Today on a computer hardware website named NewEgg.com released the new Intel Core i5 750 ($209.99) and the Intel Core i7 860 ($299.99)and 870 (at a whopping $579.99). This marks the official release of the new Intel Core i5 processors that use the 1156 socket type.
Intel’s plan is the Core 2 Duo/Quad series will disappear before Q1 next year, being replaced by Nehalem-based Core i7/i5/i3. In addition, some Pentium processors will also employ Nehalem architecture.
The Core i7 will target the high-end market, the Core i5 is designed for mid-range segment, and the Core i3 is aimed for entry-level market. Pentium is used for ordinary applications, Celeron for entry-level solutions, and Atom for netbooks and handheld devices.
Intel also have Lynnfield and Clarkdale products to offer. Lynnfield consists of Core i7-800 and Core i5-700. To be more exact, it includes Core i7-870, Core i7-860 and Core i5-750 models. Clarkdale is the Core i5-600 and Core i3-500 series, which has not released yet.
Intel also have Lynnfield and Clarkdale products to offer. Lynnfield consists of Core i7-800 and Core i5-700. To be more exact, it includes Core i7-870, Core i7-860 and Core i5-750 models. Clarkdale is the Core i5-600 and Core i3-500 series, which has not released yet.
With the new releases, we should expect to see PC’s equipped with these processors soon and the Core 2 brand being phased out with cheaper prices.
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