Intel Pentium II 350MHz Processor 512KB Cache Slot 1 SL2U3 80523PY350512PE
Bottom line: The Intel Pentium II 350MHz Processor 512KB Cache Slot 1 SL2U3 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 runs at 350MHz on a 100MHz front-side bus with 512KB of on-die L2 cache running at half-core speed. The S-spec is SL2U3, part number 80523PY350512PE, and it carries IBM FRU 02K2776. OPN / Part Number: 80523PY350512PE.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Pentium II 350MHz Processor 512KB Cache Slot 1 SL2U3 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
| core | Deschutes |
|---|---|
| sspec | SL2U3 |
| fsb_mhz | 100 |
| clock_mhz | 350 |
| l2_cache_kb | 512 |
| part_number | 80523PY350512PE |
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