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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. 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

#928

Pentium G850

MSRP: $86|Avg: $75

135%

#929

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

134%

#930

Pentium III 1200

MSRP: $200|Avg: $10

132%

#931

Pentium G3470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $130

128%

#932

Core i7-875K

MSRP: $353|Avg: $175

123%

#933

Athlon XP 2700+

MSRP: $349|Avg: $20

122%

#934

Core i5-6442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

122%

#935

Core i7-4770TE

MSRP: $303|Avg: $303

112%

#936

Pentium G640T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

112%

#937

Athlon 64 2000+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

112%

#938

Pentium 4 2.80

MSRP: $327|Avg: $25

111%

#939

Core i5-660

MSRP: $196|Avg: $150

110%

#940

Core 2 Quad Q8400

MSRP: $183|Avg: $128

110%

#941

Pentium G3240

MSRP: $89|Avg: $126

104%

#942

Core i3-2130

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

102%

#943

Pentium 4 2.26

MSRP: $241|Avg: $20

100%

#944

Pentium 4 2.60

MSRP: $401|Avg: $25

99%

#945

Core 2 Quad Q9505

MSRP: $213|Avg: $150

98%

#946

Core 2 Duo E8600

MSRP: $200|Avg: $95

98%

#947

Pentium J4205

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

97%

#948

Phenom II X6 1075T

MSRP: $245|Avg: N/A

97%

#949

PRO A10-8770E

MSRP: $395|Avg: $210

97%

#950

Core i5-5675R

MSRP: $339|Avg: $392

96%

#951

Athlon XP 1700+

MSRP: $190|Avg: $15

96%

#952

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4491

95%

#953

Athlon 64 FX-55

MSRP: $827|Avg: $50

94%

#954

Core i5-2390T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $182

93%

#955

Core i3-3225

MSRP: $172|Avg: $167

92%

#956

Core i7-6900K

MSRP: $1089|Avg: $1089

91%

#957

Core i3-3220T

MSRP: $149|Avg: $146

91%

#958

Athlon XP 1600+

MSRP: $160|Avg: $15

90%

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. 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
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3670
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2002
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

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Performance Ranking Position	3670

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	1
Threads	1
Die Size	146 mm2
L1 Cache	8 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	2.26 GHz
64-Bit Support	-
Transistor Count	55 million
Process Technology	130 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-