Testseek.com have collected 58 expert reviews of the Intel Core i5 655K 3.2GHz Socket 1156 and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Intel Core i5 655K 3.2GHz Socket 1156.
June 2010
(79%)
58 Reviews
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Abstract: However, there are specific situations when unlocked processors like Core i7-875K and Core i5-655K can become an irreplaceable part of your system. First, these CPUs will undoubtedly become the users’ first pick for extreme overclocking experiments. Very often when we use advanced cooling methods it..
At stock settings, can't match performance of certain less costly Intel/AMD CPUs
If you're looking for an easily overclockable upgrade chip for your LGA 1156-based PC, you might find the 655K appealing, but most users will find better value in other Intel or AMD CPUs. ...
Intel's Core i7 875K and Core i5 655K are semi-interesting chips that may tickle the fancy of a few enthusiasts. The inescapable problem they face lies with the quality of sub-£200 full-retail CPUs from both Intel and AMD....
Abstract: Looking next to the i5-655K we have a processor which is an interesting mixture of specifications due to the on-board GPU and unlocked multipliers. These features usually appeal to two different market segments but combined on this £190 processor we have a CPU which is very appealing for those who want excellent productivity and media performance with..
Core i5-655k is a ‘fun’ chip, we had so much fun overclocking it. The Core i7-875k is probably the best value for money processor Intel have released this decade. Crank it !!...
Published: 2010-10-26, Author: Paul , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: Intel’s reign of dominance in the CPU market hasn’t skipped a beat this year, and now two more processors from the Californian chip maker enter the fray aiming to catch the eye of both system builders and overclockers – namely the Core i5 655K and the...
Abstract: Now our particular samples weren't exactly that great when we actually got down to overclocking. We certainly could have achieved similar results with default locked multipliers. We don't believe that Intel is binning these K-series processors for their overclokability, nor have Intel ever claimed to be doing so. Having said that, it will..
