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Overview

The Pentium N3710 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.56 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,386 points. Launch price was $161.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium N3710 is positioned at rank #1115 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 N3710

#1103

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3408%

#1104

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3358%

#1105

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3082%

#1106

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3069%

#1107

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3040%

#1109

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2936%

#1110

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2815%

#1111

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2811%

#1112

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2735%

#1115

Pentium N3710

MSRP: $161|Avg: $50

100%

#1116

Core m3-7Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1117

Pentium 977

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

100%

#1118

Core i7-2715QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $50

99%

#1119

VIA Nano U2250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#1121

Core i5-560M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

98%

#1122

Pentium U5600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

97%

#1123

Core m5-6Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1125

Core i7-610E

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

96%

#1126

Core i5-5350U

MSRP: $315|Avg: N/A

95%

#1127

Core i7-3520M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

95%

#1128

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

95%

#1129

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

95%

#1130

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium N3710 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium N3710 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium N3710 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.56 GHz from a base frequency of 1.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 2 MB of L2 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,386, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pentium N3710
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.56 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Braswell (2015−2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	90 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,386

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium N3710 fits into the FCBGA1170 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Pentium N3710
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Pentium
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1170
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 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium N3710 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 6 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pentium N3710
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	6 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	90 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $50 (MSRP: $161), the Pentium N3710 delivers 28 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1115 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2847 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium N3710
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$161
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$50
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$161
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1115
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2847
Release DateLaunch date	1 April 2016 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2016
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel