CPU
GPU
Pentium G2120T
VIA Nano QuadCore L4700
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 VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 is on rank 552, so the VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2120T
Performance Per Dollar VIA Nano QuadCore L4700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G2120T | VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (CNQ (2011) / 40 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G2120T | VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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.
Counter-Strike 2
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G2120T and VIA Nano QuadCore L4700
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.
VIA Nano QuadCore L4700
The VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 is manufactured by TSMC. It was released in 12 May 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the CNQ (2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 1.47 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: NanoBGA2. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,615 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Pentium G2120T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 has 2 more cores. The VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 is built on the CNQ (2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G2120T scores 1,613 against the VIA Nano QuadCore L4700's 1,615 — a 0.1% lead for the VIA Nano QuadCore L4700.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | — | 1.47 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+125% | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-45% | 40 nm |
| Architecture | — | CNQ (2011) |
| PassMark | 1,613 | 1,615 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G2120T uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 uses NanoBGA2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G2120T | VIA Nano QuadCore L4700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | NanoBGA2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
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