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Overview

The Pentium G4600 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 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,629 points. Launch price was $87.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium G4600 is positioned at rank #466 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 G4600

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

7043%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

6655%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

4832%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1456%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1153%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1009%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

578%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

570%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

519%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

519%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

513%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

499%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

492%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

490%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

486%

#362

Core i9-14901E

MSRP: $557|Avg: $689

99%

#363

Celeron G5900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

99%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

98%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

98%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

97%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

97%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

97%

#466

Pentium G4600

MSRP: $82|Avg: $116

100%

#467

Celeron G3900TE

MSRP: $42|Avg: $45

100%

#471

Pentium G4620

MSRP: $86|Avg: $154

99%

#476

Athlon X4 830

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

97%

#480

Athlon X4 860K

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G4600 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G4600 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G4600 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 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 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 3,629, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G4600
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.6 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	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	3,629

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G4600 fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600 memory.

Specification	Pentium G4600
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium, Pentium Gold
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

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium G4600 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 G4600
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	51 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $116 (MSRP: $82), the Pentium G4600 delivers 31 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #466 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2089 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G4600
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$82
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$116
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$87
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#466
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2089
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