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Overview

The Pentium M 1.30 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Banias (2003) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 24 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 315 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium M 1.30 is positioned at rank #676 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 M 1.30

#664

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

931%

#665

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

918%

#666

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

843%

#667

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

839%

#668

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

831%

#670

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

803%

#671

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

770%

#672

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

768%

#673

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

748%

#676

Pentium M 1.30

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#681

Core i3-N305

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium M 1.30 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium M 1.30 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Banias (2003) architecture, manufactured on a 130 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 16 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 315, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium M 1.30
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Banias (2003)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	130 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	16 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	100 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	77 million
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	315

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium M 1.30 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2 memory.

Specification	Pentium M 1.30
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR1, DDR2
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium M 1.30 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 24 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium M 1.30
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	24 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #676 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3634 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium M 1.30
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#676
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3634
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2003
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel