Athlon 64 TF-20 vs Core i5-13400F
Athlon 64 TF-20
Core i5-13400F
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. The Athlon 64 TF-20 is positioned at rank #790 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 TF-20
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 TF-20 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sherman (2009) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 TF-20 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+12%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Athlon 64 TF-20 and Core i5-13400F
Athlon 64 TF-20
The Athlon 64 TF-20 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Sherman (2009) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1g1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,245 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
Processing Power
The Athlon 64 TF-20 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 9 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Athlon 64 TF-20 versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 96.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F. The Athlon 64 TF-20 uses the Sherman (2009) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 TF-20 scores 1,245 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 181% lead for the Core i5-13400F.
| Feature | Athlon 64 TF-20 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 10 / 16+900% |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 4.6 GHz+187% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 20 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 65 nm | Intel 7 nm-89% |
| Architecture | Sherman (2009) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 1,245 | 25,029+1910% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 16,211 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,407 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,408 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 TF-20 uses the S1g1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-13400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Athlon 64 TF-20 versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Core i5-13400F supports 85.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 191.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: Socket S1 (Athlon 64 TF-20) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).
| Feature | Athlon 64 TF-20 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1g1 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+150% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 192 GB+4700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Athlon 64 TF-20) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F). Primary use case: Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Athlon 64 TF-20 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Athlon 64 TF-20 launched at $50 MSRP, while the Core i5-13400F debuted at $196. At current prices ($10 vs $180), the Athlon 64 TF-20 is $170 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon 64 TF-20 delivers 124.5 pts/$ vs 139.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400F — making the Core i5-13400F the 11% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon 64 TF-20 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-74% | $196 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-94% | $180 |
| Performance per Dollar | 124.5 | 139.1+12% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2023 |
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