Intel Introduces Celeron Processor At 1.7 GHz

SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 15, 2002 -- Intel Corporation today raised the bar for value PCs with two new Intel® Celeron® processors. These desktop processors represent Intel's fastest offering for the price-sensitive desktop value PC market segment.

The Intel Celeron processors at 1.7 and 1.4 GHz deliver the right combination of features and frequency at a variety of price points for the value desktop market segment.

The Intel Celeron processor at 1.7 GHz is based on the 0.18-micron process technology and features a 400 MHz front side bus. The Intel Celeron processor at 1.4 GHz is based on the 0.13-micron process technology and features a 100 MHz front side bus.

In 1,000-unit quantities, the desktop Intel Celeron processor at 1.7 GHz is priced at $83 and the 1.4 GHz is priced at $89.

Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of computer, networking and communications products. Additional information about Intel is available at www.intel.com/pressroom

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