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Overview

The Pentium D 950 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 January 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 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: 935 points. Launch price was $637.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. 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 950

#415

Core i5-12400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $195

103%

#416

Ryzen 5 7400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

103%

#417

Ryzen 9 9900X3D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $589

102%

#418

Pentium G6960

MSRP: $89|Avg: $15

102%

#419

Ryzen 5 5600X3D

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

102%

#420

Core i7-5820K

MSRP: $389|Avg: $103

102%

#421

Celeron G555

MSRP: $52|Avg: $15

102%

#422

Core i5-6400

MSRP: $182|Avg: $57

102%

#423

Core i3-9350KF

MSRP: $173|Avg: $80

102%

#424

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE

MSRP: $220|Avg: $220

101%

#425

Core i3-9300

MSRP: $143|Avg: $75

101%

#426

Ryzen 7 3800XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

101%

#427

Core i3-4370

MSRP: $149|Avg: $41

101%

#428

Pentium G2120

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

100%

#429

Core i7-4930K

MSRP: $670|Avg: $100

100%

#430

Pentium D 950

MSRP: $637|Avg: $10

100%

#431

Core i5-11400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $140

100%

#432

Core i5-4460S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $50

99%

#433

Core i9-7940X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $275

99%

#434

Core i3-10305

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

99%

#435

Phenom X4 9600B

MSRP: $278|Avg: $20

99%

#436

Core i3-9320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $80

98%

#437

Core i5-2550K

MSRP: $235|Avg: $46

98%

#438

Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $300

98%

#439

Core i3-10105

MSRP: $122|Avg: $90

98%

#440

Core i7-4771

MSRP: $320|Avg: $78

98%

#441

Core i3-13100E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#442

Core i9-13900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $536

98%

#443

Athlon 64 X2 6000+

MSRP: $450|Avg: $20

98%

#444

Pentium G840

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

97%

#445

Processor 300

MSRP: $82|Avg: $80

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium D 950 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium D 950 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium D 950 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 3.4 GHz from a base frequency of 3.4 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 935, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium D 950
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.4 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
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	C1+D0=63 °C, B1=69 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	1.2V-1.3375V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	935

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium D 950 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium D 950
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 950 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 950
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	130 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	C1+D0=63 °C, B1=69 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $637), the Pentium D 950 delivers 94 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3240 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium D 950
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$637
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$637
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3240
Release DateLaunch date	16 January 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
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.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$637
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	16 January 2006 (19 years ago)
Architecture Codename	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Performance Ranking Position	3240

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	2x 81 mm2
L1 Cache	16 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	3.4 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.4 GHz
Transistor Count	376 million
Process Technology	65 nm
Allowed Core Voltage	1.2V-1.3375V
Max Core Temperature	C1+D0=63 °C, B1=69 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-