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Intel Core i5-2500 3.3GHz LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor

Intel Core i5-2500 Sandy Bridge 3.3GHz (3.7GHz Turbo Boost) LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 2000 BX80623I52500

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32 nm Sandy Bridge
6MB L3 Cache
Intel HD Graphics 2000

Intel’s most popular family member adapts and looks better than ever. The 2nd generation Intel Core i5 processor delivers even more performance automatically when you need it and now a better visual PC experience built-in. With Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, the 2nd generation Intel Core i5 processor increases your PC’s speed automatically for your demanding applications. It also includes built-in graphics and a rich set of new features for a stunning and seamless visual PC experience with no additional hardware required. And when combined with Intel H67 Express chipset, Intel Core i7-2500 processor delivers visibly smart performance at its best for the desktop with its highest performance built-in graphics and media features.

New Microarchitecture on 32nm Process Intel’s cutting-edge 32nm microarchitecture with 2nd gen Hi-K+ metal gate process delivers the 2nd generation Intel Core processors with higher performance at lower power.
Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 More intelligent, energy-efficient, and dynamic than previous generation, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 gives you accelerating performance when you need it. It delivers an even greater automatic speed increase by allowing processor and graphics cores to run faster than the base operating frequency for demanding applications if the processor is operating below power, current, and temperature specification limits.
Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache Technology dynamically allocates the shared cache to each processor core based on workload. This efficient, multi-core-optimized implementation increases the probability that each core can access data from faster, more efficient cache subsystem resulting in significantly reduced latency for frequently used data and improved performance.
Integrated DDR3 Memory Controller Integrated memory controller enables two channels of DDR3 1333 MHz memory, resulting in up to 21 GB/sec memory bandwidth. Plus the memory controller's lower latency and higher memory bandwidth delivers amazing performance for data-intensive applications.
Built-in Visuals (with H Chipset) The visual features built into the 2nd generation Intel Core processor family deliver everything you need to enjoy a stunning and seamless visual experience. Intel Quick Sync Video and newly-added Intel Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) make media processing incredibly fast. New built-in Intel HD Graphics delivers discrete 3D graphics performance without the needed cost and power of a discrete graphics card, and features Intel Clear Video Technology than enhances video playback, image quality, and color fidelity for a premium visual experience. What’s more, add another dimension to what you see on your PC with Intel InTRU 3D technology which supports stereoscopic 3D Blu-ray playback in full 1080p resolution over HDMI 1.4.

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Model

Brand: Intel

Series: Core i5

Model: BX80623I52500

CPU Socket Type

CPU Socket Type: LGA 1155

Tech Spec

Core: Sandy Bridge

Multi-Core: Quad-Core

Name: Core i5-2500

Operating Frequency: 3.3GHz (3.7GHz Turbo Boost)

L2 Cache: 4 x 256KB

L3 Cache: 6MB

Manufacturing Tech: 32 nm

64 bit Support: Yes

Hyper-Threading Support: No

Virtualization Technology Support: Yes

Integrated Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000

Graphics Base Frequency: 850MHz

Multimedia Instruction: SSE4.1/4.2, AVX

Thermal Design Power: 95W

Cooling Device: Heatsink and Fan included

Manufacturer Warranty

Parts: 3 years limited

Labor: 3 years limited

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Warranty

Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years

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Filter Results Last 2 Weeks (0) Last 6 Months (10) All Reviews (264) 89% (235) 9% (25) 1% (3) 0% (0) 0% (1) Verified Owners Video Reviews Mfr. Responses keyword Go page SubmitTopPaginationForm of 27 previousTopPaginationForm\| nextTopPaginationForm
keepingitreal 4/15/2013 11:33:18 AM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 5/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5excellent Pros: -price -gets the job done Cons: really don't see any,,,, replace the fan if your going to be a heavy user, but you were gonna do that anyway right? Other Thoughts: compared this with a few amd quads of similar or better specs, there was no comparison, intel wins. paired with z68 8gb ram radeon 6850 seasonic 620w it all runs like a champ, going on year 3 now, playing newer games still at a pretty much high settings 1920x1080 with minor adjustments Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
JordanAustin 4/2/2013 7:37:17 PM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 5/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Works Pros: * Works Cons: * None Other Thoughts: * It's a processor. * Intel makes good stuff, never had a CPU go out or be bad over the years. * I always prefer aftermarket coolers for quiet and cooler temps but stock is fine. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 3/10/2013 4:49:35 PM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 5/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Who needs OCing? Pros: Fast. Powerful. Four cores. It's a great, versatile chip. I'm not really into overclocking (for now, anyway), so this was perfect for me. Cons: None. When I first fired the system up, temps were quite high, but this was due to a bundle of wires keeping the fan from turning, not because of anything wrong with the chip. Once that was fixed, it worked flawlessly. Other Thoughts: I actually have mine underclocked to keep temps down when running BOINC--currently it runs at about 3GHz. It's not a big difference in speed, but every little bit helps since I'm running with stock HSF. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Hector 3/4/2013 9:33:03 PM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 4/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5 Pros: Great price (at the time) and great processing power Cons: None to date. Other Thoughts: A VERY SHORT TIME AFTER my purchase, the 3rd gen. processors came out just about the same price I payed for this one. Obviously, should I have known, I would've waited for a 3rd gen. processor. But still, this processor is still going strong. No real regrets. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
sup bro 3/2/2013 11:30:57 AM Tech Level: 3/5 Ownership: 4/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 4/5Great Chip Pros: Very comfortable price and excellent performance makes this a great value for almost anyone. Cons: None. Other Thoughts: Pony up the little extra cash for the k version. This applies to the Ivy Bridge chips too. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Shag_Jag_Jim 2/14/2013 9:31:00 AM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 4/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Intel need I say more Pros: Price at the time, easy install, Speed Cons: Price when not on sale.. Other Thoughts: You can download a drive toolbox which optimizes your ssd drive and insures the integrity of the drive... Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 1/6/2013 8:24:08 PM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 5/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5 Pros: Works great, no issues so far Cons: None Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 1/3/2013 3:05:22 PM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 5/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Great Gaming CPU for the $ Pros: Extremely Fast, Powerful, and Intelligent processor. Can handle everything you could possibly throw at it. Quad-Core with a huge gHz rating. Cons: None Other Thoughts: Just make sure your Windows PC power mode is set to performance, otherwise Windows 7 will automatically downclock your CPU. 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 12/26/2012 9:41:40 PM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 4/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5 Pros: No issues after 6+ months. Works great, was a snap to install. Great performance. The stock fan that came with it has been more than enough to keep it cool, as I dont overclock. Cons: none Other Thoughts: I think the processor has been making a high-pitched squeal. Sounds similar to that faint, high-pitched, piercing noise you hear when using a CRT monitor. Its not a common occurrence. Since I dont know what the cause is, I cant dock points, but I thought it was worth mentioning. I'm not even positive if its the processor making the noise. It still works perfectly, regardless. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 11/27/2012 9:50:25 PM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 5/5	Rating: 5/5Wonderful CPU! Pros: I use this CPU for audio mixing and mastering. I've thrown just about every plugin at it and it doesn't bog down. 42 tracks, loaded! For the price, you can't beat it. Love it! Cons: Isn't free. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
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