Pentium Dual Core T3400 vs Celeron G3900E

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3900E

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

16397%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

15494%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11250%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3389%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2685%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2348%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1345%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1328%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1209%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1209%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1195%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1163%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1147%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1142%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1132%

#816

Celeron G3900E

MSRP: $107|Avg: $35

100%

#817

Athlon II X3 435

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

99%

#818

Core i7-6822EQ

MSRP: $294|Avg: $190

99%

#819

Athlon II X4 645

MSRP: $126|Avg: $20

99%

#820

Core i5-7400

MSRP: $294|Avg: $70

98%

#821

Pentium E5800

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

98%

#822

Core i7-6820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $344

98%

#823

A6-9500

MSRP: $101|Avg: $25

98%

#824

Pentium G2120T

MSRP: $87|Avg: $10

98%

#825

Athlon II X2 270

MSRP: $72|Avg: $15

97%

#827

Core i7-6850K

MSRP: $617|Avg: $80

97%

#828

Core i5-2500K

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

97%

#829

Pentium G3430

MSRP: $116|Avg: $30

96%

#830

Pentium E5400

MSRP: $55|Avg: $49

96%

#831

Core i5-4570R

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron G3900E (2016) utilizes 14 nm technology and LPDDR3-1866, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium Dual Core T3400	Celeron G3900E
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($89)	✅ More affordable ($35)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium Dual Core T3400 (2008) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium Dual Core T3400	Celeron G3900E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+155%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($89)	✅ More affordable ($35)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Pentium Dual Core T3400 Benchmark Check

Celeron G3900E Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium Dual Core T3400 and Celeron G3900E

Pentium Dual Core T3400

The Pentium Dual Core T3400 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: 2.16 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,026 points. Launch price was $69.

Celeron G3900E

The Celeron G3900E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,034 points. Launch price was $107.

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Processing Power

Both the Pentium Dual Core T3400 and Celeron G3900E share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.16 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T3400 versus 2.4 GHz on the Celeron G3900E — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Celeron G3900E. The Pentium Dual Core T3400 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron G3900E uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core T3400 scores 2,026 against the Celeron G3900E's 2,034 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G3900E.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T3400	Celeron G3900E
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.16 GHz	2.4 GHz+11%
L3 Cache	—	2 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512 kB
Process	65 nm	14 nm-78%
Architecture	NetBurst (2000−2006)	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	2,026	2,034
Geekbench 6 Single	—	699
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	948

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Pentium Dual Core T3400) / VT-x (Celeron G3900E). The Celeron G3900E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 510), while the Pentium Dual Core T3400 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3900E targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G3900E rivals Pentium G4400.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T3400	Celeron G3900E
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 510
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Pentium Dual Core T3400 launched at $0 MSRP, while the Celeron G3900E debuted at $107. At current prices ($89 vs $35), the Celeron G3900E is $54 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual Core T3400 delivers 22.8 pts/$ vs 58.1 pts/$ for the Celeron G3900E — making the Celeron G3900E the 87.4% better value option.