Pentium G870 vs Core i3-2120T

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1562

Passmark Score

1570

Performance Difference

Core i3-2120T is 0.5% faster than Pentium G870

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i3-2120T performs 0.5% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Pentium G870 and Core i3-2120T.

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 G870 and Core i3-2120T

Intel

Pentium G870

The Pentium G870 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 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: 1,562 points. Launch price was $97.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$97
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:3 June 2012 (13 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2768

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:3.1 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.1 GHz
Transistor Count:504 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:69 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:5 GT/s
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 i3-2120T

The Core i3-2120T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,570 points. Launch price was $50.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$50
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:4 September 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2764

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:4
Die Size:131 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:3 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.6 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.6 GHz
Transistor Count:504 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:65 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:5 GT/s
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:21 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:32 GB

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