CPU
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Pentium G4500T
Athlon II X4 645
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 G4500T is positioned at rank 572 and the Athlon II X4 645 is on rank 819, so the Pentium G4500T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4500T
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 645
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G4500T | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G4500T | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 G4500T and Athlon II X4 645
Pentium G4500T
The Pentium G4500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,399 points. Launch price was $75.
Athlon II X4 645
The Athlon II X4 645 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 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: 2,375 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The Pentium G4500T packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon II X4 645 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 645 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Pentium G4500T versus 3.1 GHz on the Athlon II X4 645 — a 3.3% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 645 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Pentium G4500T uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon II X4 645 uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G4500T scores 2,399 against the Athlon II X4 645's 2,375 — a 1% lead for the Pentium G4500T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 701 vs 399, a 54.9% lead for the Pentium G4500T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,260 vs 1,374 (8.7% advantage for the Athlon II X4 645). L3 cache: 3 MB on the Pentium G4500T vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 645.
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.1 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.1 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,399+1% | 2,375 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,374 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 701+76% | 399 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,260 | 1,374+9% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G4500T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 645 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Pentium G4500T versus DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 645 — the Pentium G4500T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G4500T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H110,B150,H170,Z170 (Pentium G4500T) and AMD 700 Series,AMD 800 Series,AMD 900 Series (Athlon II X4 645).
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133+33% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+300% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Pentium G4500T) vs Yes (Athlon II X4 645). The Pentium G4500T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Athlon II X4 645 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G4500T targets Low Power Desktop, Athlon II X4 645 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 530 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G4500T launched at $75 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 645 debuted at $126. At current prices ($20 vs $20), the Athlon II X4 645 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G4500T delivers 120.0 pts/$ vs 118.8 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 645 — making the Pentium G4500T the 1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G4500T | Athlon II X4 645 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $75-40% | $126 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 120.0+1% | 118.8 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2010 |
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