CPU
GPU
Pentium G4560
Athlon II X4 651
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 G4560 is positioned at rank 385 and the Athlon II X4 651 is on rank 505, so the Pentium G4560 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4560
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 651
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G4560 | Athlon II X4 651 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($85) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($92) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G4560 | Athlon II X4 651 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+7%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($85) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($92) |
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 G4560 and Athlon II X4 651
Pentium G4560
The Pentium G4560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,536 points. Launch price was $108.
Athlon II X4 651
The Athlon II X4 651 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 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: 3,584 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Pentium G4560 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X4 651 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 651 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Pentium G4560 versus 3 GHz on the Athlon II X4 651 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Pentium G4560 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Pentium G4560 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon II X4 651 uses Llano (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G4560 scores 3,536 against the Athlon II X4 651's 3,584 — a 1.3% lead for the Athlon II X4 651. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G4560 vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 651.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Athlon II X4 651 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz+17% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+17% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 3,536 | 3,584+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G4560 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 651 uses FM1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Pentium G4560 versus DDR3-1866 on the Athlon II X4 651 — the Pentium G4560 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G4560 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.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Athlon II X4 651 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FM1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+300% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Pentium G4560) / not specified (Athlon II X4 651). The Pentium G4560 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 610), while the Athlon II X4 651 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G4560 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Athlon II X4 651 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 610 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Pentium G4560 launched at $64 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 651 debuted at $92. At current prices ($85 vs $92), the Pentium G4560 is $7 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium G4560 delivers 41.6 pts/$ vs 39.0 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 651 — making the Pentium G4560 the 6.6% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | Athlon II X4 651 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64-30% | $92 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $85-8% | $92 |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.6+7% | 39.0 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2011 |
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