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Overview

The Pentium G3250T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,818 points. Launch price was $46.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium G3250T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium G3250T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium G3250T is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 3 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,818, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium G3250T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Haswell (2013−2015)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	3 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	177 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,400 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	5 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,818

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium G3250T fits into the LGA1150 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium G3250T
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1150
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium G3250T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium G3250T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $64), the Pentium G3250T delivers 61 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2664 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium G3250T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$64
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$30
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$46
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2664
Release DateLaunch date	21 July 2014 (11 years ago)
Release Year	2014
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

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

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$46
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	21 July 2014 (11 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Haswell (2013−2015)
Performance Ranking Position	2664

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	177 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)
Bus Speed	5 GT/s
Max Frequency	2.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.8 GHz
Transistor Count	1,400 million
Process Technology	22 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	72 °C