Core i3-2377M vs Athlon II X3 450
Core i3-2377M
Athlon II X3 450
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 i3-2377M is positioned at rank 1151 and the Athlon II X3 450 is on rank 761, so the Athlon II X3 450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2377M
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X3 450
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2377M | Athlon II X3 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2377M | Athlon II X3 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1580%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ 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 i3-2377M and Athlon II X3 450
Core i3-2377M
The Core i3-2377M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 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 (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,850 points. Launch price was $250.
Athlon II X3 450
The Athlon II X3 450 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 1,865 points. Launch price was $45.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2377M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X3 450 offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Athlon II X3 450 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-2377M versus 3.2 GHz on the Athlon II X3 450 — a 72.3% clock advantage for the Athlon II X3 450 (base: 1.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i3-2377M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon II X3 450 uses Rana (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2377M scores 1,850 against the Athlon II X3 450's 1,865 — a 0.8% lead for the Athlon II X3 450. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 238 vs 380, a 46% lead for the Athlon II X3 450 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 546 vs 980 (56.9% advantage for the Athlon II X3 450). L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2377M vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X3 450.
| Feature | Core i3-2377M | Athlon II X3 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 3 / 3+50% |
| Boost Clock | 1.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz+113% |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz+113% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Rana (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,850 | 1,865 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 238 | 380+60% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 546 | 980+79% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2377M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X3 450 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Athlon II X3 450 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: FCBGA1023 (Core i3-2377M) and 760G,780G,790GX,880G,970,990FX (Athlon II X3 450).
| Feature | Core i3-2377M | Athlon II X3 450 |
|---|---|---|
| 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, VT-d (Core i3-2377M) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X3 450). The Core i3-2377M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Athlon II X3 450 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon II X3 450 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i3-2377M | Athlon II X3 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-2377M launched at $250 MSRP, while the Athlon II X3 450 debuted at $87.
| Feature | Core i3-2377M | Athlon II X3 450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $87-65% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $15 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2010 |
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