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Overview

The Pentium Dual-Core E2160 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 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 875 points. Launch price was $69.

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 Dual-Core E2160

#66

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

107%

#67

Core i3-2100

MSRP: $117|Avg: $10

106%

#68

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

105%

#69

Core i3-4170T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $17

105%

#70

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

104%

#71

Core i3-6100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $20

104%

#72

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

104%

#73

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

104%

#74

Core i5-4670R

MSRP: $224|Avg: $29

103%

#75

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

102%

#76

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

101%

#77

FX-6330

MSRP: $109|Avg: $25

101%

#78

Core i3-3250T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

101%

#79

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

100%

#80

Core i5-4670S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $30

100%

#81

Pentium Dual-Core E2160

MSRP: $84|Avg: $5

100%

#82

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

100%

#83

Athlon II X3 440

MSRP: $75|Avg: $10

100%

#84

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

100%

#85

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

99%

#86

Core i5-3350P

MSRP: $189|Avg: $25

99%

#87

Core i3-4160T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $18

98%

#88

Core i7-4785T

MSRP: $306|Avg: $32

98%

#89

Athlon X4 860K

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#90

Athlon X4 750K

MSRP: $91|Avg: $17

97%

#91

Pentium G2100T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $10

97%

#92

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $189

96%

#93

Core i5-2320

MSRP: $177|Avg: $22

96%

#94

FX-4150

MSRP: $137|Avg: $20

95%

#95

FX-8120

MSRP: $205|Avg: $40

94%

#96

FX-6200

MSRP: $169|Avg: $25

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium Dual-Core E2160 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Dual-Core E2160 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual-Core E2160 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 1.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (total) of L2 cache and 64 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 Dual-Core E2160
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.8 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	1 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	77 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	105 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	875

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual-Core E2160 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium Dual-Core E2160
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 Dual-Core E2160 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium Dual-Core E2160
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $5 (MSRP: $84), the Pentium Dual-Core E2160 delivers 175 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3277 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium Dual-Core E2160
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$84
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$5
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3277
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2007
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.

4 categories

General Information

6 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Performance Ranking Position	3277

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	77 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	1 MB (total)
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	1.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	105 million
Process Technology	65 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-