Intel Pentium MMX SL239 A80503166 166MHz Socket 7 CPU Processor 2.8V
Bottom line: The Intel Pentium MMX SL239 A80503166 166MHz Socket 7 CPU Processor 2.8V 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
The gold PGA pins are in good condition with no bent or missing pins visible. Model: Pentium MMX 166MHz (SL239). Single-core x86 processor with MMX instruction set support. Instruction Set: x86 / MMX.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Pentium MMX SL239 A80503166 166MHz Socket 7 CPU Processor 2.8V 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
| voltage | 2.8V |
|---|---|
| clock_mhz | 166 |
Benchmark data for other processors
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