CPU·Budget
Pentium G3460T
Intel
PassMark
2,036
MSRP
$69
2007-01-01
35 Watt
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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Overview
The Pentium G3460T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,036 points. Launch price was $69.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium G3460T
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Pentium G3460T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
1080p
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high51 FPS
ultra51 FPS
1440p
low51 FPS
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ultra51 FPS
4k
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high42 FPS
ultra29 FPS
Euro Truck Simulator 2
1080p
low51 FPS
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high51 FPS
ultra51 FPS
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low51 FPS
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ultra51 FPS
4k
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Hearts of Iron IV
1080p
low51 FPS
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ultra51 FPS
1440p
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high51 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high46 FPS
ultra31 FPS
League of Legends
1080p
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high51 FPS
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1440p
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4k
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Left 4 Dead 2
1080p
low51 FPS
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high51 FPS
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1440p
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4k
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Marvel Rivals
1080p
low51 FPS
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high51 FPS
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4k
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Minecraft
1080p
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high51 FPS
ultra39 FPS
1440p
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high51 FPS
ultra33 FPS
4k
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high36 FPS
ultra17 FPS
Naraka: Bladepoint
1080p
low51 FPS
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1440p
low51 FPS
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low51 FPS
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high47 FPS
ultra40 FPS
Path of Exile 2
1080p
low51 FPS
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1440p
low51 FPS
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high51 FPS
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high40 FPS
ultra31 FPS
Rainbow Six Siege
1080p
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high51 FPS
ultra51 FPS
1440p
low51 FPS
medium51 FPS
high51 FPS
ultra39 FPS
4k
low47 FPS
medium38 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra15 FPS
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Pentium G3460T specifications and capabilities.
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Processing Power
The Pentium G3460T is a 2-core / 2-thread processor, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It carries 3 MB of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,036, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Pentium G3460T |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 2C / 2T |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 22 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 3 MB |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 5 GT/s |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 66 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 2,036 |
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Memory & Platform
The Pentium G3460T fits into the LGA1150 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 memory.
| Specification | Pentium G3460T |
|---|---|
| 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 | DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
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Power & Cooling
The Pentium G3460T 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 G3460T |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 35 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 66 °C |
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Value Analysis
At an average price of $69, the Pentium G3460T delivers 30 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2567 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Pentium G3460T |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $69 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $69 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #2567 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2015 |
| 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
General Information
5 specs
| Type | desktop |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $69 |
| Release Date | 2007-01-01 |
| Performance Ranking Position | 2567 |
Technical Specifications
9 specs
Technical Specifications
9 specs
| Cores | 2 |
| Threads | 2 |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB |
| Bus Speed | 5 GT/s |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 3 GHz |
| Process Technology | 22 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 66 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 35 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 32 GB |
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2 Cores4 ThrdMax: 1.6 GHz2017
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4 Cores4 ThrdMax: 3.4 GHz2009
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4 Cores4 ThrdMax: 4.1 GHz2013
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4 Cores4 ThrdMax: 2.1 GHz2010
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4 Cores4 ThrdMax: 3 GHz2015
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Our Recommendation for Pentium G3460T
Suggested pairings based on performance balance
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4 GBCore: 765 MHz2019
Radeon R9 M295X Mac EditionG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 850 MHz2014
QuadroG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 135 MHz1999
Radeon HD 7970M CrossfireG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 850 MHz2012
Quadro T1000 (móvel)G3D Mark: 5,000
4 GBCore: 1395 MHz2019
M1 8-Core GPUG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 1278 MHz2020
GeForce GTX 460 OEMG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 650 MHz2010
GeForce GTX 1630G3D Mark: 4,992
4 GBCore: 1740 MHz2022
Radeon R9 M395G3D Mark: 4,934
2 GBCore: 834 MHz2015
RTXA5000-8QG3D Mark: 4,916
2 GBCore: 1170 MHz2021
FirePro S9050G3D Mark: 4,901
4 GBCore: 900 MHz2014
CMP 30HXG3D Mark: 4,892
2 GBCore: 1530 MHz2021
Recommended (Balanced) (12)
GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q DesignG3D Mark: 9,842
8 GBCore: 1215 MHz2017
GeForce GTX 1060 3GBG3D Mark: 9,815
3 GBCore: 1506 MHz2016
Arc A730MG3D Mark: 9,808
12 GBCore: 1100 MHz2022
Radeon 8040SG3D Mark: 9,756
4 GBCore: 1295 MHz2025
Radeon R9 Fury + Fury XG3D Mark: 9,741
4 GB2015
Radeon RX 6550MG3D Mark: 9,705
4 GBCore: 2000 MHz2023
GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q DesignG3D Mark: 9,674
6 GBCore: 975 MHz2020
GeForce GTX 970G3D Mark: 9,640
4 GBCore: 1050 MHz2014
Radeon RX 6500 XTG3D Mark: 9,603
4 GBCore: 2610 MHz2022
GRID P40-2QG3D Mark: 9,581
4 GBCore: 557 MHz2015
Radeon RX Vega Ryzen 5 5600GTG3D Mark: 9,558
Shared System RAM2020
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High-End (Max Performance) (12)
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Radeon 8060SG3D Mark: 17,989
noneCore: 1295 MHz2025
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24 GBCore: 1440 MHz2018
GeForce GTX 1070 SLIG3D Mark: 17,790
8 GBCore: 1506 MHz2016
GeForce GTX 1070 SLI (móvel)G3D Mark: 17,790
8 GBCore: 1443 MHz2016
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,621
8 GBCore: 1575 MHz2021
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti MobileG3D Mark: 17,621
8 GBCore: 915 MHz2022
Radeon Pro W5700XG3D Mark: 17,591
16 GBCore: 1243 MHz2019
Radeon Pro W6900XG3D Mark: 17,413
32 GBCore: 1825 MHz2021
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,400
8 GBCore: 2310 MHz2023
GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,374
8 GBCore: 2407 MHz2025
Radeon RX 6850M XTG3D Mark: 17,350
12 GBCore: 2321 MHz2022
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