Intel Core i3-2120 Processor 3.3 GHz 3MB Cache Socket LGA1155
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- Process Type: Intel Core i3 Processor i3-2120 Frequency: 3.3 GHz DMI: 5 GT/s
- Intel Smart Cache: 3 MB Process: 32 nm Socket: LGA1155
- Power Consumption: 65 W Max Memory Bandwidth: 21 GB/s Graphics Base Frequency: 850 MHz
- Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 1.1 GHz This processor is a Dual Core Processor
- This processor supports Hyper-Threading Technology This processor supports Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
- This processor supports Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology This processor supports Thermal Monitoring Technologies
- This processor supports Intel 64 This processor supports Idle States
- This processor supports Intel Fast Memory Access This processor supports Intel Flex Memory Access
Intel Core i3 Processor i3-2120 3.3GHz 3MB LGA1155 CPU
Intel Processor
Intel Core i3-2120 Processor 3.3 GHz 3MB Cache Socket LGA1155
List Price: $ 181.50
Price:
Fast, powerful, efficient, inexpensive,
I purchased this Intel i3 CPU to use in a server running Mac OS X 10.7, and I have to say, like the other reviews for this product, I am very impressed. When in use, the CPU temperature is about 90° Fahrenheit, which is quite cool. The performance is fast, nothing to brag about like an i5 or i7, but it’s great for my purposes. It runs well, and paired with the Gigabyte GA-H61M-DS2 motherboard and 8GB of gaming RAM, makes a great Mac server for under $250.
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|Great little work horse,
The I3 2120 is a great processor for an office environment or budget build. I just finished installing 5 custom Built computers at an alarm company and with their specialized software, hardware, combined with Microsoft Office, and Symantec Anti-virus this little processor has more than enough power to do anything they throw at it for the next few years. It runs cool just over 85F using stock heat sink and two case fans. I also have an I3 3Ghz in my business laptop which I use to run Windows 7 Ultimate, Office 2010 Pro Plus, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, edit audio/ video files and create websites. The laptop runs like a champ with the I3 processor and 4GB of ram.
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|Excellent entry level CPU,
The Intel Sandy Bridge line of processors is simply amazing. I have not a single complaint about them. The i3 is ideal for those who are simply doing web surfing and basic word processing. There are some older games that would likely run fine on this processor also. But, honestly it is the HD2000 graphics that have to be the biggest knock against this CPU (hence the 4 stars). But, that is about it! If you want to game with it, get a good graphics card and you’ll be fine. For reference, the i3-2320 is more powerful than some of the last generation Core i7s (such as the i7-930). Quite remarkable!
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