CPU
GPU
Pentium D 960
Pentium E2200
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 D 960 is positioned at rank 1104 and the Pentium E2200 is on rank 968, so the Pentium E2200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium D 960
Performance Per Dollar Pentium E2200
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium D 960 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium D 960 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+194%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
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 D 960 and Pentium E2200
Pentium D 960
The Pentium D 960 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $523.
Pentium E2200
The Pentium E2200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 985 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Pentium D 960 is built on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium D 960 scores 1,005 against the Pentium E2200's 985 — a 2% lead for the Pentium D 960. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium D 960 vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium E2200.
| Feature | Pentium D 960 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+64% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total) | — |
| Process | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | — |
| PassMark | 1,005+2% | 985 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA775 socket with PCIe 1.1.
| Feature | Pentium D 960 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
Value Analysis
The Pentium D 960 launched at $523 MSRP, while the Pentium E2200 debuted at $84. At current prices ($15 vs $5), the Pentium E2200 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium D 960 delivers 67.0 pts/$ vs 197.0 pts/$ for the Pentium E2200 — making the Pentium E2200 the 98.5% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium D 960 | Pentium E2200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $523 | $84-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $5-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 67.0 | 197.0+194% |
| Release Date | 2006 | 2007 |
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