Product Overview
The Intel Core i5-2550K 3.40GHz Socket 1155 Sandy Bridge OEM Desktop CPU delivers exceptional performance for any computing task. Designed for desktop applications, this microprocessor is part of the renowned Intel Core i5 family, making it an ideal choice for gamers, content creators, and everyday users seeking a powerful upgrade.
Operating at a base frequency of 3.40 GHz and capable of reaching turbo speeds of up to 3.80 GHz, the i5-2550K ensures efficient processing for demanding applications. Its robust architecture, built on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture, combines four processing cores with four threads, enabling multitasking and seamless performance for applications that require concurrent processing.
With a bus speed of 5 GT/s DMI and a clock multiplier of 34, this CPU optimizes data transfer rates and enhances system responsiveness. The package features a 1155-land Flip-Chip Land Grid Array socket, making installation straightforward in compatible motherboards.
The i5-2550K is equipped with generous cache sizes, including a 6 MB Level 3 cache and 4 x 256 KB Level 2 cache, ensuring rapid access to frequently used data. It supports up to 32 GB of physical memory, making it suitable for memory-intensive applications, while its integrated floating-point unit ensures efficient performance for both gaming and high-end calculations.
Designed with a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 95 watts, this CPU balances performance and energy efficiency, making it an excellent choice for environmentally conscious users. Whether assembling a new desktop or upgrading an existing setup, the Intel Core i5-2550K provides the processing power and reliability needed for an enhanced computing experience.
Operating at a base frequency of 3.40 GHz and capable of reaching turbo speeds of up to 3.80 GHz, the i5-2550K ensures efficient processing for demanding applications. Its robust architecture, built on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture, combines four processing cores with four threads, enabling multitasking and seamless performance for applications that require concurrent processing.
With a bus speed of 5 GT/s DMI and a clock multiplier of 34, this CPU optimizes data transfer rates and enhances system responsiveness. The package features a 1155-land Flip-Chip Land Grid Array socket, making installation straightforward in compatible motherboards.
The i5-2550K is equipped with generous cache sizes, including a 6 MB Level 3 cache and 4 x 256 KB Level 2 cache, ensuring rapid access to frequently used data. It supports up to 32 GB of physical memory, making it suitable for memory-intensive applications, while its integrated floating-point unit ensures efficient performance for both gaming and high-end calculations.
Designed with a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 95 watts, this CPU balances performance and energy efficiency, making it an excellent choice for environmentally conscious users. Whether assembling a new desktop or upgrading an existing setup, the Intel Core i5-2550K provides the processing power and reliability needed for an enhanced computing experience.
| Type | CPU / Microprocessor |
| Market segment | Desktop |
| Family | Intel Core i5 |
| Model number | i5-2550K |
| CPU part numbers | CM8062301213000 is an OEM/tray CPU |
| BX80623I52550K is a boxed CPU | |
| Spec code | SR0QH |
| Frequency | 3400 MHz |
| Turbo frequency | 3800 MHz |
| Bus speed | 5 GT/s DMI |
| Clock multiplier | 34 |
| Package | 1155-land Flip-Chip Land Grid Array |
| Socket | Socket 1155 / H2 / LGA1155 |
| Microarchitecture | Sandy Bridge |
| Processor core | Sandy Bridge |
| Core stepping | D2 (QC4A, SR0QH) |
| Manufacturing process | 0.032 micron High-K metal gate process |
| Data width | 64 bit |
| The number of CPU cores | 4 |
| The number of threads | 4 |
| Floating Point Unit | Integrated |
| Level 1 cache size | 4 x 32 KB |
| Level 2 cache size | 4 x 256 KB |
| Level 3 cache size | 6 MB |
| Physical memory | 32 GB |
| Multiprocessing | Uniprocessor |
| Thermal Design Power | 95 Watt |
