Pentium G4520
Intel
PassMark
2,670
MSRP
$86
AVG Price
$45
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Pentium G4520 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Apex Legends
Baldur's Gate 3
Call of Duty: Warzone
Counter-Strike 2
Deadlock
Hearts of Iron IV
League of Legends
Marvel Rivals
Monster Hunter Wilds
Path of Exile 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Pentium G4520 specifications and capabilities.
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 |
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) |
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 |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $45 (MSRP: $86), the Pentium G4520 delivers 59 PassMark points per dollar. 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 |
| 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 |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | desktop |
| Series | Intel Pentium |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $93 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Release Date | 1 September 2015 (10 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 2338 |
Technical Specifications
16 specs
Technical Specifications
16 specs
| Cores | 2 |
| Threads | 2 |
| Bus Type | DMI 3.0 |
| Die Size | 150 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 64K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) |
| Bus Speed | 4 × 8 GT/s |
| Multiplier | 36 |
| Max Frequency | 3.6 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 3.6 GHz |
| Transistor Count | 1,400 million |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
| Max Case Temperature (TCase) | 65 °C |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 51 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR3, DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 34.134 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 64 GB |
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