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Overview

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.

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 Core i5-3340

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

227%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

180%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

158%

Xeon E5-2618L v4

MSRP: $779|Avg: $33

133%

Celeron G1630

MSRP: $42|Avg: $5

121%

Pentium G2010

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

116%

Core i3-550

MSRP: $138|Avg: $5

115%

#10

Pentium G2030T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $5

113%

#11

Athlon II X3 425

MSRP: $79|Avg: $5

113%

#12

Core i5-2400S

MSRP: $135|Avg: $10

113%

#13

Celeron G1830

MSRP: $52|Avg: $5

110%

#14

Core i3-540

MSRP: $133|Avg: $5

110%

#15

Celeron G1610

MSRP: $42|Avg: $5

109%

#16

Core i5-2310

MSRP: $177|Avg: $12

108%

#17

Core i3-4130T

MSRP: $124|Avg: $10

102%

#18

Core i5-3340

MSRP: $182|Avg: $15

100%

#19

Pentium G640

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

97%

#20

Core i3-6300T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $15

94%

#21

Core i5-680

MSRP: $294|Avg: $10

92%

#22

Ryzen 7 1700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

92%

#23

Core i3-3240T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $8

92%

#24

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

90%

#25

Core i5-3570T

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

89%

#26

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

89%

#27

Athlon X4 845

MSRP: $70|Avg: $15

89%

#28

Pentium E6700

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

86%

#29

Pentium G2130

MSRP: $75|Avg: $8

85%

#30

Athlon X4 950

MSRP: $58|Avg: $15

84%

#31

Phenom II X4 B97

MSRP: $100|Avg: $11

82%

#32

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

81%

#33

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

81%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-3340 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-3340 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-3340 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.3 GHz from a base frequency of 3.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,249, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i5-3340
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.1 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	5 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	67 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	4,249

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-3340 fits into the LGA1155 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600 memory.

Specification	Core i5-3340
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1155
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-3340 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 77 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i5-3340
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	77 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	67 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $182), the Core i5-3340 delivers 283 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1980 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-3340
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$182
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1980
Release DateLaunch date	1 July 2013 (12 years ago)
Release Year	2013
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

5 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	1 July 2013 (12 years ago)
Performance Ranking Position	1980

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores	4
Threads	4
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed	5 GT/s
Max Frequency	3.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.1 GHz
Process Technology	22 nm
Max Core Temperature	67 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-