Side by side comparison and review of Intel Pentium G3240 and Intel Core i5 2320 (2nd Gen). Compare overall performance, core and thread counts, cache memory, speed, power efficiency, dimensions, socket compatibility and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect CPU. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the processor that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Intel Pentium G3240 | Intel Core i5 2320 (2nd Gen) |
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Product Type | Processor | Processor |
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PROCESSOR | Intel Pentium G3240 | Intel Core i5 2320 (2nd Gen) |
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Type | Intel Pentium G3240 | Intel Core i5 2320 (2nd Gen) |
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ARCHITECTURE |
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Processor Qty | 1 | 1 |
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Compatible Processor Socket | LGA1150 Socket | LGA1155 Socket |
Manufacturing Process | 22 nm | 32 nm |
Thermal Design Power | 54 W | 95 W |
Thermal Specification | 72 °C | 72.6 °C |
PCI Express Revision | 3.0 | 2.0 |
PCI Express Configurations | 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 | - |
PCI Express Lanes Qty | 16 | 16 |
Architecture Features | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Intel Fast Memory Access, Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel AES New Instructions (AES-NI), Thermal Monitoring Technologies |
PERFORMANCE |
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Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Quad-Core |
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Number of Threads | 2 threads | 4 threads |
Clock Speed (Frequency) | 3.1 GHz | 3 GHz |
Max Turbo Speed | - | 3.3 GHz |
64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
CACHE MEMORY |
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Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB |
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Cache Memory Details | Smart Cache - 3 MB | L3 - 6 MB |
Installed Size | 3 MB | 6 MB |
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) | Intel Pentium G3240 | Intel Core i5 2320 (2nd Gen) |
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Type | Intel HD Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 2000 |
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Base Frequency | 350 MHz | 850 MHz |
Max Dynamic Frequency | 1.1 GHz | 1.1 GHz |
Max Supported Memory Size | 1.7 GB | - |
Max Supported Resolution | 1920x1080@60Hz (HDMI), 1920x1200@60Hz (VGA), 2560x1600@60Hz (DP), 2560x1600@60Hz (eDP) | - |
Features | Intel Clear Video HD Technology, Intel Quick Sync Video, Triple Display Capable | Dual Display Capable, Intel FDI, Intel Clear Video HD Technology, InTRU 3D Technology, Intel Quick Sync Video, Intel Insider |
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY | Intel Pentium G3240 | Intel Core i5 2320 (2nd Gen) |
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Compatible Slots | - | 1 x processor - LGA1155 Socket |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Intel Pentium G3240 | Intel Core i5 2320 (2nd Gen) |
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Included Accessories | - | Heat sink |
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Compliant Standards | - | Halogen-free |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years | Limited warranty - 3 years |