| Essentials | |
| Status | Launched |
| Launch Date | Q2'10 |
| Processor Number | i3-550 |
| # of Cores | 2 |
| # of Threads | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 3.2 GHz |
| Intel® Smart Cache | 4 MB |
| Bus/Core Ratio | 24 |
| DMI | 2.5 GT/s |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| Instruction Set Extensions | SSE4.2 |
| Embedded Options Available | No |
| Supplemental SKU | No |
| Lithography | 32 nm |
| Max TDP | 73 W |
| VID Voltage Range | 0.6500V-1.4000V |