CPU
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Athlon X4 845
Core i7-2710QE
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 845 is positioned at rank 393 and the Core i7-2710QE is on rank 1084, so the Athlon X4 845 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X4 845
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2710QE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Core i7-2710QE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Core i7-2710QE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+168%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 Core i7-2710QE
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.
Core i7-2710QE
The Core i7-2710QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,749 points. Launch price was $378.
Processing Power
The Athlon X4 845 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-2710QE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Athlon X4 845 versus 3 GHz on the Core i7-2710QE — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Athlon X4 845 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Athlon X4 845 uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i7-2710QE uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon X4 845 scores 3,768 against the Core i7-2710QE's 3,749 — a 0.5% lead for the Athlon X4 845.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Core i7-2710QE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+27% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+67% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-13% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,768 | 3,749 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 604 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X4 845 uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-2710QE uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-2133 memory speed. The Athlon X4 845 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (Athlon X4 845) vs 20 (Core i7-2710QE) — the Core i7-2710QE offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD FM2+ (Athlon X4 845) and HM65,QM67 (Core i7-2710QE).
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Core i7-2710QE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+300% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 20+150% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon X4 845) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-2710QE). The Core i7-2710QE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Athlon X4 845 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2710QE targets Embedded/Industrial. Direct competitor: Core i7-2710QE rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Core i7-2710QE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Embedded/Industrial |
Value Analysis
The Athlon X4 845 launched at $70 MSRP, while the Core i7-2710QE debuted at $378. At current prices ($15 vs $40), the Athlon X4 845 is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X4 845 delivers 251.2 pts/$ vs 93.7 pts/$ for the Core i7-2710QE — making the Athlon X4 845 the 91.3% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Core i7-2710QE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-81% | $378 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-63% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 251.2+168% | 93.7 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2011 |
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