CPU
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Core i7-3610QE
Pentium Gold G7400T
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. The Core i7-3610QE is positioned at rank #945 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3610QE
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-3610QE | Pentium Gold G7400T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-3610QE | Pentium Gold G7400T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i7-3610QE and Pentium Gold G7400T
Core i7-3610QE
The Core i7-3610QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,234 points. Launch price was $149.
Pentium Gold G7400T
The Pentium Gold G7400T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 5,274 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i7-3610QE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Pentium Gold G7400T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i7-3610QE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i7-3610QE versus 3.1 GHz on the Pentium Gold G7400T — a 6.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-3610QE (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i7-3610QE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Pentium Gold G7400T uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3610QE scores 5,234 against the Pentium Gold G7400T's 5,274 — a 0.8% lead for the Pentium Gold G7400T. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i7-3610QE vs 6 MB (total) on the Pentium Gold G7400T.
| Feature | Core i7-3610QE | Pentium Gold G7400T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz+6% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.1 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 6144 kB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 22 nm | Intel 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 5,234 | 5,274 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-3610QE uses the G2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium Gold G7400T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-3610QE | Pentium Gold G7400T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G2 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-3610QE) / not specified (Pentium Gold G7400T). The Core i7-3610QE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Pentium Gold G7400T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3610QE targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core i7-3610QE | Pentium Gold G7400T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
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