Athlon 64 X2 5400+ vs Core i5-4302Y
Athlon 64 X2 5400+
Core i5-4302Y
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 64 X2 5400+ is positioned at rank 1091 and the Core i5-4302Y is on rank 201, so the Core i5-4302Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 5400+
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4302Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Core i5-4302Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($78) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Core i5-4302Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($78) | ✅ 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 64 X2 5400+ and Core i5-4302Y
Athlon 64 X2 5400+
The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,585 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-4302Y
The Core i5-4302Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) 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. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,580 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-4302Y's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ versus 2.3 GHz on the Core i5-4302Y — a 19.6% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 X2 5400+. The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ uses the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture (90 nm), while the Core i5-4302Y uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ scores 1,585 against the Core i5-4302Y's 1,580 — a 0.3% lead for the Athlon 64 X2 5400+. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ vs 3 MB on the Core i5-4302Y.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Core i5-4302Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+22% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB |
| Process | 90 nm | 22 nm-76% |
| Architecture | Windsor (2006−2007) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,585 | 1,580 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 676 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,086 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i5-4302Y uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ versus DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4302Y — the Core i5-4302Y supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon 64 X2 5400+) vs 12 (Core i5-4302Y) — the Core i5-4302Y offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM2 (Athlon 64 X2 5400+) and HM86,HM87 (Core i5-4302Y).
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Core i5-4302Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | FCBGA1168 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon 64 X2 5400+) / VT-x / VT-d / EPT (Core i5-4302Y). The Core i5-4302Y includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4200), while the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4302Y targets Productivity.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Core i5-4302Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 4200 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x / VT-d / EPT |
| Target Use | — | Productivity |
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