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Overview

The Pentium 4425Y 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: 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,699 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium 4425Y is positioned at rank #941 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 4425Y

#929

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1727%

#930

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1702%

#931

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1562%

#932

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1555%

#933

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1541%

#935

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1488%

#936

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1427%

#937

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1424%

#938

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1386%

#941

Pentium 4425Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#944

Athlon Neo X2 L335

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

98%

#945

Core i7-3610QE

MSRP: $315|Avg: $105

98%

#948

A8-8600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#950

FX-9800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

97%

#951

Celeron 1020E

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

96%

#954

Core i7-5850EQ

MSRP: $435|Avg: $370

95%

#956

Core i7-4810MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium 4425Y across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium 4425Y specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium 4425Y 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 of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,699, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium 4425Y
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.7 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
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 GT/s QPI
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,699

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium 4425Y fits into the FCBGA1515 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600 memory.

Specification	Pentium 4425Y
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1515
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium 4425Y has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 6 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium 4425Y
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	6 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #941 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2705 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium 4425Y
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#941
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2705
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel