Intel Pentium G2120 - CM8063701095801 / BX80637G2120 / BXC80637G2120

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Specifications

Pentium G2120 is dual-core budget microprocessor for budget PCs. Launched in September 2012 with an official price of $75, the G2120 was one of the first Pentiums, built on Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. Despite of its low price, the processor utilizes the latest (as of April 2013) 22nm microarchitecture, and has all necessary features to run the latest operating systems. When launched, the G2120 replaced Pentium G870. Both chips run at 3.1 GHz, but the G2120 uses more efficient architecture, has lower TDP, beefed up graphics unit, and supports memory with higher data rate.

All modern Pentium chips have the same set of features, and the G2120 is not an exception. The CPU has 2 cores, each with its own L1 and L2 caches. Both cores share 3MB level 3 cache. They operate at 2.9 GHz, and support basic technologies, including Intel 64, Virtualization and Execute disable bit. Intel 64, or EM64T, is a prerequisite for running 64-bit operating systems. Execute disable bit, when supported by OS, can protect from some viruses. Virtualization feature improves performance of virtualized OSes and programs. The G2120 lacks all advanced features, such as Hyper-Threading and Turbo Boost. Having 2 cores and lacking advanced technologies, the G2120 can't compete with Core i3, i5 and i7 siblings. It is still a very good processor if all you need is to check e-mail, browse the web, write documents and do other simple office work.

To interface with memory, the chip uses dual-channel memory controller, that works with DDR3-1600 RAM sticks. The Pentium also integrates HD graphics unit, clocked at 650 MHz. The GPU frequency can be increased to 1050 MHz when higher graphics performance is needed. That is sufficient for any type of 2D graphics, and for casual 3D games. However, the GPU lacks execution units, used to accelerate 3D graphics and games, and to perform general purpose calculations. Additionally, the GPU doesn't support high-end video features, like Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD technology or InTru 3D.

Thermal Design Power of the Intel G2120 is 55 Watt, that is identical to other G2000 series chips. This Pentium is compatible with socket 1155 motherboards.

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Intel Pentium G2120 specifications

General information

Type

CPU / Microprocessor

Market segment

Desktop

Family

Intel Pentium Dual-Core

Model number ?

G2120

CPU part numbers

CM8063701095801 is an OEM/tray microprocessor
BX80637G2120 is a boxed processor (English version)
BXC80637G2120 is a boxed processor (Chinese version)

Frequency ?

3100 MHz

Bus speed ?

5 GT/s DMI

Clock multiplier ?

Package

1155-land Flip-Chip Land Grid Array

Socket

Socket 1155 / H2 / LGA1155

Size

1.48" x 1.48" / 3.75cm x 3.75cm

Introduction date

September 2, 2012

Price at introduction

$86 (OEM)
$93 (box)

S-spec numbers

	Production processors
Part number	SR0UF
BX80637G2120	+
BXC80637G2120	+
CM8063701095801	+

Architecture / Microarchitecture

Microarchitecture

Ivy Bridge

Processor core ?

Ivy Bridge

Core stepping ?

P0 (SR0UF)

CPUID

306A9 (SR0UF)

Manufacturing process

0.022 micron

Data width

64 bit

The number of cores

The number of threads

Floating Point Unit

Integrated

Level 1 cache size ?

2 x 32 KB instruction caches
2 x 32 KB data caches

Level 2 cache size ?

2 x 256 KB

Level 3 cache size

3 MB

Physical memory

32 GB

Multiprocessing

Not supported

Features

MMX instructions
SSE / Streaming SIMD Extensions
SSE2 / Streaming SIMD Extensions 2
SSE3 / Streaming SIMD Extensions 3
SSSE3 / Supplemental Streaming SIMD Extensions 3
SSE4 / SSE4.1 + SSE4.2 / Streaming SIMD Extensions 4 ?
EM64T / Extended Memory 64 technology / Intel 64 ?
NX / XD / Execute disable bit ?
VT-x / Virtualization technology ?

Low power features

Enhanced SpeedStep technology ?

Integrated peripherals / components

Integrated graphics

GPU Type: HD (Ivy Bridge)
Base frequency (MHz): 650
Maximum frequency (MHz): 1050

Memory controller

The number of controllers: 1
Memory channels: 2
Supported memory: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600
ECC supported: Yes

Other peripherals

Direct Media Interface
PCI Express 2.0 interface

Electrical / Thermal parameters

Thermal Design Power ?

