Athlon II X3 415e vs Pentium M 735

CPU

GPU

Athlon II X3 415e

3 Cores3 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.5 GHz2010

Pentium M 735

1 Cores1 Thrd21 WWMax: 1.7 GHz2004

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon II X3 415e

3 / 3

1,481

+1.5%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Pentium M 735

1 / 1

1,459

0.0%

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 II X3 415e is positioned at rank 798 and the Pentium M 735 is on rank 1207, so the Athlon II X3 415e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 X3 415e

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

15783%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

14913%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10828%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3262%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2584%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2260%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1295%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1278%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1163%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1163%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1150%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1119%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1104%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1099%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1089%

#294

Core i9-7920X

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $236

99%

#798

Athlon II X3 415e

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

100%

#799

Core i5-2300

MSRP: $177|Avg: $17

99%

#800

Core i7-4820K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $40

99%

#802

Core i7-3770K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $75

99%

#803

Core i5-4460T

MSRP: $187|Avg: $30

99%

#804

Core i3-3220

MSRP: $117|Avg: $88

98%

#805

Core i7-3770T

MSRP: $278|Avg: $105

98%

#807

Pentium G620

MSRP: $64|Avg: $12

98%

#808

Core i5-7442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

98%

#809

Pentium G645T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

98%

#812

Core i3-3250T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

97%

#813

Core i5-5575R

MSRP: $265|Avg: $50

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 735

#1195

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

5915%

#1196

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

5829%

#1197

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

5351%

#1198

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

5327%

#1199

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

5278%

#1201

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

5097%

#1202

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4887%

#1203

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4879%

#1204

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4748%

#1207

Pentium M 735

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

100%

#1208

Core i7-620LM

MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A

98%

#1209

Core i7-740QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1211

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

96%

#1212

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

96%

#1213

Celeron U3600

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

94%

#1216

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

93%

#1217

Core i5-2537M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

92%

#1218

Core i7-720QM

MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A

92%

#1219

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

90%

#1220

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

89%

#1221

Z-01

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

87%

#1222

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

84%

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 Athlon II X3 415e (2010) utilizes 45 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Athlon II X3 415e	Pentium M 735
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($15)	⚠️ Higher cost ($294)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 735 (2004) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Athlon II X3 415e	Pentium M 735
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1890%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($15)	⚠️ Higher cost ($294)

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 X3 415e Benchmark Check

Pentium M 735 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Athlon II X3 415e and Pentium M 735

Athlon II X3 415e

The Athlon II X3 415e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,481 points. Launch price was $75.

Pentium M 735

The Pentium M 735 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,459 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Athlon II X3 415e packs 3 cores / 3 threads, while the Pentium M 735 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Athlon II X3 415e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Athlon II X3 415e versus 1.7 GHz on the Pentium M 735 — a 38.1% clock advantage for the Athlon II X3 415e (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Athlon II X3 415e uses the Rana (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium M 735 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X3 415e scores 1,481 against the Pentium M 735's 1,459 — a 1.5% lead for the Athlon II X3 415e. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	Athlon II X3 415e	Pentium M 735
Cores / Threads	3 / 3+200%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	2.5 GHz+47%	1.7 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz+47%	1.7 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)	2 MB+300%
Process	45 nm-50%	90 nm
Architecture	Rana (2009−2011)	Dothan (2004−2005)
PassMark	1,481+2%	1,459

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon II X3 415e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium M 735 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X3 415e versus DDR-333 on the Pentium M 735 — the Athlon II X3 415e supports -203.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X3 415e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Athlon II X3 415e) vs 1 (Pentium M 735). Both provide 0 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Athlon II X3 415e	Pentium M 735
Socket	AM3	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	DDR-333
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB+1500%	2 GB
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	0