CPU
GPU
Athlon X4 845
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
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 Ryzen Embedded R1505G is on rank 472, 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 Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+429%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 Embedded R1505G
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 Embedded R1505G
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,799 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The Athlon X4 845 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon X4 845 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Athlon X4 845 versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 14.1% clock advantage for the Athlon X4 845 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Athlon X4 845 uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon X4 845 scores 3,768 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+15% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+46% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 14 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,768 | 3,799 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X4 845 uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the Athlon X4 845 versus DDR4-2400 on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — the Ryzen Embedded R1505G supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon X4 845 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. Both provide 8 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon X4 845) / AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Athlon X4 845 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Athlon X4 845 launched at $70 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G debuted at $80. At current prices ($15 vs $80), the Athlon X4 845 is $65 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X4 845 delivers 251.2 pts/$ vs 47.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — making the Athlon X4 845 the 136.4% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon X4 845 | Ryzen Embedded R1505G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-13% | $80 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-81% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 251.2+429% | 47.5 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2019 |
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