Intel Processor Frequency ID Utility

Verifying the functioning parameters of installed hardware devices is sometimes necessary and it can be quite useful for spotting possible performance bottlenecks even before they occur. Depending on the type of component and even on the manufacturer, there are software solutions that are meant for several models and brands, or some that target only specific platforms and devices.

This is the case with Intel Processor Frequency ID Utility, a program that supports several Intel CPU families, including desktop and mobile processors alike. Thus, users can put the program to work on computers with Celeron, Pentium, Pentium Xeon, Pentium Pro, as well as Mobile Celeron and Mobile Pentium processors.

Through a friendly interface, users will be able to check out the CPUID data which is presented in an organized manner in the corresponding tab hosted by the main window of the application. The information is structured into several categories, so it is possible to view first of all the CPU classification, which includes details about processor type, family, model or revision.

Inside the 'System Configuration' area one can find out how many processors are there on the PC and which one is currently selected. The CPU features and technologies are also highlighted, so users can see whether the processor supports MMX technology, streaming SIMD extensions and NetBurst microarchitecture.

Other details concerning the central processing unit include the size of the L2 and L1 data caches, as well as the packaging. There is also a 'Frequency Test' tab inside Intel Processor Frequency ID Utility and this can be quite useful for checking if the CPU has been subjected or not to overclocking.