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Overview

The Pentium D 940 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 January 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 875 points. Launch price was $423.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium D 940 is positioned at rank #1055 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 D 940

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

47016%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

44425%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

32256%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

9717%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

7697%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

6734%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

3857%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

3806%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

3466%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

3465%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

3427%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

3334%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

3288%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

3274%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

3245%

#1055

Pentium D 940

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

100%

#1056

Phenom X4 9600B

MSRP: $278|Avg: $20

100%

#1057

Phenom II X3 B77

MSRP: $281|Avg: $35

99%

#1058

Core 2 Duo E6300

MSRP: $163|Avg: $5

98%

#1059

Core 2 Duo E6400

MSRP: $183|Avg: $10

97%

#1060

Core 2 Duo E8300

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

96%

#1061

Phenom X4 9500

MSRP: $247|Avg: $30

95%

#1062

Celeron D 352

MSRP: $69|Avg: $15

91%

#1063

Core i7-970

MSRP: $1083|Avg: $289

91%

#1064

Core i7-880

MSRP: $583|Avg: $40

89%

#1065

Pentium D 820

MSRP: $241|Avg: $20

88%

#1066

Celeron 2.10

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

88%

#1067

Core i7-950

MSRP: $562|Avg: $15

87%

#1068

Sempron 3100+

MSRP: $65|Avg: $15

86%

#1069

Athlon II X4 635

MSRP: $400|Avg: $250

85%

#1070

Core 2 Duo E6750

MSRP: $183|Avg: $15

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium D 940 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium D 940 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium D 940 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.2 GHz from a base frequency of 3.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (total) of L2 cache and 16 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 875, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium D 940
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	16 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	2x 81 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	376 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	1.2V-1.3375V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	875

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium D 940 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium D 940
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA775
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR1, DDR2, DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium D 940 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 130 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium D 940
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	130 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $132), the Pentium D 940 delivers 58 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1055 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3326 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium D 940
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$132
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$423
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1055
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3326
Release DateLaunch date	5 January 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel