CPU
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Pentium G3220T
Phenom X4 9350e
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 G3220T is positioned at rank 589 and the Phenom X4 9350e is on rank 384, so the Phenom X4 9350e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3220T
Performance Per Dollar Phenom X4 9350e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G3220T | Phenom X4 9350e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Agena (2007−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G3220T | Phenom X4 9350e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G3220T and Phenom X4 9350e
Pentium G3220T
The Pentium G3220T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,649 points. Launch price was $40.
Phenom X4 9350e
The Phenom X4 9350e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Agena (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,659 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Pentium G3220T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Phenom X4 9350e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom X4 9350e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Pentium G3220T versus 2 GHz on the Phenom X4 9350e — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Pentium G3220T. The Pentium G3220T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Phenom X4 9350e uses Agena (2007−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G3220T scores 1,649 against the Phenom X4 9350e's 1,659 — a 0.6% lead for the Phenom X4 9350e. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G3220T vs 2 MB (total) on the Phenom X4 9350e.
| Feature | Pentium G3220T | Phenom X4 9350e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz+30% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm-66% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Agena (2007−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,649 | 1,659 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G3220T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom X4 9350e uses AM2+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G3220T | Phenom X4 9350e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
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