Core M-5Y31 vs Pentium G2130
Core M-5Y31
Pentium G2130
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 M-5Y31 is positioned at rank 1166 and the Pentium G2130 is on rank 675, so the Pentium G2130 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-5Y31
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2130
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core M-5Y31 | Pentium G2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($8) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-Y (2014) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core M-5Y31 | Pentium G2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+277%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($8) |
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-5Y31 and Pentium G2130
Core M-5Y31
The Core M-5Y31 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 October 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 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 G2130
The Pentium G2130 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3072 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,915 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Core M-5Y31 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium G2130's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core M-5Y31 versus 3.2 GHz on the Pentium G2130 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Pentium G2130 (base: 0.9 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core M-5Y31 uses the Broadwell-Y (2014) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium G2130 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core M-5Y31 scores 1,905 against the Pentium G2130's 1,915 — a 0.5% lead for the Pentium G2130. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core M-5Y31 vs 3072 kB (total) on the Pentium G2130.
| Feature | Core M-5Y31 | Pentium G2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.2 GHz+33% |
| Base Clock | 0.9 GHz | 3.2 GHz+256% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total)+33% | 3072 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell-Y (2014) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,905 | 1,915 |
Memory & Platform
The Core M-5Y31 uses the FCBGA1234 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium G2130 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core M-5Y31 | Pentium G2130 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1234 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core M-5Y31 launched at $281 MSRP, while the Pentium G2130 debuted at $75. At current prices ($30 vs $8), the Pentium G2130 is $22 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core M-5Y31 delivers 63.5 pts/$ vs 239.4 pts/$ for the Pentium G2130 — making the Pentium G2130 the 116.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core M-5Y31 | Pentium G2130 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281 | $75-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $8-73% |
| Performance per Dollar | 63.5 | 239.4+277% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2013 |
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