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Overview

The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 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: 1.3 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,409 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 SU4100

#30

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

143%

#31

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

140%

#32

Athlon II P360

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

138%

#33

Athlon II P340

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $10

134%

#34

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

129%

#35

Celeron P4500

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

128%

#36

Atom x5-E8000

MSRP: $18|Avg: N/A

127%

#37

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

121%

#38

Athlon II M300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

121%

#39

Pentium P6300

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

120%

#40

Pentium 967

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

116%

#41

Celeron M 575

MSRP: $86|Avg: $12

113%

#42

Core i7-4900MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $40

109%

#43

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

104%

#44

Ryzen 5 8500G

MSRP: $179|Avg: $150

102%

#45

Pentium Dual Core SU4100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

100%

#46

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#47

Pentium P6100

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16.39

97%

#48

Core 2 Duo U7700

MSRP: $262|Avg: $10

95%

#49

Ryzen 3 210

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

95%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#51

Core 2 Quad Q9100

MSRP: $14|Avg: $14

92%

#52

FX-7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

91%

#53

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

90%

#54

Celeron M P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

89%

#55

Celeron 887

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

89%

#56

Ryzen 5 220

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

89%

#57

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

88%

#58

Athlon Neo X2 L325

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

87%

#59

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

86%

#60

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium Dual Core SU4100 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Dual Core SU4100 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,409, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core SU4100
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	107 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	410 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	800 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,409

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 fits into the BGA956 socket and supports PCIe 1.1.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core SU4100
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium Dual Core
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA956
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium Dual Core SU4100 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 2 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core SU4100
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	2 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $134), the Pentium Dual Core SU4100 delivers 141 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3382 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core SU4100
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$134
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3382
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2009
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.

3 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Pentium Dual Core
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Performance Ranking Position	3382

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	107 mm2
L2 Cache	2 MB
Bus Speed	800 MHz
Max Frequency	1.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	410 Million
Process Technology	45 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-