CPU
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Core i5-4202Y
Core i3-2340UE
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 i5-4202Y is positioned at rank 964 and the Core i3-2340UE is on rank 1137, so the Core i5-4202Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4202Y
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2340UE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4202Y | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4202Y | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 Core i5-4202Y and Core i3-2340UE
Core i5-4202Y
The Core i5-4202Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,552 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-2340UE
The Core i3-2340UE 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. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,545 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-4202Y and Core i3-2340UE share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i5-4202Y versus 1.3 GHz on the Core i3-2340UE — a 42.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-4202Y. The Core i5-4202Y uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-2340UE uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4202Y scores 1,552 against the Core i3-2340UE's 1,545 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-4202Y. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 589 vs 230, a 87.7% lead for the Core i5-4202Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-4202Y vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2340UE.
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz+54% | 1.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,552 | 1,545 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 589+156% | 230 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,030 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4202Y uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-2340UE uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i5-4202Y) vs 16 (Core i3-2340UE) — the Core i3-2340UE offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM86,HM87 (Core i5-4202Y) and HM65,QM67 (Core i3-2340UE).
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x / EPT (Core i5-4202Y) vs VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2340UE). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4200 (Core i5-4202Y) and HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2340UE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4202Y targets Ultra-portable, Core i3-2340UE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-2340UE rivals Embedded G-Series.
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | Core i3-2340UE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4200 | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x / EPT | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | Ultra-portable | Embedded |
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