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Intel Core i5 750 review

Intel's entry-level quad lacks HyperThreading but still packs a hefty gaming punch

Our Score 4.5

Last reviewed: 2010-09-06September 6th 2010

Price at launch £150.00
Product Type Processor
Processor Core Quad-core (4 Core)
Processor Manufacturer Intel
Product Family Core i5
L3 Cache 8 MB
Clock Speed 2.66 GHz
Processor Socket Socket H LGA-1156
Brand Name Intel
Product Model i5-750
Green Compliant Yes
Green Compliance Certificate/Authority RoHS
64-bit Processing Yes
QuickPath Interconnect 2.50 GT/s
Processor Technology Virtualization Technology, Extended Memory 64 Technology, Enhanced SpeedStep Technology
L1 Cache 256 KB
L2 Cache 1 MB
Manufacturer Intel Corporation
Product Name Core i5 Quad-core I5-750 2.66GHz Processor
Package Type Retail
Product Line Core i5
Manufacturer Part Number BX80605I5750
Manufacturer Website Address www.intel.co.uk
Marketing Information

Get a major boost in PC power for fast multitasking at work or at play with the Intel Core i5 processor for desktops. With intelligent performance that accelerates in response to demanding tasks, such as playing games and editing photos, the new Intel Core i5 processor moves faster when you do.

Packaged Quantity 1
Platform Supported PC
Process Technology 45 nm
Standard Warranty 3 Year Limited

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Product Summary

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Awesome gaming grunt

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Massive overclocking headroom

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AMD six-core has better multi-threading

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New Core i5 760 model is better value

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