CPU
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Pentium T2310
Pentium T2330
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 T2310 is positioned at rank 1222 and the Pentium T2330 is on rank 1220, so the Pentium T2330 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium T2310
Performance Per Dollar Pentium T2330
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium T2310 | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($14) | ✅ More affordable ($7) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium T2310 | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+113%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($14) | ✅ More affordable ($7) |
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 T2310 and Pentium T2330
Pentium T2310
The Pentium T2310 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.46 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 625 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium T2330
The Pentium T2330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 665 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
In PassMark, the Pentium T2310 scores 625 against the Pentium T2330's 665 — a 6.2% lead for the Pentium T2330. Both processors carry 1 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache.
| Feature | Pentium T2310 | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1.46 GHz | 1.6 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| Process | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| PassMark | 625 | 665+6% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 223 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 402 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the PGA478 socket with PCIe 1.1. Both support up to DDR2-667 memory speed. Both support up to 4 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium T2310) vs 4 (Pentium T2330) — the Pentium T2330 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Pentium T2310 | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR2-533 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x is missing (Pentium T2310) vs No (Pentium T2330). Primary use case: Pentium T2310 targets Mobile.
| Feature | Pentium T2310 | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x is missing | No |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
Value Analysis
The Pentium T2310 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Pentium T2330 debuted at $150. At current prices ($14 vs $7), the Pentium T2330 is $7 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium T2310 delivers 44.6 pts/$ vs 95.0 pts/$ for the Pentium T2330 — making the Pentium T2330 the 72.1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium T2310 | Pentium T2330 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $14 | $7-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.6 | 95.0+113% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2007 |
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