Intel Core i3-10110Y vs Intel Pentium G4600T Comparison

This comparison pairs two dual-core, four-thread Intel parts that target very different corners of the market. The Core i3-10110Y is a 14 nm Comet Lake-Y mobile chip built for a 9 W envelope, while the Pentium G4600T is a 14 nm Kaby Lake desktop part rated at 35 W. Both sit at the same 24th percentile among all CPUs in the database, and their averaged benchmark scores are close: 908 for the i3-10110Y versus 895 for the Pentium G4600T. The recorded data shows a consistent, though narrow, edge for the mobile chip across every Cinebench test run. The i3-10110Y wins all five head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 1.1% to 1.5%. That is a tight spread, but the direction is uniform, so the analysis can focus on what the numbers mean for real workloads rather than on any dramatic separation.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark suite covers five Cinebench iterations, both single-core and multi-core. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i3-10110Y scores 265 against the Pentium G4600T’s 262, a 1.1% lead. Moving to Cinebench R20 multi-core, the i3-10110Y posts 1108 while the Pentium G4600T records 1092, widening the gap slightly to 1.5%. The same pattern appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core: the i3-10110Y reaches 2640, the Pentium G4600T ends at 2602, again a 1.5% advantage. For single-core workloads, Cinebench R20 gives the i3-10110Y a 156 score versus 154 for the Pentium G4600T, a 1.3% edge. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i3-10110Y scores 372 and the Pentium G4600T scores 367, a 1.4% lead.

These deltas are small in absolute terms. A 1.5% difference in a rendering benchmark is unlikely to be perceptible in everyday use. But the consistency matters. The i3-10110Y wins every single test, so there is no scenario in this benchmark set where the Pentium G4600T comes out ahead. The largest margin, 1.5%, appears in both R20 and R23 multi-core tests, suggesting the mobile chip’s advantage holds steady even as the workload scales. The single-core tests show a slightly smaller but still positive margin, which is notable because the Pentium G4600T has a much higher base clock (3.00 GHz) versus the i3-10110Y’s 1.00 GHz base. The i3-10110Y’s boost clock reaches 4.00 GHz, which explains how it compensates for the low base frequency.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this picture. The i3-10110Y’s average is 908, while the Pentium G4600T’s is 895. That 13-point gap places the i3-10110Y in the same performance tier as its nearest rivals: the Intel Core i3-4330T and AMD Ryzen 3 3250U both average 908, and the AMD A10-7860K sits at 904 with a 0.4% delta. The Pentium G4600T’s nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-5300U at 895, the AMD PRO A10-8770E at 895, and the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U at 893. Both CPUs land within a narrow band of desktop and mobile parts from their respective eras, so the head-to-head result is best described as a marginal but decisive win for the i3-10110Y.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different Intel generations and serve different platforms. The i3-10110Y uses the Comet Lake architecture, specifically the Comet Lake-Y variant, and is built on Intel’s 14 nm process. The Pentium G4600T uses the older Kaby Lake architecture, also on 14 nm. Both are manufactured by Intel, but the node maturity and design priorities differ. Comet Lake-Y is a low-power mobile design, evidenced by its 9 W TDP, while Kaby Lake desktop parts like the G4600T carry a 35 W TDP. That 26 W difference explains why the Pentium G4600T can sustain a 3.00 GHz base clock with no boost clock listed, whereas the i3-10110Y needs a 1.00 GHz base clock and a 4.00 GHz boost to achieve its performance.

Cache configurations diverge as well. Both chips have 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core. The shared L3 cache differs: the i3-10110Y has 4 MB, while the Pentium G4600T has 3 MB. That extra 1 MB of L3 cache on the i3-10110Y likely contributes to its small but consistent benchmark lead, particularly in multi-threaded tests where data reuse matters. In terms of memory support, the i3-10110Y only lists DDR3 support with no memory bus or bandwidth figures. The Pentium G4600T supports DDR4 with a dual-channel memory bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The Pentium G4600T also has explicit PCIe support: Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The i3-10110Y has no PCIe details in the database.

The integrated graphics also differ. The i3-10110Y pairs with UHD Graphics, while the Pentium G4600T uses Intel HD 630. Neither chip supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The sockets are completely different: the i3-10110Y uses Intel BGA 1440, which is soldered to the motherboard, while the Pentium G4600T uses Intel Socket 1151, a standard LGA socket for desktop builds. The release dates show a two-year gap: the i3-10110Y launched on August 20, 2019, and the Pentium G4600T launched on January 2, 2017. Both remain active in production status, so neither is end-of-life.

