Pentium G3460T vs Ryzen 9 5900X

Pentium G3460T

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WW2015

Ryzen 9 5900X

12 Cores24 Thrd105 WWMax: 4.8 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium G3460T

2 / 2

2,036

0.0%

38,955

+1813.3%

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX

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. The Pentium G3460T is positioned at rank #602 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 G3460T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

10563%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

9981%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

7247%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2183%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1729%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1513%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

866%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

855%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

779%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

779%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

770%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

749%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

739%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

736%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

729%

#279

Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

MSRP: $799|Avg: $265

98%

#280

Core i7-7820X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $198

97%

#383

Ryzen Threadripper 9980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

96%

#602

Pentium G3460T

MSRP: $69|Avg: N/A

100%

#603

Core i3-6300

MSRP: $147|Avg: $99

100%

#604

Core i5-6402P

MSRP: $182|Avg: $120

99%

#605

Athlon II X4 620e

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

99%

#606

Core i5-7600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $114

99%

#608

FX-9590

MSRP: $350|Avg: $100

99%

#611

Athlon X4 750

MSRP: $95|Avg: $95

98%

#613

A6-3600

MSRP: $95|Avg: $25

97%

#614

Core i7-7740X

MSRP: $339|Avg: $150

97%

#615

Core i3-4130

MSRP: $117|Avg: $55

97%

#617

Pentium G3250T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $30

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X

#141

Core i9-13900K

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

105%

#142

Core i3-14100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $131

104%

#143

Ryzen 5 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

103%

#144

Core i7-10700KF

MSRP: $405|Avg: $160

103%

#145

Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

103%

#146

Core i7-13700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $400

103%

#147

Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

102%

#148

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $150

102%

#149

Core i9-12900KS

MSRP: $739|Avg: $385

102%

#150

Ryzen 5 5500X3D

MSRP: $185|Avg: $180

101%

#151

Core Ultra 7 265T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $362

101%

#152

Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $85|Avg: $64

101%

#153

Core i3-9100T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $50

101%

#154

Ryzen 5 4600G

MSRP: $154|Avg: $143

100%

#155

Core i7-13700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $250

100%

#156

Ryzen 9 5900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $350

100%

#157

Core i7-13700F

MSRP: $359|Avg: $345

100%

#158

Core i5-13600T

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

99%

#159

Ryzen 5 3400GE

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

99%

#160

Core i7-12700F

MSRP: $314|Avg: $275

99%

#161

Core i5-9400

MSRP: $192|Avg: $85

99%

#162

Core i3-13100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $128

99%

#163

Core i9-10910

MSRP: $488|Avg: $200

96%

#164

Core i5-14600T

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

96%

#165

Core i5-11500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $120

95%

#166

Ryzen 7 5700X3D

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#167

Ryzen 3 8300GE

MSRP: $129|Avg: $129

95%

#168

Core i3-13100T

MSRP: $134|Avg: $122

94%

#169

Core i5-10600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $110

94%

#170

Ryzen 3 3200G

MSRP: $100|Avg: $67

94%

#171

Core Ultra 9 285

MSRP: $589|Avg: $550

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 9 5900X (2020) utilizes 7 nm, 12 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium G3460T	Ryzen 9 5900X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($69)	⚠️ Higher cost ($350)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium G3460T (2015) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium G3460T	Ryzen 9 5900X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+277%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($69)	⚠️ Higher cost ($350)

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 G3460T Benchmark Check

Ryzen 9 5900X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium G3460T and Ryzen 9 5900X

Pentium G3460T

The Pentium G3460T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,036 points. Launch price was $69.

Ryzen 9 5900X

The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G3460T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen 9 5900X has 10 more cores. The Ryzen 9 5900X is built on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G3460T scores 2,036 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 180.1% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Pentium G3460T vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5900X.

Feature	Pentium G3460T	Ryzen 9 5900X
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	12 / 24+500%
Boost Clock	—	4.8 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz	3.7 GHz+23%
L3 Cache	3 MB	64 MB+2033%
L2 Cache	—	512K (per core)
Process	22 nm	7 nm, 12 nm-68%
Architecture	—	Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	2,036	38,955+1813%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	21,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,174
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	11,888

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G3460T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Pentium G3460T	Ryzen 9 5900X
Socket	LGA1150	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	24

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Pentium G3460T) / AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5900X). Primary use case: Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.