Intel SL4CB Pentium III 866/256/133/1.7V CPU. SL4CB.
Bottom line: The Intel SL4CB Pentium III 866/256/133/1.7V CPU. SL4CB. 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 Base Frequency: 866 MHz // Number of Cores: 1
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
Processor Base Frequency: 866 MHz // Number of Cores: 1 L2 Cache: 256 KB FSB Speed: 133 MHz
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel SL4CB Pentium III 866/256/133/1.7V CPU. SL4CB. 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 Base Frequency: 866 MHz // Number of Cores: 1
- L2 Cache: 256 KB
- FSB Speed: 133 MHz
- TDP: 26.1 W // VID Voltage Range: 1.75V
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | SL4CB |
| UnitCount | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| ItemPartNumber | SL4CB |
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Intel SL4CB Pentium III 866/256/133/1.7V CPU. SL4CB. 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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