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Overview

The Pentium G2020T 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3072 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,430 points. Launch price was $64.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium G2020T is positioned at rank #741 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 G2020T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

13953%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13184%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9573%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2884%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2284%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1998%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1145%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1130%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1029%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1028%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1017%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

990%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

976%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

972%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

963%

#288

Ryzen Threadripper 1950

MSRP: $999|Avg: $300

99%

#392

Celeron G4920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $115

99%

#740

FX-6100

MSRP: $165|Avg: $25

100%

#741

Pentium G2020T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

100%

#742

Core i7-4771

MSRP: $320|Avg: $78

100%

#745

Core i7-4770S

MSRP: $305|Avg: $35

99%

#746

Core i5-6400T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $40

99%

#748

Core i5-3570K

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

99%

#749

Athlon II X3 455

MSRP: $88|Avg: $15

99%

#750

Core i5-3570S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $59

98%

#751

Core i7-3770

MSRP: $294|Avg: $60

98%

#752

Pentium G2120

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

98%

#753

Core i5-3340S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $25

97%

#754

Celeron G1101

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

97%

#755

FX-8150

MSRP: $245|Avg: $50

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G2020T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G2020T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G2020T 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 2.5 GHz from a base frequency of 2.5 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 1,430, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G2020T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.5 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	1,430

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G2020T fits into the LGA1155 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium G2020T
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 G2020T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium G2020T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $69 (MSRP: $64), the Pentium G2020T delivers 21 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #741 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2831 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G2020T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$64
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$69
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$64
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#741
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2831
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