Core i5-4690T vs Athlon 240GE
Core i5-4690T
Athlon 240GE
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 i5-4690T is positioned at rank #704 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 i5-4690T
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 240GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4690T | Athlon 240GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($98) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($110) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4690T | Athlon 240GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+14%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($98) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($110) |
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 i5-4690T and Athlon 240GE
Core i5-4690T
The Core i5-4690T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,620 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon 240GE
The Athlon 240GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) 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: 4,561 points. Launch price was $75.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4690T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon 240GE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-4690T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-4690T versus 3.5 GHz on the Athlon 240GE — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i5-4690T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Athlon 240GE uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4690T scores 4,620 against the Athlon 240GE's 4,561 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i5-4690T. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-4690T vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 240GE.
| Feature | Core i5-4690T | Athlon 240GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz+40% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (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 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,620+1% | 4,561 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 930 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,200 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4690T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon 240GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4690T | Athlon 240GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-4690T) / AMD-V (Athlon 240GE). The Athlon 240GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Core i5-4690T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon 240GE targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: Athlon 240GE rivals Pentium Gold G5400.
| Feature | Core i5-4690T | Athlon 240GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4690T launched at $192 MSRP, while the Athlon 240GE debuted at $75. At current prices ($98 vs $110), the Core i5-4690T is $12 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4690T delivers 47.1 pts/$ vs 41.5 pts/$ for the Athlon 240GE — making the Core i5-4690T the 12.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4690T | Athlon 240GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $192 | $75-61% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $98-11% | $110 |
| Performance per Dollar | 47.1+13% | 41.5 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2018 |
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