Pentium G4500T vs Core i5-10400F
Pentium G4500T
Core i5-10400F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 G4500T is positioned at rank #572 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4500T
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G4500T | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G4500T | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
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 G4500T and Core i5-10400F
Pentium G4500T
The Pentium G4500T 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. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 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: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,399 points. Launch price was $75.
Core i5-10400F
The Core i5-10400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,029 points. Launch price was $155.
Processing Power
The Pentium G4500T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i5-10400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-10400F has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Pentium G4500T versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400F — a 35.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-10400F (base: 3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Pentium G4500T uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-10400F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G4500T scores 2,399 against the Core i5-10400F's 13,029 — a 137.8% lead for the Core i5-10400F. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 701 vs 1,454, a 69.9% lead for the Core i5-10400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,260 vs 5,783 (128.4% advantage for the Core i5-10400F). L3 cache: 3 MB on the Pentium G4500T vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F.
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4.3 GHz+43% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+3% | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 12 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 2,399 | 13,029+443% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,191 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 701 | 1,454+107% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,260 | 5,783+359% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G4500T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10400F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Core i5-10400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H110,B150,H170,Z170 (Pentium G4500T) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Core i5-10400F).
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Pentium G4500T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G4500T targets Low Power Desktop, Core i5-10400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 530 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G4500T launched at $75 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400F debuted at $160. At current prices ($20 vs $102), the Pentium G4500T is $82 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G4500T delivers 120.0 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400F — making the Core i5-10400F the 6.3% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Core i5-10400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $75-53% | $160 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-80% | $102 |
| Performance per Dollar | 120.0 | 127.7+6% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2020 |
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