Athlon PRO 200GE vs Core i3-4370
Athlon PRO 200GE
Core i3-4370
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Athlon PRO 200GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon PRO 200GE | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($81) | ✅ More affordable ($41) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon PRO 200GE | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+100%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($81) | ✅ More affordable ($41) |
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 PRO 200GE and Core i3-4370
Athlon PRO 200GE
The Athlon PRO 200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,816 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-4370
The Core i3-4370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,854 points. Launch price was $242.
Processing Power
The Athlon PRO 200GE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-4370's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Athlon PRO 200GE versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-4370 — a 17.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-4370 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Athlon PRO 200GE uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-4370 uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon PRO 200GE scores 3,816 against the Core i3-4370's 3,854 — a 1% lead for the Core i3-4370. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,816 | 3,854 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 2,454 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 904 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,071 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon PRO 200GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-4370 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Athlon PRO 200GE versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4370 — the Athlon PRO 200GE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon PRO 200GE 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: 8 (Athlon PRO 200GE) vs 16 (Core i3-4370) — the Core i3-4370 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM4 (Athlon PRO 200GE) and Intel H81,Intel B85,Intel H87,Intel Z87,Intel H97,Intel Z97 (Core i3-4370).
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666+33% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 16+100% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon PRO 200GE) / true (Core i3-4370). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon Vega 3 (Athlon PRO 200GE) and Intel HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4370) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Vega 3 | Intel HD Graphics 4600 |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The Athlon PRO 200GE launched at $55 MSRP, while the Core i3-4370 debuted at $149. At current prices ($81 vs $41), the Core i3-4370 is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon PRO 200GE delivers 47.1 pts/$ vs 94.0 pts/$ for the Core i3-4370 — making the Core i3-4370 the 66.5% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 200GE | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55-63% | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $81 | $41-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 47.1 | 94.0+100% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2014 |
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