Athlon X4 760K vs Core i5-6200U
Athlon X4 760K
Core i5-6200U
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 X4 760K is positioned at rank 599 and the Core i5-6200U is on rank 230, so the Core i5-6200U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Athlon X4 760K
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6200U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X4 760K | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X4 760K | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ 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 X4 760K and Core i5-6200U
Athlon X4 760K
The Athlon X4 760K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,982 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-6200U
The Core i5-6200U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,990 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Athlon X4 760K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-6200U offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon X4 760K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Athlon X4 760K versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i5-6200U — a 37.7% clock advantage for the Athlon X4 760K (base: 3.8 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Athlon X4 760K uses the Richland (2013−2014) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-6200U uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon X4 760K scores 2,982 against the Core i5-6200U's 2,990 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-6200U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 495 vs 946, a 62.6% lead for the Core i5-6200U that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | Athlon X4 760K | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz+46% | 2.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+65% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+700% | 512 kB |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Richland (2013−2014) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 2,982 | 2,990 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 495 | 946+91% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,404 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X4 760K uses the FM2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-6200U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Athlon X4 760K versus DDR4-2133 on the Core i5-6200U — the Core i5-6200U supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Athlon X4 760K) vs 12 (Core i5-6200U) — the Athlon X4 760K offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75,A85X,A88X (Athlon X4 760K) and Integrated (Core i5-6200U).
| Feature | Athlon X4 760K | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2 | BGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon X4 760K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon X4 760K) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-6200U). The Core i5-6200U includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 520), while the Athlon X4 760K requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon X4 760K targets Budget, Core i5-6200U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-6200U rivals A12-9700P.
| Feature | Athlon X4 760K | Core i5-6200U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 520 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Mainstream Laptop |
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