Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor SLA4E
Used mobile dual-core Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor (Socket P, 1.83 GHz, 2MB L2 cache, 35W TDP). Reliable replacement part or budget upgrade for older laptops.




Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 Mobile Processor (Socket P) – Reliable Dual-Core for Laptop Service and Repair
Are you looking for a reliable and budget-friendly replacement part to repair an older laptop, or do you need to service a backup machine or legacy industrial system? The dual-core Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 mobile processor, built on the time-tested 65nm Merom architecture, provides a stable foundation for all essential computing tasks. It represents an ideal solution for maintaining and servicing laptops from the 2008–2010 era.
This model features two physical cores running at a clock speed of 1.83 GHz and a shared 2 MB L2 Cache. It ensures dependable operation for period-correct applications and operating systems. It is an excellent, low-cost choice for replacing a failed CPU or upgrading from entry-level single-core Celeron processors.
Key Features of the Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 Processor
- 2 physical cores running at a stable frequency of 1.83 GHz.
- Proven 65nm manufacturing technology (Merom-2M core) with high thermal and mechanical durability.
- Shared 2 MB L2 Cache for reliable multitasking.
- Standard system bus with **667 MHz FSB**.
- Full support for 64-bit operating systems (x86-64).
- Designed for laptop motherboards equipped with a Socket P interface.
Ideal for Basic Tasks and Retro Systems
The Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 mobile processor easily handles basic office workloads, such as word processing, managing emails, or browsing simple web pages. Combined with a fast SSD upgrade, it can significantly improve the responsiveness of an older laptop. It is also an excellent option for installing and running legacy versions of Windows or Linux that require native hardware support from that era.
Compatibility and Motherboards
This mobile processor is exclusively designed for laptops featuring a **removable Socket P (mPGA478MN)**. It most commonly pairs with laptop chipsets like the Intel 965 Express family (e.g., GL960, GM965, PM965) and select Intel 45 Express chipsets (pending verification of 667 MHz FSB support in the laptop's BIOS).
It serves as an ideal replacement part for a wide variety of popular 2008–2010 notebooks from brands like ASUS, Acer, HP, Dell, Toshiba, or Lenovo.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 |
| Architecture / Core | Merom-2M (65 nm) |
| Processor Type | Mobile (for laptops) |
| Socket | Socket P (mPGA478MN) - socketed version |
| Number of Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 |
| Processor Frequency | 1.83 GHz (1833 MHz) |
| Bus Speed (FSB) | 667 MHz |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 35 W |
Additional parameters
| Category: | Laptop processors |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 8596701002068 |
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