Intel Pentium III 500MHz Slot1 SL365 + Cooler
Bottom line: The Intel Pentium III 500MHz Slot1 SL365 + Cooler 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
Shop Ebay Other articles Short delivery times Fast shipping products 3 year guarantee We issue invoice with VAT Quality guarantee 10 years on the market Description Intel Pentium III 500MHz Slot1 SL365 + Cooler Manufacturer Intel Intel Pentium III series Model Pentium III 500MHz Part number SL365 Base slot 1 Tapping 500MHz Multi -multiplier 5 Number of kernels 1 Number of threads 1 L1 cache 32kb L2 Cache 512kb Integrated graphics no Data Magistry 32-bit Cooling included yes 3-pin fan connection No original packaging. Is sealed in a static Beuatel. Written guarantee - 3 years !!! Product…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Pentium III 500MHz Slot1 SL365 + Cooler 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 | Katmai |
|---|---|
| fsb_mhz | 100 |
| clock_mhz | 500 |
| l2_cache_kb | 512 |
Benchmark data for other processors
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