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Overview

The Pentium E5800 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 November 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 1,190 points. Launch price was $68.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium E5800 is positioned at rank #821 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 E5800

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

16768%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

15844%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11504%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3466%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2745%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2402%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1375%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1358%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1236%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1236%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1222%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1189%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1173%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1168%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1157%

#295

Core i9-7940X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $275

98%

#821

Pentium E5800

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

100%

#822

Core i7-6820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $344

100%

#823

A6-9500

MSRP: $101|Avg: $25

100%

#824

Pentium G2120T

MSRP: $87|Avg: $10

100%

#825

Athlon II X2 270

MSRP: $72|Avg: $15

100%

#827

Core i7-6850K

MSRP: $617|Avg: $80

99%

#828

Core i5-2500K

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

99%

#829

Pentium G3430

MSRP: $116|Avg: $30

99%

#830

Pentium E5400

MSRP: $55|Avg: $49

98%

#831

Core i5-4570R

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

98%

#832

A6-3650

MSRP: $115|Avg: $20

98%

#833

Core i7-4770R

MSRP: $360|Avg: $89

98%

#835

Core i7-2600

MSRP: $294|Avg: $50

98%

#836

Pentium G870

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium E5800 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium E5800 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium E5800 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 3.2 GHz from a base frequency of 3.2 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 1,190, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium E5800
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.2 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	1,190

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium E5800 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium E5800
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 E5800 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 E5800
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 $15 (MSRP: $64), the Pentium E5800 delivers 79 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #821 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2954 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium E5800
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$64
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$68
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#821
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2954
Release DateLaunch date	28 November 2010 (15 years ago)
Release Year	2010
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel