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Overview

The Pentium T4200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,055 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium T4200 is positioned at rank #1061 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 T4200

#1049

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2752%

#1050

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2712%

#1051

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2490%

#1052

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2478%

#1053

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2456%

#1055

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2371%

#1056

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2274%

#1057

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2270%

#1058

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2209%

#1061

Pentium T4200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

100%

#1062

Core i7-2720QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1063

Pentium 2020M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

99%

#1064

Celeron P4500

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#1065

Pentium Dual Core SU4100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

99%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

98%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

97%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

97%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

96%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#1075

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium T4200 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium T4200 is a multi-core processor, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It carries 1 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,055, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium T4200
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	1 MB L2 Cache
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,055

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium T4200 fits into the PGA478 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Pentium T4200
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA478
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium T4200 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 T4200
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $99), the Pentium T4200 delivers 106 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1061 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3225 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium T4200
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$99
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	#1061
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3225
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel