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Overview

The Pentium P6300 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 2.27 GHz, with boost up to 0.27 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: 1,685 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium P6300 is positioned at rank #852 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 P6300

#840

Atom x5-Z8300

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1393%

#841

Atom Z3735G

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1373%

#842

Core i5-480M

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1260%

#843

Core i5-460M

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1255%

#844

Core i5-2540M

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1243%

#846

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1200%

#847

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1151%

#848

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1149%

#849

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1118%

#852

Pentium P6300

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

100%

#854

E-350

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100%

#856

Ryzen Embedded R1305G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

99%

#863

Pentium Dual Core T2390

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

98%

#867

Core i7-1160G7

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium P6300 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium P6300 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 0.27 GHz from a base frequency of 2.27 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 1,685, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium P6300
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	0.27 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.27 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	1,685

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium P6300 fits into the PGA988 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium P6300
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 P6300 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 P6300
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 $10 (MSRP: $80), the Pentium P6300 delivers 169 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #852 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3109 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium P6300
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$80
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#852
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3109
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2011
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel