Athlon II X3 425e vs Celeron G3930TE
Athlon II X3 425e
Celeron G3930TE
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.
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 425e is positioned at rank 620 and the Celeron G3930TE is on rank 403, so the Celeron G3930TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X3 425e
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X3 425e | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($58) | ✅ More affordable ($29) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X3 425e | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+98%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($58) | ✅ More affordable ($29) |
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 II X3 425e and Celeron G3930TE
Athlon II X3 425e
The Athlon II X3 425e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 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: 2,239 points. Launch price was $149.
Celeron G3930TE
The Celeron G3930TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,218 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Athlon II X3 425e packs 3 cores / 3 threads, while the Celeron G3930TE offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon II X3 425e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Athlon II X3 425e versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G3930TE — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Athlon II X3 425e uses the Rana (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G3930TE uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X3 425e scores 2,239 against the Celeron G3930TE's 2,218 — a 0.9% lead for the Athlon II X3 425e. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X3 425e vs 2 MB on the Celeron G3930TE.
| Feature | Athlon II X3 425e | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 3 / 3+50% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Rana (2009−2011) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,239 | 2,218 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 548 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 948 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X3 425e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G3930TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X3 425e versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G3930TE — the Celeron G3930TE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3930TE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II X3 425e) vs 16 (Celeron G3930TE) — the Celeron G3930TE offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM3 (Athlon II X3 425e) and H110,B250,H270,Z270 (Celeron G3930TE).
| Feature | Athlon II X3 425e | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon II X3 425e) / VT-x (Celeron G3930TE). The Celeron G3930TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 610), while the Athlon II X3 425e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3930TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G3930TE rivals Pentium G4560T.
| Feature | Athlon II X3 425e | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X3 425e launched at $79 MSRP, while the Celeron G3930TE debuted at $42. At current prices ($58 vs $29), the Celeron G3930TE is $29 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X3 425e delivers 38.6 pts/$ vs 76.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G3930TE — making the Celeron G3930TE the 65.8% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X3 425e | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79 | $42-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $58 | $29-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.6 | 76.5+98% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2017 |
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