A6-3650 vs Pentium G2140
A6-3650
Pentium G2140
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 Pentium G2140 is on rank 775, so the Pentium G2140 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 Pentium G2140
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-3650 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-3650 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+376%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) |
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 Pentium G2140
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.
Pentium G2140
The Pentium G2140 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,092 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The A6-3650 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium G2140 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A6-3650 has 2 more cores. The A6-3650 is built on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. In PassMark, the A6-3650 scores 2,098 against the Pentium G2140's 2,092 — a 0.3% lead for the A6-3650. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 311 vs 550, a 55.5% lead for the Pentium G2140 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A6-3650 vs 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Pentium G2140.
| Feature | A6-3650 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.3 GHz+27% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | — |
| PassMark | 2,098 | 2,092 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 311 | 550+77% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 920 |
Memory & Platform
The A6-3650 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium G2140 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1866 memory speed. The Pentium G2140 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% 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 H61,B75 (Pentium G2140).
| Feature | A6-3650 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-3650) vs VT-x (Pentium G2140). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6530D (A6-3650) and Intel HD Graphics (Pentium G2140) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-3650 targets Budget Desktop, Pentium G2140 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: A6-3650 rivals Pentium G850.
| Feature | A6-3650 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6530D | Intel HD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The A6-3650 launched at $115 MSRP, while the Pentium G2140 debuted at $100. At current prices ($20 vs $95), the A6-3650 is $75 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A6-3650 delivers 104.9 pts/$ vs 22.0 pts/$ for the Pentium G2140 — making the A6-3650 the 130.6% better value option.
| Feature | A6-3650 | Pentium G2140 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $115 | $100-13% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-79% | $95 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+377% | 22.0 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2013 |
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