Pentium Gold G6400T vs Pentium Dual Core T3200

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.

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T3200

#363

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

522%

#364

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

514%

#365

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

472%

#366

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

470%

#367

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

465%

#369

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

449%

#370

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

431%

#371

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

430%

#372

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

419%

#375

Pentium Dual Core T3200

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Pentium Gold G6400T (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium Gold G6400T	Pentium Dual Core T3200
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($5)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium Dual Core T3200 (2008) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium Gold G6400T	Pentium Dual Core T3200
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($5)

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 Gold G6400T Benchmark Check

Pentium Dual Core T3200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium Gold G6400T and Pentium Dual Core T3200

Pentium Gold G6400T

The Pentium Gold G6400T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 3,544 points. Launch price was $69.

Pentium Dual Core T3200

The Pentium Dual Core T3200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 3,600 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Gold G6400T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Pentium Dual Core T3200's 2 cores. The Pentium Dual Core T3200 is built on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium Gold G6400T scores 3,544 against the Pentium Dual Core T3200's 3,600 — a 1.6% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T3200.

Feature	Pentium Gold G6400T	Pentium Dual Core T3200
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	—	2 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz	—
L3 Cache	4 MB Intel® Smart Cache	—
L2 Cache	—	1 MB
Process	14 nm-78%	65 nm
Architecture	—	NetBurst (2000−2006)
PassMark	3,544	3,600+2%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	235
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	408