Pentium Dual Core T4300 vs Ryzen 9 5900X

Pentium Dual Core T4300

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2009

Ryzen 9 5900X

12 Cores24 Thrd105 WWMax: 4.8 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium Dual Core T4300

2 / 2

1,232

0.0%

38,955

+3061.9%

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX

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 Pentium Dual Core T4300 is positioned at rank #1127 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T4300

#1115

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3574%

#1116

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3521%

#1117

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3233%

#1118

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3218%

#1119

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3189%

#1121

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3079%

#1122

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2952%

#1123

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2948%

#1124

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2868%

#1127

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

100%

#1128

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

100%

#1129

Core i7-3520M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1130

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

100%

#1131

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

100%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1134

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

99%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

95%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

94%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

94%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

93%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X

#141

Core i9-13900K

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

105%

#142

Core i3-14100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $131

104%

#143

Ryzen 5 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

103%

#144

Core i7-10700KF

MSRP: $405|Avg: $160

103%

#145

Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

103%

#146

Core i7-13700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $400

103%

#147

Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

102%

#148

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $150

102%

#149

Core i9-12900KS

MSRP: $739|Avg: $385

102%

#150

Ryzen 5 5500X3D

MSRP: $185|Avg: $180

101%

#151

Core Ultra 7 265T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $362

101%

#152

Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $85|Avg: $64

101%

#153

Core i3-9100T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $50

101%

#154

Ryzen 5 4600G

MSRP: $154|Avg: $143

100%

#155

Core i7-13700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $250

100%

#156

Ryzen 9 5900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $350

100%

#157

Core i7-13700F

MSRP: $359|Avg: $345

100%

#158

Core i5-13600T

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

99%

#159

Ryzen 5 3400GE

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

99%

#160

Core i7-12700F

MSRP: $314|Avg: $275

99%

#161

Core i5-9400

MSRP: $192|Avg: $85

99%

#162

Core i3-13100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $128

99%

#163

Core i9-10910

MSRP: $488|Avg: $200

96%

#164

Core i5-14600T

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

96%

#165

Core i5-11500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $120

95%

#166

Ryzen 7 5700X3D

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#167

Ryzen 3 8300GE

MSRP: $129|Avg: $129

95%

#168

Core i3-13100T

MSRP: $134|Avg: $122

94%

#169

Core i5-10600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $110

94%

#170

Ryzen 3 3200G

MSRP: $100|Avg: $67

94%

#171

Core Ultra 9 285

MSRP: $589|Avg: $550

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 9 5900X (2020) utilizes 7 nm, 12 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 9 5900X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($99)	⚠️ Higher cost ($350)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 9 5900X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+794%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($99)	⚠️ Higher cost ($350)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Pentium Dual Core T4300 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 9 5900X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium Dual Core T4300 and Ryzen 9 5900X

Pentium Dual Core T4300

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 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. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,232 points. Launch price was $69.

Ryzen 9 5900X

The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen 9 5900X has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 versus 4.8 GHz on the Ryzen 9 5900X — a 78.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Pentium Dual Core T4300 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core T4300 scores 1,232 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 187.7% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5900X.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 9 5900X
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	12 / 24+500%
Boost Clock	2.1 GHz	4.8 GHz+129%
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	3.7 GHz+76%
L3 Cache	0 kB	64 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512K (per core)
Process	45 nm	7 nm, 12 nm-84%
Architecture	NetBurst (2000−2006)	Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	1,232	38,955+3062%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	21,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,174
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	11,888

🧠

Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 9 5900X — the Ryzen 9 5900X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 9 5900X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium Dual Core T4300) vs 24 (Ryzen 9 5900X) — the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 9 5900X
Socket	P	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 4.0+264%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-800	DDR4-3200+33%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	128 GB+1500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	24

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 9 5900X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: No VT-x (Pentium Dual Core T4300) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5900X). Primary use case: Pentium Dual Core T4300 targets Mobile, Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 9 5900X
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	No VT-x	AMD-V
Target Use	Mobile	Workstation

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Value Analysis

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 5900X debuted at $549. At current prices ($99 vs $350), the Pentium Dual Core T4300 is $251 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual Core T4300 delivers 12.4 pts/$ vs 111.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 5900X — making the Ryzen 9 5900X the 159.8% better value option.