Core i3-380UM vs Phenom II X2 N640
Core i3-380UM
Phenom II X2 N640
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 i3-380UM is positioned at rank 225 and the Phenom II X2 N640 is on rank 977, 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 Phenom II X2 N640
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-380UM | Phenom II X2 N640 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($55) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Champlain (2010−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-380UM | Phenom II X2 N640 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($55) |
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 Phenom II X2 N640
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.
Phenom II X2 N640
The Phenom II X2 N640 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.9 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,505 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i3-380UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Phenom II X2 N640's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 0.03 GHz on the Core i3-380UM versus 2.9 GHz on the Phenom II X2 N640 — a 195.9% clock advantage for the Phenom II X2 N640. The Core i3-380UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Phenom II X2 N640 uses Champlain (2010−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-380UM scores 1,502 against the Phenom II X2 N640's 1,505 — a 0.2% lead for the Phenom II X2 N640. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 199 vs 300, a 40.5% lead for the Phenom II X2 N640 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 451 vs 422 (6.6% advantage for the Core i3-380UM).
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Phenom II X2 N640 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.03 GHz | 2.9 GHz+9567% |
| Base Clock | 1.33 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Champlain (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,502 | 1,505 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 199 | 300+51% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 451+7% | 422 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-380UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Phenom II X2 N640 uses S1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-800 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,QM57 (Core i3-380UM) and RS880M (Phenom II X2 N640).
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Phenom II X2 N640 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | S1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: No (Core i3-380UM) vs AMD-V (Phenom II X2 N640). The Core i3-380UM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Phenom II X2 N640 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-380UM targets Budget, Phenom II X2 N640 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-380UM rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.
| Feature | Core i3-380UM | Phenom II X2 N640 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Legacy Laptop |
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