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Intel

Intel Pentium Gold G5420 3.8 GHz LGA 1151 desktop processor

SKU CH-ZPFW-D7D7D

Dual-core desktop processor with four threads, 3.8 GHz base clock, 54 W TDP, and integrated UHD Graphics 610 for LGA 1151 300-series boards

  • CPU coresDual-Core
  • CPU socketLGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • TDP rating54 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • Processor codenameCoffee Lake
  • CPU threads4-Threads
  • Dual-core with four threads handles everyday multitasking
  • 8 GHz base frequency delivers responsive single-thread performance
  • Intel UHD Graphics 610 supports 4K at 60 Hz over DisplayPort
  • DDR4-2400 dual-channel memory controller provides 37.5 GB/s bandwidth
  • LGA 1151 (300 Series) socket fits Intel 300-series motherboards

Pentium Gold G5420 for everyday desktop builds

The Intel Pentium Gold G5420 is a dual-core, four-thread desktop processor running at a fixed 3.8 GHz. It targets office PCs, home-media boxes and light productivity rigs that need responsive single-thread speed without a discrete graphics card. The 54 W TDP keeps cooler requirements modest.

LGA 1151 (300 Series) socket and integrated UHD 610

The CPU fits only Intel 300-series motherboards using the LGA 1151 socket. Onboard Intel UHD Graphics 610 drives up to three displays at 4K 60 Hz over DisplayPort or HDMI, handling video playback and basic UI acceleration. Dual-channel DDR4-2400 support tops out at 64 GB and 37.5 GB/s bandwidth.

Step up from dual-core Pentiums without

Compared with earlier two-core, two-thread Pentium parts, the G5420 adds Hyper-Threading for four logical threads, smoothing multitasking and browser workloads. The jump is worthwhile when moving from a legacy Celeron or first-generation Core i3 that lacks 4K 60 Hz output and DDR4 memory support.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $23.99
Cheaper than about 95% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
TDP rating 54 W
Lower than about 94% of the 320 comparable items (median 95 W).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product linePentium Gold
Performance
Working frequency3.8 GHz
Processor
CPU coresDual-Core
CPU socketLGA 1151 (300 Series)
TDP rating54 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameCoffee Lake
CPU threads4-Threads
Level 2 cache4 MB
Process node14 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Hyper-ThreadingYes
Virtualization supportYes
Max PCIe lanes16
Memory
Supported memoryDDR4 2400
Channel configuration2
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel UHD Graphics 610
GPU base clock350 MHz
Graphics max dynamic frequency1.05 GHz
Ports & slots
PCIe generation3.0
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

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