Athlon II X4 641 vs Core i7-1060G7
Athlon II X4 641
Core i7-1060G7
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 641 is positioned at rank 733 and the Core i7-1060G7 is on rank 1197, so the Athlon II X4 641 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 641
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1060G7
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X4 641 | Core i7-1060G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake (Client) (2019) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X4 641 | Core i7-1060G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 641 and Core i7-1060G7
Athlon II X4 641
The Athlon II X4 641 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,313 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-1060G7
The Core i7-1060G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR4-3733. Passmark benchmark score: 2,322 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Athlon II X4 641 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-1060G7's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Athlon II X4 641 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-1060G7 — a 30.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-1060G7 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Athlon II X4 641 uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-1060G7 uses Ice Lake (Client) (2019) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X4 641 scores 2,313 against the Core i7-1060G7's 2,322 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-1060G7. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 641 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-1060G7.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 641 | Core i7-1060G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz+36% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+180% | 1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 10 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Ice Lake (Client) (2019) |
| PassMark | 2,313 | 2,322 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,523 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X4 641 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-1060G7 uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Athlon II X4 641 versus LPDDR4-3733 on the Core i7-1060G7 — the Core i7-1060G7 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X4 641 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD FM1 (Athlon II X4 641) and Ice Lake-Y (Core i7-1060G7).
| Feature | Athlon II X4 641 | Core i7-1060G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | LPDDR4-3733+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon II X4 641) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-1060G7). The Core i7-1060G7 includes integrated graphics (Iris Plus Graphics), while the Athlon II X4 641 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1060G7 targets Premium Ultrabook. Direct competitor: Core i7-1060G7 rivals Ryzen 7 4700U.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 641 | Core i7-1060G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Iris Plus Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Premium Ultrabook |
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