Core i3-4020Y vs Phenom II X3 700e
Core i3-4020Y
Phenom II X3 700e
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 i3-4020Y is positioned at rank 716 and the Phenom II X3 700e is on rank 972, so the Core i3-4020Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4020Y
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X3 700e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4020Y | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Heka (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4020Y | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 i3-4020Y and Phenom II X3 700e
Core i3-4020Y
The Core i3-4020Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) 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. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,448 points. Launch price was $304.
Phenom II X3 700e
The Phenom II X3 700e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Heka (2009−2010) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,451 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4020Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Phenom II X3 700e offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Phenom II X3 700e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-4020Y versus 2.4 GHz on the Phenom II X3 700e — a 46.2% clock advantage for the Phenom II X3 700e (base: 1.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i3-4020Y uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Phenom II X3 700e uses Heka (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4020Y scores 1,448 against the Phenom II X3 700e's 1,451 — a 0.2% lead for the Phenom II X3 700e. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-4020Y vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X3 700e.
| Feature | Core i3-4020Y | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 3 / 3+50% |
| Boost Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2.4 GHz+60% |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2.4 GHz+60% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Heka (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,448 | 1,451 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 250 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 650 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4020Y uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom II X3 700e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i3-4020Y versus DDR3-1333 on the Phenom II X3 700e — the Core i3-4020Y supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i3-4020Y) vs 16 (Phenom II X3 700e) — the Phenom II X3 700e offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: BGA1168 (Core i3-4020Y) and AM3,AM2+ (Phenom II X3 700e).
| Feature | Core i3-4020Y | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: true (Core i3-4020Y) vs AMD-V (Phenom II X3 700e). The Core i3-4020Y includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4200), while the Phenom II X3 700e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Phenom II X3 700e targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Core i3-4020Y | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4200 | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Desktop |
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