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  • Avg. price: ~£95
  • PassMark benchmark result: 5171
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.5 GHz

Intel Pentium Gold 7505 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.2

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

2.7

Performance

18.0%

6.2

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

6.9

Platform

1.0%

7.9

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 3.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.1

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.3

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is an entry-level mobile processor from the Tiger Lake-U generation, featuring 2 Willow Cove cores and 4 threads with a base frequency of 2.0 GHz and a 3.5 GHz turbo boost. Built on a 10 nm SuperFin process, it includes 4 MB of L3 cache, a 15 W TDP, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics (Xe G4) with 48 execution units. Its main advantages include high single-core performance for its class, support for modern features like WiFi 6, Thunderbolt 4, and AVX-512, and overall power efficiency for thin laptops. However, its primary drawbacks are its limited core count, which restricts it to basic day-to-day multitasking, and a TDP that is often too high for completely fanless, silent designs.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Pentium Gold 7505

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.2
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a technical score of 4.22 points, which is lower than that of 74.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.2

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.0
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6 points, which is lower than 65.3% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1449
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses the FCBGA1449 CPU socket, which is older than that of 80.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

2
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

4
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.5 GHz
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 reaches a boost clock of 3.5 GHz which is lower than that of 80.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.1% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

2 x 2.0 GHz
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a base clock of 2x2.0 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 10 nm SuperFin
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is built on the Intel 10 nm SuperFin foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 54% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

4 MB
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

2.5 MB
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has an L2 cache of 2.5 MB which is larger than that of 48.8% of processors and equal to that of 1.3% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

160 KB
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has an L1 cache of 160 KB which is smaller than that of 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR4X
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4X, which is newer than that of 63.4% of processors and equal to that of 3% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

3,733 MHz
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports memory speeds up to 3733 MHz, which is higher than that of 59.9% of processors and equal to 1.2% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR4X-3733 MHz
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4X-3733 MHz, which is higher than that of 59.6% of processors and equal to 0.3% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 48EU
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses the Intel UHD Graphics 48EU integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 61.3% of processors and equal to that in 0.7% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

48
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has 48 GPU execution units, which is more than 82.5% of processors and equal to 4.7% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

400 MHz
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has an integrated GPU clock of 400 MHz which is higher than that of 73.3% of processors and equal to that of 8% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 63.1% of processors and equal to 10.8% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

55 W
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a boost power of 55 W which is lower than that of 57.3% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 15 W
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Intel Pentium Gold 7505 vs the average processor

  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm).
    What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
    When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm).Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 27.3% higher memory speed
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (3,733 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=4800 MHz

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (3,733 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.3733 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • 1 wider front-end design
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a higher front-end width than the average processor (5 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
  • 27.3% higher memory speed
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (3,733 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Overall
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 vs FP2).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 60% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,113 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 72.3% lower multi-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,329 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 50.9% lower PassMark score
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,171 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 11.8% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (427 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 9.3% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,251 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 9.7% lower single-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,329 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • 8 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (20 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 58.3% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (160 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 60% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,113 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,113 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,113 vs 2,783
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 72.3% lower multi-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,329 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,329 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,329 vs 4,793
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 50.9% lower PassMark score
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,171 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,171 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.5,171 vs 10,532.5
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8
  • 11.8% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (427 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Pentium Gold 7505 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (427 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.427 vs 484
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What customers like about Intel Pentium Gold 7505?

  • Excellent price-to-performance ratio for entry-level laptops, typically found in models starting around $300
  • Sufficient for everyday productivity tasks such as web browsing, streaming, and basic office work
  • Features modern integrated Intel UHD Graphics based on Gen 12 architecture, offering better performance than older UHD series
  • Supports modern connectivity standards including Wi-Fi 6 and Thunderbolt 4
  • Strong single-core performance for its class, often outperforming older Core i3 processors (like the i3-10110U)

What customers dislike about Intel Pentium Gold 7505?

