Pentium G3260

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Pentium G3260

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Pentium G3260 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,638 Rank: 1159
Rank Name Score Visual
1155 Core i3-2125 4,645
+0.2%
1156 Core i7-2720QM 4,643
+0.1%
1157 Core i5-7300U 4,642
+0.1%
1158 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,639
+0%
1159 Pentium G3260 4,638
1160 Core i5-3340M 4,638
+0%
1161 Core m5-6Y57 4,635
-0.1%
1162 Xeon X5650 4,633
-0.1%
1163 Xeon W3565 4,633
-0.1%
1164 Core i7-970 4,632
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Pentium G3260 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,433 Rank: 1374
Rank Name Score Visual
1370 Phenom II X4 805 4,435
+0%
1371 Core i5-L16G7 4,435
+0%
1372 Athlon X4 840 4,435
+0%
1373 Athlon PRO 3045B 4,434
+0%
1374 Pentium G3260 4,433
1375 A10-7850K 4,433
+0%
1376 Core i7-4600U 4,433
+0%
1377 Core i5-4300U 4,433
+0%
1378 Pentium 4417U 4,433
+0%
1379 Celeron G3930 4,431
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Pentium G3260 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,775 Rank: 1088
Rank Name Score Visual
1084 Core i5-7300U 4,777
+0%
1085 Core i7-3687U 4,777
+0%
1086 Xeon W-2102 4,776
+0%
1087 EPYC 7281 4,775
+0%
1088 Pentium G3260 4,775
1089 Core i7-4500U 4,773
+-0%
1090 Core i7-2600S 4,770
-0.1%
1091 Xeon D-1587 4,769
-0.1%
1092 Core m5-6Y57 4,768
-0.1%
1093 Xeon E5-2623 v4 4,767
-0.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Pentium G3260 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,543 Rank: 1207
Rank Name Score Visual
1203 Phenom II X4 B55 4,544
+0%
1204 Pentium G3450T 4,544
+0%
1205 Core i3-4150T 4,544
+0%
1206 Pentium G3258 4,543
+0%
1207 Pentium G3260 4,543
1208 Core i7-4600U 4,543
+0%
1209 Phenom II X4 B65 4,543
+0%
1210 A10-9620P 4,543
+0%
1211 Phenom II X4 B97 4,543
+0%
1212 Celeron G4930 4,542
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Pentium G3260 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,497 Rank: 1344
Rank Name Score Visual
1340 Pentium 5405U 4,498
+0%
1341 Core i3-7020U 4,498
+0%
1342 Pentium 4415U 4,498
+0%
1343 Pentium G3460 4,497
+0%
1344 Pentium G3260 4,497
1345 Xeon E5507 4,497
+0%
1346 Core i5-3437U 4,497
+0%
1347 Athlon II X3 435 4,497
+0%
1348 A10-9600P 4,497
+0%
1349 A6-3600 4,497
+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Pentium G3260 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,515 Rank: 1296
Rank Name Score Visual
1292 Xeon E5430 4,516
+0%
1293 Core M-5Y51 4,516
+0%
1294 A8-5500B 4,516
+0%
1295 Core i7-2677M 4,515
+0%
1296 Pentium G3260 4,515
1297 Pentium G3420 4,515
+0%
1298 Phenom II X4 B55 4,515
+0%
1299 Phenom II X4 B50 4,515
+0%
1300 Xeon E5506 4,515
+0%
1301 Core M-5Y71 4,515
+0%

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Pentium G3260 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Pentium G3260 remains a niche entry in the CPU market, primarily serving as a budget-friendly option for basic computing tasks. Positioned well below the performance tier of modern processors, it competes with older mobile and low-power desktop chips, such as the Core i5-4350U and FX-8800P, both of which deliver marginally better performance. Its overall score of 4638 places it at #1159 among 2060 CPUs, indicating it's well behind contemporary offerings but still holds relevance in legacy systems or entry-level builds.

The Pentium G3260 is built on Intel's 22 nm process and features a dual-core design with two threads, operating at a base frequency of 3.3 GHz and a turbo frequency of 3.2 GHz. Despite its name suggesting a more powerful processor, the G3260 lacks Hyper-Threading and advanced features like AVX-512, limiting its scalability. It supports DDR3-1333 memory with a maximum capacity of 32 GB and operates within a 53 W TDP, making it suitable for low-power desktops with adequate cooling. The processor uses the FCLGA1150 socket, ensuring compatibility with select 2nd and 3rd generation Intel platforms.

Integrated graphics are provided by Intel HD Graphics, which runs at a base frequency of 350 MHz and can boost up to 1100 MHz. This GPU supports up to three displays and is adequate for light multimedia tasks, basic video playback, and non-demanding applications. However, it falls far short of modern integrated solutions found in newer Intel or AMD platforms. The processor supports a range of Intel-specific technologies, including AES-NI for encryption, AVX2 for enhanced vector processing, and VT-x for virtualization, though it lacks ECC memory support despite having some vPro features.

In benchmark testing, the G3260 achieves a single-core score of 4775, ranking #1087, and a multicore score of 4433, placing it at #1374. These results suggest that while the single-core performance is relatively competitive for its age, the lack of multi-threading severely limits its ability to handle workloads that benefit from parallel processing. The processor’s passmark scores—4543 for number crunching and 4497 for data processing—further confirm its positioning as a low-to-mid-tier performer.

Overall, the Pentium G3260 is best suited for basic office use, web browsing, and light multimedia consumption. It is not ideal for gaming, content creation, or multitasking-intensive environments. While it remains a cost-effective option for older systems or minimal computing needs, users seeking higher performance should consider more modern processors from both Intel and AMD, particularly those with higher core counts, improved architectures, and support for faster memory and modern instruction sets.
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Intel Pentium G3260

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Pentium G3260
Model Number: G3260
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 3300 MHz
Socket: FCLGA1150
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 53 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3-1333, DDR3L-1333 @ 1.5V
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 21.3 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: Up to 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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