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Overview

The Pentium E5500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 18 April 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,064 points. Launch price was $109.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium E5500 is positioned at rank #913 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 E5500

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

21967%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

20757%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

15071%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

4540%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

3596%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3146%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1802%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1778%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1619%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1619%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1601%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1558%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1536%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1530%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1516%

#395

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4491

99%

#912

Pentium G3460

MSRP: $149|Avg: $25

100%

#913

Pentium E5500

MSRP: $75|Avg: $25

100%

#914

Pentium E6700

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

100%

#915

Phenom II X4 820

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

99%

#916

Core i7-3930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $150

99%

#918

Core i7-4930K

MSRP: $670|Avg: $100

99%

#919

Sempron LE-1250

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

99%

#920

Pentium E6500

MSRP: $84|Avg: $10

99%

#921

Core i5-2500

MSRP: $294|Avg: $69

98%

#922

Athlon II X4 605e

MSRP: $143|Avg: $25

97%

#924

Athlon II X4 610e

MSRP: $143|Avg: $20

97%

#925

Core i5-2390T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $182

96%

#926

Phenom II X4 910e

MSRP: $157|Avg: $69

96%

#927

FX-8100

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium E5500 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium E5500 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium E5500 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 2 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 1,064, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium E5500
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Wolfdale (2008−2010)
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	2 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	82 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	228 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	74 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	0.85V-1.3625V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,064

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium E5500 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium E5500
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA775
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR1, DDR2, DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium E5500 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.

Specification	Pentium E5500
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	74 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $25 (MSRP: $75), the Pentium E5500 delivers 43 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #913 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3033 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium E5500
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$75
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$25
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$109
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#913
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3033
Release DateLaunch date	18 April 2010 (15 years ago)
Release Year	2010
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel