Core I3 Versus I5

Amazing core i5!!! Good processor at a good price

I picked out the i3 quad core mini with 8GB of RAM with the intention of using it as a media center computer to drive my 4K tv. Even though it is a pretty low spec the machine is very snappy and can display 4k60 video for hours without any hiccups. I was a little worried about whether 8GM of RAM would be enough, but so far the system only uses about 6-7GB of RAM for my needs. The computer never gets that warm and I can't hear any fan noise when sitting about 8 feet away from it.

Needed this to keep a Core i5-11600K from giving me a sun tan. You KNOW the 11600K can get hot.

In short, I am absolutely thrilled by the quality and functionality of this tablet, and extremely pleased with how quickly and reliably B&H were able to ship this out to me in Bangkok, Thailand. Some key points (Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD): - Sleek and thin tablet but a little heavier than you might think - Rounded corners and thin bezels make the tablet look modern - Gorgeous 13-inch screen - need to switch on 120 Hz refresh rate in settings as it comes set at 60 Hz by default - Speaker quality is impressive - both richness and volume - Kickstand is very functional and convenient - Windows 11 makes everything look more modern - Device gets through everything I need it to without any slowdowns or any other problems (Core i5) - Get the biggest SSD you can afford - after loading the apps I need on this I have about 60 GB of available space for documents, which isn't much

I wanted to buy a Mac Mini, but my budget was limited. I finally decided on a model with a 6-core i5 processor, 8 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB SSD. The unit was on sale at B&H for $999, a saving of $100. The SSD size is fine--I can expand storage with the use of external SSDs, which are becoming increasingly affordable. I wanted more RAM, but that gets expensive at Apple's prices. Then, on checkout, B&H offered me 32 GB of RAM (to replace the existing 8 GB) for $128. That looked appealing, but, klutz that I am, I was unwilling to open up my new computer and try to install the RAM myself. Then I saw that B&H would install the RAM for me for $40. And, since their techs are Apple-certified, the installation would not void my Apple warranty. I went for it. Bottom line: I got a Mac Mini with a 6-core i5 processor, 32 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB SSD for $1167. A Mac Mini identically preconfigured by Apple would have cost me $1699. I saved $532 (31 percent).

WORKS AS INTENDED AND KEEPS MY CORE I5 12600K NICE AND COOL

I was a little concerned about choosing the i5 quad core processor over the i7 that I had in my previous HP computer as I utilize a few adobe programs at a time. So far, I have no complaints with the overall speed, and can't really tell a difference. The screen is also smaller than my last which I was worried would be an issue but I honestly love the portability of this computer!  The Touch Bar is actually way cooler than I ever expected it to be, I think Mac has done a poor job of promoting its capability. And the integration with my iPhone is really awesome. They work together seamlessly and made setup a breeze as it sent a lot of data over to my computer. I was a little disappointed that it took longer to ship out than originally advertised especially since I chose to buy through B&H specifically because they had the earliest arrival date. I ultimately lost out on an entire day of work which cost me additional money, but considering the current climate, I understand and prefer to support local business over large chains. I've only had great experiences with B&H thus far. I just hope in the end this laptop outlasts my previous (also very expensive) laptop. Only time will tell.

Helped revive an older HP Core i5 PC. Most helpful was that I had confidence when ordering that this part would be the right part. It arrived quickly, operated on install. Crucial made the whole process worth my time and money.

This Core I5 7600K is amazing, amazing performance, amazing overclocking capability. Be aware all K version doesn't come with a stock fan so you need to buy an aftermarket cpu cooler.

My chosen configuration for the HP envy desktop is Core i5 with Nvidia 1650 GPU and 256GB solid state drive + 1TB hard disk. This is perfect for all my needs and meets all expectations: fast boot time, no discernable lag in everyday use, no crashes, can run games at high graphics settings.