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Intel Pentium Gold G4560 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55PassMark benchmark result:3535N. of physical cores:2CPU boost clock speed:N/A GHzCPU socket:LGA1151TDP (Thermal design power):54 W

Intel Pentium Gold G4560 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

4.3

Overall score

Score
4.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

90%

4.3

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 82% of processors
4.3

Technical score

Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

60%

3.3

Performance

18%

4.9

Cache & Architecture

10%

5.3

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.3

Power & Thermal

4%

7.3

Platform

1%

6.0

Integrated Graphics

â–¼Worse than 77% of processors
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

Based on 1,833 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
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    N/A~ £55

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Technical Specifications of processor Intel Pentium Gold G4560

Technical score
Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

60%

3.3

Performance

18%

4.9

Cache & Architecture

10%

5.3

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.3

Power & Thermal

4%

7.3

Platform

1%

6.0

Integrated Graphics

4.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

Based on 1,833 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Intel Pentium Gold G4560 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than that of 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components:

60%

4.3

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.0
Brand name
Intel
Processor type
desktop
Processor type
desktop
â–² Better than 56% of models
This processor belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
LGA1151
CPU socket
LGA1151
â–² Better than 61% of models
This processor uses the LGA1151 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 60.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
Chipset
Intel 200 Series
Chipset
Intel 200 Series
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This processor supports Intel 200 Series chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 50.3% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
x86-64
CPU architecture
x86-64
â–² Better than 2% of models
This processor 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
2
N. of physical cores
2
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% of processors.
CPU threads
4
CPU threads
4
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.4% of processors and equal to 26.5% of processors.
Threads per core
2
Threads per core
2
â–² Better than 30% of models
Market range: <0 – >2.5
This processor offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.3% of processors and equal to 69.7% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
N/A
CPU base clock speed
2x 3.5 GHz
CPU base clock speed
2x 3.5 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This processor has a base clock of 2x3.5 GHz which is lower than that of 77.6% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
14 nm
Semiconductor size
14 nm
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.6% of processors and equal to that of 33.9% of processors.
Foundry
Intel 14 nm
Foundry
Intel 14 nm
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
This processor is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
L3 cache
3 MB
L3 cache
3 MB
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor has an L3 cache of 3 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 5.6% of processors.
L2 cache
0.5 MB
L2 cache
0.5 MB
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 0.5 MB which is smaller than that of 84.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.3% of processors.
L1 cache
?
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DDR memory version
DDR3L/DDR4
DDR memory version
DDR3L/DDR4
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This processor supports DDR DDR3L/DDR4, which is older than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 5.4% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
2,400 MHz
Maximum memory speed
2,400 MHz
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 2,400 MHz, which is lower than that of 63% of processors and equal to 12.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
?
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
N/A
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
yes
Integrated graphics
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This processor includes integrated graphics. 12.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
Intel HD Graphics 610
Integrated GPU model
Intel HD Graphics 610
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This processor uses the Intel HD Graphics 610 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 77.7% of processors and equal to that in 0.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
12
Integrated GPU execution units
12
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <6 – >64
This processor has 12 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 62.7% of processors and equal to 9.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
350 MHz
Integrated GPU base frequency
350 MHz
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 42.3% of processors and equal to that of 26.1% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode)
Integrated media encoders/decoders
VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode)
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This processor supports VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 61.2% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
54 W
TDP (Thermal design power)
54 W
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 54 W which is higher than that of 62.3% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
54 W
Base power (PL1)
54 W
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 54 W which is higher than that of 62.6% of processors and equal to that of 1.3% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
54 W
Boost power (PL2)
54 W
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <25 W – >150 W
This processor has a boost power of 54 W which is lower than that of 63.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.3% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
no
Configurable TDP
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This processor does not support configurable TDP. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Pentium Gold G4560 vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceCache & ArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated GraphicsPower & Thermal
  • Includes stock cooler
    Cooler included
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This processor includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not. 25.9% of processors include a stock cooler.
  • Supports ECC memory
    ECC memory support
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This processor supports ECC memory, the average processor does not. 32.5% of processors support ECC memory.
  • 28.8% smaller die size
    Die size
    126 mm²
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <99 mm² – >257 mm²
    This processor has a lower die size than the average processor (126 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    126 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • 4.55x cheaper
    Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is cheaper than the average processor (£55 vs £250).
    £55 vs £250
  • Modern CPU socket
    CPU socket
