CPU
GPU
Core i5-8200Y
Athlon II X4 635
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 i5-8200Y is positioned at rank 957 and the Athlon II X4 635 is on rank 1069, so the Core i5-8200Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8200Y
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 635
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8200Y | Athlon II X4 635 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8200Y | Athlon II X4 635 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-8200Y and Athlon II X4 635
Core i5-8200Y
The Core i5-8200Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,245 points. Launch price was $291.
Athlon II X4 635
The Athlon II X4 635 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 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: 2,248 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8200Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X4 635 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 635 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-8200Y versus 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X4 635 — a 29.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-8200Y (base: 1.3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Core i5-8200Y uses the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon II X4 635 uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8200Y scores 2,245 against the Athlon II X4 635's 2,248 — a 0.1% lead for the Athlon II X4 635. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 858 vs 180, a 130.6% lead for the Core i5-8200Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-8200Y vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 635.
| Feature | Core i5-8200Y | Athlon II X4 635 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+34% | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.9 GHz+123% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,245 | 2,248 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 658 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 858+377% | 180 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 550 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8200Y uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 635 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to LPDDR3-1866 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 10 (Core i5-8200Y) vs 16 (Athlon II X4 635) — the Athlon II X4 635 offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Amber Lake-Y (Core i5-8200Y) and AMD 770,785G,790FX,880G,890FX,970,990FX (Athlon II X4 635).
| Feature | Core i5-8200Y | Athlon II X4 635 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-1866 | DDR3-1333 / DDR2-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 10 | 16+60% |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon II X4 635 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8200Y) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X4 635). The Core i5-8200Y includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 615), while the Athlon II X4 635 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8200Y targets Tablet/2-in-1, Athlon II X4 635 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-8200Y rivals Athlon 300U.
| Feature | Core i5-8200Y | Athlon II X4 635 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 615 | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Tablet/2-in-1 | Budget |
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