Desktop Computer Review: Intel Celeron E3200 Review

This little Intel dual-core CPU won't win any benchmarks, but it does perform adequately.It is made in 45nm, so it uses a lot less power than the older 65nm technology Core-based, socket 775 CPUs.

I underclocked it to 2GHz, and built a system that sips only 35W.This is only about 5W more than an Intel Atom-based system, and this thing will whips its pants in terms of performance.

The heat sink fan (HSF) is a bit of a joke and costs it a star.The new ones are very small and keep the noisy fan.I wound up spending 2/3 of the the price of the CPU on a large, quality HSF with heat pipes.The aftermarket is so good for the CPU that it runs fanless.I feel bad about having to spend so much on the HSF, but I wanted a truly silent and low-power system.

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Product Description:
The Intel Celeron processor is designed to bring a balanced level of proven technology and value to basic PC desktops. With the Celeron processor you can expect an affordable and reliable PC for your home or home office to meet your basic computing needs, such as e-mailing friends and relatives, tracking home finances, and running interactive or educational software for your kids. It provides great balance between computing power and affordability. The entire family of Celeron processors delivers Intel technology, quality, and reliability to the desktop, value PC consumer.