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Overview

The Pentium M 730 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 27 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 435 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium M 730 is positioned at rank #161 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 730

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Atom x5-Z8300

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337%

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Atom Z3735G

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332%

#149

Core i5-480M

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305%

#150

Core i5-460M

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304%

#151

Core i5-2540M

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301%

#153

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

291%

#154

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

279%

#155

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

278%

#156

Core 2 Duo T6600

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271%

#161

Pentium M 730

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100%

#171

Celeron N3060

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97%

#174

Core 2 Duo T9300

MSRP: $316|Avg: $20

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium M 730 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium M 730 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium M 730 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture, manufactured on a 90 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.6 GHz from a base frequency 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 2 MB of L2 cache and 32 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 435, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium M 730
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Dothan (2004−2005)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	90 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	32 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	87 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	144 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	533 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	1.26V-1.356V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	435

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium M 730 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR2 memory.

Specification	Pentium M 730
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Pentium M
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR2
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium M 730 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 27 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium M 730
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	27 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #161 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3558 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium M 730
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#161
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3558
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2005
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel