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Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5200
Wolfdale-3M Pentium Dual-Core, Q3 2008; 2 cores / 2 threads; 2.50 GHz; 800 MT/s system bus; LGA775 (Socket T); 2 MB shared L2; 64 KB total L1 (32 KB instruction + 32 KB data per core); 65 W thermal design power. Verify the complete package marking and motherboard support before installation.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION: Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5200. This record refers to this desktop SKU, not an entire processor generation; verify the physical marking, S-spec/ordering code and motherboard support list.
Verified model specifications
| Catalog path | Intel → Pentium generations |
|---|---|
| Model / launch era | Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5200; Wolfdale-3M Pentium Dual-Core, Q3 2008 |
| Cores / threads / frequency | 2 cores / 2 threads; 2.50 GHz; 800 MT/s system bus |
| Package / socket | LGA775 (Socket T) |
| Cache | 2 MB shared L2; 32 KB L1 per core (16 KB instruction + 16 KB data) |
| TDP | 65 W thermal design power |
| Memory / bus | DDR2 or DDR3 according to the LGA775 chipset and motherboard; 800 MT/s FSB. CPU itself has no integrated memory controller. |
| Platform compatibility | Requires an LGA775 motherboard with BIOS microcode support for the Wolfdale E5200 and a compatible FSB/chipset. Verify the exact board revision, minimum BIOS, VRM and cooling; many older LGA775 boards do not support 45 nm CPUs even when the socket matches. |
Compatibility and service notes
- Requires an LGA775 motherboard with BIOS microcode support for the Wolfdale E5200 and a compatible FSB/chipset. Verify the exact board revision, minimum BIOS, VRM and cooling; many older LGA775 boards do not support 45 nm CPUs even when the socket matches.
- DDR2 or DDR3 according to the LGA775 chipset and motherboard; 800 MT/s FSB. CPU itself has no integrated memory controller.
- E5200 is a 2.50 GHz Wolfdale-derived SKU with 2 MB L2 and 800 MT/s bus; distinguish it from E5300/E5400 and Core 2 Duo models.
- Before fitting, confirm the exact motherboard manufacturer CPU list, revision, minimum BIOS, power delivery, cooling, package and memory type. Socket fit alone does not establish electrical or firmware compatibility; never force a processor.
Service & archival record
Record the complete processor marking and S-spec/ordering code, stepping, board model/revision, chipset, BIOS/microcode, memory configuration, cooler, power profile, physical condition and provenance. Separate measured behavior from published specifications.
Handle the package by its edges and protect contacts. Inspect for contamination, damaged pins/pads, socket damage and uneven cooler pressure before use.
Sources & further reading
- Intel ARK — exact-model lookup: Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5200Intel’s official product-specification search. Legacy products may have limited or archived ARK data; cross-check the physical S-spec and Intel-era documentation.
- Intel Support — desktop processor installation and handlingManufacturer guidance for processor installation; motherboard firmware and platform support must also be confirmed with the board vendor.
- Bitsavers — archived Intel component documentationHistorical Intel processor datasheets and technical manuals for archived Pentium generations; use the appropriate generation document and verify revision-specific errata.
- BenchyDoesStuff — Intel Pentium E5200 - How does it perform today?Independent video review; treat as supplementary context, not primary manufacturer documentation.
Published specifications are not a guarantee of system compatibility. Confirm the exact processor marking and board-vendor documentation.