CPU
GPU
Pentium Dual Core T3200
A10-9700
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 Pentium Dual Core T3200 is positioned at rank 375 and the A10-9700 is on rank 771, so the Pentium Dual Core T3200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T3200
Performance Per Dollar A10-9700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+710%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 Pentium Dual Core T3200 and A10-9700
Pentium Dual Core T3200
The Pentium Dual Core T3200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 3,600 points. Launch price was $69.
A10-9700
The A10-9700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,555 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Pentium Dual Core T3200 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A10-9700 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A10-9700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T3200 versus 3.8 GHz on the A10-9700 — a 62.1% clock advantage for the A10-9700. The Pentium Dual Core T3200 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the A10-9700 uses Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core T3200 scores 3,600 against the A10-9700's 3,555 — a 1.3% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T3200. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 235 vs 642, a 92.8% lead for the A10-9700 that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+90% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2048 kB+100% |
| Process | 65 nm | 28 nm-57% |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 3,600+1% | 3,555 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 235 | 642+173% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 408 | — |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Pentium Dual Core T3200 versus DDR4-2400 on the A10-9700 — the A10-9700 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10-9700 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium Dual Core T3200) vs 8 (A10-9700) — the A10-9700 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: PM965,GM965,GL960 (Pentium Dual Core T3200) and A320,B350,X370 (A10-9700).
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR4-2400+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 64 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: No (Pentium Dual Core T3200) vs AMD-V (A10-9700). The A10-9700 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R7), while the Pentium Dual Core T3200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-9700 targets Budget. Direct competitor: A10-9700 rivals Pentium G4560.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R7 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Pentium Dual Core T3200 launched at $64 MSRP, while the A10-9700 debuted at $169. At current prices ($5 vs $40), the Pentium Dual Core T3200 is $35 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual Core T3200 delivers 720.0 pts/$ vs 88.9 pts/$ for the A10-9700 — making the Pentium Dual Core T3200 the 156.1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64-62% | $169 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-88% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 720.0+710% | 88.9 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2017 |
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