Intel Pentium 4 2.80GHz 533MHz 512KB Socket 478 CPU
Bottom line: The Intel Pentium 4 2.80GHz 533MHz 512KB Socket 478 CPU 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
- ✓ 533 MHz system bus 512 KB L2 cache S-Spec: SL6S4, SL6PF
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
Manufacturer description
Intel Pentium 4 2.80 GHz Socket 478 CPU General Features: 2.80 GHz clock speed FC-PGA2 478-pin packa 533 MHz system bus 512 KB L2 cache S-Spec: SL6S4, SL6PF
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Pentium 4 2.80GHz 533MHz 512KB Socket 478 CPU 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
- Intel Pentium 4 2.80 GHz Socket 478 CPU General Features: 2.80 GHz clock speed FC-PGA2 478-pin packa
- 533 MHz system bus 512 KB L2 cache S-Spec: SL6S4, SL6PF
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | SL6S4 |
| UnitCount | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| ItemPartNumber | SL6PF |
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