Intel CPU names Explained (What the numbers and Letters really mean)
Intel's CPU names aren't actually as complicated as they look. The main way Intel divides up their processors is by using a 3,5,7,9 after the 'i' in their processor names. As you can imagine, the 3 is the budget, lower end, while the 7 and 9 are meant for gamers and people who need a very powerful computer. After that, it gets a little more complicated. These next letters and numbers tell us a little more about that specific CPU. Now before we go into them, this page is focusing on the 'Core' range, not the 'Pentium' and 'Xeon'. The 'Core' is the most popular and you are more likely to come across them than any of the other ranges. A Core "i3" chip is cheaper than the rest and is for budget computers, although some of them can be used for light gaming. This CPU would cost from $80 to $250. (£60 to £200) A Core "i5" chip is still a budget chip but can be used for more intense applications. This CPU would cost from $175 ...

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