Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor

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Mine does not overclock well... only achieved 4.2 with 1.275v (using H50). Temp is also a bit higher than what I expected.

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This is the best CPU I've ever own, I can't believe I got mine for $215. It's an outstanding price for such a powerful CPU. I was using e8400 a 3.8Ghz and my new i5 2500k just tripled the fps on StarCraft 2 Ultra settings. I was so surprised, amazing upgrade indeed.I definitely recommend this and it's worth the upgrade. I hesitated at first, but I'm so glad I bought it.I think I got a bad one though, it's apparently rare for ones who can get a i5 2500k and oc it to 4.8ghz with low voltage. I'm at 4.4Ghz with 1.3v.

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This is awesome for its price compared to the old i5 quad. I got mine way back knowing it wont depreciate and has low doa rate so there is no harm in preparing. Unfortunately I cant use it since my motherboard of choice is not available yet so Im gonna have to keep using my tri core until it comes.

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Bought this for gaming and it is fast! I would've spent an additional $100 for an i7 but I learned there isn't much distinguishable difference anyway.I recommend this processor.

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Was very happy making this upgrade. It's by far the best CPU out there for the price. Its no contest to any other chip at the same price point in terms of speed. A good purchase for a gaming rig over the i7 2600k because it's cheaper and gaming doesn't need hyperthreading.

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This processor is fast!!! Got the K ver. for the better intergrated graphics. I paired this with a ASUS P8H67-M Evo mATX H67 LGA1155 and i easily overclocked the GPU within the Asus bios.

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Great proc. 100$ for hyper threading for a gaming machine was not worth it imho. OC's well...worth the lil' bit xtra for unlocked multi. Sits at 1.6 ghz idle so runs quiet and cool while just surfing.

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Great CPU and very fast, great for gaming, the +100$ model (2600K) with hyperthreading would be useful for audio/video/3D apps but not worth the extra for games.2 littles downsides :- they disabled VT-d (used in virtualization) only on models 2500K, 2600K and the first lowest i5 model.- if you want to use the integrated graphics HD3000 (which only 2500K and 2600K have) you need an H67 motherboard but will loose access to the overclock feature, otherwise you get P67 motherboard to overclock but cannot use the integrated graphics.

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Works great, just need a new motherboard now.runs fast just haven't tried any games yet as I need to upgrade my video card.

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First new processor in 5 years and WOW is it fast. I love Intel. Great price point.

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Bought this to replace my dead q6600 system. Night and day performance difference. Paired with the Asus P8P67 pro i have it running at 4.3 ghz on air just using the auto overclock feature. Temps at 55 at full load, idles at 29.

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I upgraded from an E6600 so this was a huge jump and was well worth it. This cpu is handling everything I'm throwing at it and looking for more. It has easily OC'd to 4.5Ghz with voltage around 1.225 so it could likely do more yet.If you're thinking of upgrading get this cpu, especially once Intel gets their chipset issue figured out.

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I upgraded from an old e6650 and I'm blown away by the performance increase, The sandy bridge CPU is a great purchase and you will not be disappointed

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i have not overclocked this thing yet as i simply haven't had to, its fast enough to run all my games at max and its great of simple every day taks such as unzipping and anything else you can think of.i am coming from a cor 2 duo, and i can tell a huge difference between that system and this onehighly recommended, |when the time comes instead of having to get a new processor, ill just simply get a new fan and overclock

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Read the reviews on the one. Blows everything out of the water. Don't hesitate to buy. Mine runs quite cool with a Spire II heatsink.

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THIS THING IS GREAT! It can OC to farther than 4.5GHz or air. Great for a gaming rig!

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One of my best cpu purchases since the legendary Phenom II 555 which easily unlocked to a quad-core. I almost bought an LGA1156 i5 and am so glad that I waited for this chip to be released. I hope Intel will release the rumoured "Z68" chipset sometime soon so I purchase another 2500k and a motherboard that has both onboard video and overclocking features.

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I chose this over the i7 2600k because its about 100 dollars cheaper and i couldn't really justify the 100 dollar cost with no increase in performance, or rather a really small gain in performance. Best cpu for gaming atm.

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If anything defines best price for performance, it's this CPU. It's on par with most of the 1366 i7's, for a lesser price too.

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Great CPU, got it on sale right after release. Runs cool with stock cooler (ambient temp in room 21 C, CPU temp at idle is 23-24C). Peak temp at 58 C with stock cooler. At idle, my H67 motherboard, no discrete graphics card system with this CPU is drawing just 27 watts. Amazing power savings on these newer CPUs. My old P4 3 Ghz system draws about 130 watts at idle for comparison.Gets me 7.6/7.9 in the Windows Experience Score. Integrated HD 3000 graphics gives me 6.3 in the score - not half bad for and integrated GPU.

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This thing is an absolute beast, 4.2ghz stock voltage running at 31 degrees on load is just insane compared to my old Q6600. Definitely a worth upgrade over my still great Q6600.

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I've had numerous computers, all with Intel processors. They make quality CPU's and have never had one fail me. Will continue to buy for quality parts. Recomended to those who want to overclock... get this not the standard 2500 version.

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Upgraded from a Q8200, I can't belive I'm missing out so much on CPUs

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Works well, especially coming from using an old core 2 duo.Didn't like the whole having to buy the k version to overclock though. Games running quite well, so overall i'm quite pleased.

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I upgraded from a q8200 to this thing and I just can't believe how much better my games run now. GTA IV just runs like a dream now, I've gotten almost a 50% performance increase on all games. My GTX 460 is like a whole different card now, overclocked to 4ghz no sweat, probably will do more once I get a better cooler. The Hyper TX3 cooler i bought with this just doesn't quite cut it.