INTEL LGA1155 2ND GENERATION DESKTOP PROCESSOR

Intel 2nd Generation Core Desktop Processor Intel 2nd-generation Core desktop processors are based on the Sandy Bridge architecture and were introduced in Q1 2011. Built using a 32nm manufacturing process and designed for the LGA 1155 socket, these processors deliver reliable performance for everyday computing, office applications, and multitasking. They support dual-channel DDR3 memory, PCI Express 2.0, and integrated Intel HD Graphics on selected models, along with technologies such as Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, Hyper-Threading, and Intel Virtualization Technology, depending on the processor. Specifications Brand: Intel Product Type: Desktop Processor Generation: 2nd Generation Intel Core Microarchitecture: Sandy Bridge Launch Period: Q1 2011 Manufacturing Process: 32nm CPU Socket: LGA 1155 Processor Series: Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Pentium, and Celeron, depending on model Core Count: 2 or 4 cores, depending on model Thread Count: 2, 4, or 8 threads, depending on model Clock Speed: Varies by processor model Cache: Typically 3MB to 8MB Intel Smart Cache on Core i3, i5, and i7 models Memory Type: DDR3 SDRAM Memory Channels: Dual-channel Memory Speed: DDR3-1066 / DDR3-1333 Maximum Memory Capacity: Up to 32GB, depending on processor and system configuration PCI Express Version: PCI Express 2.0 PCI Express Lanes: Up to 16 lanes Integrated Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000 or Intel HD Graphics 3000 on supported models Thermal Design Power (TDP): Typically 65W for selected Core i3 models and 95W for many standard Core i5/i7 models; varies by processor Technologies Intel Turbo Boost 2.0: Available on supported models Intel Hyper-Threading: Available on selected models Intel Virtualization Technology: VT-x and VT-d support varies by model Intel Advanced Vector Extensions: AVX support Compatibility: Requires an LGA 1155 motherboard with a compatible chipset and BIOS * Processor Model Nos Must Be Deference