Cpu Intel Pentium 4 2.8 Ghz/1m/800 Skt 478, Sl7ka, Phillipine
Bottom line: The Cpu Intel Pentium 4 2.8 Ghz/1m/800 Skt 478 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
Intel Pentium 4 with the identifier SL7KA is a classic desktop processor from the Prescott generation that came onto the market in the mid-2000s. Hyper Threading (HT): The processor features Hyper-Threading technology, which means that two logical cores are available to the operating system, even though it is physically a single-core processor. Instruction set extensions: Supports, among other things, MMX, SSE, SSE2 and the then new one SSE3-Extension. Heat development (TDP): With a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of approx. 89 watts This processor requires solid cooling, as Prescott cores are…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Cpu Intel Pentium 4 2.8 Ghz/1m/800 Skt 478 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 |
|---|---|
| bus_speed_mhz | 800 |
| core_voltage_v | null |
| clock_speed_mhz | 2800 |
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