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Overview

The Pentium P6000 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.88 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,051 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium P6000 is positioned at rank #1005 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 P6000

#993

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2146%

#994

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2115%

#995

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1941%

#996

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1933%

#997

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1915%

#999

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1849%

#1000

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1773%

#1001

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1770%

#1002

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1723%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

100%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1009

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

99%

#1010

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

99%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

99%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

98%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

98%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

#1015

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

96%

#1016

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

96%

#1017

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

95%

#1018

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

95%

#1019

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1020

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium P6000 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium P6000 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.88 GHz from a base frequency of 1.86 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 3 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,051, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium P6000
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.88 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.86 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Arrandale (2010−2011)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	3 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	81+114 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	384 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	1 × 2.5 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	90 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,051

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium P6000 fits into the PGA988 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium P6000
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA988
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium P6000 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium P6000
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	90 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $90 (MSRP: $150), the Pentium P6000 delivers 23 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1005 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3161 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium P6000
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$150
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$90
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1005
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3161
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2010
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel