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Overview

The Pentium Dual-Core E2200 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: 2.2 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: 985 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 E2200

#793

Pentium G3450T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $45

107%

#794

Phenom II X4 820

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107%

#795

Core 2 Quad Q6700

MSRP: $530|Avg: $50

106%

#796

Pentium G4560

MSRP: $64|Avg: $85

106%

#797

Pentium Dual-Core E2220

MSRP: $32|Avg: $32

105%

#798

Core i5-8400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $179

105%

#799

Athlon 240GE

MSRP: $75|Avg: $110

105%

#800

Core i3-2120T

MSRP: $127|Avg: $38

105%

#801

Pentium G860

MSRP: $86|Avg: $36

105%

#802

Celeron G3900TE

MSRP: $42|Avg: $45

104%

#803

FX-8140

MSRP: $225|Avg: $120

103%

#804

Core i5-7500T

MSRP: $202|Avg: $130

102%

#805

Athlon 64 3600+

MSRP: $149|Avg: $15

101%

#806

Celeron G1620

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

101%

#807

Core i7-870

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

100%

#808

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

100%

#809

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

99%

#810

A6-7400K

MSRP: $101|Avg: $43

99%

#811

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

99%

#812

Athlon II X4 651

MSRP: $92|Avg: $92

99%

#813

Athlon II X2 210e

MSRP: $60|Avg: $28

99%

#814

Phenom X4 9100e

MSRP: $200|Avg: $35

98%

#815

Athlon II X3 425e

MSRP: $79|Avg: $58

98%

#816

Celeron 2.60

MSRP: $53|Avg: $10

98%

#817

Core i7-9700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $276

98%

#818

Athlon X4 740

MSRP: $71|Avg: $71

95%

#819

Core i9-13900TE

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

94%

#820

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

93%

#821

Ryzen Embedded V2546

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

92%

#822

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

92%

#823

Phenom II X3 700e

MSRP: $125|Avg: $40

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium Dual-Core E2200 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Dual-Core E2200 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual-Core E2200 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 2.2 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 985, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium Dual-Core E2200
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.2 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	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	985

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual-Core E2200 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory at speeds up to DDR2-800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 4 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).

Specification	Pentium Dual-Core E2200
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA775
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR1, DDR2, DDR3
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR2-800
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	4 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	No
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Advanced Features

The Pentium Dual-Core E2200 is primarily designed for Desktop. Virtualization: VT-x — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

Specification	Pentium Dual-Core E2200
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Desktop
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	❌ Not Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	VT-x

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium Dual-Core E2200 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 E2200
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $25 (MSRP: $100), the Pentium Dual-Core E2200 delivers 39 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3217 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium Dual-Core E2200
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$25
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3217
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	3217

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	2.2 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	105 million
Process Technology	65 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-