Intel Pentium G3240
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 2C / 4T
Clock: 3.1 - 3.1 GHz
Socket: LGA1150
TDP: 53W
Price: $121.13 from Newegg
Intel Pentium G3240
Cores
2C / 4T
Clock
3.1 - 3.1 GHz
Socket
LGA1150
TDP
53W
Best price from Newegg
$121.13
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Overview
The Intel Pentium G3240 brings 2 cores and 4 threads. It drops into the LGA1150 socket with a 53W TDP — about 26.5W per core. Clocks span 3.1GHz base to 3.1GHz boost. 3MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. At $121.13 it sits in the budget processor bracket. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and adds the part's price to your build total. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 53 W |
| CPU Cores | 2 |
| Socket | LGA1150 |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB |
| Threads | 4 |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Haswell Refresh |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics |
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