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Overview

The Pentium M 1.60 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: 1.6 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: 405 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium M 1.60 is positioned at rank #1133 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 1.60

#1120

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3622%

#1121

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3569%

#1122

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3277%

#1123

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3262%

#1124

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3232%

#1126

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3121%

#1127

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2993%

#1128

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2988%

#1129

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2907%

#1132

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

100%

#1133

Pentium M 1.60

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1134

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

96%

#1135

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1136

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

95%

#1137

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

95%

#1138

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

95%

#1140

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1141

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

94%

#1142

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

94%

#1143

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

94%

#1145

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

93%

#1146

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium M 1.60 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium M 1.60 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium M 1.60 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 1.6 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 405, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium M 1.60
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.6 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	405

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium M 1.60 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR1, DDR2 memory.

Specification	Pentium M 1.60
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 1.60 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 1.60
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	24 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #1133 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3641 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium M 1.60
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1133
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3641
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2003
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel