Boxed Celeron 1.8GHz
Bottom line: The Intel Boxed Celeron 1.8GHz is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpus category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 1.8GHz/400FSB/128k
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Boxed Celeron 1.8GHz using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Intel's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpus of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- 1.8GHz/400FSB/128k
- Dynamic Execution technology
- Multiple branch prediction
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Celeron |
| CPU Speed | 1.8 GHz |
| CPU Socket | LGA 478 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Model Number | BX80531P180G128 |
| Mfr Part Number | BX80531P180G128 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Processor Speed | 1.8 GHz |
| Secondary Cache | 0.51 MB |
| CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
| Item Part Number | BX80531P180G128 |
| Processor Series | Celeron |
| Processor Socket | LGA 478 |
| Processor Core Count | 1 |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 0.51 MB |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858154642 |
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