The part number for the Pentium G4600T is SR35R, while the i3-10110Y has no part number listed. The market segments are clearly split: the i3-10110Y is a mobile part, and the Pentium G4600T is a desktop part. This architectural context matters because the benchmark scores are nearly identical despite very different power envelopes and platform requirements. The i3-10110Y achieves its results with a fraction of the power budget, while the Pentium G4600T relies on a higher sustained clock speed and a more generous thermal headroom.

The Verdict

Based solely on the recorded data, the Intel Core i3-10110Y is the faster processor in every benchmark test. It wins all five head-to-head comparisons, with margins between 1.1% and 1.5%. Its average benchmark score of 908 is higher than the Pentium G4600T’s 895. The i3-10110Y also offers more L3 cache (4 MB versus 3 MB), a higher boost clock (4.00 GHz versus no boost clock), and a dramatically lower TDP (9 W versus 35 W). For anyone comparing raw performance per watt, the i3-10110Y is the clear choice.

However, the Pentium G4600T is not without its own strengths. It has a much higher base clock (3.00 GHz versus 1.00 GHz), which means it does not rely on boost behavior to reach its performance. It supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel operation and a stated bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, while the i3-10110Y only lists DDR3 support. The Pentium G4600T also has PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, which is useful for desktop expansion options. The socket, Intel Socket 1151, is a standard desktop platform, whereas the i3-10110Y’s BGA 1440 is a soldered mobile package.

The data does not support a claim that one chip is overwhelmingly better. The margins are too small. But the data does support a platform-based decision. If the use case is a low-power mobile device, the i3-10110Y is the only option that fits. If the use case is a desktop build with DDR4 memory and PCIe expansion, the Pentium G4600T is the appropriate part. In a pure performance comparison, the i3-10110Y wins every test, but the practical differences are minimal.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-10110Y has an average benchmark score of 908, while the Intel Pentium G4600T averages 895.

Q: How much faster is the i3-10110Y in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the i3-10110Y scores 2640 versus 2602 for the Pentium G4600T, a 1.5% advantage.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The i3-10110Y has a TDP of 9 W, while the Pentium G4600T has a TDP of 35 W.

Q: Do both CPUs have the same number of cores and threads?

A: Yes, both have 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Which CPU supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Pentium G4600T supports DDR4 with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The i3-10110Y only lists DDR3 support.

Q: What is the L3 cache size on each chip?

A: The i3-10110Y has 4 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Pentium G4600T has 3 MB.

Where Each One Wins

The i3-10110Y wins on every benchmark test in the head-to-head comparison. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it leads by 1.1%. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, it leads by 1.5%. In Cinebench R20 single-core, it leads by 1.3%. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it leads by 1.5%. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it leads by 1.4%. That is a clean sweep across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The i3-10110Y also wins on power efficiency, with a 9 W TDP versus 35 W, and on L3 cache capacity, with 4 MB versus 3 MB. The boost clock of 4.00 GHz gives it a clear frequency advantage when turbo is active.

The Pentium G4600T wins on platform features rather than raw performance. Its base clock of 3.00 GHz is three times higher than the i3-10110Y’s 1.00 GHz, which means it delivers consistent performance without relying on boost states. It supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel operation and a rated bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, while the i3-10110Y only lists DDR3. The Pentium G4600T has PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, which is not listed for the i3-10110Y. Its socket, Intel Socket 1151, is a standard desktop interface, whereas the i3-10110Y uses the soldered BGA 1440. The Pentium G4600T also has a higher base frequency, which can be advantageous in workloads that do not trigger boost behavior or that run for extended periods where sustained clocks matter more than peak clocks.

In practical terms, the i3-10110Y is the winner for fanless or ultra-portable systems where power draw and heat are the primary constraints. The Pentium G4600T is the winner for budget desktop builds where memory bandwidth, PCIe expansion, and a standard socket are more important than a 1.5% benchmark edge. The data shows that the i3-10110Y is the faster chip, but the Pentium G4600T offers better platform compatibility for desktop users. The choice comes down to the physical platform, not the performance gap.