CPU
GPU
3015Ce
Pentium G3260
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The 3015Ce is positioned at rank 999 and the Pentium G3260 is on rank 556, so the Pentium G3260 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar 3015Ce
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3260
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | 3015Ce | Pentium G3260 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($21) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | 3015Ce | Pentium G3260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+92%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($21) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of 3015Ce and Pentium G3260
3015Ce
The 3015Ce is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,099 points. Launch price was $50.
Pentium G3260
The Pentium G3260 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 53 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3L-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 2,116 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The 3015Ce packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium G3260's 2 cores. The 3015Ce is built on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. In PassMark, the 3015Ce scores 2,099 against the Pentium G3260's 2,116 — a 0.8% lead for the Pentium G3260. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015Ce vs 3 MB on the Pentium G3260.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 1.2 GHz | 3.3 GHz+175% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | — |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Pollock (Zen) (2020) | — |
| PassMark | 2,099 | 2,116 |
Memory & Platform
The 3015Ce uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium G3260 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3260 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT5 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | — |
| RAM Channels | 1 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (3015Ce) / not specified (Pentium G3260). The 3015Ce includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (2-Core)), while the Pentium G3260 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3260 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (2-Core) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
Value Analysis
The 3015Ce launched at $150 MSRP, while the Pentium G3260 debuted at $64. At current prices ($40 vs $21), the Pentium G3260 is $19 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the 3015Ce delivers 52.5 pts/$ vs 100.8 pts/$ for the Pentium G3260 — making the Pentium G3260 the 63% better value option.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3260 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $64-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $21-48% |
| Performance per Dollar | 52.5 | 100.8+92% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2015 |
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