55 Watt

Notes on Intel CM8063701095801

Also ships as an embedded microprocessor
TDP is not confirmed

CPUs, related to Intel Pentium G2120

Model Cores /
Threads Freq. Turbo
freq. L3
cache TDP Features Price

Intel Pentium Dual-Core family, Socket 1155

   Pentium G620 2 / 2 2.6 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G622 2 / 2 2.6 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G860T 2 / 2 2.6 GHz 3 MB 35 Watt

   Pentium G630 2 / 2 2.7 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G632 2 / 2 2.7 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G2010 2 / 2 2.8 GHz 3 MB 55 Watt $64

   Pentium G640 2 / 2 2.8 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G840 2 / 2 2.8 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G2020 2 / 2 2.9 GHz 3 MB 55 Watt $64

   Pentium G645 2 / 2 2.9 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G850 2 / 2 2.9 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G860 2 / 2 3 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G2120 2 / 2 3.1 GHz 3 MB 55 Watt $75

   Pentium G870 2 / 2 3.1 GHz 3 MB 65 Watt

   Pentium G2130 2 / 2 3.2 GHz 3 MB 55 Watt $86

Other families, Ivy Bridge micro-architecture, Socket 1155

   Celeron G1610 2 / 2 2.6 GHz 2 MB 55 Watt $42

   Celeron G1620 2 / 2 2.7 GHz 2 MB 55 Watt $52

   Core i3-3220 2 / 4 3.3 GHz 3 MB 55 Watt AVX, HT $117

   Core i3-3225 2 / 4 3.3 GHz 3 MB 55 Watt AVX, HT $134

   Core i3-3240 2 / 4 3.4 GHz 3 MB 55 Watt AVX, HT $138

   Core i5-3570 4 / 4 3.4 GHz 3.8 GHz 6 MB 77 Watt AES, AVX, TXT, TBT $205

   Core i5-3570K 4 / 4 3.4 GHz 3.8 GHz 6 MB 77 Watt AES, AVX, TBT, Unlock $225

   Core i7-3770 4 / 8 3.4 GHz 3.9 GHz 8 MB 77 Watt AES, AVX, HT, TXT, TBT $294

   Core i7-3770K 4 / 8 3.5 GHz 3.9 GHz 8 MB 77 Watt AES, AVX, HT, TBT, Unlock $332

• Highlighted numbers and features indicate whether specific processor performs better or worse than Pentium G2120

• Within each category, the CPUs are sorted from slower (at the top) to faster (at the bottom)

• The 'Price' column shows official Intel prices as of Apr 21, 2013. Prices for obsolete and tray-only processors are not provided.

• List of related CPUs is not complete.

• Features abbreviations:

AES - AES instructions
AVX - AVX instructions
HT - Hyper-Threading
TXT - Trusted Execution
TBT - Dynamic Acceleration / Turbo Boost
Unlock - Unlocked multiplier

FAQ

Q: Is it possible to upgrade my Intel Pentium G2120 CPU?

A: Probably yes. Processor compatibility is determined by your motherboard. Please see CPU-Upgrade.com website for CPU support list for your board.

Intel G2120 Overclocking

Sorry, overclocking information is not available at this time.

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News

Intel launches mid-class and budget desktop CPUs

Sep 02, 2012: Shortly after the launch of 22nm Ivy Bridge microarchitecture in April 2012, all Core i5 and i7 desktop products were transitioned to the new technology. Until today, less expensive Pentium and Core i3 processors stayed on older 32nm process. It all changed today, when Intel released Pentium and Core i3 "Ivy Bridge" microprocessors, and refreshed Celeron and Pentium lineups. Overall, the company launched 16 new mid-class and budget SKUs, including one previously unknown model, Core i5-3335S.

Bits and pieces: unreleased Intel CPUs spotted

Aug 16, 2012: In the 4th quarter 2012, Intel's Extreme segment of desktop market will be updated with Core i7-3970X. Details of this CPU were revealed by DonanimHaber, and later confirmed by a roadmap, leaked by VR-Zone. Existence of this SKU was also confirmed earlier this month by Intel, when the Core i7-3970X was added to Intel's Material Declaration Data Sheets (MDDS) database.

New Intel Core i3 and Pentium CPUs to launch in September

Jul 17, 2012: Intel Ivy Bridge (IVB) desktop microprocessors were launched in April of this year, and so far only Core i5 and i7 families were transitioned to the new architecture. According to the launch schedule, that we posted back in March, Ivy-Bridge based Core i3 CPUs should be available in the third quarter. We now have more details on the schedule. Based on information, that we have on hand, Core i3-32xx products will be released in the second week of September (the week that starts on September 2nd). Along with Core i3s, Intel will introduce Pentium G2100T and G2120 SKUs, also based on the Ivy Bridge core.

Embedded Intel Pentium G2120 CPU is in the works

Mar 13, 2012: We're more than a month away from the launch of the first Ivy Bridge processors, however we know a lot about them. Processor numbers, prices, details and performance estimates of Core i7 and i5 lineups were leaked at the end of last year. Specifications of Core i3 models were reported last month. We are still in the dark about Ivy Bridge-based desktop Pentiums, but we can guess some of their features based on specifications of forthcoming embedded Pentium G2120, that we just learned about.

Benchmarks

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Intel G2120 benchmarks

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Benchmarked processor

CPU ID: 306A9

CPU vendor string: GenuineIntel

CPU name string: Intel(R) Pentium(R) CPU G2120 @ 3.10GHz

Integer performance

Part number Result

Intel Core i3-2120 ?

