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Overview

The Pentium 3560Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 1.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,055 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium 3560Y is positioned at rank #1160 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium 3560Y

#1147

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4174%

#1148

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4112%

#1149

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3775%

#1150

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3758%

#1151

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3724%

#1153

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3596%

#1154

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3448%

#1155

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3442%

#1156

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3350%

#1159

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1160

Pentium 3560Y

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100%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1163

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

98%

#1164

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

97%

#1165

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1166

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

96%

#1167

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1169

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#1170

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1171

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

95%

#1172

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

95%

#1173

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium 3560Y across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium 3560Y specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium 3560Y is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.2 GHz from a base frequency of 1.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 2 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,055, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium 3560Y
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Haswell (2013−2015)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	2 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	118 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,400 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	5 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,055

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium 3560Y fits into the FCBGA1168 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium 3560Y
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1168
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium 3560Y has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 11.5 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium 3560Y
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	11.5 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #1160 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3130 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium 3560Y
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1160
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3130
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2013
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel