Phenom II X3 700e vs Core i3-4020Y
Phenom II X3 700e
Core i3-4020Y
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 Phenom II X3 700e is positioned at rank 972 and the Core i3-4020Y is on rank 716, so the Core i3-4020Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X3 700e
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4020Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X3 700e | Core i3-4020Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Heka (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X3 700e | Core i3-4020Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Phenom II X3 700e and Core i3-4020Y
Phenom II X3 700e
The Phenom II X3 700e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Heka (2009−2010) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,451 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-4020Y
The Core i3-4020Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,448 points. Launch price was $304.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X3 700e packs 3 cores / 3 threads, while the Core i3-4020Y offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X3 700e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Phenom II X3 700e versus 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-4020Y — a 46.2% clock advantage for the Phenom II X3 700e (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Phenom II X3 700e uses the Heka (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-4020Y uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X3 700e scores 1,451 against the Core i3-4020Y's 1,448 — a 0.2% lead for the Phenom II X3 700e. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X3 700e vs 3 MB on the Core i3-4020Y.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 700e | Core i3-4020Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 3 / 3+50% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+60% | 1.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+60% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+100% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Heka (2009−2010) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,451 | 1,448 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 250 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 650 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X3 700e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-4020Y uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Phenom II X3 700e versus 1600 on the Core i3-4020Y — the Core i3-4020Y supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Phenom II X3 700e) vs 12 (Core i3-4020Y) — the Phenom II X3 700e offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM3,AM2+ (Phenom II X3 700e) and BGA1168 (Core i3-4020Y).
| Feature | Phenom II X3 700e | Core i3-4020Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | FCBGA1168 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 1600+53233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Phenom II X3 700e) vs true (Core i3-4020Y). The Core i3-4020Y includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4200), while the Phenom II X3 700e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Phenom II X3 700e targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 700e | Core i3-4020Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel HD Graphics 4200 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | — |
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