Core i3-380UM vs Athlon 64 X2 5200+
Core i3-380UM
Athlon 64 X2 5200+
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 i3-380UM is positioned at rank 225 and the Athlon 64 X2 5200+ is on rank 1082, so the Core i3-380UM offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-380UM
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 5200+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-380UM | Athlon 64 X2 5200+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-380UM | Athlon 64 X2 5200+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 i3-380UM and Athlon 64 X2 5200+
Core i3-380UM
The Core i3-380UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.03 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,502 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon 64 X2 5200+
The Athlon 64 X2 5200+ 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: 2.7 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: 1,505 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i3-380UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Athlon 64 X2 5200+'s 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 0.03 GHz on the Core i3-380UM versus 2.7 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 5200+ — a 195.6% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 X2 5200+. The Core i3-380UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon 64 X2 5200+ uses Windsor (2006−2007) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-380UM scores 1,502 against the Athlon 64 X2 5200+'s 1,505 — a 0.2% lead for the Athlon 64 X2 5200+. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-380UM vs 0 kB on the Athlon 64 X2 5200+.
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Athlon 64 X2 5200+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.03 GHz | 2.7 GHz+8900% |
| Base Clock | 1.33 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512K |
| Process | 32 nm-64% | 90 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Windsor (2006−2007) |
| PassMark | 1,502 | 1,505 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 199 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 451 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-380UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon 64 X2 5200+ uses AM2 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Core i3-380UM versus DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 5200+ — the Core i3-380UM supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon 64 X2 5200+ supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-380UM) vs 0 (Athlon 64 X2 5200+) — the Core i3-380UM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Core i3-380UM) and AMD AM2 (Athlon 64 X2 5200+).
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Athlon 64 X2 5200+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | AM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: No (Core i3-380UM) / not specified (Athlon 64 X2 5200+). The Core i3-380UM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Athlon 64 X2 5200+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-380UM targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-380UM rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Athlon 64 X2 5200+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | No | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
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