Pentium III 1133
Intel
PassMark
180
MSRP
$990
AVG Price
$30
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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Overview
The Pentium III 1133 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Tualatin (2000−2002) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.13 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 180 nm process technology. Socket: PGA370. Thermal design power (TDP): 29 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 180 points. Launch price was $69.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium III 1133 is positioned at rank #1142 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium III 1133
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Pentium III 1133 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Pentium III 1133 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Pentium III 1133 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Tualatin (2000−2002) architecture, manufactured on a 180 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.13 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 256 kB of L2 cache and 8 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 180, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Pentium III 1133 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 1C / 1T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 1.13 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Tualatin (2000−2002) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 180 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 0 kB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 256 kB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 8 kB |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 80 mm2 |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 44 million |
| 64-bit Support | No |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 180 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium III 1133 fits into the PGA370 socket and supports PCIe 1.1.
| Specification | Pentium III 1133 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | desktop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | PGA370 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Pentium III 1133 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 29 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Pentium III 1133 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 29 Watt |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $990), the Pentium III 1133 delivers 6 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1142 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3551 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Pentium III 1133 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $990 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $30 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $69 |
| Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking | #1142 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3551 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2000 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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