The Intel Pentium Gold G5420 was a desktop processor with 2 cores, launched in Q2 2019. It is part of the Pentium Gold lineup, using the Coffee Lake architecture with Socket 1151. Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading the core-count is effectively doubled, to 4 threads. The Pentium Gold G5420 has 4 MB of L3 cache and operates at 3.8 GHz with no turbo boost capability. Intel is building the Pentium Gold G5420 on a 14 nm++ production process, offering improved efficiency over previous generations. With a TDP of 54 W, the Pentium Gold G5420 is relatively power-efficient, making it suitable for compact systems. Intel's processor supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel interface, officially rated for 2400 MHz. ECC memory is not supported on this consumer-grade processor. For communication with other components in the system, Pentium Gold G5420 uses a PCI-Express 3.0 connection. This processor features Intel UHD Graphics 610 integrated graphics, eliminating the need for a discrete graphics card in basic systems. Hardware virtualization is available on the Pentium Gold G5420, though some advanced virtualization features may be limited compared to Xeon processors. The processor supports Intel's SSE4.1/4.2 and AVX instruction sets, providing good compatibility with modern applications. Unlike its Xeon counterparts, this processor is multiplier-unlocked, offering some overclocking potential when paired with appropriate chipsets. The Pentium Gold G5420 represents an affordable option for budget-conscious users needing reliable dual-core performance for everyday computing tasks.