Core i5-2320 vs Pentium Gold G5400

Core i5-2320

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2011

Pentium Gold G5400

2 Cores4 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-2320

4 / 4

3,688

0.0%

3,735

+1.3%

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. The Core i5-2320 is positioned at rank #777 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i5-2320

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14958%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

14133%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10262%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3092%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2449%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2142%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1227%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1211%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1103%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1102%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1090%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1061%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1046%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1042%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1032%

#393

Core i3-9300T

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

98%

#777

Core i5-2320

MSRP: $177|Avg: $22

100%

#778

Pentium G2030

MSRP: $85|Avg: $85

100%

#779

Celeron E3500

MSRP: $62|Avg: $10

100%

#780

Athlon II X2 260

MSRP: $60|Avg: $12

100%

#781

Athlon II X3 445

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

100%

#783

Core i5-2310

MSRP: $177|Avg: $12

99%

#784

Core i5-5675C

MSRP: $276|Avg: $66

99%

#785

Core i5-2380P

MSRP: $177|Avg: $25

99%

#786

Core i5-4690

MSRP: $272|Avg: $120

99%

#787

FX-6120

MSRP: $188|Avg: $54

98%

#788

Core i7-6700TE

MSRP: $303|Avg: $175

98%

#790

Athlon II X4 620

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

98%

#791

Core i7-3820

MSRP: $286|Avg: $30

97%

#792

Athlon II X3 425

MSRP: $79|Avg: $5

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

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 Pentium Gold G5400 (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-2320	Pentium Gold G5400
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($22)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-2320 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-2320	Pentium Gold G5400
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($22)	✅ 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 i5-2320 Benchmark Check

Pentium Gold G5400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-2320 and Pentium Gold G5400

Core i5-2320

The Core i5-2320 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,688 points. Launch price was $160.

Pentium Gold G5400

The Pentium Gold G5400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,735 points. Launch price was $64.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-2320 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium Gold G5400 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-2320 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-2320 versus 3.7 GHz on the Pentium Gold G5400 — a 11.4% clock advantage for the Pentium Gold G5400 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i5-2320 uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium Gold G5400 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-2320 scores 3,688 against the Pentium Gold G5400's 3,735 — a 1.3% lead for the Pentium Gold G5400. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-2320 vs 4 MB (total) on the Pentium Gold G5400.

Feature	Core i5-2320	Pentium Gold G5400
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz	3.7 GHz+12%
Base Clock	3 GHz	3.7 GHz+23%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)+50%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	3,688	3,735+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	560	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-2320 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium Gold G5400 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-2320 versus DDR4-2400 on the Pentium Gold G5400 — the Pentium Gold G5400 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium Gold G5400 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Core i5-2320	Pentium Gold G5400
Socket	LGA1155	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	DDR4-2400+33%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	64 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i5-2320) vs VT-x (Pentium Gold G5400). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 2000 (Core i5-2320) and UHD Graphics 610 (Pentium Gold G5400) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2320 targets Legacy Desktop, Pentium Gold G5400 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-2320 rivals Phenom II X4 965.