Core i5-13400F vs Athlon II X4 605e
Core i5-13400F
Athlon II X4 605e
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. 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 i5-13400F
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 605e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-13400F | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-13400F | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+77%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
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 i5-13400F and Athlon II X4 605e
Core i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
Athlon II X4 605e
The Athlon II X4 605e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,964 points. Launch price was $102.
Processing Power
The Core i5-13400F packs 10 cores / 16 threads, while the Athlon II X4 605e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F versus 2.3 GHz on the Athlon II X4 605e — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core i5-13400F uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Athlon II X4 605e uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-13400F scores 25,029 against the Athlon II X4 605e's 1,964 — a 170.9% lead for the Core i5-13400F. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 16,211 vs 1,140 (173.7% advantage for the Core i5-13400F). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,407 vs 300, a 155.7% lead for the Core i5-13400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 11,408 vs 1,069 (165.7% advantage for the Core i5-13400F). L3 cache: 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 605e.
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 16+150% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+100% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+9% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-84% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 25,029+1174% | 1,964 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 16,211+1322% | 1,140 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,407+702% | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,408+967% | 1,069 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-13400F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Athlon II X4 605e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F versus DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 605e — the Core i5-13400F supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-13400F) vs 16 (Athlon II X4 605e) — the Core i5-13400F offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F) and 760G,785G,790GX,880G,890GX (Athlon II X4 605e).
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+150% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+67% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+500% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X4 605e). Primary use case: Core i5-13400F targets Gaming, Athlon II X4 605e targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Gaming | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-13400F launched at $196 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 605e debuted at $143. At current prices ($180 vs $25), the Athlon II X4 605e is $155 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-13400F delivers 139.1 pts/$ vs 78.6 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 605e — making the Core i5-13400F the 55.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $196 | $143-27% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $25-86% |
| Performance per Dollar | 139.1+77% | 78.6 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2009 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Core i5-13400F and Athlon II X4 605e
