3020e vs Core i5-4350U

CPU

GPU

3020e

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2020

Core i5-4350U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

3020e

2 / 2

2,406

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-4350U

2 / 4

2,425

+0.8%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The 3020e is positioned at rank 805 and the Core i5-4350U is on rank 463, so the Core i5-4350U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar 3020e

#793

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1219%

#794

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1202%

#795

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1103%

#796

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1098%

#797

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1088%

#799

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1051%

#800

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1007%

#801

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1006%

#802

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

979%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

100%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

99%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

99%

#811

Celeron B710

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#812

Athlon II Neo K345

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#818

Core i7-8709G

MSRP: $338|Avg: $150

98%

#819

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4350U

#144

Core i7-12650H

MSRP: $457|Avg: N/A

98%

#451

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

605%

#452

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

596%

#453

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

547%

#454

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

545%

#455

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

540%

#457

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

521%

#458

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

500%

#459

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

499%

#460

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

486%

#463

Core i5-4350U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#472

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The 3020e (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	3020e	Core i5-4350U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($25)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Dali (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4350U (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	3020e	Core i5-4350U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($25)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

3020e Benchmark Check

Core i5-4350U Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of 3020e and Core i5-4350U

3020e

The 3020e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,406 points. Launch price was $50.

Core i5-4350U

The Core i5-4350U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,425 points. Launch price was $342.

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Processing Power

The 3020e packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-4350U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the 3020e versus 2.9 GHz on the Core i5-4350U — a 10.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-4350U (base: 1.2 GHz vs 1.4 GHz). The 3020e uses the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-4350U uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the 3020e scores 2,406 against the Core i5-4350U's 2,425 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-4350U. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3020e vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-4350U.

Feature	3020e	Core i5-4350U
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.6 GHz	2.9 GHz+12%
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	1.4 GHz+17%
L3 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Dali (Zen) (2020)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	2,406	2,425
Cinebench R23 Multi	480	—
Geekbench 6 Single	660	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,100	—

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Memory & Platform

The 3020e uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4350U uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	3020e	Core i5-4350U
Socket	FT5	FCBGA1168
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	✅	—
PCIe Lanes	8	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (3020e) / not specified (Core i5-4350U). The 3020e includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (Vega 3)), while the Core i5-4350U requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: 3020e targets Entry Level Laptop. Direct competitor: 3020e rivals Celeron N4020.