Part 1: Intel Pentium Processor Extreme Edition 955
Intel Processor 955 Extreme Edition Features and Specifications
Intel 9XX Series Processors and Pricing:
If you are starting to read this article and already losing hope, because there is a $999 price tag fear not as Intel is also rolling out several other 9XX series processors at lower price points. Intel has confirmed that it has been mass-producing 65 nm Pentium D processors for some time now in its D1D fab in Hillsboro, Oregon and they will be on the market to purchase starting January 16, 2006.
- Intel 955 – $999 – 3.46GHz
- Intel 950 – $637 – 3.4GHz
- Intel 940 – $423 – 3.2GHz
- Intel 930 – $316 – 3.0GHz
- Intel 920 – $241 – 2.8GHz
It seems like the only difference that the Intel 955 has over the other 9XX series processors is the higher front side bus and a bigger price tag. The lower end processors should provide overclockers and enthusiasts who want to overclock a great price versus performance value as you will see when you get to the overclocking section.
Intel Pentium Processor EE 955 Specifications:
- 3.46GHz Dual Core Processor
- 1066MHz “Quad-Pumped” frontside bus
- .065-micron manufacturing process
- 4MB on-chip, full-speed L2 cache – 2MB for each core
- LGA775 Packaging – Land Grid Array
- 1.20 – 1.33V operating voltage range
- 130 watts TPD (Thermal Design Power)
- Die Size: Approximately 140mm2
- Approximately 376M Transistors
Intel 955 Processors Feature Chart:
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
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Dual-Core Processor |
Provides two independent processor cores in one physical package allowing the platform to do more in less time while you enjoy responsive interaction with your PC |
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Intel Hyper-Threading |
Allows each core to function as two logical processors providing better data throughput when used with thread-enabled software |
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Intel Virtualization |
Enables platforms to run multiple operating systems and/or applications in independent partitions or environments |
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2 x 2 MB Level 2 Cache |
Each processor core is equipped with its own 2 MB Level 2 cache allowing the execution cores to quickly access data for processing |
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1066 MHz FSB Delivers |
Delivers excellent system bandwidth for maximizing efficiency and improving system performance |
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Execute Disable Bit |
Offers improved protection against malicious “buffer overflow” attacks when properly enabled with a supporting operating system |
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Intel Extended Memory |
Enables platforms to access larger amounts of memory and will support developing 64-bit operating systems and applications |
Now that we know the basic features of the Presler processor let’s move on to taking a closer look at the temperatures.
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