    LGA1151
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP4).
    LGA1151 vs FP4
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • 10% lower boost power
    Boost power (PL2)
    54 W
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 60 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 60 W.
    54 W vs 60 W
  • 4.55x cheaper
    Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is cheaper than the average processor (£55 vs £250).
    £55 vs £250
  • Modern CPU socket
    CPU socket
    LGA1151
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP4).
    LGA1151 vs FP4
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, MPX, OS Guard, Boot Guard vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • 28.8% smaller die size
    Die size
    126 mm²
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <99 mm² – >257 mm²
    This processor has a lower die size than the average processor (126 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    126 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • Supports ECC memory
    ECC memory support
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This processor supports ECC memory, the average processor does not. 32.5% of processors support ECC memory.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Cooler included
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This processor includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not. 25.9% of processors include a stock cooler.
  • 10% lower boost power
    Boost power (PL2)
    54 W
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 60 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 60 W.
    54 W vs 60 W
  • 85.3% lower multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    712
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (712 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    712 vs 4,829
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    2 vs 6
  • 66.6% lower PassMark score
    PassMark benchmark result
    3,535
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,535 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    3,535 vs 10,572.5
  • 51.6% lower single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    712
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (712 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    712 vs 1,471
  • No configurable TDP
    Configurable TDP
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 16.6% weaker single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    2084
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2084 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    2,084 vs 2,500
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    L2 cache
    0.5 MB
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 9.5% worse value for money
    Intel Pentium Gold G4560 has worse value for money than the average processor (5.99 vs 6.6).
    5.99 vs 6.56
  • Narrower instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • No crypto acceleration
    Cryptographic acceleration
    AES
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This processor does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does. 0.00% of processors include crypto acceleration.
    AES vs AES, SHA
  • 3 years older release date
    Release date
    2017
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This processor has an older release date than the average processor (2017 vs 2020).
    January 2017
    2017 vs 2020
  • 85.3% lower multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    712
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (712 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    712 vs 4,829
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    2 vs 6
  • 66.6% lower PassMark score
    PassMark benchmark result
    3,535
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,535 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    3,535 vs 10,572.5
  • 51.6% lower single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    712
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (712 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    712 vs 1,471
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 16.6% weaker single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    2084
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2084 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    2,084 vs 2,500
  • Lower base clock
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 3.5 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (2x3.5 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
    2x3.5 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz
  • No Turbo Boost
    Turbo Boost version
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This processor does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does. 88.6% of processors support Turbo Boost.
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    L2 cache
    0.5 MB
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Semiconductor size
    14 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 50% less L2 per core
    L2 per core
    0.25 MB/core
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.25 MB/core – >2 MB/core
    This processor has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    0.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 62.5% smaller L3 cache
    L3 cache
    3 MB
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
    This processor has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (3 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    3 MB vs 8 MB
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    L3 per core
    1.5 MB/core
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1 MB/core – >3 MB/core
    This processor has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.7 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Older DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR3L/DDR4
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This processor supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4).
    DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4
  • 18.2% lower memory speed
    Maximum memory speed
    2,400 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2400 MHz vs 2933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2933 MHz.
    2,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • 16.2% lower memory bandwidth
    Maximum memory bandwidth
    38.4 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <25 GB/s – >100 GB/s
    This processor has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (38.4 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    38.4 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • Narrower media codec support
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode)
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This processor supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    Integrated GPU model
    Intel HD Graphics 610
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This processor uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 610 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
    Intel HD Graphics 610 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    Integrated GPU execution units
    12
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <6 – >64
    This processor has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    12 vs 24
  • No configurable TDP
    Configurable TDP
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 20% higher base power
    Base power (PL1)
    54 W
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    54 W vs 45 W

