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Overview

The Pentium G4560T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,994 points. Launch price was $64.

Value Upgrade Path

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Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4560T

#123

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

104%

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Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

104%

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Core i3-12100F

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104%

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Core Ultra 7 265

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104%

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Core i5-2400

MSRP: $184|Avg: $25

103%

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Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

103%

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Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

103%

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Celeron E1500

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

102%

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Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

102%

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Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

102%

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Core i9-7960X

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $185

101%

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Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

101%

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Athlon II X4 640

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

101%

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Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

MSRP: $429|Avg: $450

100%

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Core i7-4770T

MSRP: $250|Avg: $39

100%

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Pentium G4560T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $20

100%

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Core i7-930

MSRP: $294|Avg: $20

100%

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Core i9-9960X

MSRP: $1684|Avg: $200

100%

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Core Ultra 5 225T

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Ryzen 3 3300X

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Core i5-12600K

MSRP: $289|Avg: $185

100%

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Athlon X4 760K

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

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Core Ultra 5 235

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99%

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Ryzen 7 5700

MSRP: $179|Avg: $164

99%

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Ryzen 5 PRO 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $90

99%

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Ryzen 3 4100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

99%

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FX-6100

MSRP: $165|Avg: $25

98%

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Ryzen 9 9900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $370

98%

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Core 2 Quad Q9450

MSRP: $316|Avg: $15

98%

#152

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

98%

#153

Athlon X4 880K

MSRP: $95|Avg: $25

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G4560T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G4560T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G4560T is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) 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 (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 2,994, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G4560T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.9 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.9 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	3 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	92 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,994

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G4560T fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600 memory.

Specification	Pentium G4560T
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	DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium G4560T 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 G4560T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	92 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $64), the Pentium G4560T delivers 150 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2256 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G4560T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$64
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$20
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$64
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2256
Release DateLaunch date	3 January 2017 (8 years ago)
Release Year	2017
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

8 specs

Type	desktop
Series	Intel Pentium
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$64
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	3 January 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Performance Ranking Position	2256

Technical Specifications

15 specs

Cores	2
Threads	4
Bus Type	DMI 3.0
L1 Cache	64K (per core)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)
Bus Speed	8 GT/s
Multiplier	29
Max Frequency	2.9 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.9 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	92 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	65 °C