Pentium G2140 vs 3015Ce
Pentium G2140
3015Ce
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 G2140 is positioned at rank 775 and the 3015Ce is on rank 999, so the Pentium G2140 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2140
Performance Per Dollar 3015Ce
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G2140 | 3015Ce |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G2140 | 3015Ce |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+138%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) | ✅ More affordable ($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 G2140 and 3015Ce
Pentium G2140
The Pentium G2140 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,092 points. Launch price was $69.
3015Ce
The 3015Ce is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,099 points. Launch price was $50.
Processing Power
The Pentium G2140 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the 3015Ce's 2 cores. The 3015Ce is built on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G2140 scores 2,092 against the 3015Ce's 2,099 — a 0.3% lead for the 3015Ce. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Pentium G2140 vs 4 MB on the 3015Ce.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | 3015Ce |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | — | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+175% | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 4 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | — | Pollock (Zen) (2020) |
| PassMark | 2,092 | 2,099 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 550 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 920 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G2140 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the 3015Ce uses FT5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Pentium G2140 versus 1600 on the 3015Ce — the 3015Ce supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G2140 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Pentium G2140) vs 1 (3015Ce). PCIe lanes: 16 (Pentium G2140) vs 8 (3015Ce) — the Pentium G2140 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H61,B75 (Pentium G2140) and FP5 (3015Ce).
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | 3015Ce |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | FT5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 1600+53233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+209715100% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Pentium G2140) vs true (3015Ce). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Pentium G2140) and Radeon Graphics (2-Core) (3015Ce) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G2140 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | 3015Ce |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | Radeon Graphics (2-Core) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | true |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G2140 launched at $100 MSRP, while the 3015Ce debuted at $150. At current prices ($95 vs $40), the 3015Ce is $55 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G2140 delivers 22.0 pts/$ vs 52.5 pts/$ for the 3015Ce — making the 3015Ce the 81.8% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | 3015Ce |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-33% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $95 | $40-58% |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.0 | 52.5+139% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2020 |
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