CPU
GPU
3015Ce
Pentium G3460
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 G3460 is on rank 913, so the Pentium G3460 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 G3460
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | 3015Ce | Pentium G3460 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | 3015Ce | Pentium G3460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+61%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
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 G3460
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 G3460
The Pentium G3460 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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: 2,114 points. Launch price was $89.
Processing Power
The 3015Ce packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium G3460's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the 3015Ce versus 3.5 GHz on the Pentium G3460 — a 41.4% clock advantage for the Pentium G3460 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The 3015Ce uses the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium G3460 uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the 3015Ce scores 2,099 against the Pentium G3460's 2,114 — a 0.7% lead for the Pentium G3460. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015Ce vs 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G3460.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+52% |
| Base Clock | 1.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+192% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Pollock (Zen) (2020) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,099 | 2,114 |
Memory & Platform
The 3015Ce uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium G3460 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3460 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 G3460). The 3015Ce includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (2-Core)), while the Pentium G3460 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3460 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 G3460 debuted at $149. At current prices ($40 vs $25), the Pentium G3460 is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the 3015Ce delivers 52.5 pts/$ vs 84.6 pts/$ for the Pentium G3460 — making the Pentium G3460 the 46.8% better value option.
| Feature | 3015Ce | Pentium G3460 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $25-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 52.5 | 84.6+61% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2014 |
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