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An overclockable Pentium!
Firstly, this is a strictly dual-core CPU with no hyperthreading, but this is a fast dual-core CPU that you can overclock.
The processor, before overclocking, is good on it's own. It is low power-consumption and has good instructions per-clock. This is a great CPU for mini-itx builds or HTPC's and a stock Intel CPU cooler is more than enough and will stay quiet.
This CPU will run some AAA games--you'll need to research what games have issues with only two cores/two threads. Many games really don't need core/thread count, but certain games have reported issues.
If you have a socket 1150 motherboard and are looking for a budget ~$40-50 CPU to play games on, I'd advise a Haswell-generation Pentium, like this one, over an FX series AMD processor.
HOWEVER
If you haven't purchased a motherboard, yet, I'd advise purchasing an Ivy-Bridge i5 - something like an i5 3470 for about $10-$15 more. This is a true quad core with similar IPC performance that doesn't warrant the worry of dual-core issues in modern games.Read full review
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Pentium 20th Anniversary Edition
Pros: 54w TDP
Unlocked Processor
High Overclock Potential
Built on 22nm Technology
Inexpensive ($50-70 price range)
Cons: DDR3-1333 support only
Dual-Core only
No HyperThreading
No AVX Support
Shaky Windows 10 Support
Other Thoughts: This processor may be based on Haswell however it's not a Core i7. Don't think that it can't harass a Core i7 in a few benchmarks, because it does strangely. This processor can be overclocked to about 4.5 GHz reliably; 4.7 GHz with some samples. I guess yields of some chips do vary, if you're lucky to get one that can reach this frequency. Mostly aimed at professional overclockers as no one will run this chip at stock frequency. I was able to reach 3.7 GHz without touching the voltage settings. I don't feel comfortable increasing the voltage as I don't want to damage the processor. What's not to like about this processor? An unlocked processor for $70... unheard of. Intel Corporation did an outstanding job creating this processor. Windows 10 will not run properly without modifications if you should choose to use this processor in your computer. For best results use Windows 7 SP1 or Windows 8.1 with a configuration using this processor.Read full review
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Waht a performance per dollar!
This CPU is great for casual web surfing and light gaming since it provides an excellent overclocking even with the provided cooler. It was just a few clicks to overclock it to 4.2 Ghz, and it makes the overall experience very snappy. If you don't need to run applications that demand parallel computations such as encoding video, then this CPU is a good candidate for your daily uses. Its power consumption is also very low like 35W ~ 70W for the system excluding monitor from my wall. Highly recommended.Read full review
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Whats not to like
A fully unlocked CPU that you can overclock? Currently running it at 4.8GHz on a gigabyte motherboard, with a stock cooler. Under stress the temp never rises above 68 C Males for one fast little computer.Read full review
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works great
motherboard has nice advanced features preforms good.
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No Problems.
I bought this Processor as suggested from a $400 USD system build I did for my mother so she can play modern games. No Problems with the install on the MSI Intel LGA 1150 H81M-E33. Almost the perfect duo!Read full review
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Budget bandito for all.
Performs cooler, faster, quieter stock than q6600 @ same speed. On par with i3 2k/3k series. Great for home, standard office work, and gaming .
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Cheap and packs a punch
This is my second system with this chip. Performs great for the price as well. I’d recommend that if get one to get a better fan. The stock fan performs but it could always be better.
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Great Processor for a Great Price
This is just the second G3258 LGA 1150 Socket Processor that I have purchased and it's still giving me all the performance I expect out of it and more. If your looking for a Processor for your home for downloading Videos, Music or streaming Music or Videos and watching TV,doing Word Processing you can't go wrong with this Processor especially for the PRICE. My first G3258 Processor is still going strong and would expect the same performance and reliability from this one.Read full review
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Intel G3258
Excellent processor .. plenty of speed and stability..
Its priced well too ..and it is an open processor that can be over clocked..
I do not advise over clocking..runs into high cost cooling and shortens the life of hardware..
This dual core will preform quite well in alot of games ,but don't kid yourself its not a quad core..
You can tune it ..but you may end up disappointed while playing modern games..
Most everyday users typical pc tasks wont be able to tell the difference between this CPU and multi core units which are expensive and use more power...thats for everyday tasks ..not gaming..Read full review
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