CPU
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Pentium G6960
Pentium G2020T
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 G6960 is positioned at rank 881 and the Pentium G2020T is on rank 741, so the Pentium G2020T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G6960
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2020T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G6960 | Pentium G2020T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Clarkdale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G6960 | Pentium G2020T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+361%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) |
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 G6960 and Pentium G2020T
Pentium G6960
The Pentium G6960 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Clarkdale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 0.93 GHz. L3 cache: 3072 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 73 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,433 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium G2020T
The Pentium G2020T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3072 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,430 points. Launch price was $64.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium G6960 and Pentium G2020T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 0.93 GHz on the Pentium G6960 versus 2.5 GHz on the Pentium G2020T — a 91.5% clock advantage for the Pentium G2020T (base: 2.93 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Pentium G6960 uses the Clarkdale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium G2020T uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G6960 scores 1,433 against the Pentium G2020T's 1,430 — a 0.2% lead for the Pentium G6960. Both processors carry 3072 kB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Pentium G6960 | Pentium G2020T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.93 GHz | 2.5 GHz+169% |
| Base Clock | 2.93 GHz+17% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3072 kB (total) | 3072 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Clarkdale (2010−2011) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,433 | 1,430 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G6960 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium G2020T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G6960 | Pentium G2020T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1156 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G6960 launched at $89 MSRP, while the Pentium G2020T debuted at $64. At current prices ($15 vs $69), the Pentium G6960 is $54 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G6960 delivers 95.5 pts/$ vs 20.7 pts/$ for the Pentium G2020T — making the Pentium G6960 the 128.7% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G6960 | Pentium G2020T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89 | $64-28% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-78% | $69 |
| Performance per Dollar | 95.5+361% | 20.7 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2013 |
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