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Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz

Explore Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
2.3/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 2.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 995 and a single-thread rating of 765.

CPU Mark995
1 samples
Single Thread765
Overall rank#4,716
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.3Outdated for demanding workloads

Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 2.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 995 and a single-thread rating of 765.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz is a Desktop released in 2026. Recorded specifications include 2 cores and 4 threads, a 995 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 995 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 765 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

It uses socket LGA1156. A matching socket is only the first check; confirm the official motherboard CPU-support list, BIOS revision and board power limits.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz specifications?

The main recorded details are 2 cores and 4 threads, a 995 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz?

Start with LGA1156 motherboards, then confirm the official CPU-support list and required BIOS revision for the exact board before buying.

How much power does the Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHz use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

03Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHzThis CPU995 points
05AMD Athlon II X2 4300eAMD990 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD Athlon II X2 4300eAMD1,074 points
02AMD Athlon 7750 Dual-CoreAMD1,044 points
05Intel Pentium G6952 @ 2.80GHzThis CPU765 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
16,793.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
196.50
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
637.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
5.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
2,495.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
5,219.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
89.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
2,371.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryDesktop
Release year2026
SocketLGA1156
Cores / threads2 / 4
Base clock2.80 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I2 x 32 KB
L1D2 x 32 KB
L22 x 256 KB
L34 MB