Core i3-4330TE vs Athlon II X4 620
Core i3-4330TE
Athlon II X4 620
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 i3-4330TE is positioned at rank 903 and the Athlon II X4 620 is on rank 789, so the Athlon II X4 620 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4330TE
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 620
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4330TE | Athlon II X4 620 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4330TE | Athlon II X4 620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+0%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i3-4330TE and Athlon II X4 620
Core i3-4330TE
The Core i3-4330TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 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: 2,022 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon II X4 620
The Athlon II X4 620 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 September 2009 (16 years ago). 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): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,026 points. Launch price was $65.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4330TE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X4 620 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 620 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-4330TE versus 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X4 620 — a 8% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 620 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i3-4330TE uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Athlon II X4 620 uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4330TE scores 2,022 against the Athlon II X4 620's 2,026 — a 0.2% lead for the Athlon II X4 620. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-4330TE vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 620.
| Feature | Core i3-4330TE | Athlon II X4 620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.6 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.6 GHz+8% |
| L3 Cache | 4 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 | 2,022 | 2,026 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 650 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4330TE uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 620 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 i3-4330TE) vs 0 (Athlon II X4 620) — the Core i3-4330TE offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,Q85,H87,Q87,Z87,H97,Z97,C226 (Core i3-4330TE) and AMD AM3 (Athlon II X4 620).
| Feature | Core i3-4330TE | Athlon II X4 620 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i3-4330TE) / not specified (Athlon II X4 620). The Core i3-4330TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Athlon II X4 620 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4330TE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-4330TE rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | Core i3-4330TE | Athlon II X4 620 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Embedded | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-4330TE launched at $138 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 620 debuted at $99. At current prices ($15 vs $15), the Athlon II X4 620 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-4330TE delivers 134.8 pts/$ vs 135.1 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 620 — making the Athlon II X4 620 the 0.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-4330TE | Athlon II X4 620 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138 | $99-28% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 134.8 | 135.1 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2009 |
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