A6-3650 vs Athlon II X4 631
A6-3650
Athlon II X4 631
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 A6-3650 is positioned at rank 832 and the Athlon II X4 631 is on rank 651, so the Athlon II X4 631 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A6-3650
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 631
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-3650 | Athlon II X4 631 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-3650 | Athlon II X4 631 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+35%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A6-3650 and Athlon II X4 631
A6-3650
The A6-3650 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,098 points. Launch price was $70.
Athlon II X4 631
The Athlon II X4 631 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,118 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the A6-3650 and Athlon II X4 631 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the A6-3650 versus 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 631 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). Both are built on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture using a 32 nm process. In PassMark, the A6-3650 scores 2,098 against the Athlon II X4 631's 2,118 — a 0.9% lead for the Athlon II X4 631. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | A6-3650 | Athlon II X4 631 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 2,098 | 2,118 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 311 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the FM1 socket with PCIe 2.0. Both support up to DDR3-1866 memory speed. The Athlon II X4 631 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75 (A6-3650) and AMD FM1 (Athlon II X4 631).
| Feature | A6-3650 | Athlon II X4 631 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | FM1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 64 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A6-3650) / not specified (Athlon II X4 631). The A6-3650 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6530D), while the Athlon II X4 631 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-3650 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: A6-3650 rivals Pentium G850.
| Feature | A6-3650 | Athlon II X4 631 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6530D | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The A6-3650 launched at $115 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 631 debuted at $80. At current prices ($20 vs $15), the Athlon II X4 631 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A6-3650 delivers 104.9 pts/$ vs 141.2 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 631 — making the Athlon II X4 631 the 29.5% better value option.
| Feature | A6-3650 | Athlon II X4 631 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $115 | $80-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $15-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9 | 141.2+35% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2011 |
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