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Overview

The Pentium Dual Core T4200 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 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,149 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T4200

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110%

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108%

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107%

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106%

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106%

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105%

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105%

#63

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104%

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104%

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104%

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103%

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100%

#68

Pentium Dual Core T4200

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100%

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100%

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100%

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97%

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95%

#74

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95%

#75

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94%

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94%

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93%

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93%

#79

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92%

#80

Celeron T3500

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92%

#81

Pentium T4200

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92%

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A12-9720P

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91%

#83

Core i7-4702MQ

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90%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium Dual Core T4200 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Dual Core T4200 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual Core T4200 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 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 of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,149, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4200
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
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)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,149

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual Core T4200 fits into the P socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4200
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium Dual Core
SocketMotherboard socket required	P
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium Dual Core T4200 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4200
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $100), the Pentium Dual Core T4200 delivers 115 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2980 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4200
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
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	#2980
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Pentium Dual Core
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	NetBurst (2000−2006)
Performance Ranking Position	2980

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	107 mm2
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	1 MB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Bus Speed	800 MHz
Max Frequency	2 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	410 million
Process Technology	45 nm
Max Core Temperature	105 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-