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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£95
  • Avg. price in US: ~$110
  • PassMark benchmark result: 4488
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: ?

Intel Pentium Gold G6605 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.9

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%

4.6

Technical Score

10.0%

7.4

User score

Poor
4.6

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%

4.2

Performance

18.0%

3.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.9

Platform

1.0%

7.0

Integrated Graphics

Poor
7.4

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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(3)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Very good
  • 4.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    4.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    9.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.4

    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 G6605 is a 10th-generation 'Comet Lake-Refresh' desktop processor launched in Q1 2021, featuring 2 cores and 4 threads via Hyper-Threading. It operates at a high base clock frequency of 4.3 GHz with 4 MB of Intel Smart Cache, a 58W TDP, and is built on a 14 nm production node for the LGA 1200 socket. Main pros include its impressive single-core speed for budget-friendly daily computing, integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 with 4K support, and compatibility with 128 GB of dual-channel DDR4-2666 memory. However, cons include its lack of Turbo Boost technology, a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and a dual-core architecture that may struggle with modern multi-threaded gaming or intensive creative workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Pentium Gold G6605

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%

4.2

Performance

18.0%

3.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.9

Platform

1.0%

7.0

Integrated Graphics

4.6
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a technical score of 4.63 points, which is lower than that of 62.8% 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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(3)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

7.4
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a user score of 7.42 points, which is lower than that of 91.1% of products in this category.
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.
1.4
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a popularity of 1.4 points, which is higher than 73.1% 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%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.4
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is higher than 49.1% 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

desktop
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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
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

LGA1200
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 uses the LGA1200 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 69.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.5% 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

Intel 400 Series, Intel 500 Series
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports Intel 400 Series, Intel 500 Series chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 62.2% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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

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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

2 x 4.3 GHz & 2 x 4.3 GHz
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a base clock of 2x4.3 GHz & 2x4.3 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

14 nm
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% 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 14 nm
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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
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 G6605 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

0.5 MB
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has an L2 cache of 0.5 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 15.2% 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

128 KB
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% 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
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% 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

2,666 MHz
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports memory speeds up to 2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 55% of processors and equal to 8.1% 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

DDR4-2666 MHz
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 55.3% of processors and equal to 7.4% 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

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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

128 GB
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% 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

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Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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 630
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 uses the Intel UHD Graphics 630 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 44.3% of processors and equal to that in 8.3% 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

24
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% 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

350 MHz
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% 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

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode)
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 78.5% of processors and equal to 0.8% 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

58 W
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a TDP of 58 W which is higher than that of 68.3% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% 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

58 W
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a base power of 58 W which is higher than that of 68.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% 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

58 W
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a boost power of 58 W which is lower than that of 53.2% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% 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

N/A
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

no
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Pentium Gold G6605 vs the average processor

  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
    When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    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

    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,200 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 G6605 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,200 vs FP2).LGA1200 vs FP2
  • 38.8% more popular
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 is more popular than the average processor (1.39 vs 1.000).
    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.
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 is more popular than the average processor (1.39 vs 1.000).1.39 vs 1
  • 11.1% higher single-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,635 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,635 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,635 vs 1,471
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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 G6605 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
  • 15 higher clock multiplier
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (43 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (43 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.43 vs 28
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,200 vs FP2).
  • 11.1% higher single-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,635 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 15 higher clock multiplier
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (43 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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 memory overclocking
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.

Total
Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 65.9% lower multi-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,635 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 57.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,488 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • No Turbo Boost
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 9.2% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (41.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 9.1% lower memory speed
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,666 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 28.9% higher base power
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (58 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 28.9% higher TDP
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a higher TDP than the average processor (58 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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 G6605 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet 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 G6605 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 65.9% lower multi-core score
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,635 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 G6605 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,635 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,635 vs 4,793
  • 57.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,488 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 G6605 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,488 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.4,488 vs 10,532.5
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Pentium Gold G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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 G6605 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
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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Pentium Gold G6605?

  • Excellent for basic office work, web browsing, and document management
  • High base clock speed of 4.3 GHz provides snappy single-threaded performance
  • Supports Hyper-Threading, allowing for 4 threads to aid in light multitasking
  • Low power consumption (58W TDP) allows for quiet operation and efficient builds
  • Includes integrated UHD Graphics 630, eliminating the need for a discrete GPU for non-gamers
  • Affordable entry point for students and home users on a budget

What customers dislike about Intel Pentium Gold G6605?

  • Only 2 physical cores, which leads to stuttering and freezes in modern or heavy games
  • Struggles significantly with processor-intensive tasks like 3D rendering or video editing
  • Poor value for money compared to similarly priced AMD Ryzen 3 or newer Intel Core i3 alternatives
  • Locked multiplier prevents any significant overclocking potential
  • Integrated graphics are weak for anything beyond basic media consumption and very light gaming
  • Input lag can occur during heavy background updates or when many browser tabs are open

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pc-builds.com
Q3 2021
Pentium Gold G6605 vs Pentium M | CPU comparison - PC Builds Would you like a performance comparison between this model and its predecessor, the G6405...

The PC Builds comparison highlights a massive generational gap, as the 2021 Pentium Gold G6605 boasts a 4.3 GHz clock speed and over 2400% higher synthetic performance compared to the 2009 Pentium M 2.10 GHz. The modern G6605, featuring dual-core/four-thread architecture, DDR4 support, and integrated UHD Graphics 630, outperforms the single-core, legacy Pentium M in nearly all...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
Daily Updated
Intel Pentium Gold G6605 vs i5-3330S - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Pentium Gold G6605 (2021) significantly outperforms the Intel Core i5-3330S (2012) in PassMark CPU Mark tests, offering roughly 15% higher multi-threaded and over 50% better single-thread performance due to higher clock speeds (4.3 GHz) and modern 14nm architecture. The G6605 boasts superior modern features, supporting up to 128GB of faster DDR4 RAM (2666 MHz) and offering...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/07/2021
Intel Pentium Gold G5600 vs Pentium Gold G6605 - CPU Benchmarks Would you like to see a performance comparison between the G6605 and its predecessor,...

The Intel Pentium Gold G6605 offers a roughly 14-16% performance increase over the G5600, featuring a higher 4.3 GHz base clock and support for 128GB of 2666MHz RAM, effectively doubling the capacity and improving bandwidth over the older model. The G6605 excels in single-core tasks suitable for office work, but both processors are limited by a dual-core, non-overclockable...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
01/07/2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Pentium Gold G6605 (Single-Thread)

The Intel Core i7-13700K, featured in this CPU-Z validation, is a Raptor Lake processor offering 16 cores and 24 threads, boasting exceptional single-core performance with boost clocks up to 5.4 GHz. Its primary strengths include superior gaming and productivity performance, driven by a high-count efficiency-core (E-core) design, while supporting both DDR4 and DDR5 memory for...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
01/07/2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Pentium Gold G6605 (Single-Thread)

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, validated on the Zen 5 architecture, is recognized as a top-tier gaming processor featuring eight cores and 16 threads, utilizing 2nd Gen 3D V-Cache technology placed beneath the die for superior thermal efficiency. Key advantages include its position as a "gaming king" with unmatched performance in intensive titles, enhanced by full overclocking support and...Read more

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