CPU
GPU
Core i3-2330E
Pentium G3250T
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 Core i3-2330E is positioned at rank 1133 and the Pentium G3250T is on rank 617, so the Pentium G3250T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2330E
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3250T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2330E | Pentium G3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2330E | Pentium G3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+201%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2330E and Pentium G3250T
Core i3-2330E
The Core i3-2330E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 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: 1,823 points. Launch price was $225.
Pentium G3250T
The Pentium G3250T 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,818 points. Launch price was $46.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2330E packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium G3250T's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core i3-2330E versus 2.8 GHz on the Pentium G3250T — a 24% clock advantage for the Pentium G3250T (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core i3-2330E uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium G3250T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2330E scores 1,823 against the Pentium G3250T's 1,818 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-2330E. Both processors carry 3 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i3-2330E | Pentium G3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+27% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,823 | 1,818 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2330E uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium G3250T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-2330E | Pentium G3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Core i3-2330E) / not specified (Pentium G3250T). The Core i3-2330E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium G3250T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2330E targets Embedded.
| Feature | Core i3-2330E | Pentium G3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Embedded | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-2330E launched at $225 MSRP, while the Pentium G3250T debuted at $64. At current prices ($10 vs $30), the Core i3-2330E is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-2330E delivers 182.3 pts/$ vs 60.6 pts/$ for the Pentium G3250T — making the Core i3-2330E the 100.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-2330E | Pentium G3250T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $225 | $64-72% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-67% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 182.3+201% | 60.6 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2014 |
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