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Processor Series 
This is the name the manufacturer gives to a series of CPUs using the same technology. You will want to make sure your chosen CPU matches the type your motherboard is designed to accept.
Intel Core i3
Intel Core i3
Intel Core i3
Intel Core i3
Processor Speed 
Processor speed indicates how quickly the CPU can perform calculations. Higher speeds allow for faster calculations, meaning less wait time.
3.5 GHz
3.5 GHz
3.6 GHz
3.6 GHz
Number of Cores 
Many modern CPUs have multiple cores. The number of cores is the number of processors that make up the CPU. Having more cores allows the CPU to perform more calculations at once, meaning less wait time.
2
2
2
2
CPU Socket Type 
The socket type is the kind of connection used to mount the CPU to the motherboard. Intel and AMD each make their own types of sockets. You will want to make sure your new CPU socket type matches that of your chosen motherboard.
When this CPU was available for only $5 more than the 4130 I opted for it without a second thought. It has far exceeded my expectations. I've built well over 100 computers during the past decade and this might be the fastest of the bunch. How much of the speed is due to the SSD that is paired with it I don't know, but I've used the same drive with 3 other computers, including an i5 and a AMD 8-core , and this is the quickest system of the group. For those who don't know, these i3's have 4 threads even though they are dual cores. Windows device manager shows them as having 4 cpu's as though they were quad cores. Also, the newer Intel 4600 graphics are a big improvement of previous on-chip models. They are on par with discrete cards in $70-$90 range--at least they bench mark that high. I'm not a gamer, so I haven't tested them in the "heat of battle", so to speak.
In a nutshell I have nothing but good things to say about this chip. It uses only 54 watts and even the CPU fan that so many users have complained about (not necessarily this one, but stock Intel fans in general) has worked fine. It is very easy to install, keeps my system cool, and runs quiet.
Key components of System:
Intel i3-4330 Dual Core Gigabyte LGA 1150 Intel H81 USB 3.0 SATA 6Gbps 8GB (2 x 4) G.Skill Ripjaws 1600Mhz Kingston SSDNow 120GB Solid State Drive 1TB Seagate Baracuda 7200 RPM 64MB Cache storage drive Thermaltake TR2 500W Power Supply
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I got the i3 for my HTPC and love it. It lower power so it run cool and quiet but if I throw something at it that involves a little more power it can handle it. Love the processor so far.
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5/5 stars. i purchased this CPU for my htpc build. i went the Intel route instead of AMD because this cpu runs at 54 watts. amd cant beat that. i mainly use this cpu for blu-ray playback using intel HD graphics, which is more than enough. if i ever wanted to start gaming all i would need is a discrete gpu and this CPU can handle anything, i'm sure of that. i also love that this i3 has hyper-threading enabled. i cannot stress enough how FAST this thing is, for $125. it takes seconds to boot to my desktop. my tv is still black when this thing is in desktop. my htpc setup CPU-i3 4330 MOBO- asus H81M-A micro atx RAM - 4 gig gskill PSU- corsair 400 watt bronze GPU- none- using onboard intel hd graphics 4600 SSD- 120 gig crucial
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Part of my new build. This one replaced an old Athlon II X250 @3.0ghz. Performance is mind blowing coming from an AM3 platform. The Athlon did everything i needed except for hardware AES enc/dec. Years ago i coded an AES library wich i use almost every day. Now i'll be able to implement the AES-NI instruction set in my library. I've seen the benchmarks and i expect a big improvement in bytes/sec decoding AES with this CPU. Will play with AVX in future, that should come in handy.
Really, performance is mind blowing and is 10 watts TDP lower than my beloved Athlon. By upgrading my old CPU, my ram can now run to its full 1600 mhz. IPC in Intel really is important and with extra 500 mhz i'll be done for decades.
Runs cool (35ºC range avg). Fan is inaudible in my setup. Heatsink looks flimsy but seems to be more than enough and is very low profile. Really adequate for HTPC, no need for aftermarket cooling in my case. I liked the AMD AM3 heatsink attachment more than the Intel.
I've been doing my own stuff (programming only) and light gaming but this thing obviously does the job perfectly. Paired with an SSD, my system response is instant. I optimized a Windows 7 installation for SSD. A crazy new experience for me.
I prefer this processor to any AMD Octa core to come, it smokes them out of the water.
My last Intel CPU was a Pentium 3 Katmai Slot 1 @ 500 mhz and now this?...hahaha. It feels good to be back.
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work as expected with good performance and low power. I measured about 55Watts on desktop with Intel 530 SSD, 4GB RAM, Intel i3-4330, MSI H87M G43, with 15" Philips LCD
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Cool, fast and powerful. Much better balanced than its predecessors thanks to the improved Intel Processor Graphics. Would recommend for HTPC, general use or home made console / emulation machine.
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Got this CPU to power an eventual Steam Machine, but right now I have it doing work for a Windows 8.1 SFF gaming computer. Paired it with 8GB of DDR3 1600 RAM, a Radeon 7850 2GB OC, and an H61 based mITX mainboard. Currently averages around 150-200+ fps in CSGO at 1080p max settings and ~60-100 fps in BF4 at 1080p medium/high mixed settings. All in all, the entire build cost me about $400 or so to put together. Very happy with the price/performance ratio.
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