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Overview

The Pentium N4200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,158 points. Launch price was $161.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. 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 N4200

#120

Ryzen AI 9 365

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

108%

#121

Core i5-1350P

MSRP: $320|Avg: $250

108%

#122

Pentium T2370

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

107%

#123

Pentium 987

MSRP: $134|Avg: $20

106%

#124

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

106%

#125

C-60

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

106%

#126

Athlon X2 QL-65

MSRP: $150|Avg: $22

106%

#127

FX-9830P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

105%

#128

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

103%

#129

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

102%

#130

Core i7-1370P

MSRP: $438|Avg: $280

102%

#131

Celeron B840

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

102%

#132

Celeron 857

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

101%

#133

Celeron 1020E

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

101%

#134

E-350

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

100%

#135

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

100%

#136

Core i7-11700B

MSRP: $323|Avg: $311

99%

#137

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

99%

#138

Core i9-13980HX

MSRP: $668|Avg: N/A

98%

#139

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

97%

#140

Core 2 Duo E8135

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

97%

#141

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

97%

#142

Celeron T3300

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

96%

#143

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

96%

#144

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

95%

#145

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

95%

#146

Core i7-13700HX

MSRP: $485|Avg: N/A

95%

#147

Core i7-1360P

MSRP: $480|Avg: $280

95%

#148

Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

94%

#149

Core i5-4400E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $50

93%

#150

Core i7-2715QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $50

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium N4200 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium N4200 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium N4200 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.5 GHz from a base frequency of 1.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 2 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache, plus 2 MB of L2 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,158, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium N4200
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Apollo Lake (2014−2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	2 MB L2 Cache
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,158

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium N4200 fits into the FCBGA1296 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3, DDR3, DDR4 memory.

Specification	Pentium N4200
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1296
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3, DDR3, DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium N4200 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 6 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium N4200
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	6 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30.89 (MSRP: $161), the Pentium N4200 delivers 70 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2525 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium N4200
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$161
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$30.89
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$161
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2525
Release DateLaunch date	1 September 2016 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2016
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

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

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Pentium
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$161
Release Date	1 September 2016 (9 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Apollo Lake (2014−2016)
Performance Ranking Position	2525

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores	4
Threads	4
L2 Cache	2 MB
L3 Cache	2 MB L2 Cache
Max Frequency	2.5 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.1 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	105 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-