Phenom II X3 705e vs Core i5-4210Y
Phenom II X3 705e
Core i5-4210Y
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 705e is positioned at rank 423 and the Core i5-4210Y is on rank 218, so the Core i5-4210Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X3 705e
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4210Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X3 705e | Core i5-4210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Heka (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X3 705e | Core i5-4210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) | ✅ 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 705e and Core i5-4210Y
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.
Core i5-4210Y
The Core i5-4210Y 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 1.9 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: 1,530 points. Launch price was $297.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X3 705e packs 3 cores / 3 threads, while the Core i5-4210Y offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X3 705e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Phenom II X3 705e versus 1.9 GHz on the Core i5-4210Y — a 27.3% clock advantage for the Phenom II X3 705e (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Phenom II X3 705e uses the Heka (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i5-4210Y uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X3 705e scores 1,519 against the Core i5-4210Y's 1,530 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-4210Y. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X3 705e vs 3 MB on the Core i5-4210Y.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 705e | Core i5-4210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 3 / 3+50% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz+32% | 1.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+67% | 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 | 1,519 | 1,530 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 580 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X3 705e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-4210Y uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 705e | Core i5-4210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | FCBGA1168 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Phenom II X3 705e) / VT-x, EPT (Core i5-4210Y). The Core i5-4210Y includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4200), while the Phenom II X3 705e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4210Y targets Tablet/2-in-1. Direct competitor: Core i5-4210Y rivals A4-6210.
| Feature | Phenom II X3 705e | Core i5-4210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4200 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Tablet/2-in-1 |
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