Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz Desktop CPU Processor- SL6EF
Bottom line: The Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz Desktop CPU Processor- SL6EF 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
Type|CPU / Microprocessor Family|Intel Pentium 4 Part number|RK80532PE056512 is an OEM/tray CPU | BX80532PE2400D is a boxed CPU Spec Codes | SL6RZ / SL79B / SL6SH / SL6Q8 / SL6EU / SL6EF / SL6DV / SL6D7 / SL684 / SL67Z / SL6PC Frequency |2.4 GHz Bus speed |533 MHz Package type|478-pin FC-PGA2 Socket type|Socket 478 (mPGA478B) Processor core|Northwood Number of cores|1 L2 cache size |512 KB
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz Desktop CPU Processor- SL6EF 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 | 2.4 GHz |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| Connectivity | 2.4GHz |
| Mfr Part Number | IP24C5 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 4 |
| Processor Speed | 2.4 GHz |
| CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor Series | Pentium |
| Processor Socket | Socket 478 |
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