Core i7-2710QE vs Athlon X4 845
Core i7-2710QE
Athlon X4 845
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 i7-2710QE is positioned at rank 1084 and the Athlon X4 845 is on rank 393, so the Athlon X4 845 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2710QE
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X4 845
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-2710QE | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-2710QE | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+168%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 i7-2710QE and Athlon X4 845
Core i7-2710QE
The Core i7-2710QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,749 points. Launch price was $378.
Athlon X4 845
The Athlon X4 845 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,768 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-2710QE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Athlon X4 845's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i7-2710QE versus 3.8 GHz on the Athlon X4 845 — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Athlon X4 845 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-2710QE uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon X4 845 uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2710QE scores 3,749 against the Athlon X4 845's 3,768 — a 0.5% lead for the Athlon X4 845.
| Feature | Core i7-2710QE | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.8 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.5 GHz+67% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 32 nm | 28 nm-13% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 3,749 | 3,768 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 604 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-2710QE uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon X4 845 uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Athlon X4 845 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-2710QE) vs 8 (Athlon X4 845) — the Core i7-2710QE offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM65,QM67 (Core i7-2710QE) and AMD FM2+ (Athlon X4 845).
| Feature | Core i7-2710QE | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 64 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+150% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-2710QE) / not specified (Athlon X4 845). The Core i7-2710QE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Athlon X4 845 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2710QE targets Embedded/Industrial. Direct competitor: Core i7-2710QE rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | Core i7-2710QE | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Embedded/Industrial | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-2710QE launched at $378 MSRP, while the Athlon X4 845 debuted at $70. At current prices ($40 vs $15), the Athlon X4 845 is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-2710QE delivers 93.7 pts/$ vs 251.2 pts/$ for the Athlon X4 845 — making the Athlon X4 845 the 91.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-2710QE | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $378 | $70-81% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $15-63% |
| Performance per Dollar | 93.7 | 251.2+168% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2016 |
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