Core i7-3517UE vs Pentium G4500T
Core i7-3517UE
Pentium G4500T
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 i7-3517UE is positioned at rank 1154 and the Pentium G4500T is on rank 572, so the Pentium G4500T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3517UE
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4500T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-3517UE | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-3517UE | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+76%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
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 i7-3517UE and Pentium G4500T
Core i7-3517UE
The Core i7-3517UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,384 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium G4500T
The Pentium G4500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,399 points. Launch price was $75.
Processing Power
The Core i7-3517UE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium G4500T's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-3517UE versus 3 GHz on the Pentium G4500T — a 6.9% clock advantage for the Pentium G4500T (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i7-3517UE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Pentium G4500T uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3517UE scores 2,384 against the Pentium G4500T's 2,399 — a 0.6% lead for the Pentium G4500T. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-3517UE vs 3 MB on the Pentium G4500T.
| Feature | Core i7-3517UE | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3 GHz+76% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total)+33% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 2,384 | 2,399 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 701 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,260 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-3517UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium G4500T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-3517UE | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-3517UE) / VT-x, VT-d (Pentium G4500T). The Pentium G4500T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Core i7-3517UE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G4500T targets Low Power Desktop.
| Feature | Core i7-3517UE | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Low Power Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-3517UE launched at $330 MSRP, while the Pentium G4500T debuted at $75. At current prices ($35 vs $20), the Pentium G4500T is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-3517UE delivers 68.1 pts/$ vs 120.0 pts/$ for the Pentium G4500T — making the Pentium G4500T the 55.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-3517UE | Pentium G4500T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $330 | $75-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | $20-43% |
| Performance per Dollar | 68.1 | 120.0+76% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2015 |
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