Pentium G3250T vs Core i3-2330E

Pentium G3250T

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2014

Core i3-2330E

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium G3250T

2 / 2

1,818

0.0%

1,823

+0.3%

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 G3250T is positioned at rank 617 and the Core i3-2330E is on rank 1133, so the Pentium G3250T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3250T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

10972%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

10367%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

7528%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2268%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1796%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1571%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

900%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

888%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

809%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

809%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

800%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

778%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

767%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

764%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

757%

#283

Ryzen Threadripper 1920

MSRP: $799|Avg: $200

97%

#384

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

MSRP: $3990|Avg: $2850

99%

#385

Celeron G4900

MSRP: $42|Avg: $85

98%

#386

Ryzen Embedded V3C18I

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

98%

#617

Pentium G3250T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $30

100%

#619

Core i5-7640X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $85

100%

#620

Athlon II X3 425e

MSRP: $79|Avg: $58

100%

#621

Athlon II X4 640

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#622

Celeron G540

MSRP: $42|Avg: $10

99%

#624

Core i5-4590

MSRP: $192|Avg: $51

99%

#625

Celeron G440

MSRP: $37|Avg: $5

98%

#628

A8-7670K

MSRP: $118|Avg: $43

97%

#629

Core i3-8350K

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

97%

#630

Core i3-6320

MSRP: $160|Avg: $35

97%

#632

Pentium G3258

MSRP: $75|Avg: $72

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2330E

#1121

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3622%

#1122

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3569%

#1123

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3277%

#1124

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3262%

#1125

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3232%

#1127

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3121%

#1128

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2993%

#1129

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2988%

#1130

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2907%

#1133

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

100%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

96%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

95%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

95%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

95%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

94%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

94%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

94%

#1146

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

93%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Pentium G3250T leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i3-2330E is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.3% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Pentium G3250T	Core i3-2330E
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($30)	✅ More affordable ($10)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i3-2330E stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 67% cheaper ($10 vs $30) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Pentium G3250T	Core i3-2330E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+201%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($30)	✅ More affordable ($10)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Pentium G3250T Benchmark Check

Core i3-2330E Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G3250T and Core i3-2330E

Pentium G3250T

The Pentium G3250T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 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: 1,818 points. Launch price was $46.

Core i3-2330E

The Core i3-2330E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,823 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G3250T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-2330E's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Pentium G3250T versus 2.2 GHz on the Core i3-2330E — a 24% clock advantage for the Pentium G3250T (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Pentium G3250T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-2330E uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G3250T scores 1,818 against the Core i3-2330E's 1,823 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-2330E. Both processors carry 3 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Pentium G3250T	Core i3-2330E
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz+27%	2.2 GHz
Base Clock	2.8 GHz+27%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	1,818	1,823

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G3250T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-2330E uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Pentium G3250T	Core i3-2330E
Socket	LGA1150	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Pentium G3250T) / VT-x (Core i3-2330E). The Core i3-2330E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium G3250T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2330E targets Embedded.

Feature	Pentium G3250T	Core i3-2330E
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 3000
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Embedded

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Value Analysis

The Pentium G3250T launched at $64 MSRP, while the Core i3-2330E debuted at $225. At current prices ($30 vs $10), the Core i3-2330E is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G3250T delivers 60.6 pts/$ vs 182.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-2330E — making the Core i3-2330E the 100.2% better value option.