Core M-5Y10a vs Pentium G3420T
Core M-5Y10a
Pentium G3420T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 M-5Y10a is positioned at rank 1166 and the Pentium G3420T is on rank 680, so the Pentium G3420T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core M-5Y10a
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3420T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core M-5Y10a | Pentium G3420T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core M-5Y10a | Pentium G3420T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+605%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 M-5Y10a and Pentium G3420T
Core M-5Y10a
The Core M-5Y10a is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 September 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.8 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1234. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,905 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium G3420T
The Pentium G3420T 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 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,912 points. Launch price was $75.
Processing Power
The Core M-5Y10a packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium G3420T's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core M-5Y10a versus 2.7 GHz on the Pentium G3420T — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Pentium G3420T (base: 0.8 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Core M-5Y10a uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium G3420T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y10a scores 1,905 against the Pentium G3420T's 1,912 — a 0.4% lead for the Pentium G3420T. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core M-5Y10a vs 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G3420T.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10a | Pentium G3420T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.7 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 0.8 GHz | 2.7 GHz+238% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total)+33% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell-Y (2014) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,905 | 1,912 |
Memory & Platform
The Core M-5Y10a uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium G3420T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to LPDDR3-1600 memory speed. The Pentium G3420T supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core M-5Y10a) vs 16 (Pentium G3420T) — the Pentium G3420T offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10a | Pentium G3420T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1234 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-1600 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 5300 (Core M-5Y10a) and Intel HD Graphics (Pentium G3420T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core M-5Y10a targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10a | Pentium G3420T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 5300 | Intel HD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
Value Analysis
The Core M-5Y10a launched at $281 MSRP, while the Pentium G3420T debuted at $75. At current prices ($281 vs $40), the Pentium G3420T is $241 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core M-5Y10a delivers 6.8 pts/$ vs 47.8 pts/$ for the Pentium G3420T — making the Pentium G3420T the 150.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core M-5Y10a | Pentium G3420T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281 | $75-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $281 | $40-86% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.8 | 47.8+603% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2013 |
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