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Overview

The Pentium 4 2.26 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.26 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 110 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 295 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium 4 2.26 is positioned at rank #1117 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 4 2.26

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

255504%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

241426%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

175295%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

52809%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

41830%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

36593%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

20959%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

20685%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

18834%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

18833%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

18622%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

18120%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

17866%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

17794%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

17633%

#1117

Pentium 4 2.26

MSRP: $241|Avg: $20

100%

#1118

Athlon 64 3200+

MSRP: $417|Avg: $10

99%

#1119

Pentium Extreme Edition 965

MSRP: $999|Avg: $100

96%

#1120

Athlon 64 FX-60

MSRP: $1031|Avg: $1000

96%

#1121

Athlon XP 2200+

MSRP: $241|Avg: $30

95%

#1122

Athlon XP 1700+

MSRP: $190|Avg: $15

92%

#1123

Pentium Extreme Edition 955

MSRP: $999|Avg: $50

90%

#1124

Athlon XP 2700+

MSRP: $349|Avg: $20

84%

#1125

Athlon XP 2800+

MSRP: $375|Avg: $35

83%

#1126

Pentium III 1200

MSRP: $200|Avg: $10

80%

#1127

Athlon XP 3200+

MSRP: $464|Avg: $40

79%

#1128

Pentium III 1400

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

75%

#1129

Pentium III 1400S

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

75%

#1130

Pentium 4 2.60

MSRP: $401|Avg: $25

75%

#1131

Athlon XP 1800+

MSRP: $252|Avg: $30

73%

#1132

Athlon XP 1900+

MSRP: $269|Avg: $20

72%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium 4 2.26 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium 4 2.26 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium 4 2.26 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture, manufactured on a 130 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.26 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 8 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 295, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium 4 2.26
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.26 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	130 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	8 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	146 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	55 million
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	295

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium 4 2.26 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2 memory.

Specification	Pentium 4 2.26
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR1, DDR2
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium 4 2.26 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 110 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium 4 2.26
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	110 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $241), the Pentium 4 2.26 delivers 15 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1117 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3670 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium 4 2.26
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$241
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$20
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1117
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3670
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2002
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel