PC PARTPERFORMANCE
ProcessorsRECORD INTEL8086

Intel 8086

5 MHz launch model · foundation of x86 · x86 · 16-bit

ManufacturerIntel
Released1978
Platformx86 · 16-bit

What it is

A processor handles game logic, operating-system work and general computation. Core count, clock behavior, cache, architecture and workload determine performance.

This catalog record identifies the Intel 8086 as 5 MHz launch model · foundation of x86. The figures below are reference specifications and should be read with the linked manufacturer source and record notes.

Specifications

Indexed values
CPU cores1
Clock speed5 MHz
Data width16 bit
Transistors29,000

Source notes

Reference-model specifications. Product revisions, partner models, operating conditions and regional variants may differ.

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