Pentium 4 1.80
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Pentium 4 1.80

Intel

PassMark

225

MSRP

$562

AVG Price

$40

2007-01-01
67 Watt
NetBurst (2000−2006)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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Overview

The Pentium 4 1.80 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: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 180 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 67 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 225 points. Launch price was $69.

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.

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 1.80

#975
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187%
#976
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166%
#977
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#978
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157%
#979
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156%
#980
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148%
#981
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148%
#982
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143%
#983
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136%
#984
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134%
#985
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133%
#986
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121%
#987
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112%
#988
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107%
#989
Celeron 2.10
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
103%
#990
Pentium 4 1.80
MSRP: $562|Avg: $40
100%
#991
Athlon 64 FX-57
MSRP: $1031|Avg: $200
64%
#992
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60%
#993
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MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399
59%
#994
Athlon 64 3300+
MSRP: $200|Avg: $200
46%
#995
Pentium 4 2.40
MSRP: $193|Avg: $193
30%
#996
Pentium 4 2.66
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
22%
#997
Athlon 64 FX-60
MSRP: $1031|Avg: $1000
21%
#998
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16%
#999
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MSRP: $733|Avg: $733
15%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium 4 1.80 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium 4 1.80 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Pentium 4 1.80 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture, manufactured on a 180 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 256 kB of L2 cache and 8 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 225, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationPentium 4 1.80
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost1.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designNetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient180 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data256 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache8 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor217 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities42 million
64-bit SupportNo
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score225
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Memory & Platform

The Pentium 4 1.80 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2 memory.

SpecificationPentium 4 1.80
TypeDesktop or Laptop processordesktop
SocketMotherboard socket requiredPGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR1, DDR2
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Pentium 4 1.80 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 67 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationPentium 4 1.80
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload67 Watt
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $40 (MSRP: $562), the Pentium 4 1.80 delivers 6 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3685 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationPentium 4 1.80
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$562
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$40
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#3685
Release DateLaunch date2007-01-01
Release Year2001
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

6 specs

Typedesktop
DesignerIntel
Launch Price$69
Release Date2007-01-01
Architecture CodenameNetBurst (2000−2006)
Performance Ranking Position3685

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores1
Threads1
Die Size217 mm2
L1 Cache8 kB
L2 Cache256 kB
L3 Cache0 kB
Max Frequency1.8 GHz
64-Bit Support-
Transistor Count42 million
Process Technology180 nm
Windows 11 Compatible-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)78 °C

Compatibility

4 specs

SocketPGA478
PCIe GenerationPCIe 1.1
Power Consumption (TDP)67 Watt
Max Processors In Config1

Memory

1 spec

RAM TypesDDR1, DDR2

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