Core i3-2375M vs Athlon II X4 605e
Core i3-2375M
Athlon II X4 605e
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 i3-2375M is positioned at rank 123 and the Athlon II X4 605e is on rank 923, so the Core i3-2375M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2375M
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 605e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2375M | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2375M | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
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 i3-2375M and Athlon II X4 605e
Core i3-2375M
The Core i3-2375M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 February 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,978 points. Launch price was $250.
Athlon II X4 605e
The Athlon II X4 605e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,964 points. Launch price was $102.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2375M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X4 605e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 605e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-2375M versus 2.3 GHz on the Athlon II X4 605e — a 42.1% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 605e (base: 1.5 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core i3-2375M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon II X4 605e uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2375M scores 1,978 against the Athlon II X4 605e's 1,964 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i3-2375M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 238 vs 300, a 23% lead for the Athlon II X4 605e that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-2375M vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 605e.
| Feature | Core i3-2375M | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2.3 GHz+53% |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2.3 GHz+53% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,978 | 1,964 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,140 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 238 | 300+26% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,069 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2375M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X4 605e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Athlon II X4 605e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67,QM67,HM75,HM76,HM77 (Core i3-2375M) and 760G,785G,790GX,880G,890GX (Athlon II X4 605e).
| Feature | Core i3-2375M | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2375M) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X4 605e). The Core i3-2375M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Athlon II X4 605e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2375M targets Thin & Light Laptop, Athlon II X4 605e targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-2375M rivals Pentium 997.
| Feature | Core i3-2375M | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Thin & Light Laptop | Desktop |
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