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Overview

The Pentium G2100T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (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: 1,691 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

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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 G2100T

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105%

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Pentium G2100T

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100%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G2100T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G2100T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G2100T 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 2.6 GHz from a base frequency of 2.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 3 MB (total) of L3 cache, 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 1,691, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G2100T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.6 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	3 MB (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	1,691

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G2100T fits into the LGA1155 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium G2100T
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 G2100T 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 G2100T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $75), the Pentium G2100T delivers 169 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2709 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G2100T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$75
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2709
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2012
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	$69
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
Performance Ranking Position	2709

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	3 MB (total)
Bus Speed	5 GT/s
Max Frequency	2.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.6 GHz
Process Technology	22 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	65 °C