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