Pros: * The stock heatsink/fan for -T CPUs are low-profile (about 1.4cm shorter than the standard stock Sandy Bridge HSF) * Low power consumption during loads (I measured a total power draw of just 41W for my entire system during a CPU benchmark.) * Clock-for-clock, about 15-20% faster than Core 2 CPUs while consuming much less power. Perfect for home servers.

Cons: * More expensive than the non-T G620. * The low-TDP effect of a T CPU can be exactly replicated using a non-T CPU with a board that supports underclocking and TDP limiting.

Overall Review: At idle, the G620T consumes the *same* amount of power as other Sandy Bridge CPUs. SpeedStep downclocks all desktop SB processors to 1.6GHz during idle, and Intel's aggressive power-gating means that extra cores do not consume extra power during idle. Compared to my i5-2400 (quad core), my G620T (dual core) in the exact same case/board consumes only 1W less during idle. Where the "T" difference kicks in is the lower maximum clock and TDP, so that this CPU does not overload the cooling and PSU of tiny systems (e.g., systems with a 60W picoPSU). But many boards (like one of the boards that I have) let you underclock a CPU and set a TDP limit lower than the factory setting. If you have one of those boards, you can underclock the CPU and lower the maximum TDP allowance and get the exact same results. So the only time it's worth paying the (small) price premium for a T CPU is if you need the low-profile HSF (1.4cm shorter) or if your board does not let you downclock.

Pros: Phenominal performance in a small package. Plays 720p streaming in a browser while burning a DVD+R DL, all at 38% CPU. Don't need extra video card for this workload. In the Shuttle SH67H3 case, never goes over 40C. I know I'm saving $$ every week running this low power, high performance processor. I would recommend it if you do not need Gaming/Professional level video features, that would take advantage of the core i5/i7 multiple cores or HT, or the advanced graphics processors on those chips. AES is ~130MB/s, AES-Twofish is ~48MB/s. Also, if you are going to get a PCI-e video card or two for your graphics work, the Pentium or a Core i3 should provide enough CPU to let your GPU do its job, saving you the $$ from an integrated HD Graphics 3000 that you wouldn't be using.

Cons: Windows does not detect Intel VT-x (VMX) extension, but Linux does? Occasional jitters when e.g. switching applications, performing a lot of Disk I/O such as installing a large program while trying to use a very dynamic application such as Chrome. Result of integrated SATA controller? Motherboard related? Unknown.

Overall Review: For the price difference between the Pentium lineup and the higher end Core i5/i7 models, you get a performance that is better than you would expect. The Pentium lineup has earned its name again, and packs a decent punch. Get it if: performance of a Core2 Duo on a motherboard with new features like USB 3.0, and SATA 6Gbps. Skip it if: you need heavy multi-threading, or A/V extensions, i.e. a Core i5/i7.

Pros: Cheap Low Profile HS Good enough for 1080p flash

Cons: Runs hot

Overall Review: I put this in a Habey 600 case. Second build with this case. First one used a 2100t, and now this one. Temps are about 10c hotter than the 2100t. I installed a 40mm silent fan on the side and temps are now similar to the 2100t which doesn't use a case fan. It's good, but since the fan was $10, the price difference is now less than $45, and I think it may be better to go with the i3 for future builds in this super small enclosure

Pros: At a minimum, this proc rocks!! Just perfect. While it is not intended to do video encoding, this is an excellent processor for most tasks from file server to even HTPC. It might be able to pass as a budget gaming machine with a discrete video card. And the low power and low price make it an excellent choice. Intel G620T Fractal Design Define Midi G.Skill Sniper 8GB memory 2x WD 2TB drives OCZ 60GB SSD

Cons: None!!

Overall Review: You need this chip!

Pros: Excellent budget processor. Provides owners with excellent upgrade route Low power yet high power :)

Cons: None yet. I got what I expected.

Overall Review: Great processor. Ruffly half as fast at full load (video encoding) as my wolfdale core 2 duo 3.2 ghz. I put this in a build for my grandmother. This machine will be the ultimate "email viewer". Paired with the graphics built in with this chip, grandmas computer was only $300. Awesome!

Pros: -Still can't believe that this is a "low end" low voltage processor! It absolutely screams running Windows Home Server 2011 w/8GB of RAM. -The included heat sink is tiny! When placed on my motherboard (an Asus P8H61-I (REV 3.0)), it sits lower than the RAM I have installed on the board (GSkill Ripjaws).

Cons: No hyperthreading, but all things considered, who cares? :D If you need dual core w/hyperthreading, you need to jump up to the i3 labled version of this processor (and you gain a 300Mhz speed bump in the process, but it'll cost you an additional $50).

Pros: Exellent Performance, Low Power usage and reliable, will suit an office like enviroment, and the Built in HD graphics are more than enough for HD web video (you tube), IE9 will take advantage of the built in GPU acceleration.

Cons: Dam thing dies after 6 months of nonstop usage, it was installed on a CCTV system, First I thought it was the motherboard which was an all solid capacitor model, it turned out that the CPU did not survive a power surge/spike, I'm hoping Intel Honors the warranty.

Overall Review: Intel CPUs are a realiable brand, this is the first time I had an Intel chip fail, a very rare event.

Pros: Low power consumption and good performance.

Cons: Stock heatsink runs hot and fan is noisy.

Overall Review: I am using these in an HP Pavilion Slimline mini-ITX build, and found the stock cooler too noisy (plus it ran hot). A Silverstone NT07-775 solved the problem.