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Core i3-540: HITMAN 3

Name: Intel Core i3-540
Brand: Intel

$100.22

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In HITMAN 3, the Core i3-540 outperforms 1% desktop CPUs. It's currently in stock for $100.22. You should consider the faster Ryzen 5 9600X.

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Intel Core i3 Processor i3-540 3.06GHz 4MB LGA1156 CPU BX80616I3540

^$100²²

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Core i3-540 in HITMAN 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 i3-540's Specifications

The CPU's core specifications

General
Release Date	Jan 7th, 2010
MSRP	$133.00
Current Price	$100.22
Segment	Desktop
Codename	Clarkdale
Socket	LGA1156
Power Consumption	73W

Performance
HowManyFPS Rank	TOP 505 (Desktop)
Cores / Threads	2 / 4
Base Frequency	3.1 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB

Other Features
Built-in GPU	Intel HD
RAM	1333 MHz (DDR3)
Overclock Support	Not Overclockable

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