117%

Intel Core i3-2100 ?

110.5%

Intel Core i3-2105 ?

110.3%

Intel Core i3-560 ?

107.6%

Intel Core i3-550 ?

103.3%

Intel Pentium G2120 ?

100%

Intel Core i3-540 ?

99.1%

Intel Pentium E6800 ?

98.1%

Intel Pentium G870 ?

97.8%

Intel Core i3-530 ?

95%

Intel Pentium E6700 ?

94.6%

Floating Point performance

Part number Result

Intel Core i3-530 ?

136.8%

Intel Core i3-520 ?

134.8%

Intel Core i3-2120T ?

124.4%

Intel Core i3-2100T ?

119.4%

AMD Athlon II X2 270 ?

102.3%

Intel Pentium G2120 ?

100%

Intel Pentium E6800 ?

99.2%

Intel Pentium G870 ?

98.6%

AMD Athlon II X2 260 (rev. C3) ?

96.2%

Intel Pentium G860 ?

95.4%

Intel Pentium E6700 ?

94.9%

MMX / SSE / SSE2 performance

Part number Result

Intel Core i3-530 ?

120.4%

Intel Core i3-520 ?

118.4%

Intel Core i3-2120T ?

114.2%

Intel Core i3-2100T ?

109.8%

Intel Pentium E6800 ?

103.3%

Intel Pentium G2120 ?

100%

Intel Pentium E6700 ?

99.2%

Intel Pentium G870 ?

97.2%

Intel Pentium E6600 ?

95.1%

Intel Pentium G860 ?

94%

Intel Pentium G2020 ?

93.7%

Memory-intensive program performance

Part number Result

Intel Core i3-2130 ?

106.6%

Intel Core i3-2120 ?

104.6%

Intel Core i3-2125 ?

104.4%

Intel Core i3-2100 ?

100.6%

Intel Core i3-2105 ?

100.5%

Intel Pentium G2120 ?

100%

Intel Pentium G2020 ?

95.9%

Intel Pentium G870 ?

95.9%

Intel Pentium G860 ?

94%

Intel Pentium G850 ?

91.7%

Intel Pentium G645 ?

91.1%

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CPUID features of Intel G2120

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Manufacturer:	Intel
CPU Family:	Pentium Dual-Core
Processor Number:	G2120
Frequency:	3110 MHz

Part number:	CM8063701095801
S-Spec Number:	SR0UF
Comment:
Submitted by:	CPU-World

General information
Vendor:	GenuineIntel
Processor name (BIOS):	Intel(R) Pentium(R) CPU G2120 @ 3.10GHz
Cores:	2
Logical processors:	2
Processor type:	Original OEM Processor
CPUID signature:	306A9
Family:	6 (06h)
Model:	58 (03Ah)
Stepping:	9 (09h)
TLB/Cache details:	64-byte Prefetching Data TLB0: 2-MB or 4-MB pages, 4-way associative, 32 entries Data TLB: 4-KB Pages, 4-way set associative, 64 entries Instruction TLB: 4-KB Pages, 4-way set associative, 128 entries L2 TLB: 1-MB, 4-way set associative, 64-byte line size Shared 2nd-level TLB: 4 KB pages, 4-way set associative, 512 entries

Cache: L1 data L1 instruction L2 L3

Size: 2 x 32 KB 2 x 32 KB 2 x 256 KB 3 MB

Associativity: 8-way set
associative 8-way set
associative 8-way set
associative 12-way set
associative

Line size: 64 bytes 64 bytes 64 bytes 64 bytes

Comments: Direct-mapped Direct-mapped Non-inclusive
Direct-mapped Inclusive
Shared between all cores

Instruction set extensions Additional instructions

MMX CLFLUSH

SSE CMOV

SSE2 CMPXCHG16B

SSE3 CMPXCHG8B

SSSE3 FXSAVE/FXRSTORE

SSE4.1 MONITOR/MWAIT

SSE4.2 PCLMULDQ

POPCNT

RDTSCP

SYSENTER/SYSEXIT

XSAVE / XRESTORE states

Major features Other features

On-chip Floating Point Unit 36-bit page-size extensions

64-bit / Intel 64 64-bit debug store

NX bit/XD-bit Advanced programmable interrupt controller

Intel Virtualization CPL qualified debug store

Enhanced SpeedStep Debug store

Debugging extensions

Digital Thermal Sensor capability

LAHF / SAHF support in 64-bit mode

Machine check architecture

Machine check exception

Memory-type range registers

Model-specific registers

Page attribute table

Page global extension

Page-size extensions (4MB pages)

Pending break enable

Perfmon and Debug capability

Physical address extensions

Power Limit Notification capability

Process context identifiers

Self-snoop

TSC rate is ensured to be invariant across all states

Thermal monitor

Thermal monitor 2

Thermal monitor and software controlled clock facilities

Time stamp counter

Timestamp counter deadline

Virtual 8086-mode enhancements

xTPR Update Control

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Last modified: 15 May 2013