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Intel Pentium Gold G5500t Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£60
PassMark benchmark result: 3256
N. of physical cores: 2
CPU boost clock speed: N/A GHz

Intel Pentium Gold G5500t review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.6

Good

5.5

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7.3

Very good

3.4
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
2.7
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
9.0
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
0.0
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
1.6
L3 cache
8.0%
1.0
N. of physical cores
4.8
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
9.0
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 G5500T is a dual-core desktop processor from the Coffee Lake architecture, featuring 4 threads via Hyper-Threading and a fixed base clock speed of 3.2 GHz. Built on a 14nm process for the LGA 1151 socket, it includes 4 MB of Intel Smart Cache and integrated UHD Graphics 630 capable of supporting 4K resolution at 60Hz. Its primary advantages include a very low 35W TDP for energy-efficient operation, support for ECC memory for data reliability, and compatibility with DDR4-2400 RAM. However, it is limited by a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, lacks a Turbo Boost feature, and its dual-core configuration may struggle with modern high-end gaming or heavy multi-threaded workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Pentium Gold G5500t

Overall score

5.6

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Platform

7.9

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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

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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

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

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

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

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Performance

5.4

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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+

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+

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

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

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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

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Cache & Architecture

4.8

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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

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

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

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

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

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Memory & PCIe

5.0

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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

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

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

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

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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

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Integrated Graphics

6.4

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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

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

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

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

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

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Power & Thermal

7.2

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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

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

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

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

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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

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Intel Pentium Gold G5500t vs the average processor

Why is Intel Pentium Gold G5500t better than the average processor?

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12 °C lower CPU temperature
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (88 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <100 °C
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (88 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.88 °C vs 100 °C
Supports ECC memory
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
29.2% smaller die size
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower die size than the average processor (126 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <150 mm²
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower die size than the average processor (126 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².126 mm² vs 178 mm²
45.3% lower boost power
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
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
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.35 W vs 64 W
Modern CPU socket
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP2).
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
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP2).LGA1151 vs FP2
4.17x cheaper
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t is cheaper than the average processor (£60 vs £250).
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t is cheaper than the average processor (£60 vs £250).£60 vs £250
16.7% more L3 per core
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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 G5500t 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
22.2% lower base power
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 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 G5500t has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.35 W vs 45 W
Modern CPU socket
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1151 vs FP2).
29.2% smaller die size
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower die size than the average processor (126 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
16.7% more L3 per core
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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.
Supports ECC memory
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
12 °C lower CPU temperature
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (88 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
45.3% lower boost power
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
22.2% lower base power
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

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Why is Intel Pentium Gold G5500t worse than the average processor?

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No crypto acceleration
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
2 year/s older release date
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has an older release date than the average processor (2018 vs 2020).
April 2,018
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
24.3% weaker single-core performance
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,879 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
69.1% lower PassMark score
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,256 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
4 fewer CPU threads
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
No Turbo Boost
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
80% smaller L2 cache
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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.
16.7% larger process node
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
66.7% smaller L1 cache
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
50% less L2 per core
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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.
50% smaller L3 cache
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
18.1% lower memory bandwidth
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (37.5 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
18.2% lower memory speed
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
12 °C lower TJ Max
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (88 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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 G5500t has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
24.3% weaker single-core performance
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,879 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >3200
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,879 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,879 vs 2,483
69.1% lower PassMark score
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,256 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 G5500t has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,256 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,256 vs 10,532.5
80% smaller L2 cache
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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.
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
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
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
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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
4 fewer CPU threads
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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 G5500t has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8
50% less L2 per core
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t 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.
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 G5500t 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
66.7% smaller L1 cache
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
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
Intel Pentium Gold G5500t has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.128 KB vs 384 KB

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Pentium Gold G5500t?

Low power consumption with a 35W TDP, making it highly energy efficient
Excellent for basic tasks like web browsing, studies, and office work
Features Hyper-Threading, providing 4 threads for improved multitasking over older dual-core models
Includes integrated UHD Graphics 630, which is sufficient for light gaming like League of Legends or Valorant
Supports ECC memory, a rare feature for budget processors that helps prevent data corruption
Runs cool and does not typically require high-end cooling solutions

What customers dislike about Intel Pentium Gold G5500t?

Limited performance for demanding tasks or modern, high-end gaming
Locked multiplier prevents traditional overclocking
Lacks support for newer instruction sets like AVX-512
No longer competitive with newer budget CPUs or Ryzen alternatives in multi-core performance
Struggles with heavy modern titles, often resulting in unstable frame rates or stuttering

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valid.x86.fr

01/01/2026

CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Pentium Gold G5500T (8T) - CPU-Z VALIDATOR For official technical documentation and specifications, visit the Intel website.

The CPU-Z validation for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (sbv8a5) highlights a 10 nm, ARMv8-A architecture chipset featuring Kryo 385 cores with a base clock of 1.324 GHz and a boost potential up to 2.803 GHz. The processor, found on an Asus device in this instance, includes a robust instruction set with NEON, VFPv4, and LPAE, supporting efficient mobile computing. CPU-Z VALIDATORKey...Read more

cpubenchmark.net

29/03/2026

Intel Pentium Gold G5500T @ 3.20GHz - PassMark CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Pentium Gold G5500T is a dual-core 8th Gen Coffee Lake desktop processor designed for low-power efficiency, featuring a 3.20 GHz base clock and Hyper-Threading for four threads. It achieves a PassMark CPU Mark score of approximately 3,256, positioning it as an capable entry-level option for everyday office tasks and 4K media consumption via integrated UHD Graphics 630....Read more

cpubenchmark.net

Q2 2018

Intel Pentium Gold G5500T vs AMD Phenom II X4 940 Benchmark

The Intel Pentium Gold G5500T (2018) outperforms the older AMD Phenom II X4 940 (2009) in PassMark benchmarks, demonstrating superior single-thread performance and significantly higher power efficiency. While the Pentium’s dual-core design excels in daily tasks, the quad-core AMD chip shows its age with lower IPC and higher energy demands, resulting in a roughly 38% lower overall...Read more

cpu.userbenchmark.com

Q2 2018

Intel Core i3-8100T vs Pentium G5500T Comparison and Test

The Intel Core i3-8100T outperforms the Pentium Gold G5500T with roughly 1.94x faster overall speed and a 38% higher benchmark score, driven by its quad-core architecture compared to the Pentium's dual-core setup. While both 35W TDP chips are suitable for low-power, compact systems, the i3-8100T features 6MB L3 cache and superior multi-tasking performance, whereas the Pentium G5500T...Read more

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