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Overview

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 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. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 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: 1,232 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 T4300

#298

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

123%

#299

Core 2 Duo E8435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $74

120%

#300

Athlon II Neo K125

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

120%

#301

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

117%

#302

Pentium 8500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

117%

#303

Atom D2500

MSRP: $42|Avg: N/A

116%

#304

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

114%

#305

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

109%

#306

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

109%

#307

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

109%

#308

C-30

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

108%

#309

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

105%

#310

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

104%

#311

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

101%

#312

Core i5-4200M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#313

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

100%

#314

Celeron 1000M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

100%

#315

Core i7-3612QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#316

Core i7-8665UE

MSRP: $409|Avg: $409

95%

#317

Celeron N3060

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

95%

#318

Core i5-3320M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

95%

#319

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

90%

#320

Core i7-4910MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $570

89%

#321

Pentium J2850

MSRP: $94|Avg: $94

87%

#322

Celeron P4505

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

86%

#323

Core i7-2720QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

85%

#324

Pentium 2020M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

85%

#325

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

84%

#326

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

84%

#327

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

84%

#328

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium Dual Core T4300 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Dual Core T4300 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 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 2.1 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 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 1,232, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4300
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.1 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 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
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,232

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 fits into the P socket and supports PCIe 1.1 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR3 memory at speeds up to DDR3-800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 8 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4300
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
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR3-800
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	8 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 T4300 is primarily designed for Mobile. Virtualization: No VT-x — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4300
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Mobile
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	❌ Not Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	No VT-x

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 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 T4300
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $99 (MSRP: $150), the Pentium Dual Core T4300 delivers 12 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2929 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium Dual Core T4300
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$150
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$99
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2929
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	2929

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	2.1 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz
Transistor Count	410 million
Process Technology	45 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-