CPU
GPU
Athlon 5150
Core i5-2467M
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 Athlon 5150 is positioned at rank 314 and the Core i5-2467M is on rank 729, so the Athlon 5150 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 5150
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2467M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 5150 | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($21) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 5150 | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($21) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Athlon 5150 and Core i5-2467M
Athlon 5150
The Athlon 5150 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,415 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-2467M
The Core i5-2467M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,410 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Athlon 5150 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-2467M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon 5150 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Athlon 5150 versus 2.3 GHz on the Core i5-2467M — a 35.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-2467M. The Athlon 5150 uses the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-2467M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 5150 scores 1,415 against the Core i5-2467M's 1,410 — a 0.4% lead for the Athlon 5150.
| Feature | Athlon 5150 | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.3 GHz+44% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-13% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kabini (2013−2014) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,415 | 1,410 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 5150 uses the AM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-2467M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Athlon 5150 versus 1333 on the Core i5-2467M — the Athlon 5150 supports 18.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (Athlon 5150) vs 2 (Core i5-2467M). PCIe lanes: 4 (Athlon 5150) vs 16 (Core i5-2467M) — the Core i5-2467M offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM1 (Athlon 5150) and HM65,HM67,QM67,QS57,QS67,UM67 (Core i5-2467M).
| Feature | Athlon 5150 | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM1 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+20% | 1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support true virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R3 Graphics (Athlon 5150) and Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i5-2467M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Athlon 5150 rivals Pentium J2900; Core i5-2467M rivals Core i5-2410M.
| Feature | Athlon 5150 | Core i5-2467M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R3 Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
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