Phenom II X4 840T vs Core i7-13700K
Phenom II X4 840T
Core i7-13700K
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. The Phenom II X4 840T is positioned at rank #265 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 840T
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X4 840T | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Zosma (2010−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X4 840T | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
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 X4 840T and Core i7-13700K
Phenom II X4 840T
The Phenom II X4 840T is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Zosma (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). 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: 2,367 points. Launch price was $80.
Core i7-13700K
The Core i7-13700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,784 points. Launch price was $409.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X4 840T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-13700K offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Phenom II X4 840T versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K — a 51.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Phenom II X4 840T uses the Zosma (2010−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i7-13700K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X4 840T scores 2,367 against the Core i7-13700K's 45,784 — a 180.3% lead for the Core i7-13700K. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X4 840T vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 840T | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 16 / 24+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 5.4 GHz+69% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.4 GHz+17% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 30 MB (total)+400% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 45 nm | Intel 7 nm-84% |
| Architecture | Zosma (2010−2011) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 2,367 | 45,784+1834% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,846 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,980 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X4 840T uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-13700K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 840T | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Phenom II X4 840T) / true (Core i7-13700K). The Core i7-13700K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Phenom II X4 840T requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 840T | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
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