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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. 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

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115%

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113%

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112%

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110%

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109%

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108%

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107%

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Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

100%

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88%

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88%

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87%

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Core i7-7820HK

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86%

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Core i5-8305G

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85%

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Core i7-8705G

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84%

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83%

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MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium P6000 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

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. 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
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

Specifications Reference

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

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Pentium
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	Arrandale (2010−2011)
Performance Ranking Position	3161

Technical Specifications

16 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Bus Type	DMI 1.0
Die Size	81+114 mm2
L1 Cache	64K (per core)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)
Bus Speed	1 × 2.5 GT/s
Multiplier	14
Max Frequency	1.88 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.86 GHz
Transistor Count	384 million
Process Technology	32 nm
Max Core Temperature	90 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-