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Pentium G3450T
Core i5-560M
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 G3450T is positioned at rank 682 and the Core i5-560M is on rank 1121, so the Pentium G3450T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3450T
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-560M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G3450T | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G3450T | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+403%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
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 G3450T and Core i5-560M
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 i5-560M
The Core i5-560M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 1,894 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Pentium G3450T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-560M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Pentium G3450T versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-560M — a 9.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-560M (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The Pentium G3450T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-560M uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G3450T scores 1,904 against the Core i5-560M's 1,894 — a 0.5% lead for the Pentium G3450T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 614 vs 450, a 30.8% lead for the Pentium G3450T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 3 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Pentium G3450T | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.2 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+9% | 2.66 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) | Arrandale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,904 | 1,894 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 614+36% | 450 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 950 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G3450T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-560M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Pentium G3450T supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Pentium G3450T) and HM55,HM57,PM55,QM57 (Core i5-560M).
| Feature | Pentium G3450T | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+300% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (Pentium G3450T) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-560M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Pentium G3450T) and Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) (Core i5-560M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-560M targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-560M rivals AMD Turion II Ultra M660.
| Feature | Pentium G3450T | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G3450T launched at $75 MSRP, while the Core i5-560M debuted at $225.
| Feature | Pentium G3450T | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $75-67% | $225 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45 | — |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2010 |
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