Core i7-2710QE vs Pentium G4620

Core i7-2710QE

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3 GHz2011

Pentium G4620

2 Cores4 Thrd51 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-2710QE

4 / 8

3,749

0.0%

3,761

+0.3%

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i7-2710QE is positioned at rank 1084 and the Pentium G4620 is on rank 471, so the Pentium G4620 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 i7-2710QE

#1072

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2958%

#1073

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2914%

#1074

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2675%

#1075

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2663%

#1076

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2639%

#1078

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2548%

#1079

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2444%

#1080

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2440%

#1081

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2374%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

100%

#1089

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

97%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1092

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

96%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

96%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

94%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

94%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4620

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

7128%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

6735%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

4890%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1473%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1167%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1021%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

585%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

577%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

525%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

525%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

520%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

506%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

498%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

496%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

492%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

99%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

99%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

99%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

98%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

98%

#471

Pentium G4620

MSRP: $86|Avg: $154

100%

#476

Athlon X4 830

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

99%

#480

Athlon X4 860K

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#483

Core i7-8700

MSRP: $303|Avg: $110

96%

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 G4620 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-2710QE	Pentium G4620
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($40)	⚠️ Higher cost ($154)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-2710QE (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-2710QE	Pentium G4620
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+284%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($40)	⚠️ Higher cost ($154)

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 i7-2710QE Benchmark Check

Pentium G4620 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-2710QE and Pentium G4620

Core i7-2710QE

The Core i7-2710QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,749 points. Launch price was $378.

Pentium G4620

The Pentium G4620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,761 points. Launch price was $100.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-2710QE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Pentium G4620 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i7-2710QE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i7-2710QE versus 3.7 GHz on the Pentium G4620 — a 20.9% clock advantage for the Pentium G4620 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i7-2710QE uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium G4620 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2710QE scores 3,749 against the Pentium G4620's 3,761 — a 0.3% lead for the Pentium G4620. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-2710QE vs 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G4620.

Feature	Core i7-2710QE	Pentium G4620
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3 GHz	3.7 GHz+23%
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	3.7 GHz+76%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)+100%	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	3,749	3,761
Geekbench 6 Single	604	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-2710QE uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium G4620 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-2710QE	Pentium G4620
Socket	PGA988	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	20	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-2710QE) / not specified (Pentium G4620). The Core i7-2710QE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium G4620 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2710QE targets Embedded/Industrial. Direct competitor: Core i7-2710QE rivals Embedded R-Series.

Feature	Core i7-2710QE	Pentium G4620
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 3000	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	—
Target Use	Embedded/Industrial	—

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-2710QE launched at $378 MSRP, while the Pentium G4620 debuted at $86. At current prices ($40 vs $154), the Core i7-2710QE is $114 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-2710QE delivers 93.7 pts/$ vs 24.4 pts/$ for the Pentium G4620 — making the Core i7-2710QE the 117.3% better value option.