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Intel - E2160 1.80G 1MB 800MHZ Pentium Dual Core Processor Box
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Intel - E2160 1.80G 1MB 800MHZ Pentium Dual Core Processor Box

Bottom line: The Intel - E2160 1.80G 1MB 800MHZ Pentium Dual Core Processor Box 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

  • ✓ Processor Type - Intel Pentium Dual-Core E2160
  • ✓ Backed by Intel's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Intel newest addition to the Intel Pentium family with dual-core processor technology that delivers great mobile performance, low power enhancements, and multitasking for everyday computing.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Intel - E2160 1.80G 1MB 800MHZ Pentium Dual Core Processor Box 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

  • Processor Type - Intel Pentium Dual-Core E2160
  • CPU Speed - 1.80GHz
  • Bus Speed - 800 MHz
  • L2 Cache Speed - 1.80GHz
  • L2 Cache Size - 1 MB

Full Specifications

BrandIntel
Weight1.80g
Wattage65 watts
CPU ModelPentium
CPU Speed1.8 GHz
CPU SocketLGA 775
Model NumberBX80557E2160
Mfr Part NumberBX80557E2160
Processor BrandIntel
Processor Count2
Processor Speed1.8 GHz
Secondary Cache1 MB
CPU ManufacturerIntel
Processor SeriesPentium
Processor SocketLGA 775
Cache Memory Installed Size1
Global Trade Identification Number00735858193740

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