Pentium G3470 vs Core i3-3250
Pentium G3470
Core i3-3250
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 G3470 is positioned at rank 877 and the Core i3-3250 is on rank 846, so the Core i3-3250 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3470
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3250
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G3470 | Core i3-3250 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($130) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G3470 | Core i3-3250 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+227%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($130) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 G3470 and Core i3-3250
Pentium G3470
The Pentium G3470 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 53 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,448 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-3250
The Core i3-3250 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,460 points. Launch price was $138.
Processing Power
The Pentium G3470 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-3250's 2 cores. The Core i3-3250 is built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G3470 scores 2,448 against the Core i3-3250's 2,460 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i3-3250. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Pentium G3470 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3250.
| Feature | Pentium G3470 | Core i3-3250 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | — | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+3% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | — | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,448 | 2,460 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G3470 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-3250 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G3470 | Core i3-3250 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G3470 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i3-3250 debuted at $138. At current prices ($130 vs $40), the Core i3-3250 is $90 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G3470 delivers 18.8 pts/$ vs 61.5 pts/$ for the Core i3-3250 — making the Core i3-3250 the 106.2% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G3470 | Core i3-3250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $138-8% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $130 | $40-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.8 | 61.5+227% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2013 |
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