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Overview

The Pentium G4520 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 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,670 points. Launch price was $93.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium G4520 is positioned at rank #584 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 G4520

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

10039%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

9486%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

6888%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2075%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1644%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1438%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

824%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

813%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

740%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

740%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

732%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

712%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

702%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

699%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

693%

#278

Ryzen Threadripper 1900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $116

99%

#382

Ryzen Embedded R2544

MSRP: $280|Avg: $280

98%

#584

Pentium G4520

MSRP: $86|Avg: $45

100%

#585

Core i3-4170

MSRP: $117|Avg: $40

100%

#586

Celeron G460

MSRP: $37|Avg: $10

100%

#587

A4 PRO-7350B

MSRP: $50|Avg: $11

99%

#589

Pentium G3220T

MSRP: $54|Avg: $15

98%

#590

Celeron G1620

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

98%

#591

Core i5-7600T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $60

98%

#593

Core i3-7300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $128

97%

#594

Celeron G1830

MSRP: $52|Avg: $5

97%

#596

Core i3-4160

MSRP: $117|Avg: $52

97%

#598

FX-8350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $130

96%

#599

Athlon X4 760K

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G4520 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G4520 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G4520 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 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 3.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,670, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G4520
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Skylake (2015−2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	150 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,400 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,670

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G4520 fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3, DDR4 memory.

Specification	Pentium G4520
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	DDR3, DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium G4520 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 51 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium G4520
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	51 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $45 (MSRP: $86), the Pentium G4520 delivers 59 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #584 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2338 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G4520
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$86
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$45
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$93
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#584
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2338
Release DateLaunch date	1 September 2015 (10 years ago)
Release Year	2015
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel