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Intel Pentium D 820

Intel Pentium® D 820, 2.8 GHz (BX80551PG2800FN) Boxed Processor

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Intel Core i5 2500K, 3.3 GHz Processor

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Product Description
Whether performing video editing, playing graphic intensive games or running multiple background tasks simultaneously, users today have high expectations for their PC performance with little... More
Whether performing video editing, playing graphic intensive games or running multiple background tasks simultaneously, users today have high expectations for their PC performance with little tolerance for degradation in experience. For people who run multiple demanding applications simultaneously, the Intel® Pentium® D processor is Intel's preferred desktop processor. Because it is powered by two execution cores in one processor it offers exceptional functionality and performance so consumers get the most productivity and enjoyment from their PCs when one or more people are running multiple applications at the same time. Less
The Intel Core i5 processor delivers the next level of productivity. With Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, this quad-core processor with 4-way multitasking capability delivers extra speed... More
The Intel Core i5 processor delivers the next level of productivity. With Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, this quad-core processor with 4-way multitasking capability delivers extra speed whenever you need it as well as security features to help protect information and data.2nd generation Intel Core i5 processors feature Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Virtualization Technology, enabling required security applications and protocols to run efficiently in the background without compromising productivity. Today's more visually sophisticated communication needs will be met with Intel HD Graphics 3000 Technology, integrated into 2nd generation Intel Core processors. Less
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Key Features   
Clock Speed 2.8 GHz 3.3 GHz
Package Type Intel Boxed -
Architecture 90 nanometers -
Socket Type   Socket LGA775 Socket LGA1155
Product Type Processor Processor
Bus Speed 800 MHz -
Processor Type Pentium D Core i5
Processor   
Processor Number 820 -
Processor Type   Pentium D Core i5
Clock Speed   2.8 GHz 3.3 GHz
Manufacturer Intel Intel
Product Type   Processor Processor
Memory   
L2 Cache Size 2 MB 1 MB
L1 Cache Size   - 256 KB
Other Features   
Package Qty. 1 1
Platform   PC PC
Compatible Chipsets Intel 955X Express • Intel 945G Express • Intel 945P Express • Intel E7230 • Intel 975X Express -
Processor Features Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) • Execute Disable Bit • Dual Core -
Brand Intel Intel
Miscellaneous   
UPC 675900691582 735858217354
Product ID 24713264 106533190
Product MPN   
MPN BX80551PG2800FN -
 
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Intel Pentium D 820
Intel Pentium® D 820, 2.8 GHz (BX80551PG2800FN) Boxed...
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Intel Core i5
Intel Core i5 2500K, 3.3 GHz Processor
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Product Review Summary

4.3
Based on 3 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Half kookoo, half crazy

byg_notorious Jul 14, 2006
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Pros Excellent for applications that use dual processing (MPEG Encoding), heat management,...
Cons Not many games support dual core...yet, becomes unstable if overclocked
Recommended it? Yes

If you're looking for a cheap, fast, modern processor, then this entry level revision of the Pentium D processor is for you. The power of dual core will unleash the true capabilities, of your applications, making your work, or gaming more efficient. There will be no more slacking off while using... Read full review »

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Actually, it overclocks very well!

bydoc_cls Nov 29, 2006
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros fast
Cons needs well thought-out cooling
Recommended it? Yes

With a simple Swiftech water cooling rig, i'm currently running mine 24/7 at 3.6GHz, not getting over 45-deg C with both cores occupied 100% on video-encoding tasks. i'm using an Asus P5LD2 MB, and i've cranked the core and memory voltages a bit (Corsair memory is running 1:1 with the FSB), but... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.0
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Pros
  • None Yet
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  • None Yet
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Consumer Reviews

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Quality Processor

byjimbok Jan 16, 2012
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros -Speedy- great for gamers<br>-Cool<br>-Quad core<br>-Good mobo...
Cons -Included fan is cheap<br>-Not so good for the most CPU-intensive tasks
Recommended it? Yes

This is a great processor, definitely powerful enough for almost all users. This is more than enough for even hardcore gamers, and is a much faster processor than even the 8-core AMD CPU's. I am using this processor in my current PC, and it has performed admirably. I can overclock to 4.4 Ghz,... Read full review »

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Currently The Best Bang For Your Buck

bykingstonltd Oct 23, 2011
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Best Bang for the Buck<br>Fast<br>Not too expensive<br>Overclocks very...
Cons Might require a new motherboard/memory
Recommended it? Yes

Intel's i5 2500k is Currently The Gamer's Choice

I'm a hardcore PC gamer. There, I admitted it. When I was upgrading my gaming rig a few months ago I did some extensive research on what was currently the best CPU for the price. That CPU was the i5 2500k.

Here's... Read full review »

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