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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

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium G3250T is positioned at rank #617 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Pentium G3250T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

10972%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

10367%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

7528%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2268%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1796%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1571%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

900%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

888%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

809%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

809%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

800%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

778%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

767%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

764%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

757%

#283

Ryzen Threadripper 1920

MSRP: $799|Avg: $200

97%

#384

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

MSRP: $3990|Avg: $2850

99%

#385

Celeron G4900

MSRP: $42|Avg: $85

98%

#386

Ryzen Embedded V3C18I

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

98%

#617

Pentium G3250T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $30

100%

#619

Core i5-7640X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $85

100%

#620

Athlon II X3 425e

MSRP: $79|Avg: $58

100%

#621

Athlon II X4 640

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#622

Celeron G540

MSRP: $42|Avg: $10

99%

#624

Core i5-4590

MSRP: $192|Avg: $51

99%

#625

Celeron G440

MSRP: $37|Avg: $5

98%

#628

A8-7670K

MSRP: $118|Avg: $43

97%

#629

Core i3-8350K

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

97%

#630

Core i3-6320

MSRP: $160|Avg: $35

97%

#632

Pentium G3258

MSRP: $75|Avg: $72

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

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. It currently holds Rank #617 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. 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
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#617
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