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Intel Pentium B960

Intel B960

The Intel Pentium B960 is a dual core processor for entry-level laptops. It is based on the Sandy Bridge architecture but many of the features like Turbo Boost for the CPU part, HyperThreading, AES, Virtualization (VT-x and VT-d), Trusted Execution or Intel Quick Sync are deactivated. The Pentium B960 integrates a graphics card called Intel HD Graphics that is based on the HD Graphics 2000 clocked at 650 / 1100 (with Turbo Boost).

The performance of the Pentium B960 should be faster than a similar clocked Arrandale Pentium CPU. Therefore, the B960 should perform similar to the Core i3-330M with 2.13 GHz, HyperThreading and 3MB Cache.

The 35W TDP rating includes the integrated GPU and DDR3-1333 memory controller.

CodenameSandy Bridge
SeriesIntel Pentium

Series: Pentium Sandy Bridge

Intel Pentium B950 compare2.1 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium B980 compare2.4 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium B960 « 2.2 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium B970 compare2.3 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium 967 compare1.3 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium B940 compare2 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium 957 compare1.2 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium 987 compare1.5 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium 997 compare1.6 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Intel Pentium 977 compare1.4 GHz2 / 2 cores2 MB L3
Clock Rate2200 MHz
Level 1 Cache128 KB
Level 2 Cache512 KB
Level 3 Cache2 MB
Number of Cores / Threads2 / 2
Power Consumption (TDP = Thermal Design Power)35 Watt
Transistor Count624 Million
Manufacturing Technology32 nm
Die Size149 mm2
Max. Temperature85 °C
SocketrPGA988B
FeaturesHD Graphics, DDR3 Memory Controller
GPUIntel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) (650 - 1100 MHz)
64 Bit64 Bit support
Architecturex86
Announcement Date10/01/2011
Product Link (external)ark.intel.com

Benchmarks

Cinebench R11.5 - Cinebench R11.5 CPU Multi 64 Bit
min: 1.45     avg: 1.6     median: 1.7 (2%)     max: 1.7 Points
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Cinebench R11.5 - Cinebench R11.5 CPU Single 64 Bit
0.9 Points (20%)
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Cinebench R10 - Cinebench R10 Rend. Single (32bit)
min: 2759     avg: 2838     median: 2851 (17%)     max: 2869 points
+ 5 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
Cinebench R10 - Cinebench R10 Rend. Multi (32bit)
min: 5019     avg: 5417     median: 5500 (4%)     max: 5550 points
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Cinebench R10 - Cinebench R10 Rend. Multi (64bit)
min: 6083     avg: 6648     median: 6757.5 (4%)     max: 6815 Points
+ 6 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
Cinebench R10 - Cinebench R10 Rend. Single (64bit)
min: 2563     avg: 3337     median: 3521 (4%)     max: 3542 Points
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wPrime 2.10 - wPrime 2.0 1024m *
min: 1025     avg: 1069     median: 1061 (13%)     max: 1129 s
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wPrime 2.10 - wPrime 2.0 32m *
min: 32.18     avg: 33.7     median: 33.5 (7%)     max: 35.7 s
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WinRAR - WinRAR 4.0
min: 1354     avg: 1367     median: 1366.5 (2%)     max: 1379 points
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X264 HD Benchmark 4.0 - x264 Pass 2
9.2 fps (0%)
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X264 HD Benchmark 4.0 - x264 Pass 1
51.7 fps (1%)
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TrueCrypt - TrueCrypt Serpent
min: 0.074     avg: 0.1     median: 0.1 (2%)     max: 0.0758 GB/s
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TrueCrypt - TrueCrypt Twofish
min: 0.127     avg: 0.1     median: 0.1 (2%)     max: 0.133 GB/s
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TrueCrypt - TrueCrypt AES
min: 0.165     avg: 0.2     median: 0.2 (0%)     max: 0.172 GB/s
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3DMark 06 - CPU - 3DMark 06 - CPU
min: 2133     avg: 2215     median: 2231 (5%)     max: 2248 Points
+ 6 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 1M - Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 1M *
min: 17.97     avg: 18.3     median: 18 (4%)     max: 18.93 s
+ 5 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 2M - Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 2M *
min: 40.64     avg: 41.6     median: 41 (2%)     max: 43.78 s
+ 5 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
Super Pi Mod 1.5 XS 32M - Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 32M *
min: 917     avg: 937     median: 937 (4%)     max: 958 s
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SiSoft Sandra Dhrystone (MIPS) - SiSoft Sandra Dhrystone (MIPS)
min: 24750     avg: 28587     median: 27320 (13%)     max: 33690 MIPS
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SiSoft Sandra Whetstone (MFLOPS) - SiSoft Sandra Whetstone (MFLOPS)
min: 15880     avg: 15893     median: 15900 (12%)     max: 15900 MFLOPS
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Windows 7 Experience Index - Win7 CPU
min: 6.1     avg: 6.4     median: 6.1 (78%)     max: 7.6 Points
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3DMark Vantage - 3DM Vant. Perf. CPU no Physx
min: 4552     avg: 5131     median: 5216.5 (4%)     max: 5409 Points
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3DMark 11 - 3DM11 Performance Physics
2139 Points (5%)
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* Smaller numbers mean a higher performance

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Reviews for the Intel Pentium B960 processor

 

