
VIA Nano X2 U4025 vs Core i5-13400F

VIA Nano X2 U4025

Core i5-13400F
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 VIA Nano X2 U4025 is positioned at rank #831 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 VIA Nano X2 U4025
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | VIA Nano X2 U4025 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (CNC (2011) / 40 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | VIA Nano X2 U4025 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 VIA Nano X2 U4025 and Core i5-13400F
VIA Nano X2 U4025
The VIA Nano X2 U4025 is manufactured by TSMC. It was released in Janeiro 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the CNC (2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: NanoBGA2. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 885 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
Processing Power
The VIA Nano X2 U4025 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.2 GHz on the VIA Nano X2 U4025 versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 117.2% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F. The VIA Nano X2 U4025 uses the CNC (2011) architecture (40 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the VIA Nano X2 U4025 scores 885 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 186.3% lead for the Core i5-13400F.
| Feature | VIA Nano X2 U4025 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 10 / 16+400% |
| Boost Clock | 1.2 GHz | 4.6 GHz+283% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 20 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% |
| Process | 40 nm | Intel 7 nm-83% |
| Architecture | CNC (2011) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 885 | 25,029+2728% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 16,211 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,407 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,408 |
Memory & Platform
The VIA Nano X2 U4025 uses the NanoBGA2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-13400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | VIA Nano X2 U4025 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | NanoBGA2 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (VIA Nano X2 U4025) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F). Primary use case: Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | VIA Nano X2 U4025 | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
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