Pentium Gold G6600 vs Core i5-3340

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3340

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

13350%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

12614%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9159%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2759%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2186%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1912%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1095%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1081%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

984%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

984%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

973%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

947%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

933%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

930%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

921%

#720

Core i5-3340

MSRP: $182|Avg: $15

100%

#721

Core i7-4770

MSRP: $303|Avg: $50

100%

#722

Athlon II X3 440

MSRP: $75|Avg: $10

100%

#723

Core i3-4130T

MSRP: $124|Avg: $10

99%

#724

Celeron E3300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#725

Core i7-6700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $60

99%

#726

Core i7-4790K

MSRP: $350|Avg: $93

99%

#727

Celeron E3400

MSRP: $53|Avg: $15

99%

#728

FX-4100

MSRP: $115|Avg: $20

98%

#729

Core i5-7440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $30

98%

#730

Core i5-3350P

MSRP: $189|Avg: $25

98%

#732

Core i3-4350T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $20

98%

#733

Athlon II X4 641

MSRP: $102|Avg: $102

97%

#734

Athlon II X3 460

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

97%

#735

Pentium G2100T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $10

97%

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 Pentium Gold G6600 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium Gold G6600	Core i5-3340
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-3340 (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium Gold G6600	Core i5-3340
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)

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 G6600 Benchmark Check

Core i5-3340 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium Gold G6600 and Core i5-3340

Pentium Gold G6600

The Pentium Gold G6600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 4,223 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i5-3340

The Core i5-3340 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2013 (12 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,249 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Gold G6600 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-3340 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-3340 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Pentium Gold G6600 versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-3340 — a 24% clock advantage for the Pentium Gold G6600 (base: 4.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Pentium Gold G6600 is built on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium Gold G6600 scores 4,223 against the Core i5-3340's 4,249 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i5-3340. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Pentium Gold G6600 vs 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-3340.

Feature	Pentium Gold G6600	Core i5-3340
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+27%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	4.2 GHz+35%	3.1 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache+50%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	—
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Comet Lake (2020−2025)	—
PassMark	4,223	4,249

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Gold G6600 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-3340 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.