Pentium M 765 vs Core i3-2377M

Pentium M 765

1 Cores1 Thrd21 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2004

Core i3-2377M

2 Cores4 Thrd17 WWMax: 1.5 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium M 765

1 / 1

1,834

0.0%

1,850

+0.9%

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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Pentium M 765 is positioned at rank 918 and the Core i3-2377M is on rank 1151, so the Pentium M 765 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 765

#906

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1600%

#907

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1576%

#908

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1447%

#909

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1441%

#910

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1427%

#912

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1378%

#913

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1322%

#914

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1320%

#915

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1284%

#918

Pentium M 765

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

100%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#933

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2377M

#1139

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3965%

#1140

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3907%

#1141

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3586%

#1142

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3570%

#1143

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3538%

#1145

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3416%

#1146

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3276%

#1147

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3270%

#1148

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3182%

#1151

Core i3-2377M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

100%

#1152

Core 2 Duo E8435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $74

99%

#1153

Celeron M 723

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

99%

#1154

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

98%

#1155

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

98%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

97%

#1158

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

96%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

96%

#1160

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

95%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

93%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

92%

#1166

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

92%

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 Core i3-2377M (2012) utilizes 32 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium M 765	Core i3-2377M
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($250)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 765 (2004) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium M 765	Core i3-2377M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($250)

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 M 765 Benchmark Check

Core i3-2377M Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium M 765 and Core i3-2377M

Pentium M 765

The Pentium M 765 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,834 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i3-2377M

The Core i3-2377M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,850 points. Launch price was $250.

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Processing Power

The Pentium M 765 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Core i3-2377M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i3-2377M has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Pentium M 765 versus 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-2377M — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Pentium M 765 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Pentium M 765 uses the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture (90 nm), while the Core i3-2377M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium M 765 scores 1,834 against the Core i3-2377M's 1,850 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i3-2377M. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium M 765 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2377M.

Feature	Pentium M 765	Core i3-2377M
Cores / Threads	1 / 1	2 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	2.1 GHz+40%	1.5 GHz
Base Clock	2.1 GHz+40%	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	256K (per core)
Process	90 nm	32 nm-64%
Architecture	Dothan (2004−2005)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	1,834	1,850
Geekbench 6 Single	—	238
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	546

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium M 765 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i3-2377M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-533 on the Pentium M 765 versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i3-2377M — the Core i3-2377M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-2377M supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: 915GM,945GT (Pentium M 765) and FCBGA1023 (Core i3-2377M).

Feature	Pentium M 765	Core i3-2377M
Socket	PGA478	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 2.0+82%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-533	DDR3-1333+50%
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB	16 GB+300%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Pentium M 765) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-2377M). The Core i3-2377M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium M 765 requires a dedicated GPU.