CPU
GPU
Pentium G3240T
A4 PRO-3340B
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 G3240T is positioned at rank 652 and the A4 PRO-3340B is on rank 637, so the A4 PRO-3340B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3240T
Performance Per Dollar A4 PRO-3340B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G3240T | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G3240T | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| 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 G3240T and A4 PRO-3340B
Pentium G3240T
The Pentium G3240T 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: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3L-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,693 points. Launch price was $69.
A4 PRO-3340B
The A4 PRO-3340B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 December 2014 (10 years ago). It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,709 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Pentium G3240T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A4 PRO-3340B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A4 PRO-3340B has 2 more cores. The A4 PRO-3340B is built on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G3240T scores 1,693 against the A4 PRO-3340B's 1,709 — a 0.9% lead for the A4 PRO-3340B.
| Feature | Pentium G3240T | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | — | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+23% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | — | 2048 kB |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | — | Kabini (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,693 | 1,709 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 200 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G3240T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A4 PRO-3340B uses FT3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G3240T | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | FT3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 1 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pentium G3240T) / AMD-V (A4 PRO-3340B). The A4 PRO-3340B includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8240), while the Pentium G3240T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4 PRO-3340B targets Business Laptop. Direct competitor: A4 PRO-3340B rivals Pentium N3520.
| Feature | Pentium G3240T | A4 PRO-3340B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 8240 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Business Laptop |
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