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Overview

The Pentium G4400T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,323 points. Launch price was $64.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium G4400T is positioned at rank #536 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 G4400T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

8587%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

8114%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

5891%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1775%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1406%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1230%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

704%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

695%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

633%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

633%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

626%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

609%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

600%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

598%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

593%

#376

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

98%

#377

Core i3-9100HL

MSRP: $225|Avg: $100

95%

#378

Core i9-12900TE

MSRP: $494|Avg: $664

95%

#536

Pentium G4400T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $75

100%

#539

Athlon X4 850

MSRP: $77|Avg: $20

99%

#541

FX-6350

MSRP: $132|Avg: $55

97%

#542

Celeron G470

MSRP: $35|Avg: $10

96%

#543

Pentium G3220

MSRP: $54|Avg: $15

96%

#545

Athlon 5370

MSRP: $55|Avg: $15

95%

#548

Core i3-6100

MSRP: $125|Avg: $30

94%

#549

Core i3-6300T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $15

94%

#550

Core i3-6098P

MSRP: $117|Avg: $59

94%

#551

Core i7-7800X

MSRP: $383|Avg: $254

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G4400T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G4400T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G4400T is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 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. It carries 3 MB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,323, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G4400T
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	Skylake (2015−2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	3 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	98.57 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1750 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,323

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G4400T fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600 memory.

Specification	Pentium G4400T
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1151
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium G4400T 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 G4400T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $75 (MSRP: $64), the Pentium G4400T delivers 31 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #536 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2455 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G4400T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$64
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$75
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$64
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#536
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2455
Release DateLaunch date	1 September 2015 (10 years ago)
Release Year	2015
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel