Core i7-4790S vs Athlon Gold 3150G
Core i7-4790S
Athlon Gold 3150G
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 i7-4790S is positioned at rank #740 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 i7-4790S
Performance Per Dollar Athlon Gold 3150G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4790S | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4790S | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+34%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 i7-4790S and Athlon Gold 3150G
Core i7-4790S
The Core i7-4790S 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 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,973 points. Launch price was $303.
Athlon Gold 3150G
The Athlon Gold 3150G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,922 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4790S packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Athlon Gold 3150G's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-4790S versus 3.9 GHz on the Athlon Gold 3150G — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-4790S (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-4790S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Athlon Gold 3150G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4790S scores 6,973 against the Athlon Gold 3150G's 6,922 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-4790S. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4790S vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon Gold 3150G.
| Feature | Core i7-4790S | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+3% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 12 nm-45% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 6,973 | 6,922 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4790S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon Gold 3150G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4790S | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
The Athlon Gold 3150G includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 3), while the Core i7-4790S requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i7-4790S | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Vega 3 |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4790S launched at $312 MSRP, while the Athlon Gold 3150G debuted at $100. At current prices ($60 vs $80), the Core i7-4790S is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4790S delivers 116.2 pts/$ vs 86.5 pts/$ for the Athlon Gold 3150G — making the Core i7-4790S the 29.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4790S | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $312 | $100-68% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-25% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 116.2+34% | 86.5 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2020 |
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