Intel Celeron E1600 socket: LGA 775
The Intel Celeron E1600 uses the LGA 775 socket. It is a 65 W dual core Allendale desktop part at 2.4 GHz with 512 KB of L2 cache for office towers.
- Socket
- LGA 775
- Launched
- May 31, 2009
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 2
- Base power
- 65 W
- Codename
- Allendale
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Celeron
- Clocks
- 2.4 GHz
Intel Celeron E1600 specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 2 |
| Core architecture | Allendale cores on 65 nm |
| Clock | 2.4 GHz (no turbo) |
| Front side bus | 800 MT/s |
| Cache | 512 KB L2 (shared) |
| Thermal design power | 65 W |
| Manufacturing process | 65 nm |
| Memory support | DDR2 or DDR3, two channels (board dependent) |
| PCI Express | PCIe Gen 2 from the board chipset |
| Integrated graphics | None (board video where fitted) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | LGA775 |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Celeron E1600 needs a motherboard with a LGA 775 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| Intel 4 series | X48, P45, G45, G41 | Works out of the box |
| Intel 3 series | X38, P35, G33, G31 | Works out of the box |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 775.
LGA 775 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 775 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | 2004 |
| Memory | DDR, DDR2 or DDR3, depending on the motherboard chipset |
| Cooler mounting holes | 72 × 72 mm |
What the Celeron E1600 is
The Intel Celeron E1600 is a dual core Allendale desktop processor that Intel launched on May 31, 2009 at 2.4 GHz. It runs two Core cores at 2.4 GHz with no turbo, so 2 cores give 2 threads. The pair shares 512 KB of L2 cache on a 65 nm process with 105 million transistors. Power is rated at 65 W with an 800 MT/s front side bus.
The E1600 is a late Allendale dual for office towers on DDR2 boards. Against the Wolfdale E3200 at the same 2.4 GHz it trails on efficiency with the older 65 nm process. The 512 KB cache suits office suites and media playback.
There is no graphics on the CPU. Display comes from the board chipset or a discrete card.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The Celeron E1600 fits LGA 775 with 775 lands. Intel 4 series and 3 series boards boot Allendale natively.
The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers pairing rules, and the Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 page shows a quad on the same socket.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
Memory is DDR2 or DDR3 in two channels depending on the board chipset.
The 800 MT/s front side bus links the CPU to the chipset. PCIe Gen 2 slots hang off the chipset.
Cooling is the stock 65 W LGA 775 sink on the 72 × 72 mm pattern.
Upgrade paths
On LGA 775 the upgrade is a Wolfdale Celeron such as the E3400 on the same board. Beyond LGA 775 a move to LGA 1156 needs a new board.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Celeron E1600 use?
LGA 775, the 775-land package on 4 series and 3 series boards.
How many cores does the Celeron E1600 have?
Two cores and two threads at 2.4 GHz with 512 KB of shared L2 cache.
What memory works with the Celeron E1600?
DDR2 or DDR3 in two channels depending on the board chipset.
Sources and verification
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