A software developer is comparing two computer systems to use for compiling large software projects.
| Feature | Computer X | Computer Y |
|---|---|---|
| Clock Speed | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Cache Size | 6 MB | 2 MB |
| Number of Cores | 4 | 4 |
When compiling software, Computer X is likely to run faster than Computer Y.
Using the information in the table, identify one reason for this.
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