Pentium G3258 vs Core i3-3240T

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

2063

Passmark Score

2078

Performance Difference

Core i3-3240T is 0.7% faster than Pentium G3258

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i3-3240T performs 0.7% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Pentium G3258 and Core i3-3240T.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Pentium G3258 and Core i3-3240T

Intel

Pentium G3258

The Pentium G3258 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 53 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,063 points. Launch price was $77.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$77
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:2 June 2014 (11 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Haswell (2013−2015)
Performance Ranking Position:2559

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:2
Die Size:177 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:3 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.2 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.2 GHz
Transistor Count:1,400 million
Process Technology:22 nm
Velocidade Dos Pneus:5 GT/s
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1150
Power Consumption (TDP):53 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:21.3 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:32 GB
Intel

Core i3-3240T

The Core i3-3240T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,078 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:3 September 2012 (13 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2551

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:4
Die Size:94 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:3 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.9 GHz
Process Technology:22 nm
Velocidade Dos Pneus:5 GT/s
Max Case Temperature (TCase):65 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1155
Power Consumption (TDP):35 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:25.6 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:32 GB

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