CPU
GPU
Pentium G3260T
Core i7-2677M
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 G3260T is positioned at rank 524 and the Core i7-2677M is on rank 227, so the Core i7-2677M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3260T
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2677M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G3260T | Core i7-2677M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G3260T | Core i7-2677M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G3260T and Core i7-2677M
Pentium G3260T
The Pentium G3260T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3L-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,878 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i7-2677M
The Core i7-2677M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 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 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,875 points. Launch price was $317.
Processing Power
The Pentium G3260T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i7-2677M's 2 cores. The Core i7-2677M is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G3260T scores 1,878 against the Core i7-2677M's 1,875 — a 0.2% lead for the Pentium G3260T. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Pentium G3260T vs 4 MB on the Core i7-2677M.
| Feature | Pentium G3260T | Core i7-2677M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | — | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+61% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512 kB |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | — | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,878 | 1,875 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 562 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G3260T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-2677M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G3260T | Core i7-2677M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pentium G3260T) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-2677M). The Core i7-2677M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium G3260T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2677M targets Ultrabook. Direct competitor: Core i7-2677M rivals A6-3420M.
| Feature | Pentium G3260T | Core i7-2677M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Ultrabook |
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