Intel Core i5-3470
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.2 - 3.2 GHz
Socket: LGA1155
TDP: 77W
Price: $186.94 from Newegg
Intel Core i5-3470
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.2 - 3.2 GHz
Socket
LGA1155
TDP
77W
Best price from Newegg
$186.94
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-3470 packs 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks span 3.2GHz base to 3.2GHz boost. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the LGA1155 socket with a 77W TDP — about 19.3W per core.
6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Its $186.94 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 77 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | LGA1155 |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Ivy Bridge |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 2500 |
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