CPU
GPU
Phenom X4 9450e
Celeron N4000
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 X4 9450e is positioned at rank 1093 and the Celeron N4000 is on rank 126, so the Celeron N4000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Phenom X4 9450e
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N4000
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom X4 9450e | Celeron N4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($430) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Agena (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Goldmont Plus (2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom X4 9450e | Celeron N4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1350%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($430) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 X4 9450e and Celeron N4000
Phenom X4 9450e
The Phenom X4 9450e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Agena (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,455 points. Launch price was $149.
Celeron N4000
The Celeron N4000 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 December 2017 (7 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,472 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
The Phenom X4 9450e packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron N4000 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Phenom X4 9450e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Phenom X4 9450e versus 2.6 GHz on the Celeron N4000 — a 21.3% clock advantage for the Celeron N4000. The Phenom X4 9450e uses the Agena (2007−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron N4000 uses Goldmont Plus (2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom X4 9450e scores 1,455 against the Celeron N4000's 1,472 — a 1.2% lead for the Celeron N4000. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Phenom X4 9450e vs 4 MB on the Celeron N4000.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9450e | Celeron N4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.6 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 4 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 4 MB+700% |
| Process | 65 nm | 14 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Agena (2007−2008) | Goldmont Plus (2017) |
| PassMark | 1,455 | 1,472+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom X4 9450e uses the AM2+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron N4000 uses FCBGA1090 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9450e | Celeron N4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2+ | FCBGA1090 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Phenom X4 9450e launched at $450 MSRP, while the Celeron N4000 debuted at $107. At current prices ($430 vs $30), the Celeron N4000 is $400 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Phenom X4 9450e delivers 3.4 pts/$ vs 49.1 pts/$ for the Celeron N4000 — making the Celeron N4000 the 174.2% better value option.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9450e | Celeron N4000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $450 | $107-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $430 | $30-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 3.4 | 49.1+1344% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2017 |
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