  • Limited to 2 physical cores, which significantly restricts multitasking and performance in modern heavy applications
  • Poor performance in modern gaming, often resulting in low frame rates or significant lag
  • High CPU utilization (often reaching 100%) during simple tasks like opening multiple browser tabs
  • Lack of PCIe 4.0 support, limiting SSD speeds to PCIe 3.0 standards
  • Not suitable for demanding creative work such as high-resolution video editing or complex 3D modeling

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30/03/2026
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 - LaptopMedia

The Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is an entry-level, 10nm Tiger Lake-U mobile processor featuring two Willow Cove cores, four threads, and a 15W TDP, making it a significant upgrade for thin-and-light laptops. It provides modern amenities including Thunderbolt 4 support, Wi-Fi 6, and support for fast memory, paired with Intel UHD Graphics (Xe G4) that handle 8K display output. While it...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 @ 2.00GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is a Tiger Lake-U dual-core processor designed for budget laptops, featuring 2 Willow Cove cores, 4 threads, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4. It excels in basic tasks, offering high single-thread performance, 4K video capabilities, and modern features like Wi-Fi 6. However, its limited dual-core design restricts performance in heavy multi-threaded...Read more

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28/12/2024
GPD Pocket 3 Review

Arno Welzel’s review highlights the GPD Pocket 3 as a robust, highly portable 2-in-1 mini-laptop, featuring a 180-degree swivel screen and a unique modular I/O system. The device is praised for its sturdy aluminum-magnesium build, powerful 11th Gen Intel processors, and versatile connectivity, including 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, Thunderbolt 4, and optional RS-232/KVM modules for technical...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/10/2020
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 Specifications and Performance Benchmarks

The Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is a dual-core 11th Gen Tiger Lake-U entry-level processor (10nm) designed for affordable, thin, and light laptops. It operates with 2 cores/4 threads at 2.0 GHz base to 3.5 GHz boost, featuring updated Intel UHD Graphics (Xe G4 with 48 EUs) that provide a significant performance boost over older Pentium chips. The processor supports modern technologies...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 @ 2.00 GHz - CPU Performance Benchmarks

The Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is a Tiger Lake-based, 10nm dual-core, four-thread laptop processor featuring a 2.0 GHz base clock and up to 3.5 GHz boost. With a PassMark score of approximately 5,169, it delivers capable, snappy performance for basic office tasks and web browsing, outperforming older chips like the i5-7200U. The processor, which supports DDR4-3200 memory and features...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 @ 2.00 GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is a dual-core, 10nm Tiger Lake-U mobile processor designed for budget laptops, featuring two Willow Cove cores, four threads, and a 3.50 GHz turbo boost. Key advantages include its modern Xe G4-based integrated graphics and support for high-speed LPDDR4x-3733 memory, making it an efficient choice for daily office tasks and web browsing [1, 3]....Read more

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diskidee.be
02/09/2021
Modern all-in-one desktop computer

The Diskidee review of the HP Pavilion All-in-One 27-d1000nb highlights a stylish, modern 27-inch desktop featuring an Intel Core i7-11700T, 16 GB RAM, and a 1 TB SSD, designed to eliminate workspace clutter. Key strengths include the bright, high-quality Full HD IPS touchscreen, punchy integrated B&O Play speakers, and a secure, convenient pop-up Windows Hello webcam. However, the...Read more

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id.nl
24/08/2021
MSI Modern AM241P review: Versatile all-in-one PC

The MSI Modern AM241P is a versatile 23.8-inch all-in-one (AIO) PC tailored for home offices, featuring an 11th Gen Intel Core processor and an IPS display. Key advantages include an HDMI-in port for standalone monitor functionality, a highly adjustable stand, and a "Rapid Upgrade" bay for easy storage expansion. While performance is solid for daily productivity, it is limited to...Read more

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The Shuttle XPC Slim DH32U is a specialized 1.3-litre barebone mini-PC designed for professional, industrial, and digital signage applications. Based on Intel's 11th Gen "Tiger Lake-U" architecture, this compact machine supports four independent 4K Ultra HD displays at 60Hz via native HDMI 2.0b ports. It features robust connectivity, including eight USB ports and dual Gigabit...Read more

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