Pentium G3450T vs Core i3-3130M

Pentium G3450T

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2014

Core i3-3130M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium G3450T

2 / 2

1,904

0.0%

1,906

+0.1%

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 G3450T is positioned at rank 682 and the Core i3-3130M is on rank 22, so the Core i3-3130M 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 G3450T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

12277%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

11601%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8423%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2537%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2010%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1758%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1007%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

994%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

905%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

905%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

895%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

871%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

858%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

855%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

847%

#682

Pentium G3450T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $45

100%

#683

Celeron E3200

MSRP: $43|Avg: $5

100%

#684

Core i5-3470

MSRP: $184|Avg: $55

100%

#685

Core i5-3450S

MSRP: $174|Avg: $20

100%

#686

Core i7-5820K

MSRP: $389|Avg: $103

99%

#687

Core i3-4330

MSRP: $138|Avg: $60

99%

#689

Core i7-7700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $75

98%

#690

Core i3-4150T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $30

97%

#691

Core i7-6800K

MSRP: $434|Avg: $120

97%

#692

Core i7-3770S

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

97%

#693

Core i5-4670S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $30

97%

#694

Core i5-3550

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

97%

#695

Core i3-7300

MSRP: $184|Avg: $46

97%

#696

Core i5-3450

MSRP: $184|Avg: $95

97%

#697

FX-4300

MSRP: $122|Avg: $25

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3130M

#10

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

154%

#11

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

152%

#12

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

139%

#13

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

139%

#14

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

137%

#16

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

133%

#17

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

127%

#18

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

127%

#19

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

124%

#22

Core i3-3130M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#23

Core 2 Duo T5550

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5

96%

#24

Core 2 Duo T7100

MSRP: $197|Avg: $15

95%

#27

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

92%

#28

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

91%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

90%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

90%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

90%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

89%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Pentium G3450T leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i3-3130M is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.1% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Pentium G3450T	Core i3-3130M
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($45)	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Pentium G3450T stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 80% cheaper ($45 vs $225) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Pentium G3450T	Core i3-3130M
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+399%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($45)	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)

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 G3450T Benchmark Check

Core i3-3130M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G3450T and Core i3-3130M

Pentium G3450T

The Pentium G3450T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 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: 1,904 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i3-3130M

The Core i3-3130M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,906 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G3450T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-3130M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Pentium G3450T versus 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-3130M — a 10.9% clock advantage for the Pentium G3450T (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Pentium G3450T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-3130M uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G3450T scores 1,904 against the Core i3-3130M's 1,906 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-3130M. Both processors carry 3 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Pentium G3450T	Core i3-3130M
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.9 GHz+12%	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	2.9 GHz+12%	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm	22 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,904	1,906
Geekbench 6 Single	614	—

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G3450T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-3130M uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Pentium G3450T versus 1600 on the Core i3-3130M — the Core i3-3130M supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Pentium G3450T) and HM75,HM76,HM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i3-3130M).

Feature	Pentium G3450T	Core i3-3130M
Socket	LGA1150	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	1600+53233%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB+104857500%	32
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: Yes (Pentium G3450T) vs true (Core i3-3130M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Pentium G3450T) and Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i3-3130M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i3-3130M rivals AMD A8-4500M.