Pentium G840 vs Core i3-2370M

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1367

Passmark Score

1370

Performance Difference

Core i3-2370M is 0.2% faster than Pentium G840

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i3-2370M performs 0.2% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Pentium G840 and Core i3-2370M.

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 G840 and Core i3-2370M

Intel

Pentium G840

The Pentium G840 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 22 May 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,367 points. Launch price was $60.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$60
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:22 May 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2854

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:2
Die Size:131 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:3 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.8 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.8 GHz
Transistor Count:504 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:69 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1155
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:21 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:32 GB
Intel

Core i3-2370M

The Core i3-2370M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,370 points. Launch price was $225.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:Intel Core i3
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$225
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:1 January 2012 (13 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2851

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:4
Die Size:149 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:256K (per core)
L3 Cache:3 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.4 GHz
Multiplicador:24
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.4 GHz
Transistor Count:624 million
Type De Autocarro:DMI 2.0
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:85C (PGA); 100C (BGA)
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 5 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:PGA988
Power Consumption (TDP):35 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:21.335 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:16 GB

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