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Overview

The Pentium M 740 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 1.73 GHz, with boost up to 1.73 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: 1,435 points. Launch price was $69.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium M 740 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium M 740 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium M 740 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 1.73 GHz from a base frequency of 1.73 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 1,435, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium M 740
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.73 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.73 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	1,435

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium M 740 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR2 memory.

Specification	Pentium M 740
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 740 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 740
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	27 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3527 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium M 740
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3527
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2005
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Pentium M
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	Dothan (2004−2005)
Performance Ranking Position	3527

Technical Specifications

15 specs

Cores	1
Threads	1
Die Size	87 mm2
L1 Cache	32 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Bus Speed	533 MHz
Max Frequency	1.73 GHz
64-Bit Support	-
Base Frequency	1.73 GHz
Transistor Count	144 million
Process Technology	90 nm
Allowed Core Voltage	1.26V-1.356V
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-