Athlon II X4 620e vs Core i5-2500T
Athlon II X4 620e
Core i5-2500T
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 620e is positioned at rank 605 and the Core i5-2500T is on rank 882, 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 i5-2500T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i5-2500T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i5-2500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+34%) |
| 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 i5-2500T
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 i5-2500T
The Core i5-2500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,929 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X4 620e and Core i5-2500T share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 620e versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-2500T — a 23.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-2500T (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Athlon II X4 620e uses the Propus (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i5-2500T uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X4 620e scores 2,906 against the Core i5-2500T's 2,929 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-2500T. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 620e vs 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-2500T.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i5-2500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.3 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+13% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 6144 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Propus (2009−2011) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,906 | 2,929 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X4 620e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-2500T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — 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 i5-2500T) — the Core i5-2500T offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i5-2500T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| 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 i5-2500T). The Core i5-2500T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 2000), while the Athlon II X4 620e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2500T targets Desktop.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i5-2500T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 2000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X4 620e launched at $99 MSRP, while the Core i5-2500T debuted at $182. At current prices ($40 vs $30), the Core i5-2500T is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X4 620e delivers 72.7 pts/$ vs 97.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-2500T — making the Core i5-2500T the 29.3% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 620e | Core i5-2500T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-46% | $182 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $30-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.7 | 97.6+34% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2011 |
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