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
optimum
≈ estimated
21/06/2017
Hands-on test · 4K 60fps gaming benchmarks
Verdict
Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is a fine budget pick for 4K 60fps gaming, but high-refresh gaming still needs a faster chip.
9.5
Gamers Nexus
≈ estimated
06/05/2017
Full review · gaming benchmarks against i3 and mid-range CPUs
Verdict
Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is a strong budget gaming CPU that beats most i3s, though it will show its age sooner.
9.5
Hardware Unboxed
≈ estimated
31/03/2017
Budget build review · gaming tests and value
Verdict
Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is the best option right now for cheap gaming PCs.
7.0
Digital Foundry
≈ estimated
04/02/2017
Hands-on review · gaming tests and CPU limits
Verdict
Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is a good-value budget gaming chip, but a quad-core chip is better for smooth 60 fps play.
9.0
TheFullSetup
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15/01/2017
Hands-on review · gaming benchmarks and budget build
Verdict
Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is probably the best budget gaming processor available, though some CPU-heavy games bottleneck.
9.5
RandomGaminginHD
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14/01/2017
Benchmark review · gaming tests and comparison with Core i3
Verdict
Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is a strong budget buy unless you need the extra speed of the Core i3.
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digitalfoundry.net
05/12/2017
Gaming benchmarks · Entry-level build
Verdict
The Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is a capable gaming chip that matches the Core i3-6100 in most games with faster memory, but it struggles with video encoding.
pcgamer.com
17/02/2017
Benchmark review · Gaming performance
Verdict
The Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is a strong pick for a modest gaming PC with a mid-range graphics card, but it can't handle video editing or streaming.
tomshardware.com
24/02/2017
Lab review · Pentium comparison
Verdict
The Pentium G4560 suits gaming builds with a separate graphics card, as it gives up a little clock speed and integrated graphics power but keeps Hyper-Threading.
techspot.com
07/02/2017
Benchmark review · Synthetic tests
Verdict
The Pentium G4560 adds Hyper-Threading to a dual-core chip, landing close to the Core i3-6100 in benchmarks with a slightly lower clock.
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techspot.com
07/02/2017
Summary of the review
Intel Pentium G4560: Kaby Lake's Real Gift > Gaming Performance
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techspot.com
07/02/2017
Summary of the review
Intel Pentium G4560: Kaby Lake's Real Gift > Application Benchmarks
computerbase.de
13/01/2017
Hands-on test · Kaby Lake Pentium
Verdict
The Intel Pentium G4560 is the first Pentium with four threads and comes close to the older Core i3-6100 in speed, though some software gains little.
gamestar.de
06/07/2017
Gaming benchmark · Entry-level CPU
Verdict
The Intel Pentium G4560 is a two-core gaming CPU whose Hyper-Threading gives games four threads, though it can't replace a true quad-core chip.
chip.de
25/09/2017
Test rating · Entry-level desktop CPU
Verdict
The Intel Pentium G4560 is a dual-core chip with four threads that handles basic desktop tasks, but its CPU and graphics results trail most rivals.
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hardware-mag.de
24/04/2017
Summary of the review
Review: Affordable: Intel Pentium G4560 Hands-on Test
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hardware.fr
04/05/2017
Summary of the review
Pentium G4560: The end of the Core i3?
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tomshardware.fr
24/02/2017
Summary of the review
Test: Pentium G4560, the Best Entry-Level Option for Gaming?
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lesnumeriques.com
25/08/2017
Benchmark review · Office desktop CPU
Verdict
The Intel Pentium G4560 is an energy-efficient dual-core chip for office PCs that comes close to small Core i3 chips, though it adds little over Skylake.

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What we like about Intel Pentium Gold G4560

  • Exceptional value for money, often described as the 'budget king' of its era
  • Hyper-threading support (2 cores, 4 threads) significantly boosts performance over older Pentiums
  • Gaming performance is remarkably close to more expensive Core i3 processors
  • Low power consumption and runs cool even with the stock cooler
  • Excellent for budget 1080p gaming when paired with a mid-range GPU like a GTX 1050 Ti or 1060
  • Reliable for daily office tasks, web browsing, and general media consumption

What we don't like about Intel Pentium Gold G4560

  • Lacks support for AVX and AVX2 instruction sets, which can hinder performance in specific modern apps
  • Struggles with heavy multi-threaded workloads such as video editing or live streaming
  • Dual-core architecture can cause bottlenecks in CPU-intensive AAA games
  • The integrated graphics (Intel HD 610) are weak and unsuitable for gaming
  • No support for overclocking (locked multiplier)
  • May require a BIOS update to work on older 100-series motherboards

Verdict

The Intel Pentium Gold G4560 is a budget-oriented dual-core processor from the Kaby Lake family featuring 4 threads via Hyper-Threading, a fixed 3.50 GHz base frequency, and a 3 MB Smart Cache on the LGA 1151 socket. Built on a 14nm process with a 54W TDP, it supports up to 64 GB of DDR4-2133/2400 or DDR3L-1333/1600 memory and includes integrated Intel HD Graphics 610. Its primary advantages include exceptional value-for-money, performing similarly to higher-tier i3 processors in gaming, and supporting ECC memory for specialized builds. However, its main drawbacks are the lack of Turbo Boost technology, an locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and the omission of AVX/AVX2 instruction sets, which can significantly hinder performance in heavy video encoding or professional number-crunching tasks.

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