Athlon II Neo K125 vs Core i5-13400F

Athlon II Neo K125

1 Cores1 Thrd1 WWMax: 1.7 GHz2010

Core i5-13400F

10 Cores16 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon II Neo K125

1 / 1

1,491

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-13400F

10 / 16

25,029

+1578.7%

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 Neo K125 is positioned at rank #982 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 Neo K125

#970

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1968%

#971

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1939%

#972

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1780%

#973

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1772%

#974

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1756%

#976

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1696%

#977

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1626%

#978

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1623%

#979

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1579%

#982

Athlon II Neo K125

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#986

Pro A8-8600B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#991

Pentium 8500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

97%

#992

A6-8500P

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16

97%

#994

Core i7-4700EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $180

96%

#995

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

96%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

94%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F

#66

Ryzen 7 5700

MSRP: $179|Avg: $164

107%

#67

Ryzen 5 PRO 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $90

107%

#68

Ryzen 3 4100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

106%

#69

Ryzen 9 9900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $370

106%

#70

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

105%

#71

Core i5-14490F

MSRP: $209|Avg: $190

105%

#72

Core i5-12600KF

MSRP: $264|Avg: $190

104%

#73

Core i5-13600KF

MSRP: $249|Avg: $258

104%

#74

Ryzen 5 5500GT

MSRP: $125|Avg: $130

104%

#75

Ryzen 7 1700

MSRP: $140|Avg: $185

76%

#75

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G

MSRP: $309|Avg: $140

104%

#76

Ryzen 7 7700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

103%

#77

Ryzen 9 5900XT

MSRP: $349|Avg: $311

102%

#78

Core i5-12500

MSRP: $212|Avg: $140

101%

#79

Core i5-14600K

MSRP: $329|Avg: $275

101%

#80

Ryzen 7 7700

MSRP: $329|Avg: $246

101%

#81

Core i5-13400F

MSRP: $196|Avg: $180

100%

#82

Core i3-12100T

MSRP: $125|Avg: $90

100%

#83

Core i7-11700F

MSRP: $298|Avg: $150

100%

#84

Core i3-10105F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $65

99%

#85

Core i5-9400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $60

98%

#86

Core i7-12700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $250

98%

#87

Core i5-12490F

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

98%

#88

Ryzen 5 5600GT

MSRP: $140|Avg: $150

97%

#89

Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G

MSRP: $146|Avg: $146

97%

#90

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

97%

#91

Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G

MSRP: $209|Avg: $120

96%

#92

Ryzen 5 8600G

MSRP: $229|Avg: $190

96%

#93

Core i7-13700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $350

94%

#94

Ryzen 7 9700X

MSRP: $359|Avg: $285

94%

#95

Ryzen 9 7900

MSRP: $429|Avg: $370

94%

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 Core i5-13400F (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR5, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Athlon II Neo K125	Core i5-13400F
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Geneva (2010) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Athlon II Neo K125 (2010) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Athlon II Neo K125	Core i5-13400F
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+833%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)

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 Neo K125 Benchmark Check

Core i5-13400F Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Athlon II Neo K125 and Core i5-13400F

Athlon II Neo K125

The Athlon II Neo K125 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Geneva (2010) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.7 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: 1,491 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.

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Processing Power

The Athlon II Neo K125 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 1.7 GHz on the Athlon II Neo K125 versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 92.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F. The Athlon II Neo K125 uses the Geneva (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II Neo K125 scores 1,491 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 177.5% lead for the Core i5-13400F.

Feature	Athlon II Neo K125	Core i5-13400F
Cores / Threads	1 / 1	10 / 16+900%
Boost Clock	1.7 GHz	4.6 GHz+171%
Base Clock	—	2.5 GHz
L3 Cache	—	20 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.25 MB (per core)+25%
Process	45 nm	Intel 7 nm-84%
Architecture	Geneva (2010)	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)
PassMark	1,491	25,029+1579%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	16,211
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,407
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	11,408

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon II Neo K125 uses the S1 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 DDR3-800 on the Athlon II Neo K125 versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Core i5-13400F supports 50% 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. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II Neo K125) vs 20 (Core i5-13400F) — the Core i5-13400F offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD ASB2 (Athlon II Neo K125) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).

Feature	Athlon II Neo K125	Core i5-13400F
Socket	S1	LGA1700
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 5.0+150%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-800	DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+67%
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB	192 GB+4700%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	20

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Athlon II Neo K125) / 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 II Neo K125	Core i5-13400F
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Gaming

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Value Analysis

The Athlon II Neo K125 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Core i5-13400F debuted at $196. At current prices ($100 vs $180), the Athlon II Neo K125 is $80 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II Neo K125 delivers 14.9 pts/$ vs 139.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400F — making the Core i5-13400F the 161.3% better value option.