Intel BOXED PENTIUM 4 2.8GHZ-HT 512K 800FSB S478 ( BX80532PG2800D )
Bottom line: The Intel BOXED PENTIUM 4 2.8GHZ-HT 512K 800FSB S478 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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Manufacturer description
Intel Pentium 4 - 2.80 GHz Processor - 2.8GHz
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel BOXED PENTIUM 4 2.8GHZ-HT 512K 800FSB S478 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.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Pentium |
| CPU Speed | 2.8 GHz |
| Model Number | BX80532PG2800D |
| Mfr Part Number | BX80532PG2800D |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Processor Speed | 2.8 GHz |
| Secondary Cache | 1 MB |
| CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor Series | Pentium |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858160377, 05032037003865 |
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Intel BOXED PENTIUM 4 2.8GHZ-HT 512K 800FSB S478 ( BX80532PG2800D ) is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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