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Overview

The Pentium Dual Core T3400 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: 2.16 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,026 points. Launch price was $69.

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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Dual Core T3400 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual Core T3400 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 2.16 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 2,026, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T3400
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.16 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	143 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	291 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	667 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,026

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual Core T3400 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T3400
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium Dual Core
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium Dual Core T3400 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 1 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T3400
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $89 (MSRP: $0), the Pentium Dual Core T3400 delivers 23 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3274 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T3400
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$0
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$89
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3274
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2008
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel