Intel Pentium Pro 200Mhz 1M CPU SL259 / SL25A Socket 8 CPU NEW / NOS
Bottom line: The Intel Pentium Pro 200Mhz 1M CPU SL259 / SL25A Socket 8 CPU NEW / NOS 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
It is in new mint condition as seen on the photos. Q003 Q004 Q005 Q013 Q106 SL259 SL25A. The PentiumPro is optimized for 32 bit application while the Pentium I is optimized for 16 bit applications. Upgrade options Pentium II Overdrive.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Pentium Pro 200Mhz 1M CPU SL259 / SL25A Socket 8 CPU NEW / NOS 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
| l2_cache_kb | 1024 |
|---|---|
| core_clock_mhz | 200 |
Benchmark data for other processors
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