Intel Core i3-7100T vs Intel Pentium G4560

The Intel Core i3-7100T and the Intel Pentium G4560 are both seventh-generation desktop processors (Kaby Lake S), manufactured using the 14 nm process.

The Intel Core i3-7100T targets energy-efficient mainstream systems, while the Intel Pentium G4560 addresses the budget segment. Both support PCIe 3.0 and offer a maximum memory bandwidth of 38 GB/s. The Intel Core i3-7100T features 2 cores, 4 threads, and 3 MB of Level 3 Cache.

Its integrated graphics unit is the Intel HD Graphics 630. In Geekbench 6, it shows over 10 percent higher single-core and multi-core performance than the Intel Pentium G4560. However, its Cinebench R23 single-core performance is very similar. The "T" suffix indicates its optimized energy consumption.

The Intel Pentium G4560 also offers 2 cores and 4 threads through Hyper-Threading, which made it attractive for its class. It has 1 MB of Level 2 and 3 MB of Level 3 Cache, with Intel HD Graphics 610. Although its Geekbench 6 performance is lower, its Cinebench R23 single-core performance is close to the Intel Core i3-7100T; its multi-core performance in Cinebench R23 is well-known.

For gaming, both CPUs are only conditionally suitable; the Intel Core i3-7100T offers a marginal advantage with its more powerful integrated graphics. It is recommended for office, multimedia, and energy-efficient builds. The Intel Pentium G4560 was a price-performance winner and remains a good choice for budget-conscious entry-level systems or HTPCs.