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Intel Pentium 3556U

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Performance
1,7565% of 36,991

The Pentium 3556U has 5% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Performance per dollar

We do not have performance per dollar data for the Pentium 3556U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Specs at a glance
Cores / Threads2 / 2
Memory SupportDDR3
Clock1700.0 MHz / --
Release DateQ3 2013
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Summary

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About the Intel Pentium 3556U CPU

The Intel Pentium 3556U is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2013. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The 3556U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium 3556U supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Pentium 3556U 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 3556U 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 1700.0 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 3556U 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 3556U has the 639th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.75% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

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

InfoValue
ManufacturerIntel
SeriesPentium
Market SegmentMobile
Release DateQ3 2013
Production StatusActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
1,7565% of 36,991

The Pentium 3556U has 5% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

The Pentium 3556U is ranked 639th with a score of 1,756.

Performance per dollar

We do not have performance per dollar data for the Pentium 3556U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

Pentium 3556U's average score in the benchmark can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, more powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

CPUBenchmark Performance
Pentium N35201,794+2%
Pentium 3558U1,787+2%
Pentium 2127U1,782+1%
Celeron 1000M1,779+1%
Pentium N37001,768+1%
Pentium 3556U1,756
Pentium N37101,742.5-1%
Core M-5Y311,738.5-1%
Core i5-4300Y1,738-1%
Atom x5-Z85501,737-1%

Relative Value For Money

Pentium 3556U's average performance per dollar in the benchmark can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score generally implies better value for your moeny.

CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the Pentium 3556U's average performance scores across industry-standard CPU benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkValue
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,756
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
125.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
65.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
493
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
302
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,058
CPU Mark Single-Thread
951
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.

SpecValue
ManufacturerIntel
FoundryIntel
Process Size22 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.

SpecValue
SeriesPentium
MicroarchitectureHaswell
CodenameHaswell
Memory SupportDDR3
ECC MemoryNo

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.

SpecValue
Cores2
Threads2
Clock Speed1700.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz
Multiplier17.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNo

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.

SpecValue
L1 Cache64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB
L3 Cache2 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.

SpecValue
SocketIntel BGA 1168
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W
Tcase Max105 °C
TJ Max100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecValue
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-x, Smart Cache

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