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Overview

The Pentium G2020 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3072 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,705 points. Launch price was $60.

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 G2020

#291

Core 2 Duo E4500

MSRP: $133|Avg: $10

102%

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Core i7-4790S

MSRP: $312|Avg: $60

102%

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Core i3-14100

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102%

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Core i7-8700

MSRP: $303|Avg: $110

102%

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Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $699|Avg: $538.04

102%

#296

Core 2 Duo E7500

MSRP: $113|Avg: $10

102%

#297

Celeron E3300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

102%

#298

Pentium E6800

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

102%

#299

Ryzen 5 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

101%

#300

Core i7-10700KF

MSRP: $405|Avg: $160

101%

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Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

101%

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Celeron G530

MSRP: $42|Avg: $10

101%

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Celeron G460

MSRP: $37|Avg: $10

101%

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Core i7-13700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $400

101%

#305

Core i5-4590S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $45

100%

#306

Pentium G2020

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

100%

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Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

100%

#308

Celeron G1820

MSRP: $110|Avg: $15

99%

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Core i9-12900KS

MSRP: $739|Avg: $385

99%

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Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $150

99%

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Pentium G3240T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

99%

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Ryzen 5 5500X3D

MSRP: $185|Avg: $180

99%

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Core Ultra 7 265T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $362

99%

#314

Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $85|Avg: $64

99%

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Core i3-9100T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $50

99%

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Ryzen 5 4600G

MSRP: $154|Avg: $143

98%

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Core i7-13700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $250

98%

#318

Ryzen 9 5900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $350

98%

#319

Core i9-7900X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $188

98%

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Athlon 64 X2 5600+

MSRP: $505|Avg: $15

98%

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Core i7-13700F

MSRP: $359|Avg: $345

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G2020 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G2020 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G2020 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.9 GHz from a base frequency of 2.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. With a massive 3072 kB (total) L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines., plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,705, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G2020
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.9 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.9 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	3072 kB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	94 mm2
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	5 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,705

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G2020 fits into the LGA1155 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium G2020
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1155
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium G2020 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 55 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium G2020
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	55 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $64), the Pentium G2020 delivers 114 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2703 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G2020
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$64
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$60
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2703
Release DateLaunch date	21 January 2013 (12 years ago)
Release Year	2013
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	$60
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	21 January 2013 (12 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
Performance Ranking Position	2703

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	94 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	3072 kB (total)
Bus Speed	5 GT/s
Max Frequency	2.9 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.9 GHz
Process Technology	22 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	65 °C