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Overview

The Pentium G4600T 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 GHz, with boost up to 3 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: 3,062 points. Launch price was $75.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium G4600T is positioned at rank #491 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 G4600T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

7634%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

7214%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

5238%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1578%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1250%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1093%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

626%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

618%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

563%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

563%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

556%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

541%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

534%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

532%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

527%

#256

Ryzen 7 1700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

96%

#371

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

96%

#372

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

95%

#491

Pentium G4600T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $35

100%

#493

Core i5-6500T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $35

100%

#494

FX-6330

MSRP: $109|Avg: $25

100%

#495

Celeron G1630

MSRP: $42|Avg: $5

100%

#499

Pentium G4400

MSRP: $64|Avg: $85

98%

#501

Core i5-8600K

MSRP: $257|Avg: $100

97%

#505

Athlon II X4 651

MSRP: $92|Avg: $92

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G4600T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G4600T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G4600T 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 GHz from a base frequency of 3 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 3,062, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G4600T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3 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	3,062

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G4600T fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600 memory.

Specification	Pentium G4600T
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 G4600T 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 G4600T
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 $35 (MSRP: $75), the Pentium G4600T delivers 87 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #491 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2232 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G4600T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$75
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$35
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$75
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#491
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2232
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