CPU
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Athlon X4 845
Popular choices:
Ryzen 5 7600X
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 Ryzen 5 7600X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+58%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) |
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 Ryzen 5 7600X
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.
Ryzen 5 7600X
The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Athlon X4 845 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Athlon X4 845 versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X — a 33% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 3.5 GHz vs 4.7 GHz). The Athlon X4 845 uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon X4 845 scores 3,768 against the Ryzen 5 7600X's 28,325 — a 153% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 5.3 GHz+39% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.7 GHz+34% |
| L3 Cache | — | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 6 MB+200% |
| Process | 28 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-82% |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 3,768 | 28,325+652% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 15,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,900 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 13,800 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X4 845 uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the Athlon X4 845 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X — the Ryzen 5 7600X supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 7600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (Athlon X4 845) vs 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD FM2+ (Athlon X4 845) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X).
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR5-5200+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 28+250% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon X4 845) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X). The Ryzen 5 7600X includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Athlon X4 845 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Athlon X4 845 launched at $70 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 7600X debuted at $299. At current prices ($15 vs $178), the Athlon X4 845 is $163 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X4 845 delivers 251.2 pts/$ vs 159.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 7600X — making the Athlon X4 845 the 44.9% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-77% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-92% | $178 |
| Performance per Dollar | 251.2+58% | 159.1 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2022 |
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