Intel Core i3-4170 BX80646I34170 cpu accessory

Boxed LGA 1150 dual-core processor

The Intel Core i3-4170 is a boxed desktop processor built on the 22 nm Haswell microarchitecture. It runs at a fixed 3.7 GHz with two cores and 3 MB of shared L3 cache. The 54 W thermal design power keeps cooling requirements modest. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4400 handles display output without a separate card. The BX80646I34170 package includes the stock cooler.

Suitable for basic desktop upgrades

This processor fits existing LGA 1150 motherboards that support 4th generation Core i3 CPUs. It serves office work, web browsing and media playback where multi-threaded performance is not critical. Builders who need more than two threads, higher clock speeds or a newer socket should consider a different platform. Overclocking is not supported on this model.

The LGA 1150 socket decides compatibility

The single specification that determines whether this is the right part is the LGA 1150 socket. Only motherboards with that exact socket and a compatible chipset can accept the Core i3-4170. If the board uses any other socket, the processor will not fit and the system will not function.