Intel Pentium E5500
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 2C / 4T
Clock: 2.8 - 2.8 GHz
Socket: LGA775
TDP: 65W
Price: $29.95 from Amazon
Intel Pentium E5500
Cores
2C / 4T
Clock
2.8 - 2.8 GHz
Socket
LGA775
TDP
65W
Best price from Amazon
$29.95
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Overview
The Intel Pentium E5500 packs 2 cores and 4 threads. It drops into the LGA775 socket with a 65W TDP — about 32.5W per core. Clocks span 2.8GHz base to 2.8GHz boost. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $29.95, which lands it among budget options.
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 2 |
| Socket | LGA775 |
| Threads | 4 |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Wolfdale |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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