CPU
GPU
Core i3-3245
Athlon II X4 645
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 i3-3245 is positioned at rank 794 and the Athlon II X4 645 is on rank 819, so the Core i3-3245 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3245
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 645
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-3245 | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-3245 | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+146%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
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 i3-3245 and Athlon II X4 645
Core i3-3245
The Core i3-3245 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,412 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon II X4 645
The Athlon II X4 645 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 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: 2,375 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The Core i3-3245 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X4 645 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 645 has 2 more cores. The Athlon II X4 645 is built on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-3245 scores 2,412 against the Athlon II X4 645's 2,375 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i3-3245. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-3245 vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 645.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | — | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+10% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | — | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | — | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,412+2% | 2,375 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,374 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 399 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,374 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-3245 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 645 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Core i3-3245 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.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x (Core i3-3245) vs Yes (Athlon II X4 645). The Core i3-3245 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Athlon II X4 645 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3245 targets Desktop, Athlon II X4 645 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | Yes |
| Target Use | Desktop | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-3245 launched at $120 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 645 debuted at $126. At current prices ($50 vs $20), the Athlon II X4 645 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-3245 delivers 48.2 pts/$ vs 118.8 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 645 — making the Athlon II X4 645 the 84.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $120-5% | $126 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $20-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.2 | 118.8+146% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2010 |
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