Athlon II X4 620e vs Core i3-4150T
Athlon II X4 620e
Core i3-4150T
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 X4 620e is positioned at rank 605 and the Core i3-4150T is on rank 690, so the Athlon II X4 620e 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 620e
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4150T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i3-4150T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i3-4150T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 620e and Core i3-4150T
Athlon II X4 620e
The Athlon II X4 620e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. 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): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,906 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-4150T
The Core i3-4150T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,892 points. Launch price was $230.
Processing Power
The Athlon II X4 620e packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-4150T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 620e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 620e versus 2.9 GHz on the Core i3-4150T — a 10.9% clock advantage for the Core i3-4150T (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Athlon II X4 620e uses the Propus (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-4150T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X4 620e scores 2,906 against the Core i3-4150T's 2,892 — a 0.5% lead for the Athlon II X4 620e. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 620e vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4150T.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i3-4150T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.9 GHz+12% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3 GHz+15% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Propus (2009−2011) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,906 | 2,892 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X4 620e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-4150T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II X4 620e) vs 16 (Core i3-4150T) — the Core i3-4150T offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i3-4150T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon II X4 620e) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4150T). The Core i3-4150T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4400), while the Athlon II X4 620e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4150T targets Desktop Low Power.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i3-4150T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4400 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop Low Power |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X4 620e launched at $99 MSRP, while the Core i3-4150T debuted at $117. At current prices ($40 vs $30), the Core i3-4150T is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X4 620e delivers 72.7 pts/$ vs 96.4 pts/$ for the Core i3-4150T — making the Core i3-4150T the 28.1% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i3-4150T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-15% | $117 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $30-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.7 | 96.4+33% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2014 |
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