CPUDesktopReleased Jan 1, 2012

Intel Core i5-3550

4C/4T · 3.7 GHz · 77 W

The Core i5-3550 is a mainstream desktop processor from Intel's 3rd Generation (Ivy Bridge) Core i5 family, aimed at general-purpose desktop PCs and office systems of the early 2010s. It pairs Intel HD Graphics 2500 integrated graphics for everyday display output and light gaming without requiring a discrete GPU. Built for the LGA1155 socket and 7-series chipsets, it was a common choice in mainstream OEM desktops and DIY builds of its era.

General

Manufacturer: Intel
Model: Intel Core i5-3550
Segment: Desktop
Generation: 3rd Gen Intel Core
Codename: —
Architecture: x86_64
Microarchitecture: Ivy Bridge
Release date: Jan 1, 2012
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Cores & clocks

Cores / threads: 4 cores / 4 threads
Base clock: 3.30 GHz
Boost clock: 3.70 GHz
TDP (design W): 77 W
Unlocked: ✕ No
L2 cache: —
L3 cache: 6 MB
Technology (nm): 22 nm
22 nm

Platform

Socket: FCLGA1155
2-CPU (multi-socket): ✕ No
Integrated GPU: HD 2500
Clock: 1,150 MHz
Memory type: DDR3 1333/1600
2-channel
Memory size: Up to 32 GB
ECC memory: ✕ No
PCIe: 3.0 (16 lanes)

Instructions & AI

Instruction extensions: —
NPU: None

OS support

Windows: Windows 10
Linux: UbuntuFedoraArch Linux
Notes: Ivy Bridge (2012) originally shipped with official Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1 support; predates the Windows-10-only restriction Microsoft introduced with Kaby Lake.