Intel’s legendary processor is back

Intel, in a notable move in the tech world, has rebranded and released one of its 10th-generation Comet Lake processors, launched five years ago. Launched as the Core i5-110, this processor uses Intel’s now-obsolete 14nm+++ manufacturing process. This has caused some surprise, as the processor’s suggested retail price remains in the $200 range despite the passage of time.

Core i5-110 Unveiled

While technically a Comet Lake-based model, Intel markets it under the Core Series 1 banner, which primarily encompasses mobile and embedded Raptor Lake chips. This series includes some renamed processors the brand had previously quietly released. This makes the Core i5-110 the second desktop processor to be added to the series.

The Core i5-110 is essentially a rebranded version of the Core i5-10400, released in 2020. Both models share the same specifications: 6 cores, 12 threads, 12MB of L3 cache, and 2.9GHz base and 4.3GHz turbo frequencies.

They also share a 65W TDP and UHD Graphics 630 integrated graphics, operating at frequencies between 350MHz and 1.1GHz. They also support up to 128GB of DDR4-2666 memory. The processor is based on the Skylake architecture and is manufactured using 14nm+++ technology.

The processor’s compatibility with motherboards is also quite limited. Designed for desktops, the Core i5-110 uses the LGA1200 socket and Intel 400/500 series motherboards. However, since two new sockets have been released, the number of users with motherboards compatible with this processor has decreased.

On the price front, the $200 suggested retail price for the Core i5-110 is the same as the $200–$210 suggested retail price for the Core i5-10400 at launch. This is unexpected for a product that uses a now-obsolete and cost-decreasing 14nm+++ manufacturing process.