Core i3-4130T vs Athlon II X4 620e
Core i3-4130T
Athlon II X4 620e
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 i3-4130T is positioned at rank 723 and the Athlon II X4 620e is on rank 605, so the Athlon II X4 620e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4130T
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 620e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4130T | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4130T | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+296%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ 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 i3-4130T and Athlon II X4 620e
Core i3-4130T
The Core i3-4130T 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,876 points. Launch price was $270.
Athlon II X4 620e
The Athlon II X4 620e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,906 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4130T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X4 620e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 620e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Core i3-4130T versus 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 620e — a 10.9% clock advantage for the Core i3-4130T (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i3-4130T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Athlon II X4 620e uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4130T scores 2,876 against the Athlon II X4 620e's 2,906 — a 1% lead for the Athlon II X4 620e. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4130T vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 620e.
| Feature | Core i3-4130T | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+12% | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+12% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,876 | 2,906+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 890 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4130T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 620e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-4130T) vs 0 (Athlon II X4 620e) — the Core i3-4130T offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,Q85,H87,Q87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i3-4130T) and AMD AM3 (Athlon II X4 620e).
| Feature | Core i3-4130T | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-4130T) / not specified (Athlon II X4 620e). The Core i3-4130T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4400), while the Athlon II X4 620e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4130T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-4130T rivals A8-7600.
| Feature | Core i3-4130T | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4400 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-4130T launched at $124 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 620e debuted at $99. At current prices ($10 vs $40), the Core i3-4130T is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-4130T delivers 287.6 pts/$ vs 72.7 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 620e — making the Core i3-4130T the 119.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-4130T | Athlon II X4 620e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $124 | $99-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-75% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 287.6+296% | 72.7 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2011 |
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