Pentium A1018
Intel
PassMark
1,188
MSRP
$132
AVG Price
$15
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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Overview
The Pentium A1018 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,188 points. Launch price was $69.
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium A1018
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Pentium A1018 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Deadlock
Destiny 2
League of Legends
Monster Hunter Wilds
Palworld
Path of Exile 2
Stardew Valley
Starfield
Team Fortress 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Pentium A1018 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Pentium A1018 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It carries 1 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,188, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Pentium A1018 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 2C / 2T |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 22 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 1 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 5 GT/s |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 105 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 1,188 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium A1018 fits into the PGA988 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600 memory.
| Specification | Pentium A1018 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | PGA988 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Pentium A1018 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Pentium A1018 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 35 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 105 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $132), the Pentium A1018 delivers 79 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2957 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Pentium A1018 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $132 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $15 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $69 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #2957 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2013 |
| 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.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | Laptop |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $69 |
| Release Date | 2007-01-01 |
| Performance Ranking Position | 2957 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 2 |
| Threads | 2 |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Bus Speed | 5 GT/s |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| Process Technology | 22 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 105 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
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Compatibility
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| Socket | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 35 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
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Memory
4 specs
| RAM Types | DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s |
| Max Memory Capacity | 32 GB |
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