Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE vs Core i5-13400F
Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE
Core i5-13400F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+19%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE and Core i5-13400F
Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE
The Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,006 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 Gold PRO 3150GE packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 19% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE scores 7,006 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 112.5% lead for the Core i5-13400F. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F.
| Feature | Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 10 / 16+150% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.6 GHz+21% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+32% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 20 MB (total)+400% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 12 nm | Intel 7 nm-42% |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 7,006 | 25,029+257% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 16,211 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,407 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,408 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-13400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2933 on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Core i5-13400F supports 22.2% 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 64 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE) vs 20 (Core i5-13400F) — the Core i5-13400F offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM4 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).
| Feature | Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 192 GB+200% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 20+150% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F). The Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 3), while the Core i5-13400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Vega 3 | — |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE launched at $100 MSRP, while the Core i5-13400F debuted at $196. At current prices ($60 vs $180), the Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE is $120 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE delivers 116.8 pts/$ vs 139.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400F — making the Core i5-13400F the 17.4% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-49% | $196 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-67% | $180 |
| Performance per Dollar | 116.8 | 139.1+19% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2023 |
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