CPU
GPU
Core i7-7660U
Athlon 200GE
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 i7-7660U is positioned at rank #550 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 i7-7660U
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-7660U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-7660U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 i7-7660U and Athlon 200GE
Core i7-7660U
The Core i7-7660U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,059 points. Launch price was $415.
Athlon 200GE
The Athlon 200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 4,105 points. Launch price was $55.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-7660U and Athlon 200GE share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-7660U versus 3.2 GHz on the Athlon 200GE — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-7660U (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-7660U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon 200GE uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7660U scores 4,059 against the Athlon 200GE's 4,105 — a 1.1% lead for the Athlon 200GE. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 1,759 vs 302 (141.4% advantage for the Core i7-7660U). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,150 vs 878, a 26.8% lead for the Core i7-7660U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 2,285 vs 1,838 (21.7% advantage for the Core i7-7660U). L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-7660U vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 200GE.
| Feature | Core i7-7660U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+25% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz+28% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,059 | 4,105+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 1,759+482% | 302 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,150+31% | 878 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,285+24% | 1,838 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-7660U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon 200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Athlon 200GE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i7-7660U) vs 8 (Athlon 200GE) — the Core i7-7660U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Core i7-7660U) and AM4 (Athlon 200GE).
| Feature | Core i7-7660U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1356 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12+50% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon 200GE has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-7660U) vs AMD-V (Athlon 200GE). Both include integrated graphics — Iris Plus 640 (Core i7-7660U) and Radeon Vega 3 (Athlon 200GE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-7660U targets Productivity, Athlon 200GE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i7-7660U rivals Core i5-8250U; Athlon 200GE rivals Pentium Gold G5400.
| Feature | Core i7-7660U | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Iris Plus 640 | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Productivity | Budget |
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