CPU
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Pentium G2120T
Pentium Dual Core T2370
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 G2120T is positioned at rank 824 and the Pentium Dual Core T2370 is on rank 1059, so the Pentium G2120T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2120T
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T2370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G2120T | Pentium Dual Core T2370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G2120T | Pentium Dual Core T2370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+152%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
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 G2120T and Pentium Dual Core T2370
Pentium G2120T
The Pentium G2120T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,613 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium Dual Core T2370
The Pentium Dual Core T2370 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: 1.73 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,601 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium G2120T and Pentium Dual Core T2370 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. The Pentium Dual Core T2370 is built on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G2120T scores 1,613 against the Pentium Dual Core T2370's 1,601 — a 0.7% lead for the Pentium G2120T.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | Pentium Dual Core T2370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | — | 1.73 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| Process | 22 nm-66% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | — | NetBurst (2000−2006) |
| PassMark | 1,613 | 1,601 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G2120T uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium Dual Core T2370 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | Pentium Dual Core T2370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pentium G2120T) / No VT-x (Pentium Dual Core T2370). Primary use case: Pentium Dual Core T2370 targets Mobile.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | Pentium Dual Core T2370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | No VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G2120T launched at $87 MSRP, while the Pentium Dual Core T2370 debuted at $150. At current prices ($10 vs $25), the Pentium G2120T is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G2120T delivers 161.3 pts/$ vs 64.0 pts/$ for the Pentium Dual Core T2370 — making the Pentium G2120T the 86.3% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | Pentium Dual Core T2370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $87-42% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-60% | $25 |
| Performance per Dollar | 161.3+152% | 64.0 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2008 |
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