Pentium 2020M vs Core i5-2467M
Pentium 2020M
Core i5-2467M
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Pentium 2020M is positioned at rank 1063 and the Core i5-2467M is on rank 729, so the Core i5-2467M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium 2020M
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2467M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium 2020M | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($134) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium 2020M | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($134) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Pentium 2020M and Core i5-2467M
Pentium 2020M
The Pentium 2020M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,412 points. Launch price was $134.
Core i5-2467M
The Core i5-2467M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,410 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Pentium 2020M packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-2467M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Pentium 2020M versus 2.3 GHz on the Core i5-2467M — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Pentium 2020M (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Pentium 2020M uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-2467M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium 2020M scores 1,412 against the Core i5-2467M's 1,410 — a 0.1% lead for the Pentium 2020M. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Pentium 2020M vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-2467M.
| Feature | Pentium 2020M | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+4% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+50% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 3 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,412 | 1,410 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 391 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 667 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium 2020M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-2467M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Pentium 2020M versus 1333 on the Core i5-2467M — the Core i5-2467M supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium 2020M supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM70,HM75,HM76,HM77 (Pentium 2020M) and HM65,HM67,QM67,QS57,QS67,UM67 (Core i5-2467M).
| Feature | Pentium 2020M | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+209715100% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x / EPT (Pentium 2020M) vs true (Core i5-2467M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Pentium 2020M) and Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i5-2467M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium 2020M targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-2467M rivals Core i5-2410M.
| Feature | Pentium 2020M | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x / EPT | true |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
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