CPU
GPU
Athlon X4 845
Athlon PRO 200GE
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. The Athlon X4 845 is positioned at rank #393 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X4 845
Performance Per Dollar Athlon PRO 200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Athlon PRO 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($81) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Athlon PRO 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+433%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($81) |
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 845 and Athlon PRO 200GE
Athlon X4 845
The Athlon X4 845 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,768 points. Launch price was $149.
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.
Processing Power
The Athlon X4 845 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon PRO 200GE offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon X4 845 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Athlon X4 845 versus 3.2 GHz on the Athlon PRO 200GE — a 17.1% clock advantage for the Athlon X4 845 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Athlon X4 845 uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Athlon PRO 200GE uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon X4 845 scores 3,768 against the Athlon PRO 200GE's 3,816 — a 1.3% lead for the Athlon PRO 200GE.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Athlon PRO 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+19% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+9% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 14 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,768 | 3,816+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X4 845 uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon PRO 200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the Athlon X4 845 versus DDR4-2666 on the Athlon PRO 200GE — the Athlon PRO 200GE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 8 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD FM2+ (Athlon X4 845) and AMD AM4 (Athlon PRO 200GE).
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Athlon PRO 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 8 |
Advanced Features
The Athlon PRO 200GE includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 3), while the Athlon X4 845 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Athlon PRO 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Vega 3 |
Value Analysis
The Athlon X4 845 launched at $70 MSRP, while the Athlon PRO 200GE debuted at $55. At current prices ($15 vs $81), the Athlon X4 845 is $66 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X4 845 delivers 251.2 pts/$ vs 47.1 pts/$ for the Athlon PRO 200GE — making the Athlon X4 845 the 136.8% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Athlon PRO 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70 | $55-21% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-81% | $81 |
| Performance per Dollar | 251.2+433% | 47.1 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2018 |
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