Mainboard Intel A27218-206 Socket 370 2x DIMM 4x PCI
Bottom line: The Mainboard Intel A27218-206 Socket 370 2x DIMM 4x PCI is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards 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
Shop eBay Other items contact Short delivery times Fast shipping products 3 year guarantee We issue an invoice with VAT Quality guarantee 10 years on the market Description INTEL A27218-206 p.370 DIMM PCI Type: MOTHERBOARD Manufacturer: INTEL Model: A27218-206 Base: 370 Memory: 2x DIMM Expansion slots: 4x PCI, IDE, FLOOPY Back panel: PS/2, USB, COM, VGA, LPT, AUDIO No original packaging. Will be sealed in a static bag. Written guarantee - 3 years !!! Product gallery More information Goods will be shipped within 48 hours of receipt of payment. We issue an invoice with VAT - 3 year guarantee…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Mainboard Intel A27218-206 Socket 370 2x DIMM 4x PCI using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Intel's retro motherboards 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 motherboards 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
| pci_slots | 4 |
|---|---|
| dimm_slots | 2 |
| memory_type | SDRAM |
Benchmark data for other processors
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