Gigabyte GA-686FX Rev 1.2 Socket 8 Pentium Pro 200MHz 440FX
Bottom line: The Gigabyte GA-686FX Rev 1.2 Socket 8 Pentium Pro 200MHz 440FX 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
Pentium Pro 200MHz CPU with heatsink & fan. Gigabyte GA-686FX Rev 1.2 motherboard. No bent pins / no missing components. 4 ISA slots available. Creative Sound Blaster 16 ISA sound card.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Gigabyte GA-686FX Rev 1.2 Socket 8 Pentium Pro 200MHz 440FX using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Gigabyte'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
| socket | Socket 8 |
|---|---|
| chipset | Intel 440FX |
| cpu_support | Pentium Pro 200 MHz |
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