CPU
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Core i3-370M
Athlon 64 X2 4000+
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 i3-370M is positioned at rank 570 and the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ is on rank 1082, so the Core i3-370M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-370M
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 4000+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-370M | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-370M | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 i3-370M and Athlon 64 X2 4000+
Core i3-370M
The Core i3-370M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,170 points. Launch price was $245.
Athlon 64 X2 4000+
The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,175 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i3-370M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Athlon 64 X2 4000+'s 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-370M versus 2 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Core i3-370M. The Core i3-370M uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ uses Windsor (2006−2007) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-370M scores 1,170 against the Athlon 64 X2 4000+'s 1,175 — a 0.4% lead for the Athlon 64 X2 4000+. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 315 vs 195, a 47.1% lead for the Core i3-370M that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 700 vs 380 (59.3% advantage for the Core i3-370M). L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-370M vs 0 kB on the Athlon 64 X2 4000+.
| Feature | Core i3-370M | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+20% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512K+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-64% | 90 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Windsor (2006−2007) |
| PassMark | 1,170 | 1,175 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 315+62% | 195 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 700+84% | 380 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-370M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ uses AM2 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core i3-370M versus DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ — the Core i3-370M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-370M supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-370M) vs 0 (Athlon 64 X2 4000+) — the Core i3-370M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55 (Core i3-370M) and nForce 500,AMD 690G (Athlon 64 X2 4000+).
| Feature | Core i3-370M | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | AM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-370M) vs AMD-V (Athlon 64 X2 4000+). The Core i3-370M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-370M targets Mainstream Laptop, Athlon 64 X2 4000+ targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-370M rivals AMD Athlon II P320.
| Feature | Core i3-370M | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | Legacy Desktop |
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