Pentium E2200
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Pentium E2200

Intel

PassMark

985

MSRP

$84

AVG Price

$5

2007-01-01
65 Watt

Performance Spectrum - CPU

About PassMark

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Overview

The Pentium E2200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 985 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 E2200

#41
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
110%
#42
Core i7-950
MSRP: $562|Avg: $15
110%
#43
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
109%
#44
Celeron G550T
MSRP: $42|Avg: $5
109%
#45
Core 2 Duo E6300
MSRP: $163|Avg: $5
107%
#46
Core Ultra 5 225F
MSRP: $231|Avg: $150
107%
#47
Athlon X2 BE-2400
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
107%
#48
Core i3-4330T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $15
105%
#49
Celeron G440
MSRP: $37|Avg: $5
105%
#50
Core Ultra 7 265K
MSRP: $309|Avg: $285
105%
#51
Core i5-2300
MSRP: $177|Avg: $17
104%
#52
Ryzen 9 3900
MSRP: $499|Avg: $150
104%
#53
Ryzen 5 3600X
MSRP: $249|Avg: $90
102%
#54
Core 2 Duo E4300
MSRP: $113|Avg: $5
102%
#55
Core i7-14700KF
MSRP: $384|Avg: $260
102%
#56
Pentium E2200
MSRP: $84|Avg: $5
100%
#57
Core i5-3330
MSRP: $182|Avg: $21
99%
#58
Core i7-14700K
MSRP: $409|Avg: $270
98%
#59
Core i7-3820
MSRP: $286|Avg: $30
98%
#60
Core i7-4770S
MSRP: $305|Avg: $35
98%
#61
Core 2 Quad Q8300
MSRP: $179|Avg: $10
97%
#62
Core i5-7440EQ
MSRP: $250|Avg: $30
97%
#63
Ryzen 5 4500
MSRP: $129|Avg: $85
96%
#64
Pentium Dual-Core E2180
MSRP: $84|Avg: $5
95%
#65
Ryzen 5 5600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $115
95%
#66
Celeron G5925
MSRP: $62|Avg: $15
95%
#67
Core i3-2100
MSRP: $117|Avg: $10
94%
#68
Ryzen 5 7500F
MSRP: $179|Avg: $145
94%
#69
Core i3-4170T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $17
94%
#70
Core Ultra 5 245
MSRP: $319|Avg: $220
93%
#71
Core i3-6100T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $20
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium E2200 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Pentium E2200 is a multi-core processor, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It carries 1 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 985, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationPentium E2200
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency2.2 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores1 MB L2 Cache
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)73 °C
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
Core Voltage Range0.85V-1.5V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score985
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Memory & Platform

The Pentium E2200 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 1.1.

SpecificationPentium E2200
TypeDesktop or Laptop processordesktop
SocketMotherboard socket requiredLGA775
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 1.1
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Power & Cooling

The Pentium E2200 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationPentium E2200
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload65 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)73 °C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $5 (MSRP: $84), the Pentium E2200 delivers 197 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3216 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationPentium E2200
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$84
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$5
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#3216
Release DateLaunch date2007-01-01
Release Year2007
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)Intel

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