Core i3-370M vs Pentium T4400

CPU

GPU

Core i3-370M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2010

Pentium T4400

35 WW2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-370M

2 / 4

1,170

0.0%

1,175

+0.4%

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 i3-370M is positioned at rank 570 and the Pentium T4400 is on rank 1054, so the Core i3-370M 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 i3-370M

#178

Core i7-1360P

MSRP: $480|Avg: $280

99%

#179

Core i7-1260P

MSRP: $432|Avg: $432

98%

#558

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

752%

#559

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

741%

#560

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

681%

#561

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

677%

#562

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

671%

#564

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

648%

#565

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

622%

#566

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

621%

#567

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

604%

#570

Core i3-370M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#572

A10-9600P

MSRP: $128|Avg: $50

100%

#583

Processor N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $100

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium T4400

#1042

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2672%

#1043

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2633%

#1044

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2417%

#1045

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2406%

#1046

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2384%

#1048

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2302%

#1049

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2208%

#1050

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2204%

#1051

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2145%

#1054

Pentium T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

100%

#1056

Athlon X2 QL-65

MSRP: $150|Avg: $22

99%

#1057

Pentium J2850

MSRP: $94|Avg: $94

98%

#1058

Core i7-4900MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $40

98%

#1059

Pentium Dual Core T2370

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

97%

#1060

Celeron P4505

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

97%

#1061

Pentium T4200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

97%

#1062

Core i7-2720QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1063

Pentium 2020M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

96%

#1064

Celeron P4500

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

96%

#1065

Pentium Dual Core SU4100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

96%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

95%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

95%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i3-370M leads in gaming performance. However, the Pentium T4400 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.4% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i3-370M	Pentium T4400
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($5)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Core i3-370M	Pentium T4400
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($5)

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 i3-370M Benchmark Check

Pentium T4400 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

No prediction data available

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-370M and Pentium T4400

Core i3-370M

The Core i3-370M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 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: 1,170 points. Launch price was $245.

Pentium T4400

The Pentium T4400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,175 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-370M is built on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-370M scores 1,170 against the Pentium T4400's 1,175 — a 0.4% lead for the Pentium T4400. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 315 vs 249, a 23.4% lead for the Core i3-370M that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-370M vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium T4400.

Feature	Core i3-370M	Pentium T4400
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	—
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz	—
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+9%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)+200%	1 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	—
Process	32 nm-29%	45 nm
Architecture	Arrandale (2010−2011)	—
PassMark	1,170	1,175
Geekbench 6 Single	315+27%	249
Geekbench 6 Multi	700	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-370M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium T4400 uses PGA478 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-370M) vs 0 (Pentium T4400) — the Core i3-370M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55 (Core i3-370M) and GL40,GM45 (Pentium T4400).

Feature	Core i3-370M	Pentium T4400
Socket	PGA988	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1066	DDR3-800
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-370M) vs None (Pentium T4400). The Core i3-370M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Pentium T4400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-370M targets Mainstream Laptop, Pentium T4400 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-370M rivals AMD Athlon II P320; Pentium T4400 rivals AMD A4-3300M.