CPU
GPU
Pentium G4400TE
Core m3-6Y30
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 G4400TE is positioned at rank 1044 and the Core m3-6Y30 is on rank 1136, so the Pentium G4400TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4400TE
Performance Per Dollar Core m3-6Y30
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G4400TE | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($250) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G4400TE | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+13%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($250) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) |
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 G4400TE and Core m3-6Y30
Pentium G4400TE
The Pentium G4400TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,190 points. Launch price was $64.
Core m3-6Y30
The Core m3-6Y30 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,180 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Pentium G4400TE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core m3-6Y30's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Pentium G4400TE versus 2.2 GHz on the Core m3-6Y30 — a 8.7% clock advantage for the Pentium G4400TE. The Pentium G4400TE uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core m3-6Y30 uses Skylake-Y (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G4400TE scores 2,190 against the Core m3-6Y30's 2,180 — a 0.5% lead for the Pentium G4400TE. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Pentium G4400TE vs 4 MB (total) on the Core m3-6Y30.
| Feature | Pentium G4400TE | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+9% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 0.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Skylake-Y (2015) |
| PassMark | 2,190 | 2,180 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G4400TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core m3-6Y30 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium G4400TE | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1515 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Pentium G4400TE) / not specified (Core m3-6Y30). The Pentium G4400TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 510), while the Core m3-6Y30 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G4400TE targets Desktop.
| Feature | Pentium G4400TE | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 510 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G4400TE launched at $300 MSRP, while the Core m3-6Y30 debuted at $281. At current prices ($250 vs $281), the Pentium G4400TE is $31 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G4400TE delivers 8.8 pts/$ vs 7.8 pts/$ for the Core m3-6Y30 — making the Pentium G4400TE the 12.1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G4400TE | Core m3-6Y30 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $281-6% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250-11% | $281 |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.8+13% | 7.8 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2015 |
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