Intel Pentium 2117U vs Intel Pentium Gold 5405U

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Performance
Pentium 2117U
1,7285% of 36,991
Pentium Gold 5405U82% better
3,148.59% of 36,991

The Pentium Gold 5405U has 82% better performance than the Pentium 2117U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Pentium 2117U
No data available
Pentium Gold 5405U
19.5616% of 121.53

The Pentium Gold 5405U has 16% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Pentium 2117U CPU

The Intel Pentium 2117U is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2012. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The 2117U is compatible with Intel Socket G2 (988B) motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium 2117U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium 2117U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium 2117U features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1800.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium 2117U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Pentium 2117U has the 645th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.67% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Pentium Gold 5405U CPU

The Intel Pentium Gold 5405U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2019 with a suggested retail price of $161. It is part of Intel's Pentium Gold lineup, which is based on the Whiskey Lake microarchitecture. The Gold 5405U is compatible with Intel BGA 1528 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium Gold 5405U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium Gold 5405U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium Gold 5405U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.3 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium Gold 5405U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 620. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Pentium Gold 5405U has the 514th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.51% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,148.5 score and $161 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.56. This is the 161st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesPentiumPentium Gold
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2012Q1 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)--$161
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Pentium 2117U
1,7285% of 36,991
Pentium Gold 5405U82% better
3,148.59% of 36,991

The Pentium Gold 5405U has 82% better performance than the Pentium 2117U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Pentium 2117U is ranked 645th with a score of 1,728, and the Pentium Gold 5405U is ranked 514th with a score of 3,148.5.

Performance per dollar
Pentium 2117U
No data available
Pentium Gold 5405U
19.5616% of 121.53

The Pentium Gold 5405U has 37% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Pentium Gold 5405U's 19.56 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Pentium 2117U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-5200U3,365.5+95%
Core i7-640M3,356+94%
Pentium Gold 5405U3,148.5+82%
Core i5-L16G73,015+74%
Core i3-5010U3,002+74%
Core i5-4300Y1,738+1%
Atom x5-Z85501,737+1%
Pentium 2117U1,728
E2-71101,725-0%
Celeron N40001,712.5-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Pentium 2117U orPentium Gold 5405U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-7700HQ23.37+19%
Core i5-8365U21.53+10%
Core i5-8265U20.95+7%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78+6%
Core i3-7100H20.26+4%
Pentium Gold 5405U19.56
Core i7-4712HQ18.49-5%
Celeron 3865U17.81-9%
Celeron J400517.54-10%
Core i7-4702MQ16.62-15%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,728
3,148.5
(+82.2%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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1,439
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
120
233
(+94.17%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
58
92.6
(+59.66%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
490
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
288
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,019
2,267
(+122.47%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
929
1,319
(+41.98%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm10 nm
Transistors1,400 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
SeriesPentiumPentium Gold
MicroarchitectureIvy BridgeWhiskey Lake
CodenameIvy BridgeWhiskey Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
Cores22
Threads24
Clock Speed1800.0 MHz2.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier18.0x23.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache2 MB2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
SocketIntel Socket G2 (988B)Intel BGA 1528
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0 x12
Thermal Design Power (TDP)17 W15 W
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecPentium 2117UPentium Gold 5405U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HDUHD Graphics 620
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, Smart CacheMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.