Intel Pentium III-S 1400/512/133/1.45V 1400MHz Server Processor, SL5XL, Tualatin
Bottom line: The Intel Pentium III-S 1400/512/133/1.45V 1400MHz Server Processor 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
SL5XL S-Spec. Tualatin Family CPU. As any functional testing would render said parts used, we do not test these parts.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Pentium III-S 1400/512/133/1.45V 1400MHz Server Processor 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
| fsb_mhz | 133 |
|---|---|
| vcore_v | 1.45 |
| core_name | Tualatin |
| l2_cache_kb | 512 |
| core_clock_mhz | 1400 |
Benchmark data for other processors
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