Core 2 Quad Q9505 vs Athlon II X4 630
Core 2 Quad Q9505
Athlon II X4 630
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 Core 2 Quad Q9505 is positioned at rank 993 and the Athlon II X4 630 is on rank 868, so the Athlon II X4 630 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q9505
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 630
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Quad Q9505 | Athlon II X4 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Quad Q9505 | Athlon II X4 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+900%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 Core 2 Quad Q9505 and Athlon II X4 630
Core 2 Quad Q9505
The Core 2 Quad Q9505 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.83 GHz, with boost up to 0.83 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,176 points. Launch price was $249.
Athlon II X4 630
The Athlon II X4 630 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,175 points. Launch price was $63.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Quad Q9505 and Athlon II X4 630 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 0.83 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q9505 versus 2.8 GHz on the Athlon II X4 630 — a 108.5% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 630 (base: 2.83 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core 2 Quad Q9505 uses the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture (45 nm), while the Athlon II X4 630 uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Quad Q9505 scores 2,176 against the Athlon II X4 630's 2,175 — a 0% lead for the Core 2 Quad Q9505. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache on the Core 2 Quad Q9505 vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 630.
| Feature | Core 2 Quad Q9505 | Athlon II X4 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 0.83 GHz | 2.8 GHz+237% |
| Base Clock | 2.83 GHz+1% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB L2 Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+1100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Yorkfield (2007−2009) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,176 | 2,175 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Quad Q9505 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon II X4 630 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Core 2 Quad Q9505) vs 16 (Athlon II X4 630) — the Athlon II X4 630 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core 2 Quad Q9505 | Athlon II X4 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon II X4 630 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core 2 Quad Q9505) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X4 630). Primary use case: Core 2 Quad Q9505 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core 2 Quad Q9505 | Athlon II X4 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Quad Q9505 launched at $213 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 630 debuted at $129. At current prices ($150 vs $15), the Athlon II X4 630 is $135 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Quad Q9505 delivers 14.5 pts/$ vs 145.0 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 630 — making the Athlon II X4 630 the 163.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Quad Q9505 | Athlon II X4 630 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $213 | $129-39% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $15-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.5 | 145.0+900% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2009 |
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