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Build your computer with this 10th Gen Intel Core i3 desktop processor. Compatibility with the LGA 1200 socket installs effortlessly with 400 Series chipset-based motherboards, while the four cores and Intel Hyper-Threading Technology support running several applications simultaneously. This Intel Core i3 desktop processor has 6MB of L3 cache to preload frequently used files and apps, and the 3.6GHz clock speed offers fast loading of programs.
Q: The processor came with the Fan?
A: Hi aniyehudi, the Intel Core i3-10100 boxed processor does come with a heat sink fan combo thermal solution with thermal paste pre applied. Thank you for choosing Intel.
Q: does this come with windows installed?
A: No. The operating system must be installed to a hard drive or solid state drive (SSD) through a USB (thumb drive) or by DVD (CD) disk.
Q: will this work with HP laptop with AMD FX-9800P RADEON R7, 12 COMPUTE CORES 4C+8G
A: No that is AMD cpu not intel
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Q: Does this come with a cooler?
A: Yes it comes with a generic intel cooler.
Q: Does it have 2 ram slots as to be able to install 2 4 gig ram cards
A: CPUs don't have RAM slots, motherboards do.

Build your computer with this 10th Gen Intel Core i3 desktop processor. Compatibility with the LGA 1200 socket installs effortlessly with 400 Series chipset-based motherboards, while the four cores and Intel Hyper-Threading Technology support running several applications simultaneously. This Intel Core i3 desktop processor has 6MB of L3 cache to preload frequently used files and apps, and the 3.6GHz clock speed offers fast loading of programs.

Designed for socket AM4 motherboards using the powerful Zen 3 architecture, the 7nm 5th generation Ryzen processor offers significantly improved performance compared to its predecessor. With a base clock speed of 3.6 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 4.2 GHz in addition to 16MB of L3 Cache, the Ryzen 5 5500 is built to deliver the power needed to smoothly handle tasks ranging from content creation to immersive gaming experiences. You can boost performance further by overclocking this unlocked processor. Other features include support for PCIe Gen 3 technology and 3200 MHz DDR4 RAM with compatible motherboards. This processor has a 65W TDP (Thermal Design Power) and includes a Wraith Stealth cooling solution. Please note that it does not have an integrated GPU, so a dedicated graphics card is required.

12th Gen Intel Core i5-12400F desktop processor, without processor graphics. Featuring PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, 12th Gen Intel Core i5 desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and productivity and help deliver high performance. Discrete graphics required. Intel Laminar RM1 included in the box. Compatible with Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 65W Processor Base Power.

AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D The dominant gaming processor with AMD 3D V-Cache technology for even more game performance. Whatever the setting, whatever the resolution, lead your team to victory with this incredible gaming processor. Plus, enjoy the benefits of next-gen AMD 3D V-Cache technology for lower latency and even more game performance.
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i3 is usually looked at as being the bottom of the Intel CPU stack and that primarily does not change here. The 10th generation i3 has only 4 cores that are hyper-threaded to give you 8 threads. Essentially you have a very up-to-date i7 2600K, which came out in 2013, I believe. If you know anything about the history of computers that was the CPU that got us to where we are today. (Thanks Intel). Today, this would not be considered top of the line or anywhere near it, but it is still a great performer for a mid-tier 1080p gaming system. Pair this with an NVIDIA GTX 10 series GPU such as the 1070 or above or AMD Radeon 570 or above and you will not be disappointed with your purchase at all. This is great for entry level gaming PCs, but NOT for streaming, I suggest you move up the product stack to accomplish that kind of task.
This review is from Intel - Core i3-10100 10th Generation 4-Core - 8-Thread - 3.6 GHz (4.3 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA1200 Locked Processor
DizzieeDoe Posted
I bought this CPU for a home NAS and it has performed well beyond expected. It has handled being a Plex streaming server admirably and I honestly I expect it to last for many years to come.
This review is from Intel - Core i3-10100 10th Generation 4-Core - 8-Thread - 3.6 GHz (4.3 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA1200 Locked Processor
BernardM Posted
Great price for a 4 core CPU with good single threaded performance.
This review is from Intel - Core i3-10100 10th Generation 4-Core - 8-Thread - 3.6 GHz (4.3 GHz Turbo) Socket LGA1200 Locked Processor
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