Intel Pentium Gold G5400 socket: LGA 1151
The Intel Pentium Gold G5400 uses the LGA 1151 socket on revision 2 boards with 300 series chipsets. It is a dual core chip with Hyper-Threading at 58 W.
- Socket
- LGA 1151 (revision 2)
- Launched
- April 2018
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Base power
- 58 W
- Codename
- Coffee Lake
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Pentium Gold
- Clocks
- 3.7 / 3.7 GHz
Intel Pentium Gold G5400 specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Coffee Lake cores on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 3.7 GHz (no Turbo Boost) |
| Cache | 4 MB Intel Smart Cache (L3) |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 58 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2400, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | 16 lanes from the CPU, PCIe 3.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 610 (350 MHz to 1.05 GHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| ECC memory | Supported |
| Package | FCLGA1151 (37.5 by 37.5 mm) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Pentium Gold G5400 needs a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 300 series: B365 and Z390 | Z390, B365 | Works out of the box |
| 300 series: H310, B360, H370, Q370, Z370 | Z370, H370, B360, H310, Q370 | Works out of the box |
| 200 series | Z270, H270, B250, Q270, Q250 | Not supported |
| 100 series | Z170, H170, B150, H110, Q170, Q150 | Not supported |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1151.
LGA 1151 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 1,151 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | August 2015 |
| Memory | DDR4 on most boards (some early boards use DDR3L). DDR4 only on the second revision |
| Cooler mounting holes | 75 × 75 mm |
What the Pentium Gold G5400 is
The Pentium Gold G5400 offers high fixed clocks for budget towers. It launched in April 2018 with a fixed 3.7 GHz and no Turbo at 58 W. Intel targets offices that want responsive interaction without many cores.
Four megabytes of cache support multitasking across four threads. The high fixed clock keeps documents snappy. Hyper-Threading covers background services during calls.
UHD Graphics 610 from 350 MHz to 1050 MHz handle office monitors. The process is 14 nm. The 58 W rating is unusual but manufacturer confirmed. ECC is supported per Intel against No in some databases, and this page uses Yes.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The G5400 fits LGA 1151 on revision 2 boards only. B360 towers pair it with DDR4 for general offices. Early Z370 may need an update. Revision 1 never works.
DDR4-2400 in two channels up to 64 GB per Intel suits four thread offices. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide details revisions.
Single socket towers are standard. Another 300 series Pentium on the same board adjusts speed.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2400 in two channels up to 64 GB with SSDs gives snappy basics. Start with 8 GB.
Sixteen Gen3 lanes feed NVMe while integrated graphics drive displays. Most builds skip discrete cards.
58 W stock cooling from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide handles office loads.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket, the Intel Pentium Gold G5400T trims to 35 W at lower clocks for small cases. The Intel Pentium Gold G5500 raises clocks to 3.8 GHz at 54 W. Both share 300 series boards.
Celeron parts drop threads for cheaper terminals.
Past LGA 1151 budget offices move to LGA 1200. The G5400 covers fast dual core desks where 58 W is acceptable.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Pentium Gold G5400 use?
It uses LGA 1151 on revision 2 boards.
How many cores does the G5400 have?
Two cores with Hyper-Threading give four threads. Fixed at 3.7 GHz.
What is the TDP of the G5400?
58 W per Intel, unusual but confirmed.
Which graphics does the G5400 include?
UHD Graphics 610 from 350 MHz to 1050 MHz.
What memory does the G5400 support?
DDR4-2400 in two channels up to 64 GB.
Sources and verification
- Intel Pentium Gold G5400 Processor specifications (Intel)
- Intel Pentium Gold G5400 specs (TechPowerUp)
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