Intel PENTIUM III-S SL5LW, 1266/512/133/1.45
Bottom line: The Intel PENTIUM III-S SL5LW 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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INTEL PENTIUM III-S SL5LW, 1266/512/133/1.45
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel PENTIUM III-S SL5LW 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 |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 165 watts |
| Platform | Not Machine Specific |
| CPU Model | Pentium |
| CPU Socket | Socket 1 4 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Mfr Part Number | SL5LW |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor Series | Pentium |
| Processor Socket | Socket 1 4 |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 12 MB |
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