Pentium 6805
Intel
PassMark
4,424
MSRP
$161
AVG Price
$161
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Pentium 6805 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake-Y (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1526. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733. Passmark benchmark score: 4,424 points. Launch price was $161.
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FPS Benchmarks
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Apex Legends
ARC Raiders
Baldur's Gate 3
Counter-Strike 2
Delta Force
Euro Truck Simulator 2
League of Legends
Minecraft
Path of Exile 2
Rainbow Six Siege
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Pentium 6805 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Pentium 6805 is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Ice Lake-Y (2020) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3 GHz from a base frequency of 1.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,424, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Pentium 6805 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 2C / 4T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 1.1 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Ice Lake-Y (2020) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 256 kB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 123 mm2 |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 4,424 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium 6805 fits into the FCBGA1526 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733 memory.
| Specification | Pentium 6805 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FCBGA1526 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Pentium 6805 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 6805 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 15 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $161, the Pentium 6805 delivers 27 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1953 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Pentium 6805 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $161 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $161 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $161 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1953 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 1 October 2020 (5 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2020 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | Intel |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
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General Information
7 specs
| Type | Laptop |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $161 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Release Date | 1 October 2020 (5 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Ice Lake-Y (2020) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1953 |
Technical Specifications
12 specs
Technical Specifications
12 specs
| Cores | 2 |
| Threads | 4 |
| Die Size | 123 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) |
| Max Frequency | 3 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 1.1 GHz |
| Process Technology | 10 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 100 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | FCBGA1526 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 15 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
3 specs
Memory
3 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 64 GB |
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