, DDR2 and DDR3 memory with a dual-channel interface. Actual memory technology support depends on the chosen motherboard, because the memory controller is located on the motherboard (not in the processor). For communication with other components in the computer, Core 2 Duo E8700 uses a PCI-Express Gen 2 connection. Although the processor doesn't come with integrated graphics, certain motherboards with compatible chipsets can provide this capability.
Hardware virtualization is available on the Core 2 Duo E8700, which greatly improves virtual machine performance.