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Overview

The Pentium E6500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 August 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 0.93 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: 1,175 points. Launch price was $50.

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 E6500

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Athlon 5350

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102%

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Core i5-8500

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Core i5-2500K

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Core i5-9400F

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Core i5-11400

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Core i5-3470S

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FX-6300

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Celeron G540

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Core i5-13600K

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100%

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Core i5-13500

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Ryzen 7 8700G

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Core i7-14700

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Athlon 64 X2 4000+

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Core 2 Duo E6400

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Pentium E6500

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100%

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Ryzen 5 2500X

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Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE

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Core i9-13900K

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Core 2 Duo E4500

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Core i7-4790S

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Core i3-14100

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99%

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Core i7-8700

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Ryzen 9 7950X

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99%

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Core 2 Duo E7500

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98%

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Celeron E3300

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98%

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Pentium E6800

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Ryzen 5 3400G

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Core i7-10700KF

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Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

98%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium E6500 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium E6500 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium E6500 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 0.93 GHz from a base frequency of 2.93 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 1,175, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium E6500
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	0.93 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.93 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	1,175

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium E6500 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium E6500
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 E6500 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 E6500
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 $10 (MSRP: $84), the Pentium E6500 delivers 118 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2963 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium E6500
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$84
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$50
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2963
Release DateLaunch date	9 August 2009 (16 years ago)
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

7 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$50
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	9 August 2009 (16 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Wolfdale (2008−2010)
Performance Ranking Position	2963

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	82 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	0.93 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.93 GHz
Transistor Count	228 million
Process Technology	45 nm
Allowed Core Voltage	0.85V – 1.3625V
Max Core Temperature	74 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-