Pentium G850

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Pentium G850

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Pentium G850 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,437 Rank: 1348
Rank Name Score Visual
1344 Core i5-660 4,442
+0.1%
1345 Core m3-6Y30 4,439
+0%
1346 Core i7-875K 4,439
+0%
1347 Intel Core i7-640M 4,437
+0%
1348 Pentium G850 4,437
1349 A8-7600 4,436
+-0%
1350 Core i5-2430M 4,435
+-0%
1351 Pentium G2020 4,435
+-0%
1352 Athlon X4 860K 4,435
+-0%
1353 A12-9730P 4,434
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Pentium G850 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,392 Rank: 1476
Rank Name Score Visual
1472 Core i5-3320M 4,394
+0%
1473 Phenom II X3 710 4,394
+0%
1474 Core i5-4210M 4,392
+0%
1475 Core i3-2120 4,392
+0%
1476 Pentium G850 4,392
1477 A8-3800 4,391
+-0%
1478 Phenom II X2 560 4,391
+-0%
1479 Core i3-4030U 4,391
+-0%
1480 A8-6500B 4,391
+-0%
1481 Core i3-2310M 4,390
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Pentium G850 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,467 Rank: 1322
Rank Name Score Visual
1318 Athlon X4 870K 4,470
+0.1%
1319 Xeon X5570 4,469
+0%
1320 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,469
+0%
1321 Xeon D-1537 4,467
+0%
1322 Pentium G850 4,467
1323 Pentium 4,465
+-0%
1324 Core i5-750 4,465
+-0%
1325 Pentium G3220T 4,463
-0.1%
1326 Phenom II X4 B65 4,461
-0.1%
1327 A10-5700 4,461
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Pentium G850 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,515 Rank: 1421
Rank Name Score Visual
1417 PRO A6-9500 4,516
+0%
1418 Core i5-2410M 4,515
+0%
1419 Celeron G1830 4,515
+0%
1420 Pentium G870 4,515
+0%
1421 Pentium G850 4,515
1422 Celeron G1610 4,515
+0%
1423 Pentium N4200 4,515
+0%
1424 Core i3-2100T 4,515
+0%
1425 Phenom II X3 B77 4,515
+0%
1426 Athlon 5350 4,515
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Pentium G850 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,477 Rank: 1471
Rank Name Score Visual
1467 A6-3420M 4,478
+0%
1468 Pentium G3220T 4,478
+0%
1469 Celeron G1830 4,477
+0%
1470 Pentium G860 4,477
+0%
1471 Pentium G850 4,477
1472 Pentium G2010 4,477
+0%
1473 Athlon II X2 270 4,477
+0%
1474 Core i3-4030U 4,477
+0%
1475 A8-4500M 4,477
+0%
1476 Atom x5-Z8550 4,477
+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Pentium G850 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,500 Rank: 1404
Rank Name Score Visual
1400 Pentium G3220T 4,501
+0%
1401 Core i3-550 4,501
+0%
1402 Core i3-2312M 4,500
+0%
1403 Celeron G1820 4,500
+0%
1404 Pentium G850 4,500
1405 Athlon II X4 630 4,500
+0%
1406 A6-3620 4,500
+0%
1407 Celeron 3965U 4,499
+-0%
1408 Pentium G860 4,499
+-0%
1409 Pentium G840 4,499
+-0%

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Pentium G850 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Pentium G850 remains a relic of the early 2010s, a processor that once served as an entry-level option for budget desktop systems. Designed on Intel’s Sandy Bridge architecture and released in May 2011, it represents a generation where integrated graphics were becoming more capable, but multi-core performance was still a premium feature. The G850 is built on a 32 nm process, featuring a 65 W TDP and a socket 1155 interface, making it compatible with a range of older motherboards from that era. Despite its age, it still holds relevance for users maintaining legacy systems or repurposing older hardware.

The processor is a dual-core unit with no simultaneous multithreading, running at a base frequency of 2.9 GHz and capable of boosting to 3.46 GHz under load. It includes 3 MB of L3 cache, which was generous for its time, and supports DDR3 memory at up to 1333 MHz in a dual-channel configuration, delivering a maximum memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s. While not powerful by modern standards, the G850 was designed for efficiency and cost-effective performance in basic computing tasks, such as web browsing, office applications, and light multimedia use.

One of its standout features is the integrated Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) GPU, which operates at a base frequency of 850 MHz and can boost to 1.1 GHz. It supports up to two displays and provides decent multimedia decoding, making it suitable for casual video playback and light gaming. However, it lacks the power for modern 3D titles or GPU-intensive applications.

In benchmark testing, the G850 scores 4437 overall, placing it at #1347 among 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 4467 (#1321) and a multicore score of 4392 (#1474). While it outperforms some older dual-core and even some quad-core processors from the late 2000s and early 2010s, it falls far behind today’s top-tier CPUs. For instance, it trails the Core i9-14900KS by a factor of nearly 19 times in overall performance, highlighting how far desktop computing has advanced in just over a decade.

The G850 supports a range of modern instruction sets, including AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel’s virtualization technologies, which allow for efficient virtual machine operation. It also includes features like EIST and TXT, enhancing power efficiency and security. However, its locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, a trade-off for stability and affordability.

In conclusion, the Intel Pentium G850 is best suited for retro computing, legacy system upgrades, or as a secondary processor in older workstations. While it lacks the power and efficiency of modern CPUs, it remains a functional and reliable option for users who prioritize compatibility over performance. As of 2026, it stands as a testament to Intel’s early efforts in balancing cost, performance, and power efficiency in the desktop market.
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Intel Pentium G850

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Pentium G850
Model Number: G850
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 2900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 29x (locked)
Core Name: Sandy Bridge
Socket: FCLGA1155
Package: FC-LGA10
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 2.861 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 1066/1333
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 21 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Die Area: 131 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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