Intel Pentium E5200

Intel Pentium E5200
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Pentium E5200 was once a versatile processor that powered numerous computers in homes and offices. It was based on the Wolfdale architecture and manufactured using the then-advanced 45-nm process. This manufacturing process contributed to good efficiency and lower heat generation, which was advantageous for the systems of that time.

Its integrated 2 MB Level 2 cache supported smooth data processing, especially for frequently used applications. This dual-core processor offered solid performance for everyday computing tasks, which it mastered with flying colors. We remember that it was particularly valued for its reliability and good price-performance ratio.

For office applications, web browsing, and simple media playback, it was an extremely reliable choice. The Intel Pentium E5200 handled these requirements with a speed appropriate for its time without appearing oversized. It was a straightforward chip whose design aimed for broad compatibility and long-term stability.

It remains a remarkable example of computer technology from a bygone era that always served its purpose impeccably and provided good service to many users.
  • Wolfdale Architecture
  • 45-nm Manufacturing Process
  • 2 MB Level 2 Cache
  • Reliable performance for everyday use

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 850 / 867
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank 816 / 821
In segment Desktop
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-2100T
2C / 4T · 2.50 GHz
394
Intel Pentium E6600
2C / 2T · 3.06 GHz
362
Intel Pentium E5200
2C / 2T · 2.50 GHz
329
AMD Athlon 5350
4C / 4T · 2.05 GHz
236
Intel Pentium E2180
2C / 2T · 2.00 GHz
227
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Pentium N3520
4C / 4T · 2.42 GHz
560
Intel Pentium J2850
4C / 4T · 2.67 GHz
554
Intel Pentium E5200
2C / 2T · 2.50 GHz
541
AMD Sempron 3850
4C / 4T · 1.30 GHz
495
Intel Pentium E2180
2C / 2T · 2.00 GHz
372
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

AMD Athlon II X4 620e
4C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
344
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
4C / 4T · 2.40 GHz
344
Intel Pentium E5200
2C / 2T · 2.50 GHz
343
Intel Core2 Duo E6540
2C / 2T · 2.33 GHz
342
Intel Core2 Duo E6550
2C / 2T · 2.33 GHz
342
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core2 Duo E4700
2C / 2T · 2.60 GHz
631
AMD A4-6210
AMD A4-6210 100 %
4C / 4T · 1.80 GHz
629
Intel Pentium E5200
2C / 2T · 2.50 GHz
626
Intel Core2 Duo E6550
2C / 2T · 2.33 GHz
625
Intel Core2 Duo E6540
2C / 2T · 2.33 GHz
625
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Single-Core

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Single-Core
Single-core performance

AMD FX-6300
AMD FX-6300 106 %
6C / 6T · 4.10 GHz
221
AMD FX-8300
AMD FX-8300 104 %
8C / 8T · 4.20 GHz
217
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
4C / 4T · 2.40 GHz
217
Intel Pentium E5200
2C / 2T · 2.50 GHz
209
AMD Phenom II X4 955
4C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
156
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Celeron E3400
2C / 2T · 2.60 GHz
412
Intel Celeron E3300
2C / 2T · 2.50 GHz
404
Intel Pentium E5200
2C / 2T · 2.50 GHz
400
Intel Core2 Duo E6600
2C / 2T · 2.40 GHz
392
Intel Pentium N3540
4C / 4T · 2.16 GHz
388

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Pentium (150)
CPU groupIntel Pentium E5000/E6000 (13)
ArchitectureWolfdale (Penryn)
Technology45 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 775
Generation2
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads2 / 2
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 2x Penryn
Frequency: 2.50 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (2 Cores):
L2-Cache2.00 MB
L3-Cache
OverclockingYes

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1333
DDR2-800
21.3 GB/s
12.8 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory16 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP65 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3
Release dateQ3/2008
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Pentium E5200
Intel Pentium E5200
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