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Core i3-3240: Far Cry 3

Name: Intel Core i3-3240
Brand: Intel

$128.99

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In Far Cry 3, the Core i3-3240 outperforms 9% desktop CPUs. It's currently in stock for $128.99. You should consider the faster Ryzen 5 9600X.

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Intel Core i3 i3-3240 3.40 GHz Processor - Socket H2 LGA-1155 - Dual-core (2 Core) - 3 MB Cache - 5 GT/s DMI - 1 Pack

^$128⁹⁹

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Core i3-3240 in Far Cry 3

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Actual FPS may vary due to overclocking, background apps, RAM speeds (XMP/EXPO), and thermal throttling.

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Core i3-3240's Specifications

The CPU's core specifications

General
Release Date	Sep 3rd, 2012
Current Price	$128.99
Segment	Desktop
Codename	Ivy Bridge
Socket	LGA1155
Power Consumption	55W

Performance
HowManyFPS Rank	TOP 465 (Desktop)
Cores / Threads	2 / 4
Base Frequency	3.4 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB

Other Features
Built-in GPU	Intel HD 2500
RAM	DDR3
Overclock Support	Not Overclockable

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