Athlon X4 850 vs Celeron G5905
Athlon X4 850
Celeron G5905
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 850 is positioned at rank #539 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 850
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X4 850 | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X4 850 | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 850 and Celeron G5905
Athlon X4 850
The Athlon X4 850 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,756 points. Launch price was $149.
Celeron G5905
The Celeron G5905 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,760 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Athlon X4 850 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G5905 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon X4 850 has 2 more cores. The Athlon X4 850 is built on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. In PassMark, the Athlon X4 850 scores 2,756 against the Celeron G5905's 2,760 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron G5905.
| Feature | Athlon X4 850 | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | — | 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | — |
| Process | 28 nm | 14 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Godaveri (2014−2016) | — |
| PassMark | 2,756 | 2,760 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 724 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,242 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X4 850 uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G5905 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the Athlon X4 850 versus DDR4-2666 on the Celeron G5905 — the Celeron G5905 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G5905 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD FM2+ (Athlon X4 850) and H410,B460,H470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Celeron G5905).
| Feature | Athlon X4 850 | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon X4 850 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon X4 850) vs VT-x (Celeron G5905). The Celeron G5905 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Athlon X4 850 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon X4 850 targets Desktop, Celeron G5905 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5905 rivals Pentium Gold G6405.
| Feature | Athlon X4 850 | Celeron G5905 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Desktop | Budget |
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