Pentium Dual-Core E2220
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Pentium Dual-Core E2220

Intel

PassMark

1,330

MSRP

$32

AVG Price

$32

2007-01-01
65 Watt
NetBurst (2000−2006)

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Overview

The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 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: 2.4 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: 1,330 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 is positioned at rank #487 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 Dual-Core E2220

#1
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MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
7500%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
7087%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
5146%
#4
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MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
1550%
#5
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MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
1228%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
1074%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
615%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
607%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
553%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
553%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
547%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
532%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
524%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
522%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
518%
#369
Core i5-8400T
MSRP: $182|Avg: $179
100%
#370
Athlon 240GE
MSRP: $75|Avg: $110
100%
#487
Pentium Dual-Core E2220
MSRP: $32|Avg: $32
100%
#491
Pentium G4600T
MSRP: $75|Avg: $35
98%
#493
Core i5-6500T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $35
98%
#494
FX-6330
MSRP: $109|Avg: $25
98%
#495
Celeron G1630
MSRP: $42|Avg: $5
98%
#499
Pentium G4400
MSRP: $64|Avg: $85
96%
#501
Core i5-8600K
MSRP: $257|Avg: $100
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Dual-Core E2220 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 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 2.4 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 1,330, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationPentium Dual-Core E2220
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designNetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data1 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor77 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities105 million
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score1,330
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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

SpecificationPentium Dual-Core E2220
TypeDesktop or Laptop processordesktop
SocketMotherboard socket requiredLGA775
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR1, DDR2, DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Pentium Dual-Core E2220 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.

SpecificationPentium Dual-Core E2220
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload65 Watt
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $32, the Pentium Dual-Core E2220 delivers 42 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #487 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2875 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationPentium Dual-Core E2220
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$32
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$32
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking#487
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#2875
Release DateLaunch date2007-01-01
Release Year2008
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)Intel

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