Athlon II X4 620 vs Celeron G3930T
Athlon II X4 620
Celeron G3930T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 X4 620 is positioned at rank 789 and the Celeron G3930T is on rank 435, so the Celeron G3930T 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 X4 620
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+160%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) |
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 X4 620 and Celeron G3930T
Athlon II X4 620
The Athlon II X4 620 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,026 points. Launch price was $65.
Celeron G3930T
The Celeron G3930T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 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 (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 2133, DDR3L 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,023 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Athlon II X4 620 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G3930T offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon II X4 620 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 620 versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G3930T — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Celeron G3930T (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Athlon II X4 620 uses the Propus (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G3930T uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X4 620 scores 2,026 against the Celeron G3930T's 2,023 — a 0.1% lead for the Athlon II X4 620. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 620 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G3930T.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.7 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.7 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Propus (2009−2011) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,026 | 2,023 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 704 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,350 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X4 620 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G3930T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 620 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G3930T — the Celeron G3930T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3930T 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 X4 620) vs 16 (Celeron G3930T) — the Celeron G3930T offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM3 (Athlon II X4 620) and H110,B250,H270,Z270 (Celeron G3930T).
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| 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 X4 620) / VT-x, VT-d (Celeron G3930T). The Celeron G3930T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 610), while the Athlon II X4 620 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G3930T targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G3930T rivals Pentium G4560T.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X4 620 launched at $99 MSRP, while the Celeron G3930T debuted at $42. At current prices ($15 vs $39), the Athlon II X4 620 is $24 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X4 620 delivers 135.1 pts/$ vs 51.9 pts/$ for the Celeron G3930T — making the Athlon II X4 620 the 89% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99 | $42-58% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-62% | $39 |
| Performance per Dollar | 135.1+160% | 51.9 |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2017 |
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