Athlon II N350 vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D

Athlon II N350

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2010

Ryzen 9 7950X3D

16 Cores32 Thrd120 WWMax: 5.7 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon II N350

2 / 2

1,045

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen 9 7950X3D

16 / 32

62,323

+5863.9%

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

Ryzen 9 7900

Ryzen AI Max+ 395

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX

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 II N350 is positioned at rank #1067 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon II N350

#1055

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2808%

#1056

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2767%

#1057

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2540%

#1058

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2528%

#1059

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2505%

#1061

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2419%

#1062

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2320%

#1063

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2316%

#1064

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2254%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

99%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

98%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1075

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

98%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

96%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7950X3D

#87

Core i5-12490F

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

106%

#88

Ryzen 5 5600GT

MSRP: $140|Avg: $150

106%

#89

Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G

MSRP: $146|Avg: $146

105%

#90

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

105%

#91

Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G

MSRP: $209|Avg: $120

104%

#92

Ryzen 5 8600G

MSRP: $229|Avg: $190

104%

#93

Core i7-13700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $350

102%

#94

Ryzen 7 9700X

MSRP: $359|Avg: $285

102%

#95

Ryzen 9 7900

MSRP: $429|Avg: $370

102%

#96

Core Ultra 5 235T

MSRP: $247|Avg: $247

101%

#97

Ryzen 9 5950X

MSRP: $799|Avg: $350

101%

#98

Ryzen 9 7900X3D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $389

101%

#99

Core i5-14400F

MSRP: $196|Avg: $199

101%

#100

Core i5-14400

MSRP: $221|Avg: $197

100%

#101

Core i5-13400

MSRP: $221|Avg: $185

100%

#102

Ryzen 9 7950X3D

MSRP: $699|Avg: $486

100%

#103

Core i5-11600

MSRP: $213|Avg: $140

100%

#104

Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G

MSRP: $259|Avg: $160

100%

#105

Core i9-12900K

MSRP: $589|Avg: $322

100%

#106

Ryzen 7 5800XT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $219

100%

#107

Core i5-10400F

MSRP: $160|Avg: $102

100%

#108

Core i9-12900KF

MSRP: $564|Avg: $320

100%

#109

Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE

MSRP: $209|Avg: $120

100%

#110

Ryzen 5 4600GE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $125

99%

#111

Core i5-10500T

MSRP: $226|Avg: $80

99%

#112

Core i5-14600

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

99%

#113

Core i7-14700F

MSRP: $359|Avg: $330

98%

#114

Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G

MSRP: $89|Avg: $52

97%

#115

Core i9-14900K

MSRP: $589|Avg: $469

97%

#116

Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE

MSRP: $146|Avg: $146

97%

#117

Core i7-13790F

MSRP: $392|Avg: $350

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 9 7950X3D (2023) utilizes 5 nm, 6 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Athlon II N350	Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($486)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Champlain (2010−2011) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Athlon II N350 (2010) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Athlon II N350	Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1127%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($486)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Athlon II N350 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 9 7950X3D Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Athlon II N350 and Ryzen 9 7950X3D

Athlon II N350

The Athlon II N350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,045 points. Launch price was $149.

Ryzen 9 7950X3D

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,323 points. Launch price was $699.

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Processing Power

The Athlon II N350 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 14 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Athlon II N350 versus 5.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — a 81.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. The Athlon II N350 uses the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II N350 scores 1,045 against the Ryzen 9 7950X3D's 62,323 — a 193.4% lead for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 210 vs 2,926, a 173.2% lead for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 400 vs 19,643 (192% advantage for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D).

Feature	Athlon II N350	Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	16 / 32+700%
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz	5.7 GHz+138%
Base Clock	—	4.2 GHz
L3 Cache	—	128 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB (per core)
Process	45 nm	5 nm, 6 nm-89%
Architecture	Champlain (2010−2011)	Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
PassMark	1,045	62,323+5864%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	38,581
Geekbench 6 Single	210	2,926+1293%
Geekbench 6 Multi	400	19,643+4811%

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon II N350 uses the S1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Athlon II N350 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 9 7950X3D supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II N350) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D) — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: RS880M,SB850 (Athlon II N350) and AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650 (Ryzen 9 7950X3D).

Feature	Athlon II N350	Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Socket	S1	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 5.0+150%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1066	DDR5-5200+67%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	128 GB+1500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	28

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 9 7950X3D supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon II N350) vs true (Ryzen 9 7950X3D). The Ryzen 9 7950X3D includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Athlon II N350 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon II N350 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Athlon II N350 rivals Pentium P6100; Ryzen 9 7950X3D rivals Core i9-13900K.

Feature	Athlon II N350	Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon Graphics
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	AMD-V	true
Target Use	Legacy Laptop	—

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Value Analysis

The Athlon II N350 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D debuted at $699. At current prices ($100 vs $486), the Athlon II N350 is $386 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II N350 delivers 10.4 pts/$ vs 128.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — making the Ryzen 9 7950X3D the 169.9% better value option.