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Overview

The Pentium E6800 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.33 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: 1,155 points. Launch price was $831.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium E6800 is positioned at rank #932 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 E6800

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

23210%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

21931%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

15924%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

4797%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

3800%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3324%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1904%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1879%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1711%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1711%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1692%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1646%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1623%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1616%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1602%

#303

Core i7-5960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $83

100%

#932

Pentium E6800

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

100%

#933

Core i3-530

MSRP: $113|Avg: $15

100%

#935

Core i3-2105

MSRP: $138|Avg: $30

99%

#936

Athlon II X3 405e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#937

Core i3-3225

MSRP: $172|Avg: $167

99%

#938

Athlon II X3 400e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

98%

#939

Athlon II X2 245e

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

98%

#940

Core i3-3220T

MSRP: $149|Avg: $146

98%

#941

Athlon II X2 240e

MSRP: $77|Avg: $77

97%

#942

Pentium G630T

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

97%

#943

Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition

MSRP: $990|Avg: $175

97%

#946

Core i5-650

MSRP: $176|Avg: $22

95%

#947

A10-6790B

MSRP: $122|Avg: $50

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium E6800 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium E6800 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium E6800 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 0.33 GHz from a base frequency of 3.33 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 1,155, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium E6800
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	0.33 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.33 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	1,155

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium E6800 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium E6800
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 E6800 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 E6800
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: $86), the Pentium E6800 delivers 116 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #932 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2975 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium E6800
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$86
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$831
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#932
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2975
Release DateLaunch date	29 August 2010 (15 years ago)
Release Year	2010
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel