CPU
GPU
Core i3-7130U
Athlon 200GE
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. The Core i3-7130U is positioned at rank #641 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7130U
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-7130U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-U (2017) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-7130U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i3-7130U and Athlon 200GE
Core i3-7130U
The Core i3-7130U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-U (2017) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,055 points. Launch price was $281.
Athlon 200GE
The Athlon 200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,105 points. Launch price was $55.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-7130U and Athlon 200GE share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-7130U versus 3.2 GHz on the Athlon 200GE — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Athlon 200GE (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i3-7130U uses the Kaby Lake-U (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon 200GE uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-7130U scores 4,055 against the Athlon 200GE's 4,105 — a 1.2% lead for the Athlon 200GE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 900 vs 878, a 2.5% lead for the Core i3-7130U that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-7130U vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 200GE.
| Feature | Core i3-7130U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.2 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.2 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake-U (2017) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,055 | 4,105+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 302 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 900+3% | 878 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,838 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-7130U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon 200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Athlon 200GE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i3-7130U) vs 8 (Athlon 200GE) — the Core i3-7130U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-7130U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1356 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12+50% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon 200GE has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-7130U) vs AMD-V (Athlon 200GE). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 620 (Core i3-7130U) and Radeon Vega 3 (Athlon 200GE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7130U targets Mainstream Laptop, Athlon 200GE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-7130U rivals Ryzen 3 3250U; Athlon 200GE rivals Pentium Gold G5400.
| Feature | Core i3-7130U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 620 | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | Budget |
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