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Pentium Dual Core T3200
Core i7-2630QM
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 Core i7-2630QM is on rank 1094, 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 Core i7-2630QM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | Core i7-2630QM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | Core i7-2630QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+7566%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) |
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 Core i7-2630QM
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.
Core i7-2630QM
The Core i7-2630QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,550 points. Launch price was $378.
Processing Power
The Pentium Dual Core T3200 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i7-2630QM offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-2630QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T3200 versus 2.9 GHz on the Core i7-2630QM — a 36.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-2630QM. The Pentium Dual Core T3200 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i7-2630QM uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core T3200 scores 3,600 against the Core i7-2630QM's 3,550 — a 1.4% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T3200.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | Core i7-2630QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.9 GHz+45% |
| Base Clock | — | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,600+1% | 3,550 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 235 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 408 | — |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Pentium Dual Core T3200 versus 1600 on the Core i7-2630QM — the Core i7-2630QM supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-2630QM supports up to 32 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium Dual Core T3200) vs 16 (Core i7-2630QM) — the Core i7-2630QM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: PM965,GM965,GL960 (Pentium Dual Core T3200) and HM65,HM67,QM67,QS67 (Core i7-2630QM).
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | Core i7-2630QM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | 1600+79900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB+13107100% | 32 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: No (Pentium Dual Core T3200) vs true (Core i7-2630QM). The Core i7-2630QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium Dual Core T3200 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-2630QM rivals AMD A8-3510MX.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | Core i7-2630QM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | true |
Value Analysis
The Pentium Dual Core T3200 launched at $64 MSRP, while the Core i7-2630QM debuted at $378.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T3200 | Core i7-2630QM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64-83% | $378 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5 | — |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2011 |
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