CPU
GPU
Pentium Dual Core T2370
Athlon II X3 425
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. The Pentium Dual Core T2370 is positioned at rank 1059 and the Athlon II X3 425 is on rank 792, so the Athlon II X3 425 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T2370
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X3 425
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T2370 | Athlon II X3 425 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium Dual Core T2370 | Athlon II X3 425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+398%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
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 Pentium Dual Core T2370 and Athlon II X3 425
Pentium Dual Core T2370
The Pentium Dual Core T2370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.73 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,601 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon II X3 425
The Athlon II X3 425 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 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: 1,595 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Pentium Dual Core T2370 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon II X3 425 offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Athlon II X3 425 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.73 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T2370 versus 2.7 GHz on the Athlon II X3 425 — a 43.8% clock advantage for the Athlon II X3 425. The Pentium Dual Core T2370 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Athlon II X3 425 uses Rana (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core T2370 scores 1,601 against the Athlon II X3 425's 1,595 — a 0.4% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T2370.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T2370 | Athlon II X3 425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 3 / 3+50% |
| Boost Clock | 1.73 GHz | 2.7 GHz+56% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | Rana (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,601 | 1,595 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium Dual Core T2370 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon II X3 425 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Pentium Dual Core T2370 versus DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X3 425 — the Athlon II X3 425 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X3 425 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T2370 | Athlon II X3 425 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 32 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: No VT-x (Pentium Dual Core T2370) / not specified (Athlon II X3 425). Primary use case: Pentium Dual Core T2370 targets Mobile.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T2370 | Athlon II X3 425 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | No VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
Value Analysis
The Pentium Dual Core T2370 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Athlon II X3 425 debuted at $79. At current prices ($25 vs $5), the Athlon II X3 425 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual Core T2370 delivers 64.0 pts/$ vs 319.0 pts/$ for the Athlon II X3 425 — making the Athlon II X3 425 the 133.1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium Dual Core T2370 | Athlon II X3 425 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $79-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $5-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.0 | 319.0+398% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2009 |
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