Pentium G2140 vs A6-3650
Pentium G2140
A6-3650
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 G2140 is positioned at rank 775 and the A6-3650 is on rank 832, so the Pentium G2140 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G2140
Performance Per Dollar A6-3650
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G2140 | A6-3650 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G2140 | A6-3650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+376%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($95) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
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 G2140 and A6-3650
Pentium G2140
The Pentium G2140 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,092 points. Launch price was $69.
A6-3650
The A6-3650 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,098 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Pentium G2140 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A6-3650 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A6-3650 has 2 more cores. The A6-3650 is built on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium G2140 scores 2,092 against the A6-3650's 2,098 — a 0.3% lead for the A6-3650. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 550 vs 311, a 55.5% lead for the Pentium G2140 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Pentium G2140 vs 0 kB on the A6-3650.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | A6-3650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | — | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+27% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | — | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 2,092 | 2,098 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 550+77% | 311 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 920 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G2140 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A6-3650 uses FM1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Pentium G2140 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,B75 (Pentium G2140) and A55,A75 (A6-3650).
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | A6-3650 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | FM1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Pentium G2140) vs AMD-V (A6-3650). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Pentium G2140) and Radeon HD 6530D (A6-3650) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G2140 targets Legacy Desktop, A6-3650 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: A6-3650 rivals Pentium G850.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | A6-3650 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | Radeon HD 6530D |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Budget Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G2140 launched at $100 MSRP, while the A6-3650 debuted at $115. At current prices ($95 vs $20), the A6-3650 is $75 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G2140 delivers 22.0 pts/$ vs 104.9 pts/$ for the A6-3650 — making the A6-3650 the 130.6% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G2140 | A6-3650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-13% | $115 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $95 | $20-79% |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.0 | 104.9+377% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2011 |
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