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Overview

The Pentium SU4100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 685 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 SU4100

#189

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

112%

#190

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

111%

#191

Celeron 867

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

110%

#192

Core i7-3610QE

MSRP: $315|Avg: $105

109%

#193

Athlon Silver 3050e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

109%

#194

Processor U300

MSRP: $193|Avg: $180

108%

#195

Core Ultra 7 268V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

108%

#196

Celeron N4000

MSRP: $107|Avg: $30

107%

#197

Processor N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $100

107%

#198

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

106%

#199

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

104%

#200

Core i7-12650H

MSRP: $457|Avg: N/A

104%

#201

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

104%

#202

Core Ultra 7 258V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

104%

#203

A10-9600P

MSRP: $128|Avg: $50

102%

#204

Pentium SU4100

MSRP: $289|Avg: $15

100%

#205

Core Ultra 5 236V

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $403

99%

#206

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

98%

#207

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#208

Core i9-13900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

97%

#209

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

97%

#210

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#211

Core i9-12900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

96%

#212

Core i5-9400H

MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A

94%

#213

VIA Nano U2250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

93%

#214

N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $128

93%

#215

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

92%

#216

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

92%

#217

Core i7-1280P

MSRP: $482|Avg: $482

91%

#218

Ryzen 3 7320C

MSRP: $299|Avg: $200

90%

#219

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium SU4100 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium SU4100 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium SU4100 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.3 GHz from a base frequency of 1.3 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 64 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 685, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium SU4100
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Penryn (2008−2011)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 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	64 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	107 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	410 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	685

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium SU4100 fits into the BGA956 socket and supports PCIe 1.1. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium SU4100
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA956
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium SU4100 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 10 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium SU4100
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	10 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $289), the Pentium SU4100 delivers 46 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3383 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium SU4100
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$289
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3383
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2009
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

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	2007-01-01
Architecture Codename	Penryn (2008−2011)
Performance Ranking Position	3383

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	107 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB
L2 Cache	2 MB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	1.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.3 GHz
Transistor Count	410 million
Process Technology	45 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-