Review Samsung Series 3 300E7A Notebook

A dreamer. Gaming for 469 Euro ( $620)? No, we are not testing an Xbox bundle. It is a 17-inch Office laptop featuring an entry-level graphics unit. Will gaming ambitions be curtailed by the Pentium processor? The details can be found in this review.
Intel Pentium B960, NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 17.3", 2.7 kg
 

Review Acer Aspire E1-531 Notebook

An extra helping. Acer's Aspire E1-531 promises a big 15.6-inch screen for little money. With an Intel Pentium processor and 6 GB of working memory, the elegant giant wants to prove that it can be more than just a workplace or a portable home cinema. It might just be a real bargain considering a purchase price of merely 300 Euros (~$389).
Intel Pentium B960, HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge), 15.6", 2.5 kg
 

Review Lenovo B570e-N2F23GE Notebook

Inexpensive, quiet, efficient. The Lenovo B570e-N2F23GE is a no-nonsense notebook designed for the home office user. The Windows 7 system features a dual-core CPU and retails for under 400 Euro. We examine its strengths and weaknesses.
Intel Pentium B960, HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge), 15.6", 2.7 kg
 

Review Lenovo IdeaPad G580 Notebook

Energy inefficient. Lenovo offers a simple office notebook with a Pentium dual-core processor for 339 Euro (~$425). The operating system must be chosen for there is none. Our test will show whether Lenovo delivers a cheap office notebook or a weak low-priced notebook with the IdeaPad G580-MBBG3GE.
Intel Pentium B960, HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge), 15.6", 2.6 kg
 

Review Sony Vaio VPC-EH3C0E/W Notebook

Sluggish, Quiet Performer in Pearly White. Sony's Vaio series is famous for its exclusive design. The third generation VPC-EH3C0E/W with us uses the well-known case design. The looks may be good for marketing, but what about the performance of the Vaio notebook? We take a closer look.
Intel Pentium B960, HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge), 15.5", 2.4 kg

Acer Aspire E1-531-B964G50Mnks: Intel HD Graphics 2000, 15.60", 2.5 kg
  External Review » Acer Aspire E1-531-B964G50Mnks

Acer TravelMate P253-E-B9604G50Mnks: Intel HD Graphics 2000, 15.60", 2.6 kg
  External Review » Acer TravelMate P253-E-B9604G50Mnks

Lenovo G580-59371511: Intel HD Graphics 2000, 15.60", 2.4 kg
  External Review » Lenovo G580-59371511

Fujitsu LifeBook AH512-MPAB2PL: Intel HD Graphics 2000, 15.60", 2.4 kg
  External Review » Fujitsu LifeBook AH512-MPAB2PL

Lenovo IdeaPad G780-M842QGE: NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M, 17.30", 3 kg
  External Review » Lenovo IdeaPad G780-M842QGE

HP Pavilion g7-1301sm: AMD Radeon HD 7450M, 17.30", 3 kg
  External Review » HP Pavilion g7-1301sm

Acer Aspire E1-531-B9606G50Mnks: Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge), 15.60", 2.5 kg
  External Review » Acer Apire E1-531-B9606G50Mnks

Lenovo IdeaPad G580-MBBG3GE: Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge), 15.60", 2.6 kg
  External Review » Lenovo IdeaPad G580-MBBG3GE

Packard Bell EasyNote TV: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics, 15.60", 2.6 kg
  External Review » Packard Bell EasyNote TV

HP Pavilion g6-2041SF: AMD Radeon HD 7670M, 15.60", 2.5 kg
  External Review » HP Pavilion g6-2041SF

Toshiba Satellite C855-12X: AMD Radeon HD 7610M, 15.60", 2.3 kg
  External Review » Toshiba Satellite C855-12X

Fujitsu Lifebook A531-0MRKA2PL: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics, 15.60", 2.5 kg
  External Review » Fujitsu Lifebook A531-0MRKA2PL

Sony VAIO VPC-EH3S6E H3S6E: NVIDIA GeForce 410M, 15.60", 2.4 kg
  External Review » Sony VAIO VPC-EH3S6E H3S6E

Lenovo IdeaPad G570-59-325775: Intel HD Graphics 2000, 15.60", 2.6 kg
  External Review » Lenovo IdeaPad G570-59-325775

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   2x 2.2 GHz
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   2x 2.3 GHz
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   2x 1.2 GHz
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   2x 1.3 GHz
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   2x 2 GHz
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   2x 1.7 GHz
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   2x 1.2 GHz
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   2x 2.13 GHz
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   2x 1.5 GHz
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   2x 1.6 GHz
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   4x 2.4 GHz
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   2x 1.2 GHz
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   2x 1.2 GHz
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   2x 1.1 GHz
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   4x 2.41 GHz - 2.67 GHz
» Intel Pentium 977
   2x 1.4 GHz
» Intel Pentium U5600
   2x 1.33 GHz
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   1x 1.3 GHz

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+ Intel Atom Z3770
   4x 1.46 GHz - 2.4 GHz
+ AMD A10-4600M
   4x 2.3 GHz - 3.2 GHz
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   4x 1.8 GHz - 2.2 GHz
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   2x 2.27 GHz - 3.07 GHz
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   4x 2.1 GHz - 3.1 GHz
» Intel Pentium B960
   2x 2.2 GHz
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   2x 1.3 GHz
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   3x 1.9 GHz
- Intel Core i3-330M
   2x 2.13 GHz
- Intel Celeron B815
   2x 1.6 GHz
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   2x 1.8 GHz
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