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Overview

The Pentium 4417U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB SmartCache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,260 points. Launch price was $69.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium 4417U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium 4417U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium 4417U is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It carries 2 MB SmartCache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,260, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium 4417U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	2 MB SmartCache
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 GT/s OPI
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,260

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium 4417U fits into the BGA1356 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600 memory.

Specification	Pentium 4417U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA1356
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium 4417U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium 4417U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #2482 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium 4417U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2482
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2019
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	Laptop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Performance Ranking Position	2482

Technical Specifications

9 specs

Cores	2
Threads	4
L3 Cache	2 MB SmartCache
Bus Speed	4 GT/s OPI
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.3 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-