Core i3-2330E vs Pentium M 765

CPU

GPU

Core i3-2330E

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2011

Pentium M 765

1 Cores1 Thrd21 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2004

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-2330E

2 / 4

1,823

0.0%

1,834

+0.6%

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 M 765 is on rank 918, so the Pentium M 765 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2330E

#1121

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3622%

#1122

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3569%

#1123

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3277%

#1124

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3262%

#1125

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3232%

#1127

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3121%

#1128

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2993%

#1129

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2988%

#1130

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2907%

#1133

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

100%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

96%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

95%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

95%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

95%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

94%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

94%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

94%

#1146

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

93%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 765

#906

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1600%

#907

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1576%

#908

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1447%

#909

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1441%

#910

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1427%

#912

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1378%

#913

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1322%

#914

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1320%

#915

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1284%

#918

Pentium M 765

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

100%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#933

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-2330E (2011) utilizes 32 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-2330E	Pentium M 765
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($10)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 765 (2004) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-2330E	Pentium M 765
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($10)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i3-2330E Benchmark Check

Pentium M 765 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2330E and Pentium M 765

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 M 765

The Pentium M 765 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,834 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-2330E packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium M 765 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Core i3-2330E has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core i3-2330E versus 2.1 GHz on the Pentium M 765 — a 4.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-2330E (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i3-2330E uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium M 765 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2330E scores 1,823 against the Pentium M 765's 1,834 — a 0.6% lead for the Pentium M 765. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2330E vs 0 kB on the Pentium M 765.

Feature	Core i3-2330E	Pentium M 765
Cores / Threads	2 / 4+100%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz+5%	2.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+5%	2.1 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB+700%
Process	32 nm-64%	90 nm
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Dothan (2004−2005)
PassMark	1,823	1,834

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-2330E uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium M 765 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i3-2330E versus DDR2-533 on the Pentium M 765 — the Core i3-2330E supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-2330E supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Core i3-2330E	Pentium M 765
Socket	PGA988	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333+50%	DDR2-533
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+300%	4 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core i3-2330E) vs false (Pentium M 765). The Core i3-2330E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium M 765 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2330E targets Embedded.