3020e
VS
Pentium P6200

3020e vs Pentium P6200

AMD

3020e

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2020
VS
Intel

Pentium P6200

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 0.13 GHz2010

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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 Pentium P6200 is on rank 557, so the Pentium P6200 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 Pentium P6200

#176
Core i9-13900HK
MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A
98%
#545
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
735%
#546
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
725%
#547
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
665%
#548
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
662%
#549
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
656%
#551
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
634%
#552
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
608%
#553
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
607%
#554
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
590%
#557
Pentium P6200
MSRP: $60|Avg: $25
100%
#572
A10-9600P
MSRP: $128|Avg: $50
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 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.
Insight3020ePentium P6200
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
✨ Modern (Dali (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium P6200 (2010) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
Insight3020ePentium P6200
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of 3020e and Pentium P6200

AMD

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.

Intel

Pentium P6200

The Pentium P6200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.13 GHz, with boost up to 0.13 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,394 points. Launch price was $60.

Processing Power

Both the 3020e and Pentium P6200 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the 3020e versus 0.13 GHz on the Pentium P6200 — a 181% clock advantage for the 3020e (base: 1.2 GHz vs 2.13 GHz). The 3020e uses the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium P6200 uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the 3020e scores 2,406 against the Pentium P6200's 2,394 — a 0.5% lead for the 3020e. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 660 vs 200, a 107% lead for the 3020e that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,100 vs 400 (93.3% advantage for the 3020e). L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3020e vs 3 MB (total) on the Pentium P6200.

Feature3020ePentium P6200
Cores / Threads
2 / 2
2 / 2
Boost Clock
2.6 GHz+1900%
0.13 GHz
Base Clock
1.2 GHz
2.13 GHz+78%
L3 Cache
4 MB+33%
3 MB (total)
L2 Cache
1 MB+300%
256K (per core)
Process
14 nm-56%
32 nm
Architecture
Dali (Zen) (2020)
Arrandale (2010−2011)
PassMark
2,406
2,394
Cinebench R23 Multi
480
Geekbench 6 Single
660+230%
200
Geekbench 6 Multi
1,100+175%
400
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Memory & Platform

The 3020e uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium P6200 uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the 3020e versus DDR3-1066 on the Pentium P6200 — the 3020e supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The 3020e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (3020e) vs 16 (Pentium P6200) — the Pentium P6200 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature3020ePentium P6200
Socket
FT5
PGA988
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+50%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-2400+33%
DDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity
32 GB+300%
8 GB
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
8
16+100%
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (3020e) vs None (Pentium P6200). Both include integrated graphics Radeon Graphics (Vega 3) (3020e) and Intel HD Graphics (Pentium P6200) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: 3020e targets Entry Level Laptop, Pentium P6200 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: 3020e rivals Celeron N4020.

Feature3020ePentium P6200
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Radeon Graphics (Vega 3)
Intel HD Graphics
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
None
Target Use
Entry Level Laptop
Legacy Laptop
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Value Analysis

The 3020e launched at $100 MSRP, while the Pentium P6200 debuted at $60. At current prices ($25 vs $25), the Pentium P6200 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the 3020e delivers 96.2 pts/$ vs 95.8 pts/$ for the Pentium P6200 — making the 3020e the 0.5% better value option.

Feature3020ePentium P6200
MSRP
$100
$60-40%
Avg Price (30d)
$25
$25
Performance per Dollar
96.2
95.8
Release Date
2020
2010