CPU
GPU
Core i5-4670T
Athlon 3000G
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 i5-4670T is positioned at rank #712 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 i5-4670T
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 3000G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4670T | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4670T | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+73%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
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 i5-4670T and Athlon 3000G
Core i5-4670T
The Core i5-4670T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,488 points. Launch price was $220.
Athlon 3000G
The Athlon 3000G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 November 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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: 4,446 points. Launch price was $49.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4670T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon 3000G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-4670T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-4670T versus 3.5 GHz on the Athlon 3000G — a 5.9% clock advantage for the Athlon 3000G (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i5-4670T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Athlon 3000G uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4670T scores 4,488 against the Athlon 3000G's 4,446 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-4670T. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-4670T vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 3000G.
| Feature | Core i5-4670T | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+52% |
| L3 Cache | 6144 kB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 4,488 | 4,446 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 956 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,970 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4670T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon 3000G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4670T | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | 2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-4670T) / true (Athlon 3000G). The Athlon 3000G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3 Graphics), while the Core i5-4670T requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Athlon 3000G rivals Pentium Gold G6400.
| Feature | Core i5-4670T | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 3 Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4670T launched at $189 MSRP, while the Athlon 3000G debuted at $49. At current prices ($35 vs $60), the Core i5-4670T is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4670T delivers 128.2 pts/$ vs 74.1 pts/$ for the Athlon 3000G — making the Core i5-4670T the 53.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4670T | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $189 | $49-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-42% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 128.2+73% | 74.1 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2019 |
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