Phenom II X3 705e vs Celeron G1620T
Phenom II X3 705e
Celeron G1620T
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 Phenom II X3 705e is positioned at rank 423 and the Celeron G1620T is on rank 533, so the Phenom II X3 705e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X3 705e
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1620T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X3 705e | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Heka (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X3 705e | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+364%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 705e and Celeron G1620T
Phenom II X3 705e
The Phenom II X3 705e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 June 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Heka (2009−2010) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 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: 1,519 points. Launch price was $152.
Celeron G1620T
The Celeron G1620T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,532 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X3 705e packs 3 cores / 3 threads, while the Celeron G1620T offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Phenom II X3 705e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Phenom II X3 705e versus 2.4 GHz on the Celeron G1620T — a 4.1% clock advantage for the Phenom II X3 705e (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Phenom II X3 705e uses the Heka (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G1620T uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X3 705e scores 1,519 against the Celeron G1620T's 1,532 — a 0.9% lead for the Celeron G1620T. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X3 705e vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1620T.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 705e | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 3 / 3+50% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz+4% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+4% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+200% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Heka (2009−2010) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,519 | 1,532 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 374 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 701 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X3 705e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G1620T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 705e | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Phenom II X3 705e) / VT-x (Celeron G1620T). The Celeron G1620T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Phenom II X3 705e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1620T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G1620T rivals Pentium G2020T.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 705e | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($69 vs $15), the Celeron G1620T is $54 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Phenom II X3 705e delivers 22.0 pts/$ vs 102.1 pts/$ for the Celeron G1620T — making the Celeron G1620T the 129.1% better value option.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 705e | Celeron G1620T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $42 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $69 | $15-78% |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.0 | 102.1+364% